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Focus on Stellantis

Stellantis’s complete product lineup includes the brands Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall.

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Analysis: Why GM could suffer under Trump policies to ‘save’ Detroit automakers

GM faces dual threats from Trump’s EV subsidy cuts and tariffs, as regulatory shifts challenge its electrification strategy.

FILE PHOTO: A view shows the logo of Stellantis at the entrance of the company's factory in Hordain, France, July 7, 2021. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol/File Photo
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US proposes $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis, Samsung SDI battery joint venture

The U.S. Energy Department plans a $7.54 billion loan to Stellantis and Samsung SDI for two EV battery plants in Indiana.

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Seeking higher margins, Stellantis CEO Tavares lost some core customers

Stellantis faces rising prices and shrinking market share in Europe, where inflation-hit buyers seek affordable alternatives.

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Trump’s tariffs could cost carmakers up to 17% of combined core profits, S&P says

Analysts and experts fear the tariffs could be more damaging for European car makers.

FILE PHOTO: Workers install a flag with the logo of Stellantis at the main entrance of FCA Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy, January 18, 2021. REUTERS/Massimo Pinca/File Photo
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Stellantis to halt production in Turin in December due to weak demand for Fiat 500 EV

Stellantis to halt Mirafiori plant in Turin from Dec. 2-Jan. 5 due to weak sales of EVs, including Fiat 500e.

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UK minister warns of ‘challenges’ for car makers on top of Luton plant closure

The minister said carmakers face global challenges transitioning to EVs, as UK's ZEV mandates and plant closures intensify.

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Business Secretary to face MPs amid concerns over electric vehicle mandate

The Business Secretary told carmakers he was “profoundly concerned” about policies phasing out petrol and diesel cars by 2030.

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Analysis: GM and other US automakers would take big hit from Trump tariffs

Trump's proposed 25 per cent import tax on Mexico and Canada could hurt U.S. automakers, raise vehicle prices, and harm consumers.

FILE PHOTO: An employee leaves the Volkswagen's Mexico factory in Puebla, Mexico August 31, 2022. REUTERS/Imelda Medina/File Photo
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Analysis: How Trump’s Mexico tariffs could hurt Europe’s auto industry

Trump's proposed tariffs on Mexico could harm European carmakers like Volkswagen and Stellantis more than EU-specific tariffs.

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