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Automaker Stellantis is planning to close and sell its large vehicle proving grounds in Arizona by the end of the year. This decision is part of cost-cutting measures implemented by CEO Carlos Tavares in response to financial challenges and business pressures. The Arizona Proving Grounds, covering 4,000 acres, has been utilized for vehicle testing since Chrysler acquired it from Ford in 2007. The closure will affect 69 employees, including those represented by a local UAW chapter. Stellantis will transition to using a proving grounds facility owned by Toyota in Arizona starting next year. This move is in line with the company’s ongoing efforts to optimize its operations and remain competitive in the global market. Stellantis has been reducing its workforce and outsourcing engineering efforts to lower-cost countries as part of its cost-cutting strategy.

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