# stellantis

Leapmotor launches B10 EREV SUV in Mexico at $32,895.
Vehicle features 18.8 kWh battery and 1.5L range extender.
Stellantis owns 51% of Leapmotor and provides dealer network.
B10 underwent year-long testing at Stellantis Mexico engineering center.

DT Editorial Team·Jul 11, 2026·via cleantechnica.com

Ram revives TRX with 777 horsepower and six-figure pricing

Ram reopened orders for the 2027 Ram 1500 TRX at a base price of $102,790 including destination.
The revived truck uses a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 rated at 777 horsepower and 680 lb-ft of torque.
Ram says the TRX can reach 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 118 mph.
A limited-run Bloodshot Night Edition adds appearance upgrades and costs an additional $9,995.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 23, 2026·via thedrive.com

Carvana Quietly Bought Several Stellantis Dealerships And Now Sells New Cars Too - Jalopnik

Carvana Pushes Into New-Car Sales With Stellantis Dealers

Carvana has acquired seven Stellantis-branded dealerships, according to the source report.
A Casa Grande, Arizona, store reportedly sold more than 700 new vehicles in the last month.
The expansion suggests Carvana is adapting its digital retail model to franchised new-car sales.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 19, 2026·via jalopnik.com

The Dodge Charger Daytona test vehicle is the first production car on North America’s roads powered by a solid-state battery

Innovation

Stellantis and Factorial put solid-state EV batteries on U.S. roads

A Dodge Charger test vehicle has begun U.S. road testing with a solid-state battery.
The companies previously claimed high energy density and fast charging.
Real-world testing is a key step beyond laboratory battery milestones.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 15, 2026·via newatlas.com

Stellantis narrows its EV plan for low-cost city cars

Stellantis will drop its multi-energy strategy for the upcoming E-Car line.
The small EV range is scheduled to launch in 2028.
The company is targeting a price of roughly 15,000 euros.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 15, 2026·via autonews.com

Jeep Warns Wrangler, Gladiator Owners Not to Park Inside Due to Fire Risk: TDS

Jeep Recalls 1 Million Wranglers and Gladiators Over Fire Risk; Warns Owners to Park Outside

Stellantis recalls 1.08 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators in the U.S. due to fire risk from power steering pump wiring.
The defect can cause overheating and fire even when the vehicle is off.
Owners are advised to park outdoors away from structures until a fix is available by July 2026.
No injuries reported; recall includes 2021-2025 model years.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 10, 2026·via thedrive.com

Daily 5 report for June 8: Serial Stellantis merger survivor Ralph Gilles leads interior design renaissance

Ralph Gilles Transforms Stellantis Interiors from Weakness to Strength

Ralph Gilles turned Chrysler's interior weakness into a Stellantis strength.
He survived multiple mergers while maintaining design vision.
Interior design changes reduced costs and attracted younger buyers.

DT Editorial Team·Jun 9, 2026·via autonews.com

Stellantis ‘closer’ to solution for idled Brampton plant, says Canada CEO Trevor Longley

Stellantis Signals Progress on Brampton as North American Product Plans Take Shape

Trevor Longley said Stellantis is getting closer to a sustainable Brampton solution.
A new five-year North American plan includes 11 future models.
The plant’s future depends on securing a credible product assignment.

DT Editorial Team·May 29, 2026·via autonews.com

Dodge’s New Copperhead SRT Might Not Have a V8, and It's Not Based on the Charger

Dodge’s Copperhead points to a new Stellantis performance playbook

Tim Kuniskis said the Copperhead is not based on Charger hard points.
The Charger’s multi-energy floor packaging was described as a limiting factor.
Stellantis appears to be using global platforms to make halo cars economically viable.

DT Editorial Team·May 28, 2026·via thedrive.com

Stellantis’ $70 billion plan will transform U.S. showrooms with aggressive product rollout

Stellantis Maps a $70 Billion Push to Remake Its U.S. Showrooms

Stellantis says its five-year plan totals $70 billion.
The company will direct $25 billion to North American products and brands.
Dealers are expected to see 11 new vehicles by 2030.

