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Jeep to Leverage Tata’s ARGOS Platform for Global SUV Launch Stellantis has announced plans to develop and manufacture a new Jeep SUV in India using Tata Motors’ ARGOS platform, a decision made public during the company’s 2026 Investor Day. Gregoire Olivier, Stellantis Asia Pacific COO, emphasized that the collaboration would see the vehicle “developed in India, assembled in India, in our Stellantis-Tata JV in India, for the world.” The SUV is set for a 2028 launch and will be exported to over 50 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. The ARGOS platform, which underpins Tata’s recently launched Sierra model, is central to the project. Designed for versatility, ARGOS supports petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric powertrains, with a focus on all-wheel-drive (AWD) capabilities. This aligns with Jeep’s brand guidelines, which mandate that every model line include at least one four-wheel-drive variant. The platform’s flexibility also allows for future adaptations, including potential electric variants, which could help Stellantis meet emissions compliance targets in India. The partnership is structured as a platform and engine supply agreement. Tata will license the ARGOS architecture to Stellantis and supply its 1.5-litre turbocharged direct injection petrol engine, the same unit used in the Sierra, Harrier, and Safari. Jeep will independently design and develop the vehicle’s body, interior, and other components, with Tata having no co-development role or financial stake in the project’s commercial success. Global Stellantis teams, rather than the India-based joint venture, will lead development and sourcing efforts. The Ranjangaon plant near Pune, a key facility of the Stellantis-Tata 50:50 joint venture, is likely to handle assembly.#tata_motors #stellantis #jeep #argos_platform #ranjangaon_plant

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa unveils $70B turnaround strategy Stellantis, the parent company of brands including Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram, has announced a $70 billion turnaround strategy aimed at refocusing the automaker on core brands, partnerships, and more efficient factory operations. The five-year plan, unveiled during the company’s capital markets day, includes the production of 60 new models by 2030, spanning internal combustion engines, hybrids, and fully electric vehicles. The strategy marks a significant shift under Filosa’s leadership, emphasizing external collaborations to reduce costs and accelerate innovation. The plan, described by Filosa as “grounded in reality,” seeks to create conditions for profitable and sustainable growth. A key component involves leveraging excess manufacturing capacity through partnerships with third-party producers. Stellantis has formed production tie-ups with Chinese firms Leapmotor and Dongfeng, as well as cooperation with Tata Motors and its U.S. unit JLR. These partnerships will allow the company to generate revenue from underutilized factories rather than letting idle plants accumulate costs. Stellantis also announced a $13 billion investment plan in the United States, focusing on expanding production capabilities and modernizing manufacturing infrastructure. The company aims to invest over $27 billion in platforms, powertrains, and technologies while targeting nearly $7 billion in annual cost reductions by 2028 compared to 2023 levels. The strategy includes restructuring its 14 brands, with 70% of product investment prioritized for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, Fiat, and the Pro One commercial vehicle division. Brands like Chrysler and Alfa Romeo will be repositioned for regional focus, while Lancia and DS will take specialized roles under Fiat and Citroen.#dodge #stellantis #chrysler #antonio_filosa #jeep

New Dodge SRT Models and Jeep Wrangler Scrambler Set for 2027 Launch Stellantis, the global automotive giant, unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for new vehicle models across its Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands in the United States. The plan, detailed during the Stellantis Investor Day event, outlines a transformation of the North American showroom by 2030, with 11 new nameplates and 12 refreshed models. The company aims to expand its market coverage from 60 to 90 percent, enter five new segments, and enhance cost competitiveness. Chrysler, which has struggled with stagnation, is set to introduce three new SUVs alongside a refreshed 2027 Pacifica. The first model is a mid-size crossover based on the STLA One platform, named the Airflow. While its design similarities to the 2022 concept remain unclear, it is expected to offer hybrid powertrains rather than being exclusively electric. Chrysler is also developing two compact crossovers using European platforms: the Arrow, which will adopt a more sedan-like shape, and the Arrow Cross, featuring a traditional SUV silhouette. Both models are targeted to enter the sub-$30,000 segment with a variety of powertrain options. Dodge is focusing on performance with a new compact SUV, branded as the GLH (a nod to the "Goes Like Hell" moniker from the 1980s Omni hatchback). This model will include an SRT variant, while the brand is also working on a mid-size muscle car resembling a coupe with a large rear wing, also receiving SRT treatment. A refreshed Durango and an SRT-equipped Charger are also in the pipeline. Jeep is set to debut the Wrangler Scrambler, a two-door pickup truck designed for off-road enthusiasts, alongside an SRT-grade Grand Cherokee. The brand is also developing a new Compass, refreshes for the Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer, and an internal-combustion powertrain for the Recon.#dodge #stellantis #chrysler #jeep #ram

