Fiat Chrysler Automobiles

Italian multinational company

Also known as: FCA

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) was an Italian multinational company formed in 2014 when Fiat took full ownership of Chrysler. FCA was a significant player in the automotive industry, with brands like Dodge, Jeep, and Maserati under its umbrella.12

The company's origins trace back to Chrysler's founding in Detroit in 1925. After facing financial difficulties, Chrysler merged with Fiat in 2009, with Fiat gradually increasing its ownership stake. This partnership helped Chrysler balance its product lineup with Fiat's smaller, more affordable vehicles.12

In 2021, FCA merged with the French automaker PSA Group (known for brands like Peugeot and Citroën) to create Stellantis N.V., a new multinational automotive company headquartered in Amsterdam. Stellantis continues to operate a wide array of brands, including those from the former FCA and PSA groups.134

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…brand of Fiat, which became Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2014. Fiat Chrysler merged with the French automobile manufacturer PSA Group in 2021 to form Stellantis, of which Maserati is a subsidiary.
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…brand of Fiat, which became Fiat Chrysler Automobiles in 2014. Fiat Chrysler merged with the French automobile manufacturer PSA Group in 2021 to form Stellantis, of which Maserati is a subsidiary.
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