Italy

Brands: Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel/Vauxhall, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Jeep.
European Manufacturing: France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Slovakia, UK.
Battery Sourcing: ACC (France, Germany), LG Chem (Poland), some CATL (China).
Estimated nr. of European Jobs: ~250,000+ (direct and supply chain).
Privacy Concerns: Low – European-based management and infrastructure.

Known for: Retro-inspired running shoes and classic athletic designs.
Employees: ~300
Manufacturing: Some production still takes place in Italy, with efforts to localize further.
Sustainability: A member of the Better Cotton Initiative; emphasizes environmental responsibility and ethical working conditions across its supply chain.

A word that’s both hello and goodbye — and always stylish.
Originally from Italy, but used daily in Austria, Switzerland, Czechia, Slovenia, Romania, Croatia, and parts of Germany and France. Ciao is short, sweet, and effortlessly cool. It’s the word that makes any farewell feel like “see you soon.”

Made in: Parma, Italy.
Sales: Strong sales in Italy and growing across Europe.
Key markets: Italy, France, Germany, UK.
Description: Uses 100% Italian tomatoes, with a more natural, tomato-rich flavor.
Our verdict: 👍 Uf - at first, we thought it was a ketchup gone bad. Very rich, and we suspect there's a generous splash of balsamico in there. Tastes better alongside grilled meat.

Manufactured in: Likely Serbia or Italy (TBD by Stellantis)
Reinvention of the iconic Panda as a compact EV.
Expected 40–50 kWh battery: ~320 km WLTP (estimated)
Practical, boxy, and tailored for tight urban areas.

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Known For: Elegance, speed, drama
Why They’re a Top Pick: Sleek lines, minimalist build, and looks good in any setting—be it a palace or a park.

Known for: Operating a major solar panel factory in Catania, Italy. Focused on heterojunction and tandem tech. Backed by Enel, scaling to 3 GW/year.
Employees: 220+ (Enel Group total 9,000)
Markets: Primarily Italy, expanding to EU-wide utility and residential sectors