Renault and Thales launch 4Troop, a hybrid tactical vehicle for armed forces with drones, AI, secure communications and mobile command center functions
Stellantis rules out production capacity cuts in Italy. Cappellano confirms the Italy Plan, new models for Pomigliano, Melfi, and Atessa, and cautions Mirafiori.
European car registrations grew 7% in April. Stellantis's sales and stock market performance are rising, while the push for electric vehicles, the rise of Chinese manufacturers, and the risk of new fines for CO2 emissions threaten to weigh on the...
The Ferrari Luce, Maranello's first electric car, was unveiled at Calatrava's Vela. It features four motors, a 530 km range, a LoveFrom design, and a €550 price tag, marking the Prancing Horse's new era. Photos and videos.
Toyota will reduce overseas production by 83 vehicles by November due to the Middle East crisis and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: an impact of 3,6 billion euros.
The government has approved the €1,34 billion Automotive Prime Ministerial Decree: funds for investment, research, innovation, sustainable mobility, and the revitalization of the Italian automotive industry.
With the Stellantis FaSTLAne 2030 plan, Alfa Romeo becomes a regional brand, focuses on a new electrified C-SUV and leaves the future of Giulia and Stelvio open
The group led by Antonio Filosa is launching a five-year strategy that focuses on 60 new models, global platforms, cost reductions, and greater investment discipline. In Europe, capacity is reduced by over 800 units, with the focus now on North America.
Prices, operating costs, and technological uncertainty are squeezing demand. The Compass Observatory paints a picture of a sector that remains central to Italians, but is increasingly selective. Credit remains crucial, while Buy Now Pay Later is gaining ground in consumer spending.
The Stellantis plant in Cassino is operating intermittently and is looking ahead to the Investor Day on May 21st: in the background, Dongfeng, Leapmotor, and the automotive supply chain crisis in Italy.
Stellantis strengthens its alliance with Leapmotor: Opel is preparing an electric C-SUV by 2028, designed in Germany and possibly produced in Zaragoza.
Toyota closes 2025-2026 with record revenues and growing sales, but operating profit falls 21,5%. U.S. tariffs, costs, and weak guidance weigh on the company.
Nissan is accelerating its Re:Nissan plan and cutting 900 jobs in Europe. In Sunderland, production lines are being reduced from two to one, while Barcelona faces further logistical bottlenecks.
Stellantis is considering the sale or co-management of several European plants, including Cassino, Rennes, and Madrid. Chinese manufacturers are increasingly interested in the project.
The Ferrari Luce is heating up anticipation ahead of its debut in Rome on May 25. According to Bloomberg, the price will start at €550 for the first electric Ferrari.
Stellantis closed the first quarter of 2026 with global deliveries up 12% to 1,361 million units. Europe and North America led the way, with the stock rising more than 3% on the stock market.
Volkswagen is discontinuing ID.4 production in Chattanooga, U.S., following declining sales and a slowdown in the electric vehicle market. Gasoline SUVs are making way for more.
According to T&E, Europe can close the gap with China on electric cars by 2030. In 2025, 8 million vehicles saved 46 million barrels of oil.
Volkswagen is negotiating with Rafael to convert its Osnabrück plant to an Iron Dome missile defense system. The goal is to save 2.300 jobs in a rapidly growing European sector.
EU car registrations up 1,4% in February 2026, but down in the past two months. Electric and hybrid vehicles dominate, while gasoline and diesel vehicles plummet. Stellantis accelerates with Fiat, BYD advances, and Tesla recovers.
Lamborghini closes 2025 with record revenues and peak deliveries, but margins are declining due to US tariffs and exchange rates. The electric model has been postponed, with the focus now on hybrid models, but the Middle East remains an unknown factor for 2026.
Stellantis is considering deals with Chinese groups Xiaomi and Xpeng to relaunch its European operations. Investments, access to factories, and possible stakes in brands like Maserati are on the table.
Stellantis closes 2025 with a loss of €22,3 billion and €25,4 billion in extraordinary expenses. The dividend is suspended, with a €22 billion major rescheduling. Signs of improvement in the second half. Guidance confirmed. Filosa: "2026 is the year of execution."
Aston Martin closed 2025 with a loss of £493 million (+52%), revenues down 21%, and debt rising. Aston Martin announced a 20% job cut and the sale of its naming rights to AMR GP.
According to T&E, increasing the electrification of EU company fleets to 69% by 2030 could generate up to 2 million more electric cars, strengthening the industry and the second-hand market.
Mercedes closes 2025 with profits halved to €5,3 billion and declining margins, its stock price down in Frankfurt. Nissan forecasts a €3,6 billion loss but improves operating profit. All the numbers and 2026 guidance.
