that the 8-valve engine line has already shut down, and the 16-valve line will stop by summer 2025 in the Stellantis’ Termoli plant. Even premium engines such as the GME 2.0L and Maserati’s V6 Nettuno are now at risk. Currently, only GSE FireFly engines which are used in models such as the Fiat Panda and Alfa Romeo Tonale—are still being made. But that’s not enough to sustain the plant that once had over 3,500 workers and now has fewer th...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

ff-related uncertainties, the company is suspending its 2025 financial guidance as it works with governments on policy adjustments, revises production plans and explores sourcing options.     • In the EU 30 market during Q1 2025, Stellantis launched 3 all-new products, including the Fiat Grande Panda, Opel/Vauxhall Frontera and Citroën C3 Aircross, along with the refreshed Opel/Vauxhall Mokka, Ram 2500 HD and Ram 3500 HD. Accordingly, market...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Fiat Grande Panda soon to be produced at Tafraoui plant, Algeria On April 17, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Tafraoui plant in Oran, Algeria, is gearing up for the production of the new Fiat Grande Panda. By the end of 2024, the plant had built over 18,000 vehicles and employed 1,650 workers. Stellantis aims to increase production to 60,000 units in 2025 and 90,000 by 2026. This increase is supported by expansion work, now 40% compl...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Stellantis sends Melfi workers to Kragujevac plant, Serbia to increase Fiat Grande Panda production On April 11, multiple sources reported that Stellantis has recently decided to send workers from its Melfi plant in Italy to support production of the Fiat Grande Panda in Kragujevac plant, Serbia. The new model has seen strong demand in just a few weeks. However, the Kragujevac plant in Serbia is struggling to ramp up production rate. To help spee...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

.7% market share), Toyota registrations decreased 2.2% (7.4% share), Volkswagen brand registrations decreased 9.9% (7.0% share), Peugeot registrations increased 27.8% (6.2% share), Dacia registrations increased 9.5% (5.4% share). The best-selling cars in March, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3 and Peugeot 208. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passe...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

n e-C3 alongside the Stellantis’ Trnava plant in Slovakia. This is positive news for Serbian workers, as a new model could create jobs and support the local auto industry. However, production in Serbia will mainly handle extra demand rather than serve as a major hub. Citroën e-C3 and Fiat Grande Panda share Stellantis' CMP Smart Car platform for affordable EVs. While the Fiat Grande Panda is slightly larger, both models use the same propulsion...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Stellantis plans to relocate Modena, Italy employees to Serbia On March 13, multiple sources reported that Stellantis is offering Maserati employees in Modena a voluntary six-month transfer to Serbia to produce the Fiat Grande Panda. The Modena plant has been idle since November. Many workers have been on redundancy for some time. Stellantis proposed that these workers temporarily transfer to the Kragujevac plant in Serbia for Fiat Grande Panda p...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/17

market share), Toyota registrations increased 1.7% (8.0% share), Dacia registrations increased 14.7% (7.5% share), Volkswagen brand registrations increased 3.1% (7.4% share), Peugeot registrations decreased 1.1% (5.5% share). The best-selling cars in February, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Citroen C3, Jeep Avenger and Toyota Yaris. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered pass...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Stellantis starts export of Grande Panda EV to western Europe from Serbia On February 20, multiple sources reported that the president of Serbia announced the commencement of shipments of the Grande Panda EV from the Stellantis plant in Kragujevac to Western Europe. The first train, carrying Fiat Panda cars, has left the plant. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27

, Opel Grandland and DS Nº8 models STLA Large: to be used in the Dodge Charger Daytona, Jeep Wagoneer S, Recon and Cherokee replacement STLA Frame: to be introduced in 2025 with Ram 1500 Ramcharger and Jeep vehicles Smart Car, which introduced Citroen C3 / e-C3, C3 Aircross, Opel Frontera and Fiat Panda in Europe, and the Citroen Basalt in South America.  In the past 90 days, Stellantis has focused on launching new products, building trust an...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/27

acia registrations increased 11.1% (8.6% share), Toyota registrations totally flat(7.6% share), Volkswagen brand registrations decreased 9.3% (6.4% share), and Peugeot registrations decreased 12.4% (5.4% share) from a year ago. The best-selling cars in January, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Dacia Duster and Citroen C3. The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered pass...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/04

