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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Stellantis Names New CEO, Taps 25-Year Veteran Antonio Filosa to Lead Revival
On May 28, Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:STLA) named a new CEO, Antonio Filosa. Filosa is the reigning Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the Americas and Chief Quality Officer. The appointment comes as the global automaker seeks to revitalize its operations amid challenging market conditions. Filosa is an industry veteran who brings more than 25 years of automotive industry experience to the role. The Board selected him following a thorough search process led by Executive Chairman John Elkann, and he will formally assume the position on June 23, 2025. The company said in a statement that Filosa is a pair of familiar hands that have shown their worth already. During his tenure, the incoming CEO established a strong track record in South America, where he elevated FIAT to market leadership. He also grew the Peugeot, Citroën, Ram, and Jeep brands. Particularly, his work establishing the Pernambuco plant launched Jeep in Brazil, which became the brand's leading market outside the United States. The leadership transition extends to other Stellantis brands, with Xavier Chardon recently appointed CEO of Citroën. Chardon's mission will be to build on Citroën's recent successes and accelerate the brand's transformation in a rapidly changing automotive landscape. Stellantis NV (NYSE:STLA) is a multinational automaker formed in 2021 through the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and the PSA Group. It designs, manufactures, and sells various vehicles and vehicle components. It produces everything from compact and family cars to SUVs, trucks, and luxury automobiles under well-known brands such as Fiat, Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Citroën, and Vauxhall, among others. While we acknowledge the potential of Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:STLA) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than STLA and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock. READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Telegraph
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Telegraph
DS 7 E-Tense review: this plug-in hybrid aims to restore comfort and joy to driving
It seemed like a great idea at the time. To go with my classic Citroën DS, why not try living with a modern DS, to see what common threads between the two – if any, given the modern version's relationship with the original could be viewed as somewhat tenuous – I could find? The trouble is, Audrey, my DS (Okay, to purists, it's not a fully-fledged DS, but rather a D Spécial) had other ideas. When the plan was made, she was due to emerge from a lengthy (and costly) period of repair and renovation. She did – for about a month – but then she broke again. So back into the garage she's gone. Which is why the picture above, intended to show the two cars together… well, doesn't. So instead, it's a rather more lonesome welcome for the DS 7 (no longer called Crossback, by the way, since a recent facelift). Our test car is a top-flight Opera, in plug-in hybrid form, with a potent combination of a 1.6-litre petrol turbo engine and two electric motors, capable of producing a not-inconsiderable 292bhp. As you'd expect from a marque with ambitions of being a serious player in the premium market, the standard specification is lavish – although not quite as fulsome as you might expect. There is a panoramic roof, electrically adjustable and heated massage front seats and 'watch-strap' leather upholstery. However the lack of a wireless phone charger shows the DS 7's age; there's no adaptive cruise control, either. I wouldn't have gone for the blacked-out chrome and matt-grey paintwork myself. It's a little bit nouveau riche for my tastes, while it also looks rather mournful on a dull day. Lux interior Inside, however, it's plush. There's a lot of quilted, diamond-stitched leather, not only on the seats but on the dashboard and the door trims. The BRM timepiece, which revolves out of the dashboard when you press the ignition, is chintzy, but does feel special (although its noisy motor takes the shine off the effect). The usual complaints about DS's over-heavy use of cheap-feeling switchgear from fellow Stellantis brands Peugeot and Citroën remain, however; the indicator stalks clack and the start-stop button feels plasticky. Then there are the door handles, which are made from silver metal-effect plastic, which really shows because their bezels are real metal. Not what you'd expect in a car costing almost £60,000. A couple of other niggles are immediately obvious, too; firstly, in the boot, where there's nowhere to store the plug-in cables, so DS issues them in a bag which takes up space. You can use Velcro to secure this to the floor – unless, of course, you've installed a dog-friendly boot liner to protect the carpet, in which case the bag slides around, much to the dog's chagrin. After some experimentation, I've managed to get the Velcro to grip the boot's carpeted side panels, keeping the cables out of the pooch's way, but this feels a bit Heath-Robinson. Annoyingly, there is an elasticated strap to secure items – but it's not large enough to hold the bag. Then there's the infotainment screen. The software it uses is a re-skin of Peugeot's but it's a system of which we aren't big fans. The main problems are the complicated menu structure and the laggy response, mainly caused by the juddering animations the system has been forced to produce as you switch screens and select options. It lacks the slickness of the systems you'd find in a genuinely premium rival. Much to like If it sounds like I'm down on the DS already, that's not entirely true. There are lots of things I like. The design, for one thing. There are some lovely details, too – just look at the diamond-like rear lights, or the daytime running lights at the front, which splay out over the bumpers before reconvening at the corner of the headlight. I also like the way the back seat area has been designed. This might sound odd, but when you spend large parts of your life buckling children into safety seats, it means a lot when you find a car that makes this operation easy. The DS's doors open wide, their apertures are large and the sizeable footwells and flat floor mean you can step one leg into the car easily, allowing you to position yourself in front of the seat rather than having to stoop over from the side. That's about the only thing I've found so far that can link it to my old DS. That, and the fact the new DS has ingenious suspension aimed at maximising comfort. The old car's hydropneumatic suspension was known for making some passengers queasy, so I'll be putting this car's commitment to comfort to the test over the coming miles for an update on whether it's a worthy successor to the famed classic. The facts On test: Citroën DS 7 Opera 1.6 E-Tense 300 4x4 Body style: five-door SUV On sale: now How much? £57,020 on the road (as tested £59,845; range from £38,810) How fast? 140mph, 0-62mph in 5.9sec How economical? 223mpg (WLTP Combined) Engine & gearbox: 1,598cc four-cylinder petrol engine, eight-speed automatic gearbox, four-wheel drive Electric powertrain: 2x AC permanent magnet synchronous motor with 14.2kWh battery, 7.4kW on-board charger, Type 2 charging socket Electric-only range: 42 miles (WLTP Combined) Maximum power/torque: 292bhp/383lb ft CO2 emissions: 29g/km (WLTP Combined) Spare wheel as standard: no (not available)