The stock market crash on Friday, February 6th, and the €22 billion in costs are no accident. In his analysis for ItalyPost, Bentivogli reconstructs industrial errors, a poorly managed transition, and a loss of production capacity. Electricity is an excuse, not the…
Toyota is changing leadership: effective April 1, 2026, Kenta Kon, the group's current chief financial officer, will become CEO, replacing Koji Sato, who is stepping down after three years and will become vice president and chief industry officer. This move is based on financial strength...
On January 31, 1997, the Toyota Corolla became the best-selling car of all time, surpassing the Volkswagen Beetle. Today, it has surpassed the 50 million mark and is the best-selling automobile in history. And it continues to…
In Italy, car rental accounts for over 30% of registrations. In 2025, more than 500 customers will choose the "all-inclusive" option: numbers, advantages, limitations, and future market prospects.
Toyota consolidates its global lead in car sales by 2025, overtaking Volkswagen. China and tariffs weigh on the German group, while electric vehicles are growing. Audi is also struggling. The Japanese manufacturer relaunches with a takeover bid for Toyota Industries.
From city cars to SUVs to the electric Ferrari: all the most anticipated models of 2026, prices, technologies and the challenge between electric and hybrid in the car market.
Stellantis' Italian production will decline to 379.706 vehicles in 2025 (-20,1%). Cars are down 24,5%, while Mirafiori is the only plant bucking the trend thanks to the hybrid 500. FIM-CISL: Investments and a new, anticipated industrial plan are needed.
Brussels revises the Green Deal for cars: a 90% reduction in CO02 emissions by 2035, green light for hybrids, range extenders, and supercredits. What changes will this have for the European industry and market?
The Tesla Model 3 Standard debuts in Europe with a record price of €36.990 (€34.015 with a bonus). A more basic version, a 534 km range, and a reorganized range: this is Tesla's attempt to recapture a shrinking and under-supplied European market.
Tariffs imposed by the United States are hitting all major Japanese automakers: aggregate profits down 27%, Nissan is sinking and even Toyota is under pressure in North America.
The European car market rebounds with a 10% increase in registrations in September. Electric vehicles account for 16% of the market, while Stellantis enjoys double-digit growth thanks to Citroën and Fiat. Tesla continues to decline sharply, while BYD soars. Filosa: "The real problem isn't…
Toyota updates its global sales record: +4,7% in the first six months of fiscal 2026. Hybrid sales boom in the US and China, but tariffs are curbing margins.
Mark Carney's government cuts customs benefits for auto giants after they relocate production to the U.S. Ottawa accuses them of violating their legal obligations.
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa confirms 400 new hires at Mirafiori for production of the Fiat 500 hybrid and calls for a review of EU rules on ecological transition. Unions welcome the announcement as a sign of confidence, but are demanding...
Von der Leyen announces: "Sixty Italian mayors ready for testing." From Milan to Turin, passing through Genoa and Latronico, the European race for smart mobility begins, and Italy is leading the way in testing.
Stellantis' stock market plunges after Moody's downgrades its outlook. Filosa postpones its business plan and recalls former FCA managers, amid discontent in Paris.
Under pressure from the most severe industrial crisis since the 1990s, Friedrich Merz's Germany is preparing a counteroffensive in Brussels on the ban on internal combustion engines scheduled for 2035. Berlin and Rome are calling for a more flexible transition, focusing on…
The Munich-based carmaker has cut its 2025 forecasts and lost more than 9% on the stock market. The decline in sales in China, the failure to reduce tariffs between the US and the EU, and postponed tax refunds are weighing on the company. The profit warning…
Stellantis is preparing a massive $10 billion investment in the United States to relaunch Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler. Antonio Filosa's plan marks a return to America and sends the stock up on the Milan Stock Exchange (+2,6%).
Bosch announces a new layoff plan, with over 10 jobs at risk, following the 9 already cut in Germany. Margins under pressure, global competition, and weak growth are putting the auto parts giant under pressure.
New government incentives for electric cars begin October 15, but manufacturers have already anticipated them with massive discounts. The Fiat 500 is priced at €9.950, the Leapmotor T03 at €4.900, and the Dacia Spring at €3.900: electric vehicles are becoming more competitive than…
New electric car incentives begin October 15, 2025: up to €11 for families and €20 for microbusinesses. Here's how the Ecobonus works, who can apply, and other transportation and environmental benefits.
A T&E study reveals that plug-in hybrid cars (PHEVs) emit an average of 139 g of CO2/km, nearly five times the 28 g declared in official tests. Brussels under pressure from auto lobbyists.
The 2025 Renault Clio debuts at the Monaco Motor Show: a refreshed design, a high-tech interior with integrated Google, hybrid engines up to 160 hp, and prices starting from around €20.000.
Stellantis begins production of the Grande Panda in Algeria with a CKD system and launches a new gasoline-powered version starting at €14.950. The stock price gains following the US-Japan deal.
Toyota chooses the Czech Republic for its first European electric model: €680 million investment, new battery plant in Kolín, 245 jobs and estimated benefits of €250 million.
Renault's new CEO, François Provost, is rethinking the organization, appointing new managers with the goal of faster innovation and growth in foreign markets. Here's the Chief Growth Officer as Dacia's leadership changes.
In Osasco, São Paulo, Stellantis inaugurates the first plant in South America for the recycling and reuse of end-of-life vehicles. A 13 million reais investment will dismantle up to 8.000 vehicles per year and create 150...
The global automotive sector is sinking under the weight of Trump's tariffs: margins are slashed, investments are postponed, and supply chains need to be rethought. And while compromises are being sought with Japan and Europe, stock markets are now toasting the first signs of improvement.
Record sales, but plummeting margins. Trump imposes, Tokyo attempts to negotiate. And the auto war is playing out on the edge of tariffs.
In the first half of 2025, Mercedes and Porsche saw profits and revenues collapse, Aston Martin cut its estimates, and only Lamborghini remained stable. US and Chinese tariffs, and the electricity crisis are putting European luxury giants in difficulty.
Effective October 1, 2025, Gilles Vidal will lead design for Stellantis' European brands. He succeeds Jean-Pierre Ploué and brings with him 30 years of experience at PSA and Renault.
Volkswagen saw net profit fall 2025% in the first half of 38,5 and cut its full-year forecast. Revenue remained stable, with deliveries slightly up. US tariffs, restructuring, and global challenges weighed heavily. The stock price reacted.
Europe closed mixed after a late improvement with Wall Street. Piazza Affari, cautiously rising, is the best performer, while NewPrinces collapses - Follow the LIVE coverage.
Renault posted a 2025% increase in global sales in the first half of 1,3, driven by the Clio and hybrids. Commercial vehicles are slumping, but the stock is gaining on the stock market thanks to solid financial statements and the U.S.-Japan tariff agreement.
Stellantis surprisingly released preliminary results for the first half of 2025: extraordinary expenses of €3,3 billion, global deliveries down 6%, and a €300 million impact from US tariffs. Signs of recovery are expected in the second half of the year. Share price falls…
Presented in the city from which it takes its name, the new Ferrari Amalfi is the 2+ berlinetta that replaces the Roma. 8 HP V640, sculpted design, hi-tech interior and price from 240.000 euros. Coming in 2026 in Europe
Renault changes accounting method on Nissan share: loss of 9,5 billion in 2025, but no effect on cash and dividends. The alliance remains solid
After smartphones, Xiaomi aims to conquer the electric car. With a look inspired by the Ferrari Purosangue and cutting-edge technology, the YU7 tries to steal the scepter from the Tesla Model Y. Here are the features and prices
According to rumors reported by Reuters, the parent company is considering selling the Trident brand. But Stellantis denies it: "With respect, Maserati is not for sale"
Renewal of the Specific Collective Labor Agreement signed in Turin for over 60 thousand employees of Stellantis, Ferrari, Cnh and Iveco: salary increases, bonuses and new merit commissions expected
Mercedes, together with BMW and Volkswagen, proposes a tariff-free trade with the US: a European car for every American. A way to circumvent Trump's duties on the automotive sector
Volkswagen launches voluntary exit of 20 workers in Germany by 2030, part of broader plan for 35.000 cuts. No forced layoffs, but incentives of up to 400.000 euros
Growing sales and increasingly competitive models: the advance of Chinese cars in Italy is constant. Market share at 6% but increasing. Here are the best models of 2025 under 30.000 euros, from MG to BYD, Leapmotor and…
Squeezed by 5,6 billion in maturing debt and plummeting profits, Nissan launches an extraordinary plan to save itself: a mega loan with the United Kingdom, a 20.000-job cut, the sale of its historic headquarters and a farewell to historic alliances. The…
In April 2025, the EU car market grows by 1,3%. Hybrid and electric vehicles rise, Tesla collapses. Stellantis, Volkswagen and Renault defend themselves
The Japanese auto giant is already paying dearly for the new duties imposed by the United States: operating profit down by 180 billion yen between April and May. And the outlook is worsening
General session up for the Old Continent's stock markets. In Milan banks are the protagonists, Generali does well after the meeting. Pirelli runs, Campari down. Wall Street contrasted - Follow the LIVE
Trump's new about-face: a temporary suspension of auto tariffs is hypothesized to encourage reshoring in the US. Stocks rally, led by Stellantis, but the industry remains concerned. Elkann at the shareholders' meeting: "American and European auto industry at risk, 2024 a disappointing year also…
The 25% tariff on cars imported into the United States is now effective. Despite concerns, the car market is trying to hold on and contain losses. Uncertainties about the future remain high, but the initial impact is not catastrophic. The…
Car registrations in Italy show a 6,2% growth in March but the first quarter is down 1,6%. Electric car sales accelerate, hybrid dominates. Stellantis holds but suffers a 9,8% decline in the first quarter.…
John Elkann met Donald Trump at the White House: tariffs on vehicle imports confirmed, but open to emissions deregulation. What future for Stellantis in the American market
General Motors and Hyundai are nearing a strategic deal to trade electric pickups and vans in North America. A collaboration that could extend to batteries, chips and manufacturing. What does it mean?
