Stellantis: future commercial vehicles depend on EU regulations

"The future of light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in Europe depends to a large extent on European Union regulations." This was underlined at the Hannover Motor Show by Emanuele Cappellano, head of Europe at Stellantis and number one at Stellantis Pro One, the group's commercial vehicle division.

"The Hannover Motor Show is a strong reminder - explained Cappellano - of the importance of commercial vehicles: the LCV segment represents a strategic pillar for Europe, both from the point of view of production and use, with particular attention to the small and medium-sized enterprises that form the backbone of the European industrial fabric. In recent years, however, this sector is facing a slowdown due to economic uncertainty and the challenges posed by the energy transition. Customers in fact continue to prefer models with internal combustion engines".

"The entire sector - said Cappellano - asks the European Union to urgently define and implement effective and adequate measures. It is now clear that a sustainable transition requires sustainable regulation. Today, customer needs do not proceed at the same speed as regulations. Once again, measures must be relevant, concrete and timely. And we need them now".