World2 sources

Chip shortage disrupts Fiat production in Italy, may last until December

  • A shortage of electronic components is disrupting Fiat production in Italy.
  • The missing component is used in an engine control unit, the computer that manages a car’s engine.
  • Stellantis, which owns 14 brands including Fiat, Peugeot and Jeep, has not identified the specific chip causing the issue.
  • The disruption may last through December, according to Stellantis.
  • Reuters reported the news on Monday.