One of America's "big three" carmakers, alongside Ford and General Motors. Stellantis's largest shareholder, Exor, owns a stake in The Economist's parent company.
Stellantis had set a target of 100% electric European sales by 2030. But it has since signalled its continued reliance on petrol power with the revival of its powerful Hemi V8 engine for its pickups, taking advantage of Donald Trump's relaxation of federal emissions standards. It has scaled back EV launches but still offers electric Jeeps, Ram pickups and a Dodge Charger, a revered muscle car.
It is easy when we are in prosperity to give advice to the afflicted.