"European Drought Crisis Hits Auto Industry: Ford and Dacia Halt Production in Romania. A severe drought gripping Europe has led to a perfect storm of power shortages, as nuclear reactors shut down due to low water levels. As a result, major automakers Ford and Dacia have been forced to suspend production at their Romanian factories until August 19, citing electricity supply issues. The drought, which has dried up Europe's major rivers, is having far-reaching consequences, including disruptions to critical industries and potentially severe economic impacts."
Ford and Dacia stopped production at Romanian factories through Aug. 19 as electricity shortages from drought-related nuclear reactor shutdowns grip the country. Europe's major rivers are drying up ...
