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Carlos Tavares, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Stellantis, telah meletak jawatan secara mendadak pada 1 Disember selepas ketegangan yang semakin meningkat di kalangan pemegang saham dan kepimpinan syarikat. Pemergian beliau datang hanya dua bulan selepas Stellantis mengeluarkan amaran keuntungan yang mencadangkan tahun sukar bagi syarikat yang menguruskan jenama seperti Jeep, Fiat, dan Peugeot. Saham Stellantis menjunam sebanyak 40% pada 2024, mencerminkan cabaran besar yang dihadapi oleh pembuat kereta keempat terbesar di dunia berdasarkan jualan.

Peralihan Kepimpinan dan Langkah Interim

Lembaga pengarah Stellantis, yang dipengerusikan oleh John Elkann, menerima peletakan jawatan Tavares dengan serta-merta. Elkann kini mengetuai jawatankuasa eksekutif sementara sementara syarikat mencari CEO baharu, yang dijangka selesai pada separuh pertama 2025. Henri de Castries, Pengarah Bebas Kanan, menyatakan bahawa pandangan strategik yang berbeza antara Tavares, pemegang saham utama, dan lembaga pengarah telah menyebabkan perletakan jawatan ini.

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Carlos Tavares, the CEO of Stellantis, abruptly resigned on Sunday following mounting tensions among the company’s shareholders and leadership. His departure comes just two months after a profit warning that marked a difficult year for the automaker, which oversees brands like Jeep, Fiat, and Peugeot. Stellantis’ shares have plummeted 40% in 2024, reflecting a challenging environment for the world’s fourth-largest automaker by sales.

Leadership Transition and Interim Measures

According to Reuters, the Stellantis board, chaired by John Elkann, has accepted Tavares’ resignation “with immediate effect.” Elkann will lead an interim executive committee while the company seeks a new CEO, a process expected to conclude in the first half of 2025. Senior Independent Director Henri de Castries noted that differing strategic views between Tavares, major shareholders, and the board led to the resignation.

Profit Warning and Operational Struggles

In September, Stellantis issued a profit warning, citing a projected cash burn of up to €10 billion ($10.6 billion) due to sluggish North American sales and high inventory levels. Sales in the U.S. dropped 17% year-over-year in the third quarter, with brands like Dodge, Ram, Jeep, and Chrysler underperforming. Inventory issues were pronounced, with some models, such as the Ram 1500 pickup and Jeep Wagoneer, significantly exceeding average supply levels compared to competitors.

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Stellantis, pengeluar kenderaan keempat terbesar di dunia dan perintis penyediaan mobiliti telah mengumumkan penubuhan Hub Alat Ganti Serantau di Malaysia. Hub itu merupakan satu komponen penting dalam strategi Stellantis untuk mempergiatkan usaha lokalisasi serta mengukuhkan kehadirannya dalam jangka masa panjang di rantau India dan Asia Pasifik, termasuklah Malaysia.

Ketua Pegawai Operasi Stellantis ASEAN, Daniel Gonzalez berkata, “Rantau India dan Asia Pasifik merupakan enjin pertumbuhan ketiga bagi Stellantis. Hub Alat Ganti Serantau ini bakal menjadi satu aset penting dalam strategi rantaian bekalan serantau kami.

“Pelaburan ini membuktikan komitmen jangka panjang Stellantis dalam mengukuhkan pertumbuhan dan kehadiran kami bukan sahaja di rantau ini, malah menyumbang kepada memperkasakan kedudukan Malaysia sebagai satu hub automotif serantau. Kami akan terus berada di sini dan komited untuk meningkatkan pengalaman pelanggan, di samping memberi perkhidmatan dan operasi yang cekap melalui hub baharu ini. Ia akan memberi khidmat kepada pasaran Malaysia dan rantau ini.”

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Stellantis, the world’s fourth-largest automaker, has announced the launch of a new Regional Parts Hub in Malaysia as part of its strategic plan to enhance its footprint in the India & Asia Pacific region. This new hub is set to strengthen Stellantis’ supply chain, supporting over 20 countries, including Malaysia, and will begin operations by the first quarter of 2025.

