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The $40,000 Truck is “Dead” – But Ram’s EV and Midsize Truck Are Still Coming, Says CEO

The $40,000 Truck is “Dead” – But Ram’s EV and Midsize Truck Are Still Coming, Says CEO

by | Jun 4, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

New vehicle prices are near record levels, especially in the full-size truck market. But don’t expect Ram to bring back the cut-rate Classic version of the big 1500 model. “The $40,000 truck is dead,” said CEO Tim Kuniskis during a background briefing on Tuesday. Kuniskis recently returned to Ram after a brief “retirement,” and said the brand will make 25 product-related announcements in the coming months, and that’s likely to include more on a new midsize pickup, as well as details on the rollout of both the EV and range-extender versions of its full-size Ram 1500. More from Headlight.News.

Antonio Filosa Named New Stellantis CEO

Antonio Filosa Named New Stellantis CEO

by | May 28, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Stellantis has a new CEO. After a nearly 6-month search, Antonio Filosa steps into the vacancy created by the unexpected resignation of Carlos Tavares last December. The 51-year-old Filosa faces some serious challenges, including weak sales by key brands Ram and Jeep. He may also face the question of whether to abandon some of the 14 Stellantis brands, such as Chrysler and Fiat. More from Headlight.News.

Antonio Filosa Named New Stellantis CEO

Stellantis’ U.S. Boss May Soon Be Running the Entire Company

by | May 9, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Nearly a half year after the unexpected resignation of Carlos Tavares, the founding chief executive of Stellantis, the Euro-American automaker has yet to name a replacement. But the search may be coming to an end, according to a new report which says Antonio Filosa, currently the head of Americas operations for Stellantis, has become the leading candidate.

Stellantis Electrifies 2026 Jeep Compass with EV, PHEV and Mild-Hybrid Options

Stellantis Electrifies 2026 Jeep Compass with EV, PHEV and Mild-Hybrid Options

by | May 6, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , ,

Jeep formally unveiled the next-generation Compass SUV and it will come with an unusually wide range of powertrain options including an EV, a plug-in hybrid, and a mild-hybrid package. The 2026 Jeep Compass will debut in Europe, then North America and other markets, making it the brand’s most international model.  More from Headlight.News.

Stellantis Suffers Another Revenue Slide – Joins Automakers Suspending Forecasts Due to Trump Tariffs

Stellantis Suffers Another Revenue Slide – Joins Automakers Suspending Forecasts Due to Trump Tariffs

by | Apr 30, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Stellantis reported Wednesday a 14% slide in revenues for the first quarter. The Euro-American automaker had previously forecast a turnaround later in the year but said during a webcast it was suspending future guidance in the face of Pres. Trump’s new auto tariffs. It joins GM and Mercedes in warning that sales and earnings could be at risk. More from Headlight.News.

Jeep Hits the Trail with Seven New Concepts for the Annual Moab Easter Safari

Jeep Hits the Trail with Seven New Concepts for the Annual Moab Easter Safari

by | Apr 11, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , ,

With spring finally here, serious SUV fans are getting ready to hit the trails. And Jeep is offering up some ways to have a bit more fun and adventure with seven new concepts for the 59th Annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. Here’s a look at the mix, ranging from retro to futuristic.

Automakers Make Major Strides in Preventing or Reducing Severity of Frontal Crashes

Automakers Make Major Strides in Preventing or Reducing Severity of Frontal Crashes

by | Feb 12, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Automakers are using new forward-collision avoidance technology to great effect, a new study reveals, with 22 of 30 vehicles tested earning kudos from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. But a number of products from Detroit manufacturers fell short, reports Headlight.News.