Mercedes-Benz becomes a shareholder in ACC

Korean news outlet The Elec reports that according to its sources Samsung SDI is testing at least two versions of 4680 cylinder batteries which it started developing for Tesla. One of the variants follows the original specification announced by the brand. Another variant has a lower than 80 mm height - between 40 and 60 mm, while retaining the 46 mm diameter. The change in height is to make Samsung SDI's batteries...

1 June 2022

The Chrysler Airflow Concept originally debuted at the 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, but with the new Graphite, Chrysler offers a reimagined look at the brand’s journey to a fully electric future. The Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept features a new Galaxy Black exterior and Cyprus Copper interior and exterior accents to bring out a sleek, refined new personality for the Airflow Concept’s...

13 April 2022

Stellantis N.V. and LG Energy Solution (LGES) today announced they have executed binding, definitive agreements to establish the first large-scale, domestic, electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Canada. The joint venture company will produce leading edge lithium-ion battery cells and modules to meet a significant portion of Stellantis’ vehicle production requirements in North America. The joint venture...

24 March 2022

Together with its partners, Stellantis supports Automotive Cells Company’s (ACC) growth plans as it intends to transform Stellantis’ existing Termoli plant in Italy to a new battery facility and finalizes the agreement to add Mercedes-Benz as a new, equal partner with TotalEnergies/Saft and Stellantis. The partners have also committed to increasing ACC’s industrial capacity to at least 120GWh by 2030 and to scale up...

23 March 2022

During its Dare Forward 2030 presentation, Stellantis teased two of its upcoming BEVs. The first is the all-electric Jeep SUV. It will launch in early 2023. Moreover, Jeep will have an electrified vehicle in every segment by 2025 as part of the Stellantis strategy. The second vehicle is the new Ram 1500 BEV pickup truck which is scheduled for a 2024 launch.

2 March 2022

Stellantis has unveiled its Dare Forward 2030 - a strategic plan for the next decade that will help the brand reach carbon net-zero emissions by 2038, with a 50% reduction by 2030. Taking a leadership role in decarbonization, as well as a decisive step forward in the circular economy, is the brand's contribution to a sustainable future. As part of that leadership, Stellantis is setting the course for 100% of sales...

2 March 2022

At the Dutch competition, dedicated to company cars, the New Fiat 500 was named "Electric Car of 2022" in the midsize car category. In total, 36 brands and 67 models participated in the competition, which was judged by a jury consisting of representatives from Vereniging Zakelijke Rijders (VZR), the Dutch association of company car drivers, the companies Eneco and LeasePlan, as well as AutoWeek and Algemeen Dagblad...

18 February 2022

Stellantis announced the plan to increase its shareholding in GAC-Stellantis from 50% to 75%. The announcement is a key element of Stellantis' plan to set a new basis for its business in China. GAC Group and Stellantis have agreed to collaboratively complete the relevant formalities of the deal, which remains subject to the approval of the Chinese government. GAC-Stellantis is a joint venture formed between China...

27 January 2022

LG's newest premium in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system will be a central feature in the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS EV sedan, the Pillar to Pillar (P2P) display built into the MBUX Hyperscreen that stretches across the entire width of the dashboard. With its unique interior concept and revolutionary human-machine interface, the first luxury electric vehicle from Mercedes-Benz AG highlights the futuristic trends in...

13 January 2022

Technology powers Stellantis' global drive to deliver breakthrough technologies and customer-centric solutions that power the future of our 14 iconic brands. CES 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada, on January 5-8, 2022, offers visitors a look at key vehicles and advanced technologies from Stellantis' global portfolio, tangible waypoints on Stellantis’ journey to reimagine and transform the future of mobility for generations...

21 December 2021

On Monday, January 3rd, 2022 at 6.00 pm (CET), Mercedes-Benz will unveil the all-electric VISION EQXX in a digital world premiere on the Mercedes me media online platform. The software-defined research prototype is the most efficient vehicle the brand has ever built. It is a statement that underscores not only the innovative strength of Mercedes-Benz, but also its stated aim to "Lead in Electric" and "Lead in Car...

16 December 2021

Stellantis and Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group) announced the signing of a non-binding memorandum of understanding to create a partnership with the intent to design a family of purpose-built semiconductors to support Stellantis and third-party customers. This partnership was announced as part of the Stellantis Software Day 2021 event where the Company unveiled STLA Brain, the new electrical/electronic and software...

7 December 2021

Daimler AG's Supervisory Board, at its meeting on December 2, approved the Mercedes-Benz Business Plan for 2022 to 2026, endorsing the strategic plan for Mercedes-Benz to go fully electric. Following the Daimler Truck spin-off, Mercedes-Benz will consistently focus on profit and growth opportunities in the passenger car and vans businesses. The most valuable luxury brand in the world will strive for leadership in...

3 December 2021

Factorial Energy has entered into Joint Collaboration Agreements with both Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis, each of whom is also making a strategic investment in the company. Factorial’s technology offers a high level of operational safety and extends driving range by 20 to 50 percent, addressing two key factors to broad consumer adoption. Its drop-in compatibility with existing lithium-ion battery manufacturing...

1 December 2021