Daniel Gonzalez, Stellantis ASEAN’s Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the hub’s role in solidifying Malaysia as a key player in the regional automotive sector. “This investment underpins Stellantis’ long-term commitment to strengthening our footprint and growth in the region,” Gonzalez stated, highlighting Stellantis’ aim to improve customer service and operational efficiency for the India & Asia Pacific region.

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Stellantis dan Factorial Inc. telah mengambil langkah penting seterusnya dalam kerjasama mereka untuk membangunkan kenderaan elektrik (EV) generasi akan datang yang menggunakan teknologi bateri keadaan pepejal (solid-state) Factorial yang canggih. Ini susulan pelaburan $75 juta oleh Stellantis pada tahun 2021 untuk mempercepatkan pengkomersialan bateri keadaan pepejal dalam kenderaan elektrik.

Menjelang tahun 2026, Stellantis akan memperkenalkan armada demonstrasi Dodge Charger Daytona yang dilengkapi dengan bateri keadaan pepejal proprietari Factorial yang dikenali sebagai FEST®. Armada ini akan digunakan untuk menguji dan mengesahkan prestasi bateri ini dalam situasi dunia sebenar, menjadikannya satu langkah penting menuju pengkomersialan teknologi ini secara skala penuh. Teknologi FEST® menawarkan ketumpatan tenaga melebihi 390 Wh/kg, memberikan beberapa kelebihan berbanding bateri litium-ion konvensional seperti peningkatan kapasiti tenaga, pengurangan berat, prestasi kenderaan yang lebih baik, dan potensi kos yang lebih rendah dalam jangka panjang.

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Stellantis and Factorial Inc. have advanced their partnership by unveiling the next stage in their collaboration to develop and deploy next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) powered by Factorial’s cutting-edge solid-state battery technology. This builds upon Stellantis’ $75 million investment in Factorial in 2021, with the aim of accelerating the commercial viability of solid-state batteries in EVs.

By 2026, Stellantis will launch a demonstration fleet of Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles equipped with Factorial’s proprietary FEST® solid-state battery technology. This fleet will allow Stellantis to validate the performance of Factorial’s batteries in real-world conditions, an essential step in the move toward full-scale commercialization. Factorial’s FEST® technology delivers a specific energy density of over 390 Wh/kg, offering numerous advantages over traditional lithium-ion batteries, such as increased energy density, reduced weight, enhanced vehicle performance, and the potential for lower overall costs over time.

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Stellantis Malaysia telah melancarkan secara rasmi bilik pameran kedua di negara ini, Allure Auto Old Klang Road, yang merupakan pengedar pelbagai jenama pertamanya. Bilik pameran ini menampilkan model Peugeot dan juga Leapmotor C10, SUV elektrik baharu yang dipamerkan selepas pelancaran jenama Leapmotor di Malaysia. Terletak strategik di Jalan Klang Lama, kemudahan ini direka bentuk dengan gaya moden untuk melambangkan penjenamaan kedua-dua jenama tersebut, dengan kapasiti untuk mempamerkan sehingga lima kenderaan pada satu masa.

Bilik pameran ini menawarkan pengalaman pelanggan yang menyeluruh, termasuk ruang istirahat yang selesa, kawasan penghantaran kenderaan, dan paparan konfigurator interaktif untuk mempertingkatkan penglibatan pelanggan. Menurut Jamie Francis Morais, Pengarah Urusan Stellantis Malaysia, pembukaan ini menandakan satu langkah penting dalam pengembangan kehadiran Peugeot dan Leapmotor di seluruh negara. Beliau menekankan bahawa Allure Auto komited untuk memberikan perkhidmatan yang luar biasa kepada pelanggan.

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Stellantis Malaysia has officially launched the all-new electric Leapmotor C10 SUV, marking the first product introduction of its new energy brand, Leapmotor.

A Leap Into Electric Mobility

The Leapmotor C10 stands as a testimony to the partnership’s commitment to sustainable mobility. With driving dynamics optimized by Maserati, the SUV brings together comfort, safety, and intelligence.

The C10 benefits from Leapmotor’s vertical integration approach, with over 60% of the vehicle’s components being self-developed and self-manufactured, contributing to its exceptional value and competitive pricing.

