Overview
- Stellantis has suspended its hydrogen fuel cell development program for light commercial vehicles, canceling the planned summer 2025 Pro One van launch at plants in Hordain, France, and Gliwice, Poland
- Hydrogen research funding will be reallocated to electric and hybrid vehicle programs with no expected impact on production personnel
- The company has initiated negotiations with Symbio shareholders, including Forvia and Michelin, to assess the joint venture’s future and safeguard its interests
- Stellantis does not anticipate introducing hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles before 2030, describing the segment as economically unsustainable in the medium term
- Shares of Stellantis opened down between 4% and 6% following the announcement, reflecting investor skepticism over hydrogen’s high costs and infrastructure gaps