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Next-Gen Fiat 500 To Arrive in 2032 Despite Sales Struggles

Stellantis is going through a tough time after CEO Carlos Tavares suddenly stepped down. Despite this, the company has confirmed that a new Fiat 500 will arrive in 2032. However, the current electric Fiat 500e sales have been slow, leading to production pauses.

Keeping the Fiat 500 in Turin

The Fiat 500, a popular city car in Europe, will continue to be made at the Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy, beyond 2030. Stellantis’ European Chief, Jean-Philippe Imparato, says this decision ensures the plant stays busy and important to the company. In November 2025, a new hybrid version of the Fiat 500, called the Fiat 500 Ibrida, will be introduced to give buyers more choices.

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Stellantis Memperkenalkan Platform STLA untuk SUV dan Trak Masa Depan

Stellantis telah memperkenalkan platform STLA Frame, sebuah casis modular revolusioner yang direka untuk menyokong generasi baharu SUV besar, trak pikap, dan kenderaan komersial ringan. Platform ini mencerminkan visi Stellantis untuk mobiliti mampan dengan sokongan untuk kenderaan elektrik (EV), hibrid plug-in (PHEV), dan kuasa hidrogen.

Spesifikasi Utama STLA Frame

  • Reka Bentuk Bingkai Tangga:
    • Ciri utama ialah bahagian tengah yang diperluas untuk menempatkan pek bateri EV.
    • Kuali perut penuh direka untuk mengurangkan seretan aerodinamik, meningkatkan kecekapan tenaga.
  • Keupayaan Bateri dan Pengecasan:
    • Kapasiti Bateri: Dari 159 kWh hingga lebih 200 kWh.
    • Seni Bina 800 Volt (EV): Menyokong pengecasan berkelajuan tinggi sehingga 350 kW, memberikan tambahan jarak 160 km dalam hanya 10 minit.
    • Sistem 400 Volt (PHEV): Mengecas sehingga 175 kW.

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Stellantis Unveils STLA Frame Platform for Future SUVs and Trucks

Stellantis has unveiled the specifications for its STLA Frame platform, a modular chassis designed to support a new generation of full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and light commercial vehicles, many of which will be electric. This platform will also accommodate plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and hydrogen-powered vehicles, further reinforcing Stellantis’ commitment to versatile and sustainable mobility. It is one of four modular platforms in Stellantis’ lineup, alongside STLA Small, STLA Medium, and STLA Large, each designed for flexibility and upgradability in components such as battery chemistry, electric motors, and software.

The STLA Frame platform features a ladder-type frame chassis, with a widened central section to house the battery pack for electric models. A full-length belly pan reduces aerodynamic drag, maximising efficiency. Battery sizes will range from 159 kWh to over 200 kWh, supporting 800-volt architecture for high-speed charging up to 350 kW, adding 160km of range in just 10 minutes under optimal conditions. Series PHEVs will use a 400-volt system, capable of charging at up to 175 kW.

2025 Ram 1500 REV

Performance-wise, the platform supports up to 804km of range in EV mode and 1,110km in series PHEV mode. It offers impressive towing capabilities, with a maximum towing capacity of 6,350kg and a payload capacity of 1,224kg, surpassing the performance of some current Ram light-duty models. The platform is designed for off-road enthusiasts, able to ford up to 24 inches of water and accommodate tyres up to 33 inches in diameter, with ground clearance ranging from 6.6 to 10.3 inches. Dual-motor all-wheel-drive configurations are supported, with the most powerful electric motors delivering 335hp, enabling some models to accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 4.4 seconds.

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Carlos Tavares, CEO Stellantis, Meletak Jawatan Secara Tiba-Tiba Setelah Ketegangan Kepimpinan

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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Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares Resigns Amid Mounting Challenges

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 Perkukuh Komitmen Terhadap Pasaran Malaysia Menerusi Hub Alat Ganti Serantau, Mula Beroperasi Pada 2025

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 Reinforces Commitment to Malaysia with New Regional Parts Hub, to be Operational in 2025

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 untuk Menguji Bateri Keadaan Pepejal Factorial dalam Dodge Charger Daytona menjelang 2026

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 to Test Factorial’s Solid-State Batteries in Dodge Charger Daytona by 2026

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 Melancarkan Pengedar Pelbagai Jenama Pertama dengan Allure Auto Old Klang Road

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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Next-Gen Fiat 500 To Arrive in 2032 Despite Sales Struggles

  • 19/12/2024
  • English, Global News
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis Memperkenalkan Platform STLA untuk SUV dan Trak Masa Depan

  • 03/12/2024
  • BM, Luar Negara
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis Unveils STLA Frame Platform for Future SUVs and Trucks

  • 03/12/2024
  • English, Global News
  • Timothy Prakash

Carlos Tavares, CEO Stellantis, Meletak Jawatan Secara Tiba-Tiba Setelah Ketegangan Kepimpinan

  • 02/12/2024
  • BM, Luar Negara
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares Resigns Amid Mounting Challenges

  • 02/12/2024
  • English, Global News
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis Perkukuh Komitmen Terhadap Pasaran Malaysia Menerusi Hub Alat Ganti Serantau, Mula Beroperasi Pada 2025

  • 29/10/2024
  • BM, Dalam Negara
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis Reinforces Commitment to Malaysia with New Regional Parts Hub, to be Operational in 2025

  • 29/10/2024
  • English, Local News
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis untuk Menguji Bateri Keadaan Pepejal Factorial dalam Dodge Charger Daytona menjelang 2026

  • 25/10/2024
  • BM, Luar Negara
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis to Test Factorial’s Solid-State Batteries in Dodge Charger Daytona by 2026

  • 25/10/2024
  • English, Global News
  • Timothy Prakash

Stellantis Malaysia Melancarkan Pengedar Pelbagai Jenama Pertama dengan Allure Auto Old Klang Road

  • 21/10/2024
  • BM, Dalam Negara
  • Timothy Prakash
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