German Chancellor Angela Merkel visits Fiat. Despite the split in the Opel affair, the meeting took place at the Lingotto stand at the Frankfurt Motor Show, inaugurated today in the presence of Fiat Chairman John Elkann.
“It is an important recognition for our group and for the Italian industry”. This is how John Elkann commented on the chancellor's visit. “We are honored and proud – she continued – we had the opportunity to show you the concrete things that our group has done, particularly in terms of the environment and consumption. The fact that you came to see an Italian manufacturer on the day you gave a clear signal to Europe demonstrates your consistency ”.
When asked if the rift caused by the Opel affair was mended in this way, Elkann replied: "There have never been any clashes". He showed the Chancellor Elkann the new Panda, presented in world preview at the Motor Show and the new Twinair engine.
