Stellantis Vigo plant halts night shift due to parts shortage, affected Peugeot 2008 production On June 26, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis Vigo plant would cancel its night shift on June 26, 2025, due to a parts shortage. The issue has affected the production of the Peugeot 2008, built on System 1.  Although the plant had moved past the worst supply issues seen after the pandemic, it is now facing reduced activity again due to sim...

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Next-generation Jeep Compass increases efficiency with advanced aerodynamics On June 27, Jeep unveiled its all-new, next-generation Compass has enhanced aerodynamics and improved efficiency while retaining its signature bold, boxy design. The SUV is built on the advanced Stellantis STLA Medium platform in Italy. Key features include: a flat underbody that reduces air drag and offers off-road protection, Active Grille Shutters that close when not ...

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Stellantis Brazil sets new export record from Goiana Automotive Hub On June 25, Stellantis Brazil announced that its Goiana Automotive Hub set a record with the largest single-vehicle export operation in the company’s history. A total of 4,006 units were shipped to Argentina from the Port of Suape aboard the dedicated Dover Highway (K-Line) vessel. The Jeep Renegade accounted for the largest share of exports at 26%, followed by the Jeep Compass...

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p differential for serious rally performance. Finally, the Ypsilon HF Racing gives a taste of motorsports with a 145-hp 1.2L turbo engine and 240 Nm of torque. Both the Ypsilon HF Line (hybrid) and Ypsilon HF (EV) are now available to order, with the EV hitting the roads after summer 2025. Based on Stellantis press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

K sales were up 1.6% to 150,070 units. Italy, France and Spain were down 0.1%, down 12.3% and up 18.6% respectively.The sales volume of the top five groups in May increased 0.6% year-on-year to 758,233 units (68.1% market share). Of these, the VW Group was up 3.4% to 309,930 units (27.8% share) and Stellantis was down 3.0% to 168,839 units (15.2% share). Renault Group was up 4.6% to 111,395 units (10.0% share). Hyundai Group was down 4.0% to 88,4...

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Jeep releases image, video of upcoming 2026 Cherokee ahead of debut On June 24, Stellantis released another image of the upcoming all-new Jeep Cherokee, as well as an accompanying video. The released rear quarter image shows a boxy looking SUV ready for cargo and the trail. The video demonstrates the lineage of the first Cherokee transforming through the various generations to the one that will make its debut later in 2025. Viewed in transition f...

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Factorial launches Gammatron digital twin AI platform for battery development On June 18, Factorial Inc., a Boston, Massachusetts-based leader in solid-state battery technology, announced the launch of Gammatron, a proprietary AI-driven simulation platform designed to accelerate the development of next-gen batteries. Used in Factorial’s joint development with Stellantis, Gammatron helped forecast battery performance before full test completion ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

ElevenEs, Serbia signs new MoU for LFP battery recycling On June 21, ElevenEs signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MResource GmbH, Miracle Oruide (Guangzhou) Autoparts Remanufacturing Co. Ltd. (Oruide is a Joint Venture between Miracle Automation Engineering Co., Ltd. and Stellantis NV), and American Lithium Renaissance Holding Company to establish a joint venture for recycling LFP battery waste. This collaboration aims to develop a s...

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Mr. Antonio Filosa takes over as Stellantis CEO, announces new global leadership team On June 23, Stellantis N.V. announced that Mr. Antonio Filosa officially began his role as CEO and declared a new global leadership team, effective immediately. The team includes top talent from across Stellantis’ global operations. These changes follow the February 2025 restructuring and focus on placing product decisions closer to key markets. The aim is to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Stellantis UK to open order for new Jeep Compass First Edition Q3 2025 On June 19, Stellantis UK revealed the pricing for the new Jeep Compass First Edition, with orders opening in the UK in Q3, 2025. The pricing starts at GBP 35,700 for the e-Hybrid and GBP 39,200 for the fully electric version. The fully electric version features a 74 kWh battery and 213 hp motor with 345 Nm torque. It supports fast charging from 20%-80% in 30 minutes with a 16...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

