For much of the year, tensions have been rising between Stellantis and the Italian government over the automaker’s long-term commitments to the country. Now, just two weeks after the resignation of former CEO Carlos Tavares, Stellantis has put an end to those disputes by announcing a multi-million-dollar investment in Italian production and introducing a range of new models.
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Executives from Stellantis, including chairman John Elkann, met with Italian Industry Minister Adolfo Urso and trade union representatives earlier this week. During the discussions, Stellantis confirmed that all of its Italian plants will remain operational and pledged to invest €2 billion ($2.1 billion) into the local market next year.
New Alfa Romeo Models
The Cassino plant will be responsible for the production of 3 giant styles. Starting next year it will manufacture the next generation of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio and the replacement in 2026 for the Giulia sports sedan. Both styles are expected to be available in electric versions. Versions with hybrid features are also offered. Additionally, according to Reuters, an unspecified Alfa flagship style will be produced at the same site.
Lancia, Jeep, Fiat And DS
Stellantis announced that at least two compact models will be built at its Pomigliano D’Arco plant in southern Italy, utilizing the STLA Small platform starting in 2028. The existing Panda will continue production at this location until 2030, after which it will be succeeded by a next-generation model. From next year, the Melfi factory will produce battery-electric and hybrid versions of the Jeep Compass, Lancia Gamma fastback, and DS 7, followed by the all-electric DS 8.
At the Mirafiori site, Stellantis plans to begin building a hybrid version of the 500 in late 2025 and has committed to producing the city car there until 2032 or 2033. The site will also see an increase in the production of electrified dual-clutch transmissions, rising from 600,000 to 900,000 units annually. Meanwhile, Stellantis’ European boss Jean-Philippe Imparato announced that Maserati’s plant in Modena will become the group’s new hub for high-end vehicles.
Stellantis also remains busy with its Atessa factory, where electric vans will continue to be deployed, adding a next-generation edition in 2027.
Additionally, Imparato also assured government officials that the organization’s Turin facilities will continue to space the headquarters of its Fiat brands and that Stellantis’ tax base will remain in the Netherlands. He added that the organization will not want any public investment for the planned investments.