Vince Bond Jr. Acura, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi Vince Bond Jr. covers Fiat Chrysler and marketing for Automotive News. [email protected] 313-446-1653 See All Staff Page Recent Stories Stellantis worker's idea leads to hazard alerts in 1.8M vehicles Stellantis has updated 1.8 million vehicles with a feature that warns drivers of approaching firetrucks, ambulances and road hazards. Stellantis designers use concepts as brand ‘manifestos’ Design chief Ralph Gilles said concepts help establish the company's direction as it enters the era of electric vehicles. Ram readies for EV shift, but costs are ‘elephant in the room' Stellantis executives at the New York International Auto Show talked about the need to fund the shift to EVs by boosting profitability, cutting costs and confronting sliding sales of today's combustion lineup. Ram targets 800-kilometre range on electric 1500 REV pickup Ram said the truck, due out in late 2024, will offer 654 hp, a 0-to-100 km/h time of 4.4 seconds and the ability to tow 6,350 kilograms Stellantis envisions new ways to generate profits from vehicle software Stellantis has a vision for making big money from vehicle software in the coming decade. But it will do so by offering added features that customers might want for a specific use. Jeep concepts exhibit electrification, bring luxury to Moab The 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari is showcasing eco-friendly powertrains and luxury with the brand's trademark ruggedness. 2023 Dodge SRT Challenger Demon 170 roars with 1,025 hp The latest Demon is Dodge's seventh and final 'Last Call' special-edition model as the brand prepares to end output of the gasoline-powered Challenger and Charger. Stellantis to invest US$155 million at Indiana plants for EV component production The plants will be upgraded to build new electric drive modules for EVs assembled in North America. Ram EV will be called 1500 REV The company calls the REV a "direct descendant" of the 1500 Revolution concept it showed last month at the CES expo in Las Vegas. Ram 1500 Revolution EV pickup concept includes 3rd row Extra seating in the rear of the electric Ram Revolution concept could alter expectations of what a pickup is capable of and push rivals to carve out more passenger space as well. Ram EV concept cabin lets passengers ‘stretch your body' The cabin of the 1500 Revolution BEV Concept is 4 inches longer than today's production truck for increased room and comfort, while the bed length remains the same. Tavares lays out bold tech vision for Stellantis At CES, Stellantis' CEO also warns of looming battles with China and says more assembly plants could be idled as the company battles recession and the costs of electrification. Ram EV pickup concept will follow you like a puppy and just about charge itself Stellantis brand's electric pickup won't be out until 2024, but it will pack some new features. At CES, Chrysler previews cockpit of the future The Stellantis brand will debut new cockpit technology, which the automaker says will learn driver preferences. All 14 Stellantis brands performing since merger, exec says "Everybody's got a fighting chance," North American COO Mark Stewart said of the brands brought together by combining FCA and PSA. Load More
Vince Bond Jr. Acura, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi Vince Bond Jr. covers Fiat Chrysler and marketing for Automotive News. [email protected] 313-446-1653 See All Staff Page