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Stellantis to Shut Down Historic Luton Plant After 120 Years: Promises Fair Treatment for All Employees
November 28, 2024 – Stellantis, the parent company of the British automotive brand Vauxhall, announced yesterday its decision to shut down its car manufacturing plant in Luton, UK, where Vauxhall has been producing vehicles since 1905, and consolidate its operations in the country. Currently employing around 1,100 workers, the Luton plant manufactures internal combustion engine…
Stellantis Unveils STLA Frame: A Versatile Platform for Full-Size Pickups and SUVs
November 20, 2024 – Stellantis has unveiled its third multi-energy platform, named STLA Frame, specifically designed for full-size body-on-frame pickup trucks and SUVs. According to the company, the STLA Frame platform aims to deliver class-leading range, with a range-extending electric vehicle (REEV) capable of reaching up to 1,100 kilometers and a battery-electric vehicle (BEV) version…
Stellantis to Decide Fate of UK Factories in Coming Weeks Amid Zero-Emission Mandate
October 17, 2024 – Following months of dialogue with the UK government regarding the mandatory sales of zero-emission vehicles, Stellantis NV CEO Carlos Tavares has revealed that the company is on the cusp of making a critical decision about its future in Britain. The automaker, which owns the British brand Vauxhall, had previously cautioned in…
Stellantis CEO Warns: EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs to Hasten Closure of Local Auto Plants
October 16, 2024 – Reuters reported that on the 15th local time, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares issued a warning: the tariffs imposed by the European Union (EU) on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) would accelerate the closure of local automobile manufacturing plants in Europe. In Tavares’s view, imposing tariffs on Chinese EVs would compel Chinese automakers…
Facing Profit Decline, Stellantis Considers Shutting Down or Selling Unprofitable Brands
July 29, 2024 – Following a significant drop in profits during the first half of this year, Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares has indicated a possible sale of the company’s underperforming brands. In an interview on the 26th, as reported by Autocar, Tavares warned, “If they are not profitable, we will shut them down. We cannot…
Stellantis CEO: We’re Ready to Take on Chinese Electric Vehicles in Europe
July 26, 2024 – Stellantis, the automotive giant, has declared its commitment to tackling the formidable impact of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) on the European market. At the opening ceremony of a new electric vehicle production line in Serbia, CEO Carlos Tavares stated, “We are poised to face the fierce challenge posed by Chinese automakers…
Stellantis Ramps Up European Hybrid Push with 30 New Models this Year
July 09, 2024 – Stellantis Unveils Ambitious Hybrid Expansion Strategy for European Markets, Aiming for a Greener Tomorrow In a move designed to cater to the escalating demand for sustainable mobility in Europe, Stellantis has announced a sweeping expansion of its hybrid technology across multiple brands, pledging to introduce an impressive 30 hybrid models across…
Stellantis and DS Automobiles Unveil ChatGPT Integration: A European First
October 23, 2023 – European automotive giant Stellantis announced last Thursday through an official press release that ChatGPT is set to make its debut in the luxury car brand DS, marking the first European automaker to incorporate ChatGPT into its vehicles. According to the announcement, ChatGPT will be seamlessly integrated with DS Automobiles’ in-car system,…
Stellantis Explores Collaborative Prospects in China’s Electric Vehicle Market
August 23, 2023 – In a move aimed at strengthening its presence in the booming Chinese electric vehicle market, Stellantis NV, the second-largest car manufacturer in Europe by sales, is reportedly exploring potential collaborations with a prominent Chinese electric car company. This endeavor marks Stellantis’ strategic bid to enhance its foothold in the world’s largest…