Pro One launches electric Cargo Vox to maintain leadership in the industrial vehicle market

Stellantis' crown jewel is Pro One, the industrial vehicle division, which holds a 30.3% market share in Europe (38% in Spain) and 21% in the Middle East and North Africa.

This success is based on its comprehensive range of models and engines, as highlighted by Anne Abboud, head of Stellantis Pro One division, during a meeting with European media at the Atessa factory (Italy) to mark the start of production of the Cargo Box BEV, the 100% electric light commercial vehicle with the most capacity.

The challenge, being leaders in Europe and among the top 3 in other global markets, is to maintain and continue growing, and the key is to keep adapting to market demands.

In this context, the Atessa plant, the largest European factory dedicated exclusively to the production of large vans, has just reached another milestone: the start of production of the new 100% electric (BEV) model range for the recreational vehicle segment, further enriching the already extensive offer aimed at transformation and bodywork companies as part of the CustomFit program.

In this enhancement of the large van range of Stellantis (Citroën, FIAT Professional, Opel, PEUGEOT, and Vauxhall), the 22 kW charging option is now available. This new version allows a full recharge in just 6 hours, halving the time compared to the standard 11 kW solution.

As the light commercial vehicle BEV with the most capacity, the Cargo Box offers a load capacity of 18.3 m³ complemented by an interior with 4.230 meters in length, 2.032 in width, and 2.15 in height. It is manufactured in a battery electric chassis cab version offering 410 Nm of maximum torque and a power of 200 kW (270 hp) combined with a 110 kWh battery providing a range of up to 323 km. Additionally, for customers needing more cargo space, the L4 configuration will also be available, expanding the cargo volume to 20.5 m³ with an interior length of 4.5 meters and a height of 2.300 meters.

The Atessa plant, inaugurated in 1981 and with over 7.5 million units produced to date, is one of Stellantis' flagship facilities due to its constant innovation and the development of customized equipment (Stellantis CustomFit), which represents around 50% of production based on customer specifications.

The Atessa plant, with over 1,200,000 square meters of space, is not only the largest factory in Europe dedicated exclusively to light commercial vehicles but also a global reference where 80% of production is exported to 75 countries worldwide.

With 15 km of assembly line, the largest body shop in the Stellantis galaxy, and a paint shop constantly renewed to meet the latest energy and environmental sustainability criteria, Atessa can manage more than 1,200 different configuration types, from caravan bases to bodywork vehicles, including those intended for goods transport. With 14 engines, 4 types of transmission, over 300 options, and 8 van volumes, the plant constitutes a complete production ecosystem capable of offering more than 2,500 different versions.

Stellantis CustomFit is a dynamic transformation and customization program that integrates base vehicle features with specific modifications requested by the customer. By making these modifications directly at the plant, the program ensures the highest standards of quality, safety, and delivery times.

These factory-made transformations can be completed and integrated with solutions developed in collaboration with a global network of over 550 certified partners. This opportunity further expands a growing range of products, from tippers to vans with optimized cargo space, specifically designed to meet the needs of freelancers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and large fleets.

Within the Stellantis CustomFit program, camper conversions for leisure vehicles (campers and motorhomes) also play an important role, a rapidly growing sector in which the Stellantis Pro One range has been the European leader for years with a market share of over 50%. In particular, the Fiat Professional Ducato stands out as the absolute market leader, with numerous recognitions and awards. And from today, it is also available with 100% electric propulsion.

According to Anne Abboud: "The launch of the Cargo Box BEV confirms the trajectory of excellence of this plant dedicated to proactively and quickly meeting the needs of our professional customers in accordance with the principles of efficiency, maximum quality, and delivery speed. The Stellantis Pro One offer is unmatched in terms of range breadth and flexibility."

Another area of special interest for Stellantis CustomFit is the realization of camper conversions for the caravan and motorhome sector (recreational vehicles or RVs), where Stellantis Pro One is once again the undisputed market leader, working since 2006 and always at the forefront of innovation. Proof of this is the 'BacktoBack' system that connects two independent driving cabins, allowing them to move as a single vehicle, with evident efficiencies in terms of costs, logistical footprint, and environmental impact.

Stellantis Pro One has sold over 2 million campers in the last 20 years, and 75% of the vehicle fleet in this segment is built on a Ducato base. It cannot be a coincidence that for 17 consecutive years, the Ducato has been recognized as the best camper base by an authority in the field such as the German magazine Promobil.