Stellantis fights California emissions rules, cites "competitive disadvantages"
Stellantis is petitioning against strict emissions standards adopted by California and 13 other states, claiming they give other automakers competitive advantages.
DriveNews.co.uk: Your Ultimate Hub for Comprehensive Automotive News and Insights! We bring you the latest reports, stories, and updates from the world of cars, covering everything from vehicle launches to driving tips. Stay with DriveNews.co.uk to stay revved up about the automotive world 24/7
Stellantis is petitioning against strict emissions standards adopted by California and 13 other states, claiming they give other automakers competitive advantages.
Giant automotive group Stellantis has partnered with Ample to establish EV charging tech to provide motorists with a fully charged battery in just five minutes.
Stellantis is partnering with California-based startup Ample on EV battery swapping, potentially allowing EVs to swap depleted battery packs for fully charged ones in just a few minutes.
WASHINGTON — Chrysler parent Stellantis said on Thursday it will temporarily cut one shift at its Detroit assembly plant that builds Jeep sport utility vehicles, citing California emissions regulations.
Stellantis is Europe’s second biggest automaker and has leveraged India as a key export hub for internal combustion engine parts. The brand sees the base playing a critical role for exports of EVs. Speaking at our sister publication Autocar Professional’s India EV Conclave in Chennai in partnership with the Tamil Nadu government, Aditya Jairaj, deputy MD of Stellantis India said, “Export is going to be a very significant strategy when looking at building volumes,” and added that deep localisation will help power this plan.
Stellantis has reached a deal with the United Auto Workers (UAW) union, ending strike action and extinguishing a burning hole in the company’s wallet.
In a stunning about-face, Stellantis, one of the most vocal critics of Chinese electric car makers and European trade policy, is buying into one, Leapmotor, and helping it export cars to Europe.
Stellantis has been busily rolling out electric versions of its vans but it isn’t stopping there, with plans to allow owners of existing combustion-powered vans to convert them to electric power.