Stellantis CEO pledges continued US EV rollout despite $26 billion write-off and shift to consumer demand focus
By Eve
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa confirmed at the Paris Motor Show that the automaker will introduce new electric vehicles for the US market, despite EVs representing just 6.4% of sales in Q3 and a $26 billion financial hit from EV related write-offs in 2025, primarily in North America. The commitment comes as part of the FaSTLAne 2030 strategy launched in May 2026, which tailors product output to regional markets and emphasises consumer demand over regulatory compliance. Filosa's remarks follow the December 2024 resignation of former CEO Carlos Tavares and a renewed focus on internal combustion engine powertrains.
Why it matters
A major automaker reaffirming US EV investment after massive write-offs signals continued OEM demand for charging infrastructure, even as the strategy pivots to consumer led rather than regulation driven deployment. The regional tailoring approach may influence where and how charging networks expand to support Stellantis vehicles.
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- “Stellantis CEO promises more EVs for US market”
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- 19 October 2026
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- 20 October 2026
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