Italian government to support Marelli amid Chapter 11 Restructuring The Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy (MIMIT) has confirmed its readiness to take action in support of Marelli during a Chapter 11 restructuring process in the U.S. MIMIT outlined three potential forms of intervention: exercising moral suasion to guarantee the continuity of business between Marelli and Stellantis, encouraging industrial players to participate in the acquis...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

ina Kirchner, who is serving a six-year sentence for corruption confirmed by the Supreme Court. The strike affected the morning shift at Ford Pacheco, Mercedes-Benz in Virrey del Pino, Toyota in Zárate, and Volkswagen also in Pacheco, while afternoon operations resumed normally. Plants operated by Stellantis, General Motors, and Renault were not impacted. According to industry estimates, the strike resulted in the loss of 700 to 800 units of veh...

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KIRCHHOFF, Germany expands production capacity in Mexico On June 18, KIRCHHOFF Automotive, in a newsletter, announced that it is making significant progress in expanding its production capacity in Mexico with the commissioning of two new plants.  It has opened a new production facility in Puebla. It is located near its main plant in Puebla and supplies important automotive components to Stellantis. It manufactures various components for the Jeep...

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Stellantis advances battery technology, production in Windsor, Ontario On June 17, Stellantis recognized it’s the 100 years of Chrysler history in Windsor, Ontario, where Chrysler Corporation of Canada Limited was incorporated in 1925. In 1929, it opened its first new assembly facility, the nucleus for the Windsor Assembly Plant, which currently builds the Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid, Chrysler Grand Caravan (Canada only), Chrysle...

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ooth 6-speed automatic transmission (available in 2WD and AWD configurations for the Calligraphy variant) optimizes performance while maintaining fuel efficiency.  The SUV boasts a bold exterior, customizable colors, and wheels up to 21 inches. Safety features include the Hyundai SmartSense suite (FCA 2.0, BCA, RCCA, SCC, LFA 2.0), along with multi-terrain driving modes, ESC, MCB, and a full airbag system.  (From Hyundai Indonesia press release...

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AOI and Stellantis to launch new car production by 2026 in Egypt On June 16, the Egyptian government announced that the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) will start producing a new car model with Stellantis by the end of 2026. The total planned production is 240,000 units. The news was announced after a meeting between Egypt’s President and AOI’s chairman. The new model will be built only at AOI’s facilities and won’t be made ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

l be used for general corporate purposes and to build out Archer’s commercial capabilities, including infrastructure to support Archer’s recently announced initiatives, both in the U.S. and Archer’s “Launch Edition” markets, and the development of an AI-based aviation software platform.  Stellantis is an investor in Archer and a partner in helping to manufacture its Midnight Aircraft. (Archer release on June 12, 2025) (Whitehouse.gov r...

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Stellantis unveils new all-electric Peugeot E-208 GTi On June 13, Stellantis unveiled its new all-electric Peugeot E-208 GTi at the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit. It is the brand’s first fully electric GTi badge. The car was developed by Peugeot Sport in Satory and styled in collaboration with Peugeot’s design team in Vélizy, France. The vehicle has powerful M4+ electric motor is built in Trémery, France, through the Stellantis–Nidec Emotor...

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Stellantis to end FIRE engine production in Termoli plant on June 16, 2025 On June 12, multiple sources reported that Stellantis will shut down the Termoli department that produces the FIRE (Fully Integrated Robotized Engine) engine permanently. The closure is set for June 16, 2025, officially ending production of the long-running engine which began in 1985 and has since built over 23 million engines for various car models. Starting in 2026, the ...

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ging from 20% to 80% takes 60 minutes with a 350 kW DC charger. A thermal management system keeps batteries working well in temperatures from -30°C to 45°C. At the event, Iveco introduced two new electric light commercial vehicles i.e., the eJolly and eSuperJolly — developed in partnership with Stellantis Pro One. With these models, Iveco now offers electric vans from 2.8 to 7.2 tons, covering a wide range of commercial needs. The eJolly come...

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