Stellantis Plans to Join ACEA to Drive Sustainable Mobility
The European automotive sector is at a crossroads, navigating a pivotal transformation toward net-zero mobility amid intensifying competition and a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Against this backdrop, Stellantis has announced its intention to join the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), which reflects its commitment to shaping the industry's future through collaboration and shared goals.
Why ACEA matters
ACEA is a prominent platform representing the collective voice of Europe's automotive industry. Its membership comprises 15 major European manufacturers of cars, trucks, vans and buses.
By joining the ACEA, Stellantis aims to tap into a wealth of strategic benefits and ensure its voice is part of the broader industry dialogue on critical issues.
Key Benefits of ACEA Membership
Industry Representation: As the automotive industry's EU-level advocate, ACEA represents its members' interests in policy and decision-making processes. The advocacy considers industry perspectives when shaping regulations and initiatives.
Influencing policy: ACEA members actively contribute to EU transport policies, participating in European initiatives that impact the automotive sector. The engagement enables members to shape a sustainable and competitive industry.
Networking opportunities: The association fosters connections among European institutions, industries and stakeholders through regular meetings, workshops and annual events. These opportunities facilitate meaningful collaboration across the value chain.
Collaborative R&D: ACEA's partnerships with the European Council for Automotive R&D (EUCAR) enable members to engage in joint research initiatives, advancing innovation in mobility solutions.
Access to Information: Members receive specialised insights into EU research and development funding programs, project initiatives and ongoing projects, informing them of emerging opportunities.
Enhanced visibility: With its secretariat based in Brussels, ACEA ensures its members gain recognition and influence at the EU level, enhancing their strategic positioning.
Strategic partnerships: ACEA promotes alliances among its members and associated organisations to advance shared interests and tackle common challenges effectively.
Strategic Insights: The association provides members with strategic reflections on global competitive pressures and social responsibility, leveraging collective expertise to address critical issues like zero-emission and zero-fatality transport.
ACEA Membership
Stellantis's decision to join ACEA supports its commitment to driving the transition to electrification and sustainable mobility.
Jean-Philippe Imparato, COO of Stellantis Enlarged Europe, highlighted the company's aspirations: "Stellantis' commitment to the electrification transition is deep, leveraging our multi-energy technology.
We take great responsibility for the challenges faced by the European automotive industry. We consider ACEA the right forum to engage with our peers and stakeholders and jointly build a roadmap to support the entire value chain."
By becoming an ACEA member, Stellantis aims to unite with other key players in the automotive sector to ensure the industry's sustainability and competitiveness while prioritising the well-being of its communities.
2025 and beyond
Pending approval from the ACEA Board, Stellantis's membership will take effect on 1 January 2025. The company looks forward to leveraging the partnership to advance shared goals and contribute to a resilient, forward-thinking European automotive industry.
The collaboration promises to pave the way for a future of mobility that is innovative, sustainable and inclusive—key pillars in Stellantis's broader vision for the sector.
With this move, Stellantis reinforces its role as a proactive leader in shaping the automotive industry's transformation, ensuring its readiness to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.
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