You may remember Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA are intending to merge, pending final approval from European regulators and shareholders. However, when they merge they will be known as the Stellantis group. Yep, it doesn’t sound anything like the name of an automotive giant. However, FCA and PSA […]
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FCA & Groupe PSA confirm plans for 50/50 merger
Following reports earlier this week, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Peugeot-Citroen Groupe PSA have confirmed they are planning to merge, creating a new group whereby FCA shareholders own 50 per cent and Groupe PSA shareholders own 50 per cent in the newly-created group. Discussions have commenced surrounding the proposal, with […]
Fiat-Chrysler (FCA) discussing possible merger with Peugeot – report
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), which owns iconic brands such as Alfa Romeo, Jeep, RAM, and Maserati, is reportedly in talks with Groupe PSA (formerly known as PSA Peugeot-Citroen) over a possible merger deal. Such a move could create one of the largest automotive groups in the industry. The news stems […]
FCA proposes merger with Groupe Renault
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has confirmed it has put forward a non-binding letter to the Board of Groupe Renault, proposing a 50-50 merger. It follows reports from the last few months that suggested the two were in talks over a possible collaboration. The merger plan proposes to assist in both companies […]
BMW & FCA sign deal to co-develop autonomous platform
BMW and FCA have signed a partnership deal to co-develop an autonomous vehicle platform, the companies have confirmed. They’re joining forces with Intel and Mobileye. According to a BMW press release, the platform in specific will be scalable for Level 3 and up to Level 4/5 automated driving capability, with […]
Chinese carmaker makes bid on Fiat Chrysler Automobiles – report
An offer from a Chinese automaker has reportedly been submitted with intent to purchase Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, which is said to be the first serious offer. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is apparently of interest to other Chinese auto groups as well, purportedly including Great Wall Motor. According to a recent Automotive […]
FCA accused of emissions cheating, over 100,000 vehicles targeted
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles stands accused of violating environmental protection law, with the EPA alleging the brand failed to disclose details of software that allowed its vehicles to permit more noxious gasses than legally permitted. In a revelation almost identical to Volkswagen’s disastrous dieselgate scandal, America’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is […]
FCA boss Marchionne hesitant on future production plans; Trump
Fiat Chrysler’s CEO has expressed concerns of a Trump administration in regard to the company’s future investments in Mexico that could ultimately be harmed by the president’s controversial policies. Sergio Marchionne, the man who has been at the helm of FCA since 2009, told reporters at the Detroit show that […]