Stellantis Unveils Strategic Plan, Targets Positive Cash Flow by 2027 Stellantis announced on Thursday a new five-year strategic plan led by CEO Antonio Filosa, which includes a 60 billion euro ($69.7 billion) investment aimed at transforming the company’s operations and financial performance. The plan, unveiled during the automaker’s first investor day at its North American headquarters near Detroit, outlines a roadmap to achieve positive free cash flow by 2027 and annual cost savings of 6 billion euros by 2028. The initiative reflects Stellantis’ efforts to navigate a rapidly evolving industry marked by shifting consumer preferences, supply chain challenges, and intense competition from both traditional automakers and emerging electric vehicle startups. The 60 billion euro investment will be allocated across two primary areas: 36 billion euros to strengthen its automotive brand portfolio and 24 billion euros to develop global vehicle platforms and new technologies. A significant portion of the brand investment, 60% of the total, is earmarked for North America, where Stellantis aims to introduce over 60 new vehicles and refresh 50 existing models. These include a mix of all-electric vehicles, hybrids, and traditional internal combustion engines. The company also plans to expand its electric vehicle offerings, with 29 battery-electric models, 15 plug-in hybrids, and 24 hybrid variants expected to be part of its future lineup. The financial targets underpinning the plan are equally ambitious. Stellantis projects that its industrial free cash flow, which was a loss of 4.5 billion euros in the previous year, will turn positive by 2028, reaching 3 billion euros, and further grow to 6 billion euros by 2030.#north_america #stellantis #antonio_filosa #jeep #ram_trucks

Palantir (PLTR) vs. BigBear.ai (BBAI): Which AI Defense Stock Is the Better Buy Ahead of Q1 Earnings Palantir Technologies and BigBear.ai are both set to report their Q1 2026 earnings in early May, with Palantir scheduled for May 4 and BigBear.ai for May 5. Despite a challenging year-to-date performance—Palantir down nearly 20% and BigBear.ai down over 31%—analysts remain cautiously optimistic about both stocks, maintaining Moderate Buy ratings. However, the data suggests Palantir holds a stronger position in terms of analyst sentiment and potential upside. Analysts project significant growth for both companies, with Palantir offering a higher potential upside of 34.52% compared to BigBear.ai’s 31.12%. Palantir’s Smart Score of 4 further underscores its perceived advantage over BigBear.ai’s score of 1, which indicates weaker short-term performance relative to the broader market. The comparison highlights Palantir’s stronger fundamentals, including its robust demand for its Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) and its ability to sustain growth in both government and commercial sectors. For Palantir, Wall Street expects Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS) of $0.28, representing 115% year-over-year growth. Revenue is projected to rise 74% to $1.54 billion, driven by continued momentum in its core businesses. Analysts note that Palantir’s recent contract renewals with major clients like Airbus and Stellantis provide a solid foundation for its Q1 results. Citi analyst Tyler Radke maintains a Buy rating on Palantir but lowers the price target to $210 from $260, citing valuation pressures in the software sector. The stock currently has 14 Buy, five Hold, and two Sell ratings, with an average price target of $191.28. BigBear.ai’s Q1 earnings are expected to show a narrower loss of $0.08 per share, compared to $0.#airbus #palantir_technologies #stellantis #bigbear_ai #ask_sage

Anthropic Launches Opus 4.7, Stellantis and Microsoft Ink 5-Year AI Pact, AMD Strengthens French AI Partnership Anthropic has unveiled the latest iteration of its advanced large language model (LLM), Opus 4.7, which powers its Claude Code platform. The update builds on the features introduced in the February 2024 release of Opus 4.6, including a context window of 1 million tokens, multi-step reasoning capabilities, long-term task management, and agent coordination. Opus 4.7 further enhances integration with third-party tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint and Figma. Notably, it incorporates cybersecurity elements from the Glasswing project, which includes the Claude Mythos model capable of autonomously identifying software vulnerabilities at scale. Anthropic emphasizes that Opus 4.7 includes limited capabilities to automatically detect and block requests related to prohibited or high-risk cybersecurity activities. The model is now accessible via Claude, APIs, Amazon Bedrock, Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, and Microsoft Foundry, with pricing unchanged at $5 per million input tokens and $25 per million output tokens. Stellantis has announced a strategic five-year collaboration with Microsoft to accelerate its digital transformation. The partnership focuses on co-developing advanced AI, cybersecurity, and engineering capabilities. Key initiatives include over 100 AI-driven projects across customer service, product development, and operations, such as enriched product development, predictive maintenance, and accelerated deployment of digital features. The agreement also mandates the establishment of a global AI-powered cyber defense center to monitor and respond to threats across Stellantis’ IT systems, connected vehicles, production sites, and digital tools.#microsoft #france #amd #anthropic #stellantis

Used EV Sales Surge in Europe Amid Iran War-Driven Petrol Price Hikes Petrol price spikes caused by the ongoing war in Iran are fueling a rise in used electric vehicle (EV) sales across Europe, according to online car platforms. The conflict, which began on February 28, has disrupted a critical oil shipping route, contributing to a 12% increase in average petrol prices in the European Union. The cost of petrol rose to 1.84 euros per litre, up from 1.64 euros in early February, according to European Commission data. Analysts and car marketplaces report a notable shift in consumer behavior as high fuel costs push buyers toward EVs. Terje Dahlgren, an analyst at Norway’s Finn.no, noted that used EVs have overtaken diesel models as the best-selling fuel type on his platform. French online retailer Aramisauto, majority-owned by Stellantis, reported its share of EV sales nearly doubling between February 16 and March 9, reaching 12.7% from 6.5%. CEO Romain Boscher linked the surge to rising petrol prices, stating that crossing the 2-euro-per-litre threshold has significantly influenced consumer decisions. The trend is evident in multiple European markets. In France, MG, a Chinese EV brand, is promoting its vehicles with ads urging consumers to "rethink the way you drive." Meanwhile, Amsterdam-based Olx reported a surge in EV inquiries across France, Romania, Portugal, and Poland, with growth accelerating week-over-week. Used EV sales in the UK also spiked, peaking above 1,100 cars per day after the war began, according to Marketcheck data. The shift is driven by both cost and availability. Used EVs are up to 40% cheaper than new models and are immediately available, unlike new cars that often require months of delivery.#iran_war #european_union #stellantis #finn_no #marketcheck

Stellantis EVs Face Discontinuation Amid Struggles in Electrification For owners of Stellantis electric vehicles, the past year has been marked by uncertainty as several high-profile models have been canceled. The company’s electric vehicle (EV) lineup, which included the Ram EV, Charger Daytona R/T, and the range-extending Charger Daytona Banshee, has seen widespread cancellations. This trend extends beyond these specific models, with nearly all planned EVs under the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram brands facing the same fate. Even plug-in hybrid variants have been scrapped, leaving many customers with limited options. Despite these setbacks, there is one potential benefit for existing Stellantis EV owners. The company has announced that customers can now access Tesla Superchargers using a special adapter. The Free2move Charge NACS-CCS1 DC adapter allows Stellantis BEV owners to use Tesla’s V3 and V4 Superchargers. This adapter is available through Stellantis-certified dealers and Mopar.com. Additionally, Tesla’s “Magic Dock” Superchargers, which include a built-in adapter, are also accessible. However, only Stellantis-approved adapters are compatible with Tesla Superchargers. The announcement highlights a growing trend of interoperability in the EV charging network, though it comes with caveats. While the adapter provides a temporary solution for charging, it may not be a long-term fix for Stellantis’ broader challenges in the EV market. The company’s struggles reflect broader industry hurdles, including production delays, supply chain issues, and shifting consumer preferences. The list of eligible vehicles and model years for the Tesla Supercharger access is detailed in the company’s announcement. For owners who have already purchased a discontinued Stellantis EV, this update offers a small reprieve.#tesla #stellantis #ram_ev #charger_daytona_r_t #charger_daytona_banshee