By Cris Tolomia
Publication Date: 2026-04-16 13:23:00
Stellantis and Microsoft announced a five-year strategic collaboration this week to co-develop AI, cybersecurity, and engineering capabilities, as the automaker works to accelerate its digital transformation.
More than 100 AI initiatives are planned under the deal, to be developed by joint teams across areas including customer care, product development, and operations, the companies said. Among the specific focus areas are AI-assisted validation, predictive maintenance, and accelerating the delivery of new digital features to customers.
Stellantis plans to move its systems to Microsoft’s Azure cloud, which should reduce its datacenter size by 60% by the end of 2029. The company will also use AI-powered cyberdefense to protect its connected vehicles, factory networks, IT systems, and digital products.
“Through our collaboration with Microsoft, we are accelerating our AI momentum across the enterprise,” Stellantis Chief Engineering and Technology Officer Ned Curic said…
