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Fiat Brings Sub-15k Topolino EV to the US for tiny trips
transportation3 days ago

Fiat Brings Sub-15k Topolino EV to the US for tiny trips

Fiat is bringing its European two-seat Topolino microcar to the US with a starting price around $13,995 before a $990 destination charge (about $14,985 total). The ultra-compact, 1,000-pound car offers 8 hp and a 19 mph top speed with an estimated 46-mile range; the launch model will be private-property only, but Fiat plans a free conversion kit later to hit 25 mph and enable street use. Marketed for short urban trips in places where real car performance is not the point, the move comes as US buyers face high average new-car prices while Fiat's US sales remain limited. The company notes accessories and broader affordability trends as context for its US push.

via Business Insider|
#electric-vehicle#fiat#low-speed-vehicle
Fiat brings the tiny Topolino electric to the US at a bargain price with a catch
business3 days ago

Fiat brings the tiny Topolino electric to the US at a bargain price with a catch

Fiat will launch its 8-foot-long, two-seat Topolino EV in the U.S. starting at about $13,995 ($14,985 with destination), offering up to 46 miles of range. Initially limited to speeds up to 25 mph, Fiat will provide a free kit by summer to convert it into a federally regulated low-speed vehicle (LSV) that can operate on public roads with speed limits up to 35 mph; the car will be offered in Topolino and Dolcevita versions and is positioned as a neighborhood-focused, affordable EV extension beyond the 500e.

via New York Post|
#business#ev#fiat
Fiat Topolino Enters the U.S. Market as a $14,985 Tiny City EV
automotive4 days ago

Fiat Topolino Enters the U.S. Market as a $14,985 Tiny City EV

Fiat's Topolino hits the U.S. market at $14,985 (destination included), offering two seats, 46 miles of range, and a 19 mph top speed; not street-legal yet, but a late-summer conversion kit will raise top speed to 25 mph for on-road use as a Low Speed Vehicle, with limited initial units and a Dolce Vita edition featuring a sliding convertible top, plus bespoke customization via Motori & Customs.

via Road & Track|
#automotive#ev#fiat
Stellantis bets big on Jeep and Ram under FaSTLAne 2030 reboot
business1 month ago

Stellantis bets big on Jeep and Ram under FaSTLAne 2030 reboot

Stellantis unveiled FaSTLAne 2030, a five-year, $70 billion turnaround plan prioritizing Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat with 11 new North American models by 2030, including the Rampage small pickup, Ramcharger SUV, a Dodge hot hatch and three Chrysler crossovers; the plan targets 25% NA revenue growth, over $220 billion in revenue by 2030, and 8-10% NA margins, backed by about $42 billion in brand/product investments, $7 billion per year in cost cuts, and new partnerships with Jaguar Land Rover and Leapmotor, while other brands are scaled back or repositioned as smaller/specialty or luxury lines.

via The Detroit News|
#business#fastlane-2030#fiat
Stellantis bets big on four core brands to drive a wider rebound
business2 months ago

Stellantis bets big on four core brands to drive a wider rebound

Stellantis will channel most of its investment into four core brands—Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat—while using their platforms and tech to underpin models for the remaining ten brands, with some rebadging and regionalization planned. The automaker is not pursuing brand closures, aiming to leverage scale and potential in key markets as it recovers from prior writedowns and fierce competition in the U.S., Europe, and emerging markets.

via Jalopnik|
#business#fiat#jeep
John Elkann's Mission to Revitalize Stellantis Amid Crisis
business1 year ago

John Elkann's Mission to Revitalize Stellantis Amid Crisis

John Elkann, heir to the Agnelli family dynasty, has taken control of Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep, Ram, and Chrysler, following the resignation of CEO Carlos Tavares. Known for his pragmatic and unsentimental approach, Elkann has reshaped the company through strategic mergers and acquisitions. Despite a family history marked by tragedy, Elkann remains focused on ensuring the longevity of the family fortune and is actively involved in various business ventures, including a significant stake in Ferrari and investments in healthcare and tech startups.

via Fortune|
#automotive-industry#business#fiat
The Tiniest V8s and V12s in Production History
automotive3 years ago

The Tiniest V8s and V12s in Production History

While American car companies have made us accustomed to large V8 engines, there have been some models with small displacement V8s, mostly in European cars. Some of the smallest displacement production V8s ever made include the Fiat 8V with a 2.0 liter 104 hp engine, the Ferrari 208 Turbo with a 2.0 liter V8 engine that made 168 hp, and the Ford Flathead V8 with a 2.2 liter V8 engine that put out 60 horsepower. Other models with small V8s include the Daimler V8, Tatra 603, and BMW 735i.

via Jalopnik|
#automotive#ferrari#fiat
"Volvo's EV Lineup: From the Best Crossover to a Futuristic Design, and a Promise for the Future"
automotive3 years ago

"Volvo's EV Lineup: From the Best Crossover to a Futuristic Design, and a Promise for the Future"

Spring has brought a new crop of little electric vehicles, including the Fiat 500e and Abarth 500e, and the Volvo EV30 subcompact SUV, which are likely to be sold in the US. The Fiat Topolino EV, a two-seater runabout, is unlikely to cross the Atlantic. The Volvo EV30 promises a 275-mile range and a $35k sticker price. The Abarth 500e has a small-dog-with-big-growl exhaust note and is expected to arrive in the US early in 2024. The Topolino EV, developed for "micro-mobility," has a range of around 45 miles and is ideal for congested city centers that may ban internal combustion vehicles.

via Detroit Free Press|
#abarth#automotive#evs