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Vince Bond Jr.
Reporter covering Stellantis, marketing and diversity for Automotive News
vbond@crain.com
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Vince Bond Jr. covers Stellantis, marketing and diversity issues. Past works include an in-depth look into the idling of the Belvidere Assembly plant in Illinois that produced the Jeep Cherokee and how COVID deaths among autoworkers in 2020 left emotional voids at assembly plants. Bond was part of a team that won a Neal Award for its coverage of the 2023 UAW negotiations. He previously covered digital retail technologies as well as Mazda, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Kia & Mitsubishi. A 2010 graduate of Michigan State University, Bond joined Automotive News in May 2012.

Latest from Vince Bond Jr.

100 years in, Chrysler still striving to innovate

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That thing’s got a Hemi again: Ram revives roaring V-8

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Stellantis names Sebastien Jacquet as new quality chief

Jacquet previously was deputy chief engineering and technology officer in addition to head of cross car line and project engineering.

First wind tunnel, turbine cars and minivans: 100 years of Chrysler innovations

Chrysler's first century was marked by intriguing designs, engaging muscle cars, the creation of the minivan segment and resilience through multiple stretches of financial peril.

New Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa faces series of hurdles

Filosa’s ability to honestly assess where Stellantis has erred in recent years could prove vital as he works to repair relationships with dealers, suppliers and employees.

Jeep reveals next-gen Cherokee coming in late 2025

Jeep has released the first images of the next-generation Cherokee as the brand updates its portfolio amid slumping U.S. sales.

Stellantis dealers embrace choice of Antonio Filosa as CEO

Filosa planned to speak to the automaker’s dealer council hours after Stellantis named him CEO.

Stellantis names top U.S. executive Antonio Filosa as CEO, with rebuilding task ahead

Antonio Filosa will face immediate challenges, including navigating President Donald Trump's tariffs on imported cars.

Who is new Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa?

On his way up, Antonio Filosa had a hand in purchasing, logistics, strategic planning, financial services and even management of a plant in Brazil.

Jeep Wagoneer with extended-range technology spotted on road test

The hybridized Jeep Wagoneer with extended-range technology has been seen during recent road testing.

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