Ram to launch new full-size SUV in 2028 On October 30 during a Q3 analysts briefing, Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa said that the SUV mentioned as part of the coming USD 13 billion investment in the U.S. will be a full-size Ram product, which will compete with the Ford Expedition (based on F-150), Toyota Sequoia (based on Tundra) and Chevrolet Suburban (based on Silverado 1500).  The new Ram SUV will launch in 2028 and will be offered with two po...

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BorgWarner to supply Jeep with VTG turbocharger, electric variable cam timing tech On October 30, BorgWarner announced it has solidified an agreement with Stellantis to supply its 50 mm variable turbine geometry (VTG) turbocharger for the OEM’s all-new Hurricane 4 Turbo 4-cylinder gasoline engine, which will debut on the 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee (late availability).  Additionally, BorgWarner will supply its electric variable cam timing (eVCT) ...

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arly, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation in the US, which represents many large OEMs like Ford, Toyota and Volkswagen, also urged for a quick resolution. If this issue persists it could lead to assembly stoppages as early as November. The main European automakers of BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Stellantis and Volkswagen Group have all announced that they are monitoring the situation or actively working with suppliers to mitigate any risks fro...

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Stellantis Q3 shipments up 13.2%, net revenue up 12.9%, 2025 tariff cost EUR 1 billion On October 30, Stellantis announced its Q3 2025 results, reporting a 12.9% year-over-year increase in Net revenues to EUR 37.2 billion, driven by growth in North America, Enlarged Europe and Middle East & Africa, while South America had a moderate decrease.  Consolidated shipments totaled 1.3 million units, marking a 13.2% year-over-year increase (up 152,000 u...

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Ram's midsize pickup to be body-on-frame and built at Toledo North Stellantis announced earlier in October that investing USD 13 billion in U.S. production plants over the next 4 years, including USD 400 million to build a new mid-size pickup at the Toledo Assembly Complex in Ohio that was originally scheduled for the plant in Belvidere, Illinois. New details have come to light regarding exact plant location and platform. A new report claims that...

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Stellantis MEA debuts all-electric Alfa Romeo Junior for South African market On October 29, Stellantis MEA launched the new Alfa Romeo Junior in South Africa. The model comes in two fully electric versions i.e., Elettrica and Elettrica Veloce, both with front-wheel drive. The Elettrica generates output of 118 kW and 260 Nm, accelerates 0–100 km/h in 9 seconds with a top speed of 152 km/h. The more powerful Elettrica Veloce generates output of ...

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this partnership, Donghee will transfer chassis and suspension technologies, including control arms, torsion beams, and sub-frames—enabling SMIL to locally produce these components for Indian and global OEM platforms. Donghee, known for supplying global brands like Hyundai, Kia, VW, Renault, and Stellantis, will provide design and validation protocols, while SMIL leverages its nationwide manufacturing scale and OEM relationships. The collabora...

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Stellantis resumes RAM 1500 Light Duty production in Mexico On October 28, it was reported that Stellantis has resumed production of the RAM 1500 Light Duty pickup at its Saltillo assembly plant in Derramadero, Mexico, marking the model’s return to local manufacturing. The Saltillo Heavy Duty facility was expanded with new, high-tech tooling to support the relaunch, enabling production for Mexico, Canada, and other global markets. The 166,000 s...

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NextStar Energy to launch battery cell production later this year in Windsor, Ontario On October 28, 2025, NextStar Energy, a joint venture between LG Energy Solution and Stellantis, announced that it has completed primary construction for its battery plant in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. While minor construction activities continue in certain areas, NextStar Energy has received its occupancy permit for the facility, marking the completion of constr...

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Stellantis partners with NVIDIA, Uber, and Foxconn to develop Level 4 autonomous robotaxis On October 28, Stellantis announced a new partnership with NVIDIA, Uber, and Foxconn to jointly develop and deploy Level 4 (fully driverless) autonomous vehicles for global robotaxi services. The move builds on Stellantis’ recent agreement with Pony.ai to test self-driving vehicles in Europe and marks another step in its global robotaxi strategy. A non-bi...

