Benteler Group became a system partner for the Leapmotor D19's integrated chassis development program.
The company provided engineering expertise and took responsibility for key chassis-related functions, focusing on safety, structural performance, and seamless system integration to support reliable series production

AUMOVIO SE announced at Auto China 2026 a further deepening of its partnership with Leapmotor to support the automaker's globalization strategy and the high-quality development of its overseas business.
AUMOVIO will support Leapmotor's overseas expansion through its global engineering service network, multi-regional

On May 15, Stellantis and Leapmotor’s JV, Leapmotor International (LPMI), announced that it is expanding its logistics partnership with Grimaldi Group, Italy across Europe.
The program uses Grimaldi’s large car carrier ships, which are part of a new fleet of 17 vessels, each able to carry over 9,000 vehicles. To supp

On May 8, Stellantis announced that it is looking to expand its partnership with Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd, after