Under CEO Antonio Filosa, Stellantis confirmed the departure of Jeff Hines on April 17 after more than 20 years directing fleet operations. His exit follows the retirement of U.S. sales chief Jeff Kommor, with Hyundai veteran Michael Orange named as his successor. Filosa has ordered a full strategic plan for unveiling on May 21 as part of a company-wide realignment.

Aisin Drivetrain began contract manufacturing Mazda’s six-speed automatic transmission at its Indiana facility, leveraging its advanced production technology to enhance supply stability. The new local assembly opportunity aims to boost responsiveness to North American automakers, including Stellantis, as demand for regionally sourced components grows.

Mopar rolled out Mopaw, a new line of premium vehicle-compatible pet travel accessories targeting the $150 billion U.S. pet market. The lineup includes secure carriers, folding kennels, heavy-duty interior protectors and branded hydration gear, aiming to extend Mopar’s after-market revenue by appealing to pet-loving drivers.