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Stellantis unveils all-electric Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV with AWD Disconnection System On October 29, Stellantis unveiled all-electric Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV for model year 2026 with a major new feature i.e., an all-wheel drive disconnection system. When AWD isn’t needed, the system switches to rear-wheel drive, reducing energy use and extending range to up to 580 km. The shift between AWD and RWD happens in 500 milliseconds by physic...

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Jeep begins production of third generation Compass at Melfi plant, Italy On October 29, Stellantis announced that Jeep has started production of the all-new third-generation Compass at Melfi plant in Italy, built on the STLA Medium platform. The new Compass offers a wide range of powertrains from a 145 hp e-Hybrid and 195 hp plug-in hybrid to fully electric versions with up to 375 hp, all-wheel drive, and a range of 650 km. With a drag coefficien...

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Stellantis Cassino plant halts production of Alfa Romeo and Maserati models amid demand falls On October 27, multiple sources reported that the production of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Giulia, and Maserati Grecale has been halted at the Stellantis Cassino plant, Italy, from November 3 to 7, 2025. The stoppage affects the assembly, body, and paint shops, adding to a long list of shutdowns totaling about 90 inactive days in 2025, more than half the ye...

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ales were up 12.8% to 235,528 units. France, Italy and Spain were up 1.0%, up 4.2% and up 16.4% respectively. The sales volume of the top five groups in September increased 8.8% year-on-year to 783,362 units (63.3% market share). Of these, the VW Group was up 9.7% to 317,432 units (25.7% share) and Stellantis was up 11.5% to 165,457 units (13.4% share). Renault Group was up 15.2% to 115,830 units (9.4% share). Hyundai Group was up 0.8% to 97,846 ...

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ading fuel efficiency, a 6,200-pound towing capacity, and an estimated 529-mile range. It also debuts the industry’s first high-volume use of Turbulent Jet Ignition technology, enabling cleaner and more efficient combustion without compromising power. The Hurricane 4 Turbo engine will be built at Stellantis’ Dundee Engine Plant.  The 2026 Grand Cherokee also receives refreshed exterior styling with an updated seven-slot grille, new lighting,...

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Ram recalls 291,664 ProMaster vans over electric fans On October 24, Stellantis announce it was recalling 291,664 201-2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles, which for North America are assembled at the Saltillo van plant in Mexico. According to recall documents on the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website, demanding fleet duty cycles may cause premature bearing wear, a condition that leads to high current draw, that combined w...

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Alfa Romeo confirms hybrid version for Giulia and Stelvio on STLA platform, diesel versions to continue until 2027 On October 24, Stellantis announced that Alfa Romeo is undergoing a major transformation as the automotive industry adapts to rapid changes. The brand will use Stellantis’ flexible STLA platform for its future models, including the next Giulia and Stelvio, which will also offer hybrid versions. Alfa Romeo aims for a multi-energy st...

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Stellantis’ Atessa plant, Italy to halt for 17 days over Christmas vacations On October 24, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Atessa plant, Italy will close for 17 days over the Christmas break following an agreement between management and union representatives on October 23, 2025. The shutdown will run from December 22, 2025, to January 7, 2026, using collective holidays and remaining vacation days from previous and current years. T...

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Stellantis Melfi plant to begin new Jeep Compass production, adds DS7 and Lancia Gamma by 2026 On October 24, FISMIC union reported that Stellantis management, trade unions, and plant representatives had a meeting at the Melfi plant to discuss the production ramp-up for upcoming models. Starting next week, production of the new Jeep Compass will begin with BHEV and MHEV versions, followed by the PHEV version. Output will gradually increase, aimin...

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Leapmotor C10 to unveil AWD feature at Auto Zürich Car Show 2025 On October 24, Stellantis Europe announces the upcoming debut of its Leapmotor C10 Design 81.9kWh AWD model, the newest addition to its electric SUV lineup. Built on an 800V architecture, the C10 AWD delivers 598 hp and 720 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds. Its 81.9 kWh LFP battery enables ultra-fast charging from 30% to 80% in 22 minutes, maintaining ef...

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