In the aftermath of Volkswagen’s contentious $13 billion subsidy for an electric vehicle battery plant, Stellantis has decided to halt the construction of its own Windsor factory. Seeking more government funding, Stellantis now finds itself at the centre of the corporate welfare debate. Macdonald-Laurier Institute domestic policy director Aaron Wudrick joined True North’s Andrew Lawton to dissect the reasons behind Stellantis’ decision, and examine the implications for the automotive industry and taxpayer-funded subsidies.

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  • Andrew Lawton

    A Canadian broadcaster and columnist, Andrew serves as a journalism fellow at True North and host of The Andrew Lawton Show.