Fiat Grande Panda debuts with electric and hybrid options in Europe On January 28, Stellantis announced that the Fiat Grande Panda is available in electric and hybrid versions, targeting the B-segment. The vehicle is designed in Turin, it features a compact, clean design with a spacious and practical interior for urban and family use. Built on Stellantis’ "Smart Car Platform," it is the first of a new Fiat family. The Grande Panda seats five co...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/29

Stellantis Termoli plant, Italy faces weeklong shutdown amid reduced engine demand On January 23, multiple sources reported that the Stellantis plant in Termoli faces production halts from February 17 to 23, 2025, with reduced pay for employees. The plant is known for making Firefly (Global Small Engine, GSE) and V6 engines. Firefly engines which are used in models such as Fiat Panda and Alfa Romeo Tonale, have already been cut due to low demand....

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

9.2% market share), Toyota registrations increased 24.5% (7.9% share), Volkswagen brand registrations decreased 1.2% (7.8% share), Dacia registrations increased 13.7% (6.2% share), Renault registrations increased 7.7% (5.6% share).The best-selling cars in 2024, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3 and Toyota Yaris Cross.The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/06

Fiat Grande Panda EV production to begin in Kragujevac factory, Serbia from January 2025 On December 31, multiple sources reported that the serial production of the Fiat Grande Panda EV is set to begin at Stellantis' Kragujevac factory in Serbia in mid-January 2025. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the production of the Fiat Grande Panda will increase the growth rate of Serbia's economy. He also noted that if FCA Serbia produces m...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/03

up, including the new electric C3, the spacious C3 Aircross, and the updated C4, offering hybrid and electric variants. DS Automobiles will reveal the world premiere of the DS N°8, a luxurious all-electric SUV coupé, alongside its entire electrified range. FIAT will introduce the versatile Grande Panda in hybrid and electric versions and the charming Topolino microcar. Jeep will celebrate the Avenger 4xe and Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids, while ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/19

n chain, with the company ready to collaborate with ANFIA and institutions to support diversification and transformation efforts. Stellantis' Italian plan increases commitments at the following plant: Pomigliano (Campania): From 2028, will produce two new compact models on the STLA Small platform. Panda production extended until 2030, followed by its next generation of the same model. Mirafiori (Turin): along with the base for production of 500 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/18

Stellantis resumes production of Alfa Romeo Tonale and Fiat Panda at Pomigliano plant, Italy On December 12, multiple sources reported that the production of the Alfa Romeo Tonale and Fiat Panda will resume at Stellantis' Pomigliano plant, Italy after a supplier issue with Trasnova. The problem was resolved through an agreement between Stellantis and Trasnova. Fiat Panda production lines will restart first. Stellantis has also canceled the redund...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/13

Fiat to begin production of Grande Panda in Kragujevac plant, Serbia, order opens in January 2025 On December 3, multiple sources reported that the large scale production of the Fiat Grande Panda which was unveiled on July 11, 2024, will soon begin at Stellantis' Kragujevac plant in Serbia. The orders for the electric version will open in Italy in January 2025. Mass production of the hybrid (HV) version is expected to begin in the summer of 2025....

News  Updated at: 2024/12/04

ket share), Volkswagen brand registrations increased 17.4% (8.6% share), Fiat brand registrations decreased 41.7% (7.1% share), Dacia registrations decreased 2.2% (7.1% share), Renault registrations decreased 2.0% (5.8% share).The best-selling cars in November, in order of popularity, were the Fiat Panda, Dacia Sandero, Jeep Avenger, Citroen C3 and Toyota Yaris.The foreign car distributors association (UNRAE) announced that gasoline-powered passe...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03