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NZ Autocar
3 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Antonio Filosa from Jeep is the new Stellantis CEO
Stellantis has announced ex-Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa is its new CEO, replacing Carlos Tavares. Filosa will report to Stellantis chairman John Elkann. A new leadership team will be named shortly for the 14 brands under the Stellantis umbrella. Tavares was ousted from the CEO position following falling sales in the US. The company says Filosa was selected as Tavares's replacement based on his proven track record, and leadership skills. His global management experience was also taken into consideration. Filosa is Italian and joined Fiat in 1999. He eventually became COO of FCA Latin America. In 2021, he became COO for Stellantis South America and then global CEO of Jeep in late 2023. He oversaw the launch of the Jeep Avenger crossover. This EV has driven substantial growth for Jeep in Europe. Filosa also oversaw development of Recon and Wagoneer S. More recently, he launched the new-generation Jeep Compass which should boost Jeep sales globally. Moreover, he briefly held the post of COO for the Americas. There he drove a significant reduction in dealer stock, among other things. Of his new position, Filosa said: 'It is my great honour to be named the CEO of this fantastic company. I am grateful…for the confidence they have placed in me to lead our business during this pivotal time for our industry. 'I have always been inspired by the immense talent, passion and commitment of our people at Stellantis and the power of trusting our teams to achieve excellence. 'We have the world's best and most iconic brands in automotive history and an over 100-year heritage of innovation. 'That legacy, combined with our relentless dedication to giving our customers the products and services they love, will continue to be key to our success.' Elkann said: 'Antonio's deep understanding of our company…and of our industry equip him perfectly for the role of chief executive officer…' 'I have worked closely with Antonio over the past six months… and his strong and effective leadership…have confirmed the excellent qualities he brings to the role. 'Together with the entire board, I look forward to working with him.'
NZ Autocar
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Next Jeep Cherokee to offer choice of petrol or electric power
Jeep's next Cherokee medium SUV will utilise the Stellantis's STLA Large platform, and will offer both petrol and electric power. While retaining its traditional Jeep grille, it slots in below Wagoneer S and above the Compass, a new version of which disrobed recently. Jeep is now out testing the next-generation Cherokee which is due to go on sale in 2026. The new-look SUV follows the now familiar Stellantis tradition of offering both petrol and electric power. The next-gen Cherokee shares some design cues with the Wagoneer S. There's the sloping roofline, squared-off haunches, rear doors set into the wheel arches and door handles recessed into the body. But the Cherokee will retain its prominent seven-slot grille, mirroring that on the new Compass. The rear is also Compass like, though without the light bar. In the image below is an exhaust pipe, indicating a petrol engine. Cherokee is likely to utilise the 3.0-litre 'Hurricane' straight six with twin turbos. It is borrowed from the Wagoneer line-up, offering at least 313kW of power. It will likely be followed by a dual-motor electric version packing around 450kW if the Wagoneer S is anything to go by. Powering the motors is a 118kWh NMC battery pack, for a range of around 500km. The cabin also resembles that of the Wagoneer S, with rotary control and a big central IFT screen. HVAC functionality is controlled by a touchbar recessed into the dashboard below the main screen. Meantime, Jeep's Grand Cherokee makes way for the Wagoneer S. Next year, Wrangler may be succeeded by the Recon EV.
