On May 22, Geely Auto unveiled the Geely Galaxy/Yinhe M9, a six-seater flagship SUV featuring advanced super-hybrid technology, at an event in Milan, Italy.
The new Yinhe M9 SUV is powered by the AI Cloud 2.0-driven EM-P Super Hybrid system. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.5 seconds. It features Geely’

On May 21, Fiat Professional launched the TRIS, its first-ever three-wheeled EV, in the Africa and Middle East (MEA) markets. It is designed for small businesses, TRIS comes in 3 versions i.e., chassis-cabin, flatbed, and pick-up—offering flexibility for different professional needs.
Designed in Centro Stile, Italy,

On May 20, Stellantis revealed the new Grande Panda 4x4 concept during the Grande Panda Hybrid media drive. As a direct successor to the original Panda 4x4, it blends tradition with innovation to build on the model’s strong legacy.
The concept represents the next step in Panda’s evolution — a fresh start that reflect

On May 15, Maserati announced that production of the GranTurismo and GranCabrio models will return to its Modena plant in Italy, starting late 2025. All versions of both models will be built there, beginning in Q4 2025.
This marks a new chapter for Maserati, bringing the iconic models back to where previous generatio

On May 20, Stellantis launched the all-new Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid, a B-segment car developed at Fiat headquarter and Centro Stile in Mirafiori, Turin. It is built on the SMART-CAR platform, supporting both hybrid and electric powertrains.
Its dimensions are 3.99 m long, 1.76 m wide, and 1.58 m tall. The model is a

On May 15, multiple sources reported that Iveco Group will move forward with plans to sell or spin off its Defense Division, after reporting weak results for the first quarter. Operating profit for its industrial business dropped 42% to EUR 117 million, mainly due to lower truck demand in Europe.
The FIOM-CGIL union

On May 15, the FIOM-CGIL, FIM-CISL, and FISMIC unions announced that Stellantis has decided to shift all Maserati production (GranTurismo and GranCabrio) from the Mirafiori plant in Turin to Modena, Italy. This highlights the serious challenges facing the brand. Current production volumes at both plants are too low t

On May 14, the FISMIC union announced that it has met with all union reps from FIM, UILM, FISMIC, and UGLM present on May 14, 2025. The focus was on job security and the Stellantis Termoli plant’s future.
The growing concern over the planned closure of the FIRE engine department, which employs about 450 people. The r

On May 13, it was announced that Mobilize has acquired a major stake in Free To X, a leading high-power charging (HPC) provider in Italy.
The partnership gives Mobilize access to over 110 HPC stations, mainly on highways, powered entirely by renewable energy and capable of delivering up to 400 kW. The stations are sp

On May 12, Stellantis Italy started assembling the first pre-production units of the new Fiat 500 Hybrid at its Mirafiori plant in Turin. This is an important step as the model moves closer to full production, which is planned to begin in November (Q4 2025).
The new 500 will feature a hybrid engine. Over 70% of the 5

On May 9, the FIOM-CGIL union announced that it opposes Audi's planned exit from Italdesign.
In a statement, the union said that the company is a key part of Italy’s contribution to the VW Group and should be preserved and strengthened. The union will take all necessary steps to protect this important design and engi

On May 8, FIOM-CGIL union confirmed that 200 more workers are set to leave Stellantis’ Termoli plant, Italy, through voluntary redundancies, in addition to recent job cuts shared with local unions.
The union warns that job losses are rising due to a lack of new investments, slow arrival of new models, and no real pro

On May 7, multiple sources reported that the production has resumed at the Mirafiori plant on May 5, following a long pause caused partly by upgrades to prepare for the upcoming FIAT 500 hybrid, which is set to launch in a few months.
For now, operations are limited to a single shift due to low demand for the electri

On May 7, the FIOM-CGIL, CUB, and FISMIC unions announced that 500 job cuts were confirmed at the Stellantis Melfi plant, Italy.
The unions criticized the move, highlighting the lack of a new CEO and no clear industrial plan to revive Italian operations. FIOM-CGIL sees this as part of a wider plan to reduce Stellanti

On May 7, the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy and STMicroelectronics signed an agreement to support the growth and expansion of the STMicroelectronics site in Catania. 
The implementation of the program includes investments of EUR 5 billion in the period 2023-2037, with public incentives exceeding EUR 2 billio

On May 6, multiple sources reported that Stellantis plans to cut about 200 jobs at its Termoli plant in Italy. The company aims to do this through voluntary exits, a strategy it has used before in other Italian factories.
An early retirement plan is being prepared for workers close to retirement age. Those who qualif

On May 2, the Italian automobile manufacturers association (ANFIA) announced that passenger car registrations of 139,084 units in April increased 2.7% over the same month in 2024.
Year-to-date sales decreased 0.6% with 583,038 cars registered in the first four months of 2025.
In April, Fiat registrations decreased 19

On May 6, Stellantis launched the latest generation of its Jeep Compass C-SUV in Italy, produced at the Melfi plant. 
It is built on the advanced STLA Medium platform by Stellantis, designed for electric vehicles in the C and D segments. This platform supports long range, fast charging, strong performance, and good e

Pirelli Tyre S.p.A. (Pirelli) has developed a bespoke version of the P Zero R tire for the new Porsche 911 GTS, the first hybrid-powered model in the Porsche 911 range.
The new tire balances sportiness with everyday usability. Its newly designed compound ensures an excellent grip across various surfaces and in all we

On May 2, multiple sources reported that the 8-valve engine line has already shut down, and the 16-valve line will stop by summer 2025 in the Stellantis’ Termoli plant. Even premium engines such as the GME 2.0L and Maserati’s V6 Nettuno are now at risk.
Currently, only GSE FireFly engines which are used in models suc