On April 27, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Italy has kept its assembly department closed for about a month at its Cassino plant, showing ongoing production issues.
The company has extended another product shutdown for April 27–28, 2026, and from April 30, layoffs will begin for supply chain workers, inclu

On April 23, Stellantis announced that Mobilisights Connect has partnered with Xouba, Spain, to help road authorities in Spain use data more effectively in daily operations.
Connected vehicles generate huge amounts of data. The partnership will turn that data into useful insights to improve road safety, manage traffi

On April 27, Jeep showed images of the new seven slot grille design that will debut on the refreshed Jeep Avenger to be sold in European markets.
The seven-slot grille has been a signature Jeep design element since the CJ 2A, the first full production civilian Jeep launched in 1945, replicated on all its lines.
Along

Stellantis will concentrate the majority of its investment into four brands, Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, while relegating its other 10 brands to regional roles, according to multiple sources familiar with the strategic plan due to be presented by CEO Antonio Filosa in Detroit on May 21.
The second tier brands will r

On April 24, Stellantis announced that PEUGEOT is showcasing two new concept cars at Auto China 2026, which demonstrate its vision for a bold new future for the brand. These new concept cars prefigure a new line-up of large sedans and SUVs, produced in China for China, as well as for export from China to Peugeot’s ov

Stellantis is integrating AI not only into its vehicles, but across the entire value chain, including engineering, manufacturing and quality management. Leveraging the rich diversity of data and customer touchpoints that come with being a 14-brand group, the company is advancing virtual development in the early desig

On April 23, Stellantis announced the European launch of the Leapmotor B05, a new C-segment electric hatchback and the brand’s first sporty electric model in the region.
The B05 is powered by a rear-wheel-drive electric system delivering 218 hp and 240 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Two

On April 22, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Rennes plant has temporarily stopped production of Citroën C5 Aircross. The shutdown will last three days, from April 22 to 24, 2026, due to a shortage of transmissions. The issue is caused by a limited transmission supply, which has disrupted vehicle assembly.
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Jeep is skipping the 2026 model year for its electric Wagoneer S model, while it works to make improvements for the 2027 model year, according to a recent report. A Jeep spokesperson said that the company is "pacing production of the all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S to support future improvements in battery performance,

On April 20, Fiat Professional announced that it will showcase its new electric micromobility vehicle, TRIS, in UK for the first time at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2026, held at NEC Birmingham from April 21–23, 2026.
TRIS is built for city use, offering about 56 miles of range, 2.25 square meter of load area, can ca

On April 20, Stellantis announced that Peugeot is adopting a new certification method called GTR21, introduced under the upcoming Euro 7 rules. The method changes how the combined power of plug-in hybrid vehicles (engine + electric motor) is officially measured.
The certified power figures of some Peugeot plug-in hyb

On April 15, the Bukhara regional administration announced that Leapmotor will assemble B10, B10L, A10, C01, and C16 car models in Uzbekistan. The project's production and revenue plan is set at 20,000 cars (USD 50 million) in 2026, 40,000 cars (USD 100 million) in 2027, 60,000 cars (USD 150 million) in 2028, 100,000

On April 16, Stellantis France announced that it is transforming its Poissy site to support new industrial activities, improve efficiency, build skills, attract investment, and help maintain around 1,000 factory jobs by 2030.
The company is investing over EUR 100 million to modernize the site and ensure its long-term

On April 17, Stellantis MEA announced that Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN) has started assembling the new Peugeot 3008 and Peugeot 5008 at its Kaduna plant in northern Nigeria, which was built four years ago.
Along with the already available Peugeot Landtrek, these new models will expand the brand’

On April 16, multiple sources reported that Stellantis has extended the shutdown at its Cassino plant, Italy. The suspension of operations, which was initially scheduled to last until April 20, has been extended until April 24. Workers are now expected to return only on April 27, 2026. 
Production at the plant has be

On April 16, Stellantis and Microsoft announced a five‑year strategic collaboration to accelerate Stellantis’ digital transformation through the co‑development of advanced AI, cybersecurity and engineering capabilities.
As part of the collaboration, Stellantis and Microsoft are co‑developing more than 100 AI initiati

On April 15, Stellantis Italy launched the new Lancia Ypsilon Turbo 100 in Milan. The version was developed based on customer feedback and Italian market demand. Lancia Ypsilon lineup now includes three options: hybrid, electric, and the new gasoline variant.
The model uses a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo gasoline e

On April 15, the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, in a social media post, announced that its minister held a meeting with the Vice President of Leapmotor to discuss the initiation of a joint electric vehicle manufacturing project.
The dialogue centered on achieving a high degree of localizat

On April 15, Stellantis reported that its Q1 2026 estimated consolidated shipments of 1,361,000 units, up 12% y-o-y, driven by increases primarily in North America and Europe.
   •  In North America, Q1 shipments grew by approximately 54,000 units compared to the same period in 2025 to 379,000 units, representing a 1

On April 13, Stellantis Middle East announced its entry into the Syrian market. It has appointed Ghassan Aboud Automotive, a subsidiary of Ghassan Aboud Holding, as the official distributor for Jeep and RAM effective January 1, 2026, with Peugeot set to launch in the Syrian market as part of the Q2 2026 rollout.
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