Leapmotor’s Growing Presence

Leapmotor has quickly emerged as one of the top three EV startups in the Chinese NEV market, with cumulative deliveries reaching 460,000 units by September 2024. With Stellantis’ extensive global sales and service network, Leapmotor is well-positioned to expand internationally.

Innovative Design and Features

The Leapmotor C10 boasts a minimalist design that has garnered international accolades, including the 2023 International CMF Design Award and the 2024 French Design Award. The SUV features LED-powered “angel-wing” headlamps, an Active Grille Shutter (AGS) for better aerodynamics, and 20-inch “Trident” wheels. Its sleek, modern exterior is complemented by a spacious interior built on the advanced Leap 3.0 platform, offering a cabin length of 4,739 millimetres.

In terms of performance, the C10 is equipped with the cutting-edge Cell-To-Chassis (CTC) 2.0 technology, which integrates the battery pack into the vehicle’s structure, improving space efficiency and charging flexibility. The 69.9kWh Lithium-Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery supports a range of up to 477 kilometres (NEDC), and the C10 can charge from 30% to 80% in just 30 minutes using DC fast charging. The single motor configuration produces 231hp and 320Nm of torque

A Digital-First Experience

The C10’s advanced electronics are built around Leapmotor’s proprietary “Four-Leaf Clover” Central Electronic and Electrical Architecture, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip. The vehicle features a 14.6-inch central infotainment screen with Leap OS 4.0, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, and a 360-degree panoramic camera for enhanced navigation and parking.

Comfort Meets Technology

Inside the C10, passengers can enjoy high-quality fittings, OEKO-Tex Standard 100 baby-friendly silicone textiles, and a range of comfort features including ventilated ergonomic seats and a panoramic glass roof. The rear seats can fold flat to create a spacious area suitable for camping or resting, further enhancing the vehicle’s family-friendly appeal.


Safety at the Forefront

Safety is paramount in the Leapmotor C10, which comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of seven airbags and Level 2 ADAS (Leap Pilot). This includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Centering Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, and many other advanced driver assistance features.

Pricing and Availability

The all-new electric Leapmotor C10 is available in four colours: Glazed Green, Pearly White, Canopy Grey, and Tundra Grey. Interior options include Criollo Brown (exclusive to Glazed Green) and Midnight Aurora.

For a limited time, it is being offered at an introductory price of RM149,000 for bookings made before November 30, 2024. The official retail price after the promotional period will be RM159,000

Stellantis Malaysia plans to support the launch with 18 point-of-sales locations and 16 authorized service centres by the end of 2025, ensuring widespread availability and customer support across the country.

Maserati kini menghadapi cabaran besar dengan penurunan mendadak dalam jualan, seperti yang dilaporkan dalam laporan setengah tahun Stellantis 2024. Penghantaran kepada pelanggan menurun daripada 15,300 unit pada separuh pertama 2023 kepada hanya 6,500 unit pada Jun 2024. Carlos Tavares, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Stellantis, menyifatkan masalah ini sebagai kesilapan pemasaran yang tidak berkesan, bukan disebabkan kelemahan produk atau harga Maserati.

Penurunan ini memberi tekanan kepada jenama ikonik tersebut, terutamanya dengan kenyataan Tavares sebelum ini bahawa jenama yang gagal menjana keuntungan boleh berdepan penutupan. Walaupun Maserati tidak disebut secara langsung, ia menghadapi risiko yang sama seperti jenama lain dalam kumpulan Stellantis yang berprestasi rendah.

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Maserati’s recent struggles, as highlighted in Stellantis’ half-year report, point to a sharp decline in sales, with customer deliveries plummeting from 15,300 units in the first half of 2023 to just 6,500 by June 2024. Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, attributed this worrying sales drop to ineffective marketing rather than issues with Maserati’s products or pricing.

This decline is particularly concerning given Tavares’ past statements, where he warned that underperforming brands within the Stellantis group could face shutdown if they fail to generate profit. While Maserati wasn’t explicitly singled out, the warning applied to all brands under the Stellantis umbrella.

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