On July 20, Stellantis announced that Fiat's upcoming entry-level model will be named the Argo X and will be produced at the Betim Automotive Hub in Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Production is expected to start in 2026. The Argo X will coexist with the current subcompact hatchback Argo and is the first all-new vehicle to be

Mobileye announced that its Cloud-Enhanced Advanced Driver Assist (ADAS) technology will be integrated into select Stellantis vehicles beginning in 2027. The system uses Mobileye’s REM (Road Experience Management) technology, which collects anonymized, crowdsourced road data from millions of connected vehicles to imp

Stellantis is enhancing its connected vehicle offerings for the 2027 model year in U.S. by adding remote engine start/stop to its standard 10-year Connect One plan for most Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, FIAT, and Alfa Romeo vehicles at no additional cost.
The company also lowered the monthly price of its Connect Wi-Fi

On July 18, multiple sources reported that Stellantis will end internal combustion engine production at its Douvrin plant, France, on July 24, and close the plant on October 30.
The decision was confirmed during the works council meeting on July 16, 2026. The plant, now part of the Valenciennes production complex, ha

On July 17, Stellantis MEA launched the Leapmotor B10 in Morocco, marking the debut of the first model in Leapmotor's new B Series.
Leapmotor B10 uses Range Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) technology. It comes with 1.5-liter gasoline engine that works only as a generator to charge the battery, while the electric mot

On July 17, Stellantis announced that Opel will build a full-scale vehicle manufacturing plant in Algeria to produce cars. The project, announced at the German-Algerian Economic Forum in Berlin, follows a local-for-local strategy to strengthen Opel's presence in the Algerian market.
The CEO of Opel Automobile GmbH an

On July 16, Opel opened orders for a new entry-level gasoline version of the Combo passenger vehicle in Germany.
The new variant is powered by a 1.2-liter gasoline engine producing 81-kW, paired with a six-speed manual transmission. Offered in the standard 4.41-meter body length, the five-seat model reaches a top spe

On July 16, Stellantis-backed Archer Aviation, BETA Technologies, and Macquarie Capital launched America’s Consortium for Electric Skyways (ACES), an initiative to electrify up to 250 air taxi sites across the U.S. over the next decade. 
The network will establish standardized charging infrastructure for electric ver

On July 15, Leapmotor Argentina released additional details of the new B10 ultra-hybrid model, its first vehicle launches in the market.
The B10 combines a 215 hp electric motor producing 240 Nm of torque with a 1.5-liter range-extender generator and an 18.8-kWh battery, delivering up to 95 km of electric driving ran

On July 15, Stellantis MEA officially started production on its Smart Car platform at the Kenitra Industrial Complex in Morocco. The launch was attended by Morocco's Minister of Industry and Trade. The plant has begun producing the Fiat Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback offering multi-energy powertrain options.
The milest

On July 14, the Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT) outlined the new 2026–2030 Automotive Plan, which will invest EUR 1.35 billion in the sector during an automotive roundtable attended by Stellantis, industry representatives, regional authorities, and trade unions.
Around 70% of the funding will support

On July 14, Stellantis announced the launch of Leapmotor brand in Argentina, marking the Chinese automaker's entry into the country through the Stellantis distribution network.
Leapmotor will begin operations with 12 sales outlets and 20 aftersales service centers, becoming the first Chinese automotive brand in Argen

On July 14, Alfa Romeo released a teaser image showing a rear design detail of its upcoming C-SUV during the National Automotive Industry Roundtable organized by Italy's Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy.
The automaker confirmed that the new model will be built at its Melfi plant in Italy and officially unvei

On July 13, Stellantis announced that its Q2 2026 estimated consolidated shipments were an estimated 1,597,000 units, up 10% YoY. Growth was driven by North America and Enlarged Europe*, partially offset by lower volumes in the Middle East & Africa due to the regional conflict, and in South America. Global H1 2026 sh

On July 11, Stellantis announced that the all-new Fiat Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback will be offered with gasoline, mild hybrid, and fully electric powertrains, delivering up to 145 hp. Depending on the market, it will be available in manual and automatic transmissions.
Fiat Grizzly is 4.4 meters long and offers a spa

On July 9, multiple sources reported that Stellantis has announced another production shutdown at its Cassino plant, Italy, from July 13–17, 2026, affecting the assembly, body shop, and paint shop. The closure extends for a month with almost no production activity.
The plant was originally due to reopen on July 6, bu

On July 10, it was reported that Stellantis is preparing a new strategy for the Peugeot and Citroen brands in Brazil, repositioning both brands in the market while developing new regional products in partnership with China's Dongfeng.
Both brands are expected to move away from their previous entry-level positioning.

On July 9, the President of the Algerian Economic Renewal Council (CREA) met with a delegation from Opel Germany, including the company's Global CEO and Chairman.
The discussions focused on speeding up the development of Algeria's automotive industry by strengthening the local manufacturing base and exploring Opel's

On July 6, Stellantis Europe announced the opening of orders for the new Leapmotor B03X, a compact electric crossover developed for global markets.
Available in LIFE and DESIGN trims, the model expands Leapmotor’s European lineup with a starting price of EUR 24,900.
The B03X is powered by a front-mounted electric mot

On July 7, Stellantis announced it was now launching the Fiat Topolino and Topolino Dolcevita with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of USD 13,995 (not including destination fee), through select dealers across the U.S.
The Fiat Topolino and Topolino Dolcevita are lightweight low-speed electric vehicles d