Fiat confirms that 500 hatchback will abandon its EV-only sales approach and will come with gasoline engines in an attempt to broaden its sales reach.
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Stellantis Faces New Threat as Workers at Key Stamping Plant Vote to OK Strike
Months after settling a crippling strike at its North American automotive operations, Stellantis faces the threat of another walkout, workers at a critical stamping plant in suburban Detroit giving union leaders the okay to shut down the facility if no agreement can be reached over health and safety issues. A walkout would also shutter key Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram assembly lines.
Plagued by Thefts, High Costs, Free2move Car-Sharing Service All But Shuts Down
Stellantis has all but completely abandoned its Free2move ride-sharing service due to a variety of problems including thefts, damage and high operating costs. Free2move continues operating only in Washington, D.C. and could close its U.S. operations entirely.
Stellantis Misses Mark with Q1 Earnings Results
Stellantis fell short of analysts’ expectations, posting a 12% decline in first quarter revenue largely due to sluggish sales in Europe. However, the company expects a big rebound in the second half of the year. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Could the Next Ram TRX go All-Electric?
The Ram brand launched the latest version of the full-size 1500 pickup today, the Ram 1500 RHO delivering a mix of dragstrip performance and extreme off-road capabilities. But it’s not a replacement for the even more formidable Ram TRX, officials stressed. We’ll have to wait a few years for that ultimate version of the Ram 1500. But when it does arrive it could deliver an electrifying surprise, reports Headlight.News.
Alfa Romeo 4C Rises Again With Abarth 1300 OT, Production Limited To Five Units
Stellantis Heritage celebrates 75 years of Abarth tradition with the wild Abarth 1300 OT. The latest iteration of the OT uses the axed Alfa Romeo 4C as a base to help produce an unforgettable tribute to Fiat’s performance sub-brand.
Hybrids, EVs Helped Prop Up March Sales – Except for Tesla
It’s become something of conventional wisdom that the EV market is slowing down. And there’s no question that, on a percentage basis, the growth rate for battery-electric vehicles has slowed over the last 12 months. But the market does continue to grow, Kia’s EV sales jumping 151% in March. Ironically, it was the 800-pound gorilla of the battery-electric market, Tesla, where sales fell well short of expectations.
Whether U.S., France or Brazil, Motorists Wary of “New Mobility Solutions”
The quest for better future mobility still faces hurdles as a new survey reveals that 1 in 4 global citizens are not ready to embrace eco-friendly transportation choices while challenges still remain for certain parts of the globe.
Jeep Wagoneer S Spotted Testing On Public Roads
Jeep’s upcoming all-electric SUV moves from sketches to reality with our first sighting of the Wagoneer S on public roads. SUV’s appearance indicates that Wagoneer S has hit key milestone in development. Get details at Headlight.News.
Jeep Blazes Trail To Moab With 2024 Easter Jeep Safari Concepts
Jeep builds on heritage, colors, and style with 2024 Easter Jeep Safari concepts. Check them out at Headlight.News.
Stellantis Recalls 285,000 Cars Due To Faulty Airbags
Stellantis is recalling nearly 285,000 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 models due to faulty airbags that can explode and throw shrapnel.
EPA Expected to Give Automakers a Break on Emissions and Mileage Standards
The Biden administration is expected to roll back new rules governing vehicle emission and mileage standards, a move that should prove particularly helpful for Detroit automakers who are heavily dependent upon large, fuel-hungry models like the Ford F-150 and Chevrolet Suburban. But the changes likely also will benefit some Japanese manufacturers, including Toyota and Honda, that have been reluctant to invest heavily on EV technology.