Stellantis will keep its 14 brands united: Filosa rules out division, backs Leapmotor, and says Maserati is not for sale
15/10/2026 14:30
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15/10/2026 14:30
Stellantis, the group that includes 14 brands ranging from Citroën and FIAT to Jeep and RAM, does not plan to separate its European brands from its American ones as it did before the merger in 2021. This was made clear by its CEO, Antonio Filosa, during the Paris Motor Show.
The question at hand is significant. Filosa is reviewing the group’s strategy to allocate funds more effectively among its brands, many of which compete for the same customers. The outcomes of this review will determine the future of well-known models on our roads. Stellantis was formed through the merger of two major groups, FCA (the United States) and PSA (Europe). Currently, the conglomerate is going through a period of global restructuring.
A common technical foundation for all brands
Asked about the idea of separating Citroën and FIAT from Jeep and RAM, Filosa was clear: “It’s not plausible at all.” His reasoning is technical. Stellantis develops the technologies for all its models worldwide, from propulsion systems to computing architecture.
Each brand then uses that foundation to build its own cars. Splitting the group into two would require duplicating part of this development effort, at a time when the company is aiming to spend more efficiently. That’s why the strategy focuses on having the 14 brands “play their unique roles” under one umbrella.
Paris as a showcase and Chinese support
The group has made a strong comeback to trade shows. In Paris, it displays over 60 vehicles from eight brands, nine of which are prototypes, across a booth roughly the size of an American football field. This represents a clear shift for a company that had cut back significantly on investment in such events.
Among the highlights is the electric Citroën 2CV, built using technology from its Chinese partner Leapmotor. Stellantis acquired about 21% of Leapmotor in 2023 for around 1.5 billion euros, and together they control the joint venture Leapmotor International, with Stellantis holding 51% of it. Additionally, this year the group announced plans to strengthen ties with Dongfeng. Filosa sees these partnerships with Chinese companies as a way to utilize excess production capacity in Europe without having to close factories.
Maserati’s Profitability and Future
After losing money again last year, Stellantis has already passed the turning point to become profitable once more, according to Filosa. Nevertheless, he insists that efforts must continue “day by day” in execution. Regarding Maserati, the response was equally clear. The group “does not consider it at all” selling its sports car brand. In fact, Maserati has already confirmed expanding its lineup through a technological partnership with Huawei.