Maserati Eyes New Partners for Future Tech

Stellantis is currently engaged in discussions with two potential partners to secure future technologies and capabilities for the Maserati brand. CEO Antonio Filosa revealed these talks to Italian lawmakers, emphasizing that the marque and its associated Cassino plant are not for sale. This strategic move is partly in response to concerns from the Italian government regarding Stellantis' future industrial footprint in Italy and its increasing collaborations with Chinese automotive companies.

The Cassino plant, which currently produces Maserati and Alfa Romeo vehicles, will see its future closely linked to Maserati's new strategy. Filosa indicated that this strategy, slated for presentation in December, will be ambitious and include the introduction of two new key models. The potential partnerships could also impact Stellantis' Modena plant and potentially the Pomigliano plant, which is designated for high-volume affordable electric vehicles.

Any new joint ventures in Italy are expected to mirror Stellantis' existing structures, such as those with Leapmotor and Dongfeng Motor, where Stellantis holds a 51% stake. This development follows recent calls from Stellantis, Volkswagen, and Renault for the European Union to implement supportive measures for automotive manufacturing across Europe.