Well-known Stellantis executive Tim Kuniskis is returning to the automaker effective immediately, CNBC has learned.

Tim Kuniskis, one-time host of MT 's Last Call drag racing event celebrating the Hemi V-8, and CEO of Dodge and Ram in the U.S., initially announced his retirement from executive

Tim Kuniskis, former head of Dodge and Ram, is returning to Stellantis to lead the Ram Trucks brand, effective immediately, according to sources. His return follows the unexpected resignation of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares last week amid struggles in the North American market.