Stellantis (STLAM) unveils solid-state battery and autonomous driving advancements
Stellantis announced significant technological advancements in solid-state batteries and autonomous driving, propelling its shares higher. The Italian automaker's stock, STLAM, rose 5.7% on the Borsa Italiana on 12 June 2026, trading at €6.12 after closing the previous session at €5.79.
On 11 June 2026, Stellantis confirmed the integration of Factorial's FEST® solid-state battery into a Dodge Charger Daytona development vehicle, initiating road tests. Concurrently, the company launched an autonomous driving pilot programme in Luxembourg, collaborating with Bolt and Pony.ai. These strategic developments aim to validate safety and performance in mixed traffic environments.
Today's rally marks a reversal for Stellantis, which had experienced a decline earlier in the week. The stock fell 3.0% on 10 June following Citigroup's downgrade and new legal risks. The current performance brings the share value above its 11 June closing level, indicating a positive market reaction to the announced innovations.
Why Stellantis's Battery Breakthrough Is Energising Investors
Stellantis is an automotive powerhouse, designing, producing, and selling a broad spectrum of vehicles from passenger cars to light commercial vans under globally recognised brands. Its customer base spans millions of drivers and businesses worldwide who rely on its transport solutions, with revenue primarily generated from vehicle sales and associated services such as financing and maintenance.
Today's uplift in Stellantis's share price stems from investor enthusiasm for its announced technological advancements, particularly the integration of Factorial's FEST® solid-state battery into a development Dodge Charger Daytona. Road testing for this vehicle began on 11 June 2026. This development is pivotal because solid-state batteries promise significantly greater range, quicker charging times, and enhanced safety compared to current lithium-ion technology, all critical factors for the future of electric vehicles, alongside a concurrent autonomous driving pilot programme in Luxembourg.
This news has propelled STLAM shares upwards by precisely 5.7%, with the stock currently trading at €6.12, having closed the previous session at €5.79.
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Stellantis
Stellantis N.V. (STLAM) operates as a global automotive manufacturer, encompassing the design, engineering, production, distribution, and sale of a diverse range of automobiles and light commercial vehicles. Its extensive portfolio includes luxury, premium, American, and European brand vehicles, alongside engines, transmission systems, and metallurgical products. Beyond vehicle sales, Stellantis provides a comprehensive suite of services, including parts, retail and dealer financing, leasing, and rental solutions. The company markets its offerings through a broad network of distributors and dealers under well-known brands such as Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall, Lancia, DS, and Comau. Stellantis N.V. was established in 1899 and is headquartered in Hoofddorp, the Netherlands.