An Ellesmere Port-made electric van has been showcased at the inaugural Manchester Motor Show, attended by Ellesmere Port MP Justin Madders.
The Vauxhall Combo-e, produced at the Stellantis plant, was on display at the event at Manchester Central Convention Complex.
More than 1,000 skilled workers make the small, compact electric vans at the all-electric Ellesmere Port plant for brands including Citroën, Peugeot and Fiat as well as Vauxhall.
A £50 million investment will see mid-sized electric vans, also displayed in Manchester, made at the factory by 2027.
Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port & Bromborough, attended the event meeting Stellantis UK Group managing director Eurig Druce and members of the plant’s workforce.
Mr Madders said: “I was proud to see an Ellesmere Port-built electric van taking centre stage at the motor show and to meet Eurig and workers directly involved in producing these vehicles.
“The investment being made at the plant shows the long-term importance of Ellesmere Port to the UK automotive industry.”
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