United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain has intensified his criticism of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, accusing him of price gouging and failing to honor labor contracts amid significant layoffs. In a recent video, Fain pointed out that while Stellantis is seeing declining sales and profits, Tavares' compensation has increased dramatically, making him the highest-paid CEO in the traditional automotive sector. Fain claims that Stellantis is prioritizing profits over worker and consumer welfare, specifically citing the company's failure to reopen an assembly plant in Illinois as a violation of their agreement. Stellantis has laid off around 15.5% of its workforce since 2019, with more cuts anticipated, including up to 2,450 workers at the Warren Truck assembly plant. Tavares, advocating for a cost-cutting strategy under the 'Dare Forward 2030' plan, defends these measures as necessary for the company's long-term viability amidst a challenging industry landscape. The ongoing tensions between the UAW and Stellantis highlight a critical clash between labor rights and corporate profitability in the auto industry.