DT Editorial Team·May 25, 2026·via autonews.com

Aging Dodge Durango thrives as capable, powerful family hauler

Dodge Durango Keeps Winning Buyers Long After Its Last Redesign

The Dodge Durango has not been redesigned since 2010.
It recorded its best US sales in two decades last year.
Dodge is still using performance branding and customization to keep the SUV relevant.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 24, 2026·via autonews.com

Stellantis to focus investment on Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, Fiat brands, report says

Stellantis Reportedly Narrows Its Turnaround to Four Core Brands

Stellantis is reportedly concentrating investment on four core brands: Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat.
The move would push other brands toward more regional roles.
The strategy suggests tighter capital allocation and a simpler internal brand hierarchy.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 24, 2026·via autonews.com

Peugeot cars are seen parked outside the Stellantis multinational car manufacturer's plant in Poissy, west of Paris, on April 15, 2026. Automaker Stellantis will cease automobile production at its historic Poissy plant (Yvelines) after 2028. The site will be converted into a parts manufacturing and vehicle dismantling center, retaining 1,000 of the current 2,000 jobs, the group announced on April 16, 2026.

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Microsoft and Stellantis Bet AI Can Improve the Modern Car Ownership Experience

Stellantis and Microsoft have started a five-year partnership
The companies say they will use AI to improve digital services, cybersecurity, and engineering
The move reflects the growing importance of software and cloud infrastructure in car ownership

DT Editorial Team·Apr 17, 2026·via arstechnica.com

Jeep Recon EV Delay Deepens After Mystery Sales Appeared Before Launch

Jeep Recon EV production is reportedly delayed until mid-2026.
Jeep previously reported 56 Recon EV sales before the vehicle officially launched.
The case raises questions about how automakers classify and report new-model sales.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 10, 2026·via jalopnik.com

Simply Grand: Jeep’s new Wagoneer strategy aims for less confusion, more sales

Jeep Simplifies the Grand Wagoneer Pitch After a Weak Year

Jeep is simplifying the Grand Wagoneer lineup after a poor segment finish in 2025.
The revised strategy removes naming complexity and narrows the buyer decision path.
The change is designed to support both showroom clarity and sales recovery.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 6, 2026·via autonews.com

Stellantis wants to build Chinese Leapmotor EVs at its idled Canadian plant

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Stellantis Weighs Building Leapmotor EVs at an Idled Canadian Plant

Stellantis is reportedly exploring Leapmotor EV assembly in Brampton.
The plant had previously been tied to Jeep Compass EV retooling plans.
The talks highlight shifting EV manufacturing strategies and cross-border partnerships.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 3, 2026·via electrek.co

Jeep May Adapt Planetary Hybrid Powertrain for Off-Road Vehicles

A Stellantis patent describes adapting the Chrysler Pacifica's planetary gear hybrid system for Jeep's off-road vehicles
Electric motors' instant torque at zero RPM already proves advantageous for off-road use, as seen in the Wrangler 4xe
A power-split hybrid could allow Jeep to offer excellent daily efficiency while preserving full off-road capability in remote areas

DT Editorial Team·Mar 14, 2026·4 min read·via greencarreports.com

Stellantis weighs deals with Chinese automakers to shore up Europe

Stellantis Eyes Chinese Partners to Rescue European Ops

Stellantis in talks with Xiaomi and Xpeng about investing in European operations
Chinese companies could gain access to factories and distribution while providing EV technology
Discussions include possible stakes in Maserati as Stellantis focuses $13B on Americas

DT Editorial Team·Mar 12, 2026·4 min read·via autonews.com

Spy Shots: Can a Facelifted Gran Turismo and Gran Cabrio Turn Sinking Maserati Sales?

Spy Shots Reveal Maserati GT and GC Facelift Plans

Camouflaged prototypes show revised front and rear designs for both models
Maserati sales have declined sharply, putting pressure on the facelift to perform
Electric GranTurismo Folgore may receive battery and range improvements
Facelift comes amid Stellantis restructuring questions about Maserati's future

DT Editorial Team·Mar 6, 2026·3 min read·via thedrive.com

Detroit Automakers Want To Bring Back Sedans. Will They Last This Time?

Detroit's Big Three Want to Bring Back Sedans — But History Says Buyer Beware

GM's Mark Reuss says he'd 'kill to have a hybrid-electric sedan' while Chrysler teases a sub-$30,000 compact
AutoPacific survey of 18,000 consumers found over one-third want sedans, especially midsize and large models
Asian automakers like Toyota, Honda, and Kia prove sedans remain profitable — Detroit just stopped competing
Detroit's previous sedan commitment after 2008 lasted only 5-6 years before SUV profits pulled them away
Rising vehicle prices averaging $48,000 are making affordable sedans strategically important again

DT Editorial Team·Feb 17, 2026·5 min read·via thedrive.com