On September 16, multiple sources reported that at Stellantis’ Cassino plant, production has been suspended until September 18, 2026, after a technical failure stopped assembly operations on September 14, 2026. The shutdown affects the body shop, painting, assembly, and related departments.
The situation remains diff

On September 16, Stellantis presented the new Lancia Gamma at the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, Rome. The event highlighted the model’s Italian design, engineering, and manufacturing roots.
The 4.67-metre fastback crossover was designed at Lancia’s Turin Design Center, developed and engineered in Italy,

On September 16, Stellantis announced that it will showcase 9 concept cars and more than 60 vehicles at the Paris Motor Show in Hall 4 at Porte de Versailles, France, from October 12–18, 2026.
The display will highlight the company’s growth plans under its FaSTLane 2030 strategy and its wide range of powertrain techn

On September 15, Citroen announced that its new generation of C3 and C3 Aircross will get the C-Zen Lounge layout, a new interior design with a view to reducing driver workload.
The C-Zen Lounge replaces the traditional instrument cluster with a Head-Up Display that shows key information on a panel between the dashbo

Stellantis has begun asking suppliers to assess the business case for moving heavy-duty Ram pickup production from Mexico to Michigan as the company works to avoid tariffs in the face of ever-changing tariffs and USMCA negotiations.
The proposed goal is to move production of heavy-duty Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups to th

On September 11, Unifor announced it has reached an impasse with Stellantis in contract negotiations, following 10 days of intensive talks. The union had a deadline of September 11 to reach a tentative settlement but is now considering next steps.
Central to the impasse is the future of Stellantis’ Brampton Assembly

On September 12, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Mirafiori plant, Italy, would halt production on September 14, 2026, bringing the total number of stoppage days to six this month. The plant had already stopped production from September 2 to 4 and on September 7 and 8, 2026.
The disruptions are partly li

On September 14, Stellantis Pro One portfolio displayed 13 commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026, Germany.
The new C-segment Smart Compact Van made its public debut at the event i.e., Citroen Berlingo Van First, Fiat Doblo EasyPro, Opel Combo Start, and Peugeot Partner Active.
The vans will offer several pow

Reported on September 11, 2026, Stellantis Malaysia plans to launch the Leapmotor B03X electric SUV in the first half of 2027, subject to the outcome of negotiations with the government regarding compliance and pricing.
The B03X, known as the A10 in China, will be locally assembled at Stellantis’ Gurun plant in Kedah

On September 8, Fiat launched the 2027 Mobi Trekking in Argentina, introducing updates to the compact hatchback's powertrain, exterior styling, and interior design.
The main technical upgrade is the introduction of Fiat's new 1.0-liter Firefly N3 three-cylinder engine, producing 71 hp and 95 Nm of torque. The new pow

On September 10 at the 2026 Jefferies Global Industrials Conference in New York, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa said that there is a clear split in the global automotive market today, between the U.S. and everywhere else.
Filosa spoke about how Stellantis is navigating a U.S. trade and policy landscape that is divergi

On September 10, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Atessa plant, Italy, has suspended production on September 11 and 14, 2026, due to a shortage of engines supplied by the Pratola Serra plant, Italy.
The stoppage will affect all shifts, while CKD production and maintenance activities will continue as normal.

On September 9, Tofas announced that Opel will showcase its LCV range at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, from September 14–20, 2026. The new Vivaro Pickup Truck, built in Turkiye by Tofas, will make its international debut at the event (in Stellantis Pro One stand at C41, Hall 13).
The pickup truck offer

On September 8, multiple sources reported that the body shop and paint shop at Stellantis Cassino plant, Italy, have resumed operations, but vehicle assembly remains suspended due to a shortage of materials.
The continued assembly stoppage is affecting the production schedule for the coming weeks and raising concerns

On September 11, Stellantis Pro One announced its plan to collaborate with UQI Robotics, China, on autonomous delivery solutions for logistics operators and professional customers. The project will initially focus on Europe, with other international markets considered later.
The partnership combines Stellantis Pro On

On September 10, Citroen announced it will unveil the entry-level Berlingo Van First at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, where the model will make its premiere.
The new version expands the Berlingo Van lineup with a more accessible commercial vehicle focused on practicality. It features a redesigned dashb

On September 10, Vauxhall opened orders for a new manual transmission version of the New Astra and Astra Sports Tourer, lowering the entry point to the range. Starting from GBP 26,495 On-the-Road (OTR), the gasoline 1.2-litre turbo variant now comes with a six-speed manual gearbox and joins the existing eight-speed a

The Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Ram 1500 extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) will not be arriving as soon as expected after yet another delay.
The Ram 1500 REV was set to arrive by the end of 2026, but suppliers have reportedly been told that Ram’s extended-range EV pickup has been delayed again and will now arrive

On September 8, Stellantis Pro One introduced a new logo, marking the next stage in its development and strengthening its position as a global partner for professional customers.
The new logo represents Pro One’s global ambitions under the FaSTLane 2030 strategy and reflects its focus on the future of professional mo

Announced on September 7, 2026, Stellantis Malaysia now locally assembles both the Leapmotor C10 and B10 at its Gurun facility in Kedah, making the two EVs available through Leapmotor's authorized dealer network across Malaysia.
The company allocated EUR 5.3 million for production localization and upgrades to the pla