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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 26, 2025 – Tier IV, a pioneer in developing open-source software for autonomous driving, has successfully concluded a series of robotaxi service pilot tests in Tokyo, Japan, signaling a major leap towards the commercial integration of autonomous vehicles. These pivotal tests were conducted in Odaiba during November 2024 and in Nishi-Shinjuku throughout December 2024.

Advancing Autonomous Mobility in Japan

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 26, 2025 – Stellantis has launched STLA AutoDrive 1.0, its groundbreaking in-house-developed automated driving system, bringing Level 3 hands-free and eyes-off capabilities to drivers. This innovation is set to transform the daily commute, particularly in dense urban environments.

Introducing STLA AutoDrive 1.0: A Leap in Automated Driving

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 26, 2025 – The legendary Lancia Stratos and Delta are captivating audiences at the Autoworld Museum in Brussels as part of the “Rally Legends - From Dust to Glory” special exhibition, which kicked off on February 28th and runs through April 21st. This exhibition, held in the magnificent Palais Mondial, celebrates the storied history of the World Rally Championship, showcasing iconic Group B cars and highlighting Lancia’s unparalleled dominance in the sport.

Lancia Icons Take Center Stage

Cupra Celebrates "Trend Brand of the Year" Win at auto motor und sport BEST CARS

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 26, 2025 – The automotive world is buzzing as Cupra has been named "Trend Brand of the Year" at the prestigious auto motor und sport BEST CARS awards. This recognition, stemming from Germany's largest and most traditional end-user survey in the automotive sector, underscores Cupra's remarkable ascent in the industry.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 24, 2025 – When BMW of North America took over from Max Hoffman on March 15, 1975, it inherited the dealer and distribution network that Hoffman had been building since 1962. Hoffman’s dealer directory of April 1967 listed 129 BMW dealerships and six independent distributors in charge of specific geographical territories. Though the network covered the entire US, dealerships were concentrated in the Northeast and on the West Coast: New York had 23 BMW dealerships, California 24.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 24, 2025 – On the occasion of the inauguration of Milan Fashion Week, John Elkann, Stellantis Chairman, and Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO and Stellantis Global CMO, delivered the first two Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector's Edition vehicles to Giorgio Armani, marking a significant milestone in the partnership between these two iconic Italian brands. The handover, held in Turin, signifies the official launch of this exclusive edition, blending high fashion with sustainable automotive innovation.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 24, 2025 – The BMW Group is set to redefine the future of driving and user experience with the introduction of the new BMW Panoramic iDrive, showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas. This innovative system, powered by the new BMW Operating System X, will be integrated into all new BMW models starting from the end of 2025.

Visionary Technology Package for the Neue Klasse Celebrates World Premiere at CES 2025

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 24, 2025 – Woodcliff Lake, NJ – February 20, 2025 – MINI USA is bringing back the Oxford Edition for the 2025 model year MINI lineup. As the automotive landscape evolves, MINI is proud to lead the charge in a small car renaissance, proving that premium design and innovative features can come in a compact, city-friendly package.

Return of the Oxford Edition: Affordable Luxury

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 23, 2025 – Renault Group has released its 2024 financial results, showcasing solid growth, record operating profit, and net cash, exceeding its financial guidance for the year. The company’s robust performance is attributed to its complementary auto brands, all of which delivered growth.

Financial Highlights of 2024

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 23, 2025 –  Peugeot has unveiled its ambitious roadmap for 2025, placing a strong emphasis on performance, electric vehicle expansion, and sustainability. Alain Favey, the new CEO of Peugeot Brand, kicked off the year by outlining his strategic vision during the third edition of E-LION DAY.

Performance and Customer Focus