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A neglected 1980s Nova kit car, rebuilt by Hudson Auto Films, finally starts and runs under its own power after weeks of troubleshooting—fixing ignition timing, fuel delivery, sensors, and a forgotten water-pump belt—marking a major milestone as the project moves toward a turbocharged, Alfa Romeo-powered setup.
Stellantis appoints Dodge CEO Matt McAlear to lead Chrysler and Alfa Romeo in North America after chief executive Chris Feuell exits for personal reasons. Feuell’s tenure left Chrysler with a two‑model lineup centered on the Pacifica/Voyager and yielded little revival, while Alfa Romeo NA sales declined amid leadership reshuffles. McAlear, a 13‑year Stellantis veteran who previously oversaw Dodge and the Charger launch, inherits a reorganizing corporate structure and a brand portfolio with an uncertain product plan beyond a planned 2027 Pacifica refresh as the automaker reevaluates its North American strategy.
Chrysler CEO Christine Feuell departs Stellantis for personal reasons as Matt McAlear, the Dodge chief, takes over Chrysler and also oversees Alfa Romeo North America in a rapid leadership reshuffle under Antonio Filosa; Alfa Romeo sales fell sharply last year while Chrysler marks its 100th anniversary and prepares a 2027 Pacifica refresh.
Alfa Romeo has introduced a limited edition Giulia Quadrifoglio called Luna Rossa, inspired by boat design with a unique rear wing and bespoke interior features, with only 10 units made and all reportedly sold.
The article discusses the unique design of the 2010 Alfa Romeo TZ3 Stradale Zagato, highlighting its unconventional tailgate that opens downward like a pickup truck, and explores its blend of Italian luxury and American muscle car influences, currently listed for sale at $300,000.
Alfa Romeo's limited-edition TZ3 Stradale, one of only nine ever made, is up for sale in Arizona. Built in 2010 to celebrate Alfa Romeo's 100th anniversary, it features a lightweight carbon fiber frame, a 600-horsepower Viper V-10 engine, and a top speed over 200 mph. Originally priced over $1 million, this rare car is now available for $675,000, with only 1,863 miles on the odometer.
Alfa Romeo is changing the name of its upcoming Milano compact SUV to "Junior" after a dispute with the Italian government, which objected to the implication that the vehicle was built in Italy when it will actually be produced in Poland. The name "Junior" holds historical significance for the brand, dating back to the 1960s, and Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato stated that the change was made voluntarily. Despite the controversy, the new Junior represents a shift towards an entry-level luxury crossover for the brand.
Alfa Romeo faced pressure from Italian authorities to rename its electric crossover, originally named Milano, due to laws protecting Italian-sounding names for products built outside of Italy. The car will now be called Junior, a move seen as a nod to Italian-American heritage. The company expressed frustration in a press release, but the Italian government's intervention may have been a strategic move to encourage domestic production.
Alfa Romeo has renamed the Milano crossover to Junior after an Italian minister suggested that using the Milano name was illegal because the car will be built in Poland. The company decided to change the name to avoid controversy and jokingly thanked the government for the free publicity. The CEO stated that the name Alfa Romeo Junior is strongly linked to the brand's history and has been a favorite among the public. Despite believing that the original name met all legal requirements, the company decided to change it to preserve positive emotions and avoid controversy.
The Italian government has banned Alfa Romeo from using the name "Milano" for its new compact sports car, prompting the company to change it to "Alfa Romeo Junior" in order to avoid controversy and preserve positive emotions. The decision was made despite the belief that the name "Milano" met all legal requirements. The new name is a nod to the brand's history and has been well-received by the public and Italian dealer network. The change reflects the company's commitment to promoting mutual understanding and maintaining the positive attention the new car has garnered.
Stellantis is renaming the Alfa Romeo Milano SUV to Junior after facing criticism from the Italian government for manufacturing the car in Poland, defusing tensions between the carmaker and the government.
Stellantis-owned Alfa Romeo has decided to change the name of its new electric car model "Milano" to "Junior" in order to ease tensions with the Italian government, which criticized the use of an Italian-sounding name for a vehicle manufactured in Poland. The decision comes after the Italian Industry Minister raised concerns about the name violating a law targeting "Italian sounding" products that falsely claim to be Italian.
The Italian government pressured Alfa Romeo to change the name of its newly unveiled Milano SUV to "Junior" due to a law prohibiting "Italian-sounding" products that are not produced in Italy. The decision comes after criticism from Italy's industry minister, Adolfo Urso, who argued that a car called Milano cannot be produced in Poland. The Milano nameplate, a tribute to the city of Milan, will be replaced with "Junior," a nameplate revival from the mid-1960s, reflecting the small, entry-level crossover's nature. CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato expressed that the choice of the new name is natural and strongly linked to the brand's history.
Italy's industry minister has stated that it's illegal for Alfa Romeo to produce the Milano compact crossover in Poland due to strict rules about marketing products with Italian-sounding names that aren't actually built there. This legislation, introduced in 2003, aims to prevent misleading consumers. Alfa Romeo's CEO has explained that producing the Milano in Italy would cost 10,000 euros more, primarily due to the emphasis on electric vehicle production by the Italian government. This conflict highlights the challenges faced by automakers in navigating production and marketing regulations across different countries.
Alfa Romeo introduces the Milano, an entry-level crossover with electric and hybrid powertrains, but its questionable styling choices have raised concerns about the brand's design direction. The front grille and additional grillework, along with the interior design, have been criticized, leading to doubts about the car's appeal. Despite its electrified platform and performance features, the Milano's aesthetics have sparked disappointment, prompting questions about the future of the renowned Italian marque.