Stellantis Kragujevac plant, Serbia adds third shift and targets 500 cars per day to increase Fiat Grande Panda output On October 23, multiple sources reported that the Fiat Grande Panda, which is built at Stellantis’ Kragujevac plant in Serbia, is the first Fiat model on the new Smart Car platform for compact cars. Around 200 Italian workers (from plants such as Melfi, Atessa, and Pomigliano) have temporarily joined the plant to avoid layoffs....

News  Updated at: 2025/10/24

rison to 2024’s inventory reduction initiative, which temporarily reduced production. Europe Q3 shipments increased approximately 38,000 units, driven by the start of production of four B-segment “Smart Car” platform nameplates, Citroën C3, Citroën C3 Aircross, Opel Frontera and Fiat Grande Panda. The 16,000 unit increase in Middle East & Africa reflected increases in Algeria, where local production of FIAT products has expanded, and posi...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/11

Stellantis Tafraoui plant, Algeria produces first fully localized Fiat Grande Panda On October 9, Stellantis MEA’s COO announced that the Fiat Tafraoui plant, Algeria, has produced its localised Grande Panda, marking a new milestone for the company’s operations in the country. The car was made using newly installed welding and painting lines — the first-ever of their kind for passenger car production in Algeria. Based on social media update...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/10

ll by 28.3% YoY to 14,135 units, which is the lowest in the plant’s history. Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio accounted for 10,600 units, while 3,535 units of Maserati Grecales were built, with the electric version making up 4%. Pomigliano plant: production dropped 34.9% YoY to 91,920 vehicles. Fiat Panda led with 79,000 units (52% of Italy’s total car output) but still declined 29% from 2024. Alfa Romeo Tonale fell 41% to 7,930 units, and the D...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/08

year (9.7% market share), Toyota registrations increased 2.9% (7.9% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 1.9% (7.6% share), Dacia registrations increased 1.5% (6.1% share), BMW registrations decreased 6.0% (4.8% share). The best-selling cars in September, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Sandero, Toyota Yaris Cross and Toyota Yaris. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powe...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

Stellantis temporary halts production at Pomigliano, Italy and Poissy, France plants amid weak demand On September 23, multiple sources reported that Stellantis Pomigliano d’Arco plant, Italy, and Poissy plant, France, are facing a tough phase, with temporary production stops. In the Pomigliano d’Arco plant, Fiat Panda and Alfa Romeo Tonale models were affected due to weaker demand in Europe. It confirmed that Fiat Panda production will pause...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

ppage in early September 2025. From January to August 2025, the plant operated only 70 out of 144 working days, marking its lowest activity ever. Meanwhile, Stellantis is offering a temporary travel program for about 100 employees to work at the Kragujevac plant in Serbia, where the new Fiat Grande Panda is produced. The program aims to optimize resources and support international production. Based on multiple sources...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

Fiat Grande Panda unveiled as first CKD-built vehicle in Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, Algeria On September 5, Stellantis MEA’s COO announced that Fiat Grande Panda was unveiled at the media event at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in Algeria on September 4, 2025. It is the first vehicle in Algeria’s history to be built in CKD format at the Tafraoui plant. The model starts with a 20% local integration rate, with plans to raise it above 3...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

FIAT opens orders for gasoline Grande Panda, completing full powertrain lineup On September 3, FIAT opened orders for the gasoline version of Grande Panda, completing its lineup with gasoline, hybrid, and electric options. The Grande Panda is available in three trims i.e., POP, ICON, and LA PRIMA, across all powertrains. The gasoline model comes with a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbo engine which generates output of 100 hp and 205 Nm of torque, paire...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/03

on-year (9.3% market share), Toyota registrations decreased 4.4% (8.4% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 7.7% (7.1% share), Dacia registrations decreased 9.7% (6.6% share), BMW registrations decreased 8.1% (5.2% share). The best-selling cars in August, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Toyota Yaris X and Toyota Yaris. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

r-on-year (9.3% market share), Toyota registrations decreased 7.8% (7.6% share), Dacia registrations decreased 9.5% (7.4% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 8.4 % (7.0% share), BMW registrations increased 5.2% (5.1% share).The best-selling cars in July, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Duster and Toyota Yaris.The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered pas...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

units, due to ongoing model transitions. New B-segment models under the “Smart Car” platform are still ramping up production. Fiat 500 ICE was also paused, awaiting its mild-hybrid replacement. However, Smart Car models (i.e. Citroën C3 and C3 Aircross, Opel/ Vauxhall Frontera and Fiat Grande Panda) shipments rose 45% or 25,000 units compared to Q1 2025. In other regions, shipments increased by 22% YoY or 71,000 units. In the MEA region, sh...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/21

Y in H1 2025. The plant operated about 11 days. Cassino: production dropped 34% to 10,500 units in H1 2025. Output includes 26% Alfa Romeo Giulia, 49% Stelvio, and 25% Maserati Grecale (including EV versions). Pomigliano: production dropped 24.0% YoY to 78,975 units in H1 2025. Output includes Fiat Panda led with 67,500 units (drop by 15% YoY), followed by Alfa Romeo Tonale with 10,115 units (drop by 20% YoY) and Dodge Hornet with 1,360 units (do...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

r (8.3% market share), Toyota registrations decreased 10.9% (7.6% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 13.3% (7.3% share), Dacia registrations decreased 32.6% (6.0% share), Renault registrations decreased 28.3% (5.8% share). The best-selling cars in June, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Dacia Duster, Jeep Avenger and Renault Clio. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered pa...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

of Stellantis' Kragujevac plant, Serbia over problems with rare mineral exports due to U.S. tariffs. Xi responded positively and had already instructed Chinese authorities to work closely with Serbia and speed up approvals as a special case. Stellantis Kragujevac plant manufactures the Fiat Grande Panda and Citroen C3, has struggled to get key materials at affordable prices. These include minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths, which are...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/30

year (8.6% market share), Toyota registrations decreased 0.9% (8.0% share), Volkswagen registrations decreased 6.5% (7.7% share), Peugeot registrations increased 31.5% (6.2% share), Dacia registrations increased 67.8% (5.6% share). The best-selling cars in May, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Peugeot 208, Dacia Sandero and Toyota Yaris Cross. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-power...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Stellantis unveils Fiat Grande Panda 4x4 concept 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 reflects Fiat’s forward-thinking approach. Technically, the Grande Panda 4x4 featu...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

solution. BMW will run its own prototype solid-state cell line at its Cell Manufacturing Competence Center (CMCC) in Parsdorf under an R&D license from Solid Power. To stay ahead in battery innovation, BMW works with around 300 partners, including companies, start-ups, and universities. The Grande Panda Hybrid is now available in dealerships across Europe, with a starting price of under EUR 19,000. Based on BMW press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Stellantis launches all-new Fiat Grande Panda hybrid 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 five seater and offers clever storage solutions, including a roomy 412 litre tr...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

ear (8.8% market share), Volkswagen registrations increased 8.4% (8.0% share), Toyota registrations increased 6.3% (7.6% share), Peugeot registrations increased 48.2% (6.4% share), Dacia registrations decreased 0.6% (5.6% share). The best-selling cars in April, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3, Dacia Sandero and Peugeot 208. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passe...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07