by Stellantis reports significant increase in shipments due to the return of the HEMI V8 and model lineup refresh
Stellantis has reported a sharp increase in shipment volumes in the second quarter of this year. The main driver of growth was the North American region, where the company focused on producing models that are in genuine demand among buyers.
Report Details: Global Figures and Regional Successes
In the second quarter, Stellantis shipped 1,597,000 vehicles worldwide, a 10% increase compared to 1,447,000 units in the same period last year. In North America, shipments rose by 38% — from approximately 323,000 to 445,000 units.
Important note: These figures reflect shipments, not actual sales. That is, they include vehicles sent to dealers, distributors, as well as corporate and retail customers. Stellantis attributes the surge in North America to the introduction of new models and powertrains, notably the Ram 1500 with the HEMI V8 engine, the new Ram 1500 TRX SRT, the updated Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Grand Cherokee, as well as the refreshed Chrysler Pacifica. Additionally, inventory buildup ahead of the summer production shutdown also impacted the numbers.
European Market and Other Regions
Successes are not limited to North America. In Europe, shipments grew by 5% year-over-year, representing approximately 39,000 additional units. The main drivers were the Citroen C3 and C3 Aircross, Opel/Vauxhall Frontera, and Fiat Grande Panda. Demand for the Jeep Compass also increased. Leapmotor model shipments rose from approximately 25,000 to 33,000 units.
Older Models and Decline in Markets
However, not all indicators are positive. Shipments of several other Stellantis models in Europe declined, including the Jeep Avenger, Fiat 600, Opel Mokka, and Peugeot 2008.
A decline was also observed in certain regions. For example, in the Middle East and Africa, shipments fell by 4% — from 125,000 to 121,000 units. In South America, the decrease was 7% (to 253,000 units), while in the Asia-Pacific region, figures remained stable at 16,000 units.
Overall, Stellantis’s strategy, which bets on the return of popular powertrains and updates to key models, is yielding tangible results, especially in its largest market — North America. At the same time, falling sales in some regions and the aging of certain models indicate the need for further optimization of the model lineup and adaptation to local market conditions. Success in Europe, bolstered by new affordable models, demonstrates that the company can compete effectively in various segments, but to sustain growth, it will need to address sales challenges in developing countries.
