Stellantis ends production of iconic Dodge models at Brampton plant, driving toward electric future

The roar of classic muscle cars is fading as Stellantis halts production of the Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Chrysler 300 at Brampton’s Assembly Plant.

As of Dec. 22, a significant shift is underway as iconic models are being retired, aligning with the automotive industry’s widespread move toward all-electric powertrains, as reported by Automotive News Canada.

In November 2023, the Brampton facility announced that it was gearing up for an electric overhaul, with the production of the Jeep Compass crossover, slated to include both traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and modern Electric Vehicle (EV) variants starting in late 2025.

According to the Stellantis website, beginning 2024, the Brampton location will undergo upgrades to its infrastructure, technology, and processes. During this time the plant will temporarily cease production— though the company has not mentioned specifics of a partial or full closure of the plant.

Reports indicate that by 2025, production is set to resume, adapting to the new layout and operational structure.

The plant currently runs on a two-shift setup but will  switch back to three shifts after the upcoming modernization, reports Stellantis.

The company also plans to produce the next generation of muscle cars at Ontario’s Windsor Assembly Plant, signifying a pivot to electric performance.

With specific models yet to be revealed, the Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Banshee concept is reportedly transitioning towards electric power.

Meanwhile, the Chevy Camaro’s sixth generation has officially ended production at the GM Lansing Grand River plant in Michigan.