US EditionSRT Is Making a Comeback, and Tim Kuniskis Is Leading the Charge
- Earlier this week, Stellantis announced that Tim Kuniskis will oversee all American brands, North American marketing, and the revived SRT division.
- FCA-PSA merger led to SRT's quiet disbandment, eroding enthusiast trust after retiring Hemi V8s and poorly received electric muscle cars, prompting Kuniskis's return.
- Stellantis reports Durango SRT Hellcat is currently its only SRT model, with plans to oversee performance parts and North American motorsports across four brands, including recruiting top engineers.
- Stellantis' motorsports reentry includes NHRA drag racing and a 2026 NASCAR Truck Series return, as CEO Antonio Filosa emphasized reconnecting with customers and driving brand engagement.
- In early 2026, Stellantis plans 25 new launches, the return of V-8 Hemi engines, and Ram's reentry into NASCAR's truck series, aiming to restore performance legacy.
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Tim Kuniskis, the new head of Stellantis' American brands, is reviving one legend after another. After resurrecting the Ram pickups with V8 engines, he announced the return of the SRT division, which in the past was behind the design of a number of impressive sports models.
New Stellantis CEO promotes Kuniskis, brings back SRT division - Los Angeles Weekly Times
Tim Kuniskis, head of NAFTA Passenger Car Brands for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, speaks during the reveal of the Fiat Chrysler 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon sports vehicle ahead of the 2017 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) in New York, U.S., on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Mark Kauzlarich | Bloomberg | Getty Images New Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa, who took over the top job one week ago, has made his first major leadership move, promot…
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