Stellantis’ US operations are in desperate need of new, modern, affordable products that aren’t tainted by the toxic meatheads shredding tires with their Hemi V8s. A new-age Neon, tucked in at just under $20,000 with zippy performance and a simple, unpretentious interior could be just what dealers need to bring in new buyers.
I’ve argued the need for a new-age Neon before, but I no longer think th...
The strongest version of this narrative is that Stellantis could revitalize its US market presence by leveraging a proven, affordable EV platform from its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. The A10 EV aligns with the original Neon’s ethos—youthful, practical, and budget-friendly—while incorporating modern tech like lidar and fast charging. The proposal acknowledges real-world constraints, such as tariffs and supply chain dependencies, without dismissing the idea outright. It also taps into nostalgia, a...