Zawya
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Citroën appoints a new CEO
Xavier Chardon has been appointed chief executive officer of Citroën, effective 2 June 2025. He will report to Jean-Philippe Imparato, chief operating officer for Enlarged Europe at Stellantis. Chardon will continue the momentum initiated by the brand in recent months. With a strong international background and in-depth knowledge of the Citroën brand, to which he dedicated almost 20 years of his career, his mission will be to build on Citroën's recent successes and accelerate the brand's transformation in a rapidly changing automotive landscape. Jean-Philippe Imparato stated: 'I would like to thank Thierry Koskas for leading the Citroën brand over the last two years and for achieving its lineup renewal, most recently with the presentation of the new C5 Aircross.' 'We are very pleased to welcome Xavier Chardon to the head of Citroën. His rich and diverse career, his expertise in the automotive sector and his knowledge of the brand will be valuable assets in leading Citroën towards new horizons and strengthening its unique position in the market,' concluded Imparato. All rights reserved. © 2022. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Citroën names Xavier Chardon as new CEO
Xavier Chardon has been appointed as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Stellantis-owned Citroën, effective from 2 June 2025. His appointment comes at a time when Citroën is focused on reinforcing its position in the European market. He will be reporting directly to Stellantis chief operating officer for Enlarged Europe, Jean-Philippe Imparato. With a career at Citroën spanning almost two decades, Chardon will be tasked with continuing the brand's recent momentum and steering its transformation amidst the automotive industry's rapid changes. Chardon's background includes various leadership roles within Citroën, including general manager of Citroën Germany, marketing director, and managing director of France. Chardon also brings experience from outside the brand, having served as the managing director of Volkswagen for approximately three years and is currently serving as the CEO of Volkswagen Group France. Imparato said: 'I would like to thank Thierry Koskas for leading Citroën brand over the last two years and for achieving its line up renewal, most recently with the presentation of the new C5 Aircross. 'We are very pleased to welcome Xavier Chardon to the head of Citroën. His rich and diverse career, his expertise in the automotive sector and his knowledge of the brand will be valuable assets in leading Citroën towards new horizons and strengthening its unique position in the market.' Last month, the French automobile brand inaugurated a new facility in Kragujevac, Serbia, to produce the New C3 model, highlighting its commitment to growth and modernisation. The modernisation of the Kragujevac plant, which took place between 2022 and 2024, is part of Citroën's strategic plan to expand its footprint in Europe. This initiative is supported by an agreement with the Serbian Ministry of Economy, showcasing the brand's dedication to innovation and development in the region. "Citroën names Xavier Chardon as new CEO" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Hindustan Times
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Citroen C3 CNG vs Tata Punch iCNG: Which CNG powered car will you pick
The Citroen C3 is a hatchback that starts at an ex-showroom price tag of ₹6.23 lakh n the CNG kit costs an additional ₹93,000. Check Offers The French carmaker's smallest offering in the Indian market, the Citroen C3 was recently updated with the addition of a CNG powertrain option. However, these are retrofitted CNG kits that will be installed at the dealer level. While the auto giant sees the C3 as rival to premium hatchbacks like Maruti Baleno and others, the pricing of the C3 has pitched it right up against the likes of Tata Punch. Both the cars offer similar stance, almost like baby SUVs, and offer similar features in terms of styling, powertrain among others. Here is a quick comparison, including the price list, between Citroen C3 with CNG powertrain and Tata Punch iCNG. Also Read : Citroen C3 hatchback now available with retrofitted CNG kits Citroen C3 vs Tata Punch iCNG: Price The CNG kits will be made exclusive to the Live, Feel, Feel(O), and Shine variants, which feature the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine. Interested buyers can get the kits installed at an additional price of ₹ 93,000 across authorised Citroën dealerships in the country. The Citroen C3 is a hatchback that starts at an ex-showroom price tag of ₹ 6.23 lakh. Meanwhile, the Tata Punch iCNG starts at ₹ ₹ 7.30 lakh. All the prices are ex-showroom. Citroen C3 vs Tata Punch iCNG: Specs The 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine of the Citroen C3 makes a modest 81 bhp and 115 Nm of torque paired with a five-speed gearbox. While the company has not disclosed the actual power output with CNG option, expect some power drop for the CNG variants. The company says the factory-tested kits deliver mileage up to 28.1 km/kg. Also watch: Tata Punch vs Hyundai Exter: 5 features that set them apart from each other Powering the Punch iCNG is a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder engine that produces 84.82 bhp of max power and a peak torque output of 113 Nm while running on petrol. On CNG, the power output falls to 72.39 bhp whereas the torque output decreases to 103 Nm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed AMT. However, the CNG powertrain only gets a 5-speed MT. The Tata Punch Pure iCNG boasts a mileage of 26.99 km/kg. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 19 May 2025, 10:48 AM IST
