Stellantis Turns to Citroën Veteran Arnaud Belloni to Lead Fiat, Abarth, and Lancia

Stellantis has appointed Arnaud Belloni, a longtime Citroën executive, as the new CEO of Fiat, Abarth, and Lancia. The move signals the automaker’s renewed focus on reviving these iconic European brands, which have struggled to maintain momentum in recent years.

Belloni’s track record at Citroën, where he helped reshape the brand’s image and streamline its lineup, will be key to his new role. His experience is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Fiat’s model strategy, Abarth’s performance niche, and Lancia’s upcoming comeback.

Industry observers see this appointment as a strategic bet: Stellantis believes that strong European brand identities still carry significant weight in the market. With Belloni at the helm, the group aims to leverage heritage while modernizing product portfolios to meet evolving consumer demands.