Flattened consumer spending, persistently high interest rates and supply chain disruptions stemming from geopolitical tensions have forced auto manufacturers (both budget and luxury) to negatively adjust their forecasts, writes Adrian Stalham of Sullivan & Stanley
Stellantis has released more details about its rollout of China’s Leapmotor brand in the UK and is planning a network of up to 50 retail sites by the end of 2024.
China's BYD has appointed Maria Grazia Davino as its new regional managing director for Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Austria, and the Czech Republic, effective December 1.
European car manufacturing giant Stellantis has reported a significant downturn in sales for the July to September quarter, citing weakened demand in Europe and production delays as primary factors.
Chinese car maker BYD is reported to have recruited former Stellantis UK chief Maria Grazia Davino as it assembles a team of European executives to support regional expansion.
Maria Grazia Davino has stepped down from the group managing director post at Stellantis UK after 14 months in the role.
As part of a drive to streamline operations and ensure profitability Stellantis will review its portfolio of 14 car brands to determine which have the strongest future.
Regional car dealer group Thurlow Nunn is extending its Suffolk footprint with the acquisition of Lings Hyundai in Lowestoft, adding the Korean marque as its fourth car brand.
Stellantis has confirmed the death of its parts and service director Mark Pickles.
Stellantis is halting production of the all-electric Fiat 500 city car for four weeks due to sluggish demand, reflecting a broader global slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales.
Independently-owned dealer group Greenhous has appointed Craig Norton as its new dealer principal at its Telford dealership.
The first new electric cars from China's Leapmotor are headed to Stellantis retail networks in Europe, as their joint venture begins trading.
Leadership structure changes at Stellantis UK have merged the departments of network development and customer experience together.
Stellantis chief executive Carlos Tavares has demanded a re-examination of the vehicle manufacturer's business prospects in the UK in light of the impact of the zero emission vehicles (ZEV) Mandate.
Stellantis UK has applauded its 'Stars of Stellantis', individuals in aftersales roles within its dealer networks who stand out for their performance, aptitude and attitude.
Dealers can now access more accurate repair pricing data thanks to a new data partnership between Stellantis and Digital INNK.
AM100 car dealer Chorley Group is set to open three new Peugeot franchises in Blackpool and Ormskirk, with a third site slated for Wigan.
AM100 dealer group Greenhous is set to add more Stellantis brands to its portfolio of dealerships.
Guillame Sicard, managing director of Renault UK, will head back to his homeland this autumn to take on the new role of vice president, Renault brand, for the market area France.
Stellantis has appointed a new managing director for Peugeot UK as Adam Wood has resigned after nearly two years in the role.