The European Commission has launched an investigation into alleged Chinese subsidies to the Hungarian BYD factory. If unfair state aid is confirmed, Brussels could impose corrective measures. Here's why
"Italy remains central to Stellantis' strategy, 2004 million vehicles produced since 16,7." Elkann confirms the Italy Plan already announced in December but reiterates the difficulties for 2025, "a difficult year". An appeal for the future of electric: "For…
The Chinese company launches ultra-fast charging: with the 1.000 kW Super e-Platform, just 5 minutes are enough for 400 km of autonomy. An open challenge to Tesla and Mercedes in the EV sector. Boom in the stock
BMW posts sharp 2024% decline in profits in 36,9, cuts dividend, but grows electric vehicle sales. Mixed forecast for 2025 due to tariffs and global trade tensions. Stock price drops
Nissan announces leadership change: Makoto Uchida steps down as CEO, replaced by Ivan Espinosa. The decision comes after a period of financial difficulty and the failure of merger talks with Honda. For Espinosa, a task…
Volkswagen closes 2024 with a net profit down 30,6% to 12,4 billion euros. Sales down, operating margin down to 5,9%, but the stock rises on the stock exchange
The Commission's plan to relaunch the automotive sector includes a halt to emissions fines, with a deadline extended to 3 years, but confirms the goal of eliminating combustion engines by 2035. There is also openness to the use of…
In two months, the stock has lost 40% on the stock market, falling below a trillion in capitalization. Weighing on the car manufacturer are the decline in sales and the controversial choices of Elon Musk, while protests against…
Japanese automakers seek protection from possible US tariffs, fearing an impact on the industry and related industries. The government is preparing to negotiate with Washington to protect the sector and the national economy
After the failure with Honda, Nissan is "desperately" seeking strategic alliances to recover and so a group of Japanese officials are trying to ask Elon Musk for help. Meanwhile, Foxconn, KKR and a possible return to Honda remain options on the table
The Honda-Nissan merger will not happen. Weighing on the deal are differences in governance and financial difficulties of the Yokohama company. Honda will continue with independent strategies while Nissan returns to the search for new partners, with Foxconn returning to…
Stellantis and Mistral AI expand their collaboration to integrate artificial intelligence into design, production and customer interaction. Among the innovations, an intelligent on-board assistant and advanced AI solutions to improve quality and efficiency
Fujifilm to invest approximately €25 million to expand its Zwijndrecht site in Belgium, increasing production of semiconductor materials for automotive, 5G and artificial intelligence. The new facilities will start operating in 2026
The merger between Honda and Nissan, intended to create the world's third-largest automotive group, is at risk of falling through. Nissan's financial difficulties, disagreements over its governance model and uncertainties about future strategies are putting the deal at risk. Decision…
The struggling Stuttgart-based company is trying to shake things up by changing its top management: CFO Meschke and sales director von Platen are out. Internal tensions and a decline in financial performance, especially in the electric segment, are pushing the company to look for a new strategy…
The Joint Venture, created in 2018 with Punch Powertrain, produces eDCT gearboxes. The operation, which concerns the Metz and Mirafiori plants, is part of the group's electrification plan. Meanwhile, the Grande Panda was presented yesterday, Francois: "Fiat…
In 2025, the European car market could change course: falling prices, discounts and promotions to encourage sales, especially for electric cars
Stellantis closes the fourth quarter of 2024 with deliveries down 9% compared to 2023. North America in difficulty (-28%), but Europe and the "third engine" compensate thanks to new models and market strategies
Despite a global record of 17,1 million electric vehicles sold in 2024, the market has seen strong regional differences between China, Europe and North America. Incentive and tariff policies are strongly influencing sales, with a future…
At the Brussels Motor Show, Stellantis presents the Fiat Grande Panda hybrid, which anticipates the launch of the electric version. A change of strategy to relaunch the Fiat brand. Already available on the market in Belgium, orders in Italy will open…
2025 marks the challenge between BYD and Tesla in the electric car market, with the Chinese giant closing the gap in 2024. While Europe struggles with stringent regulations and stagnant demand, China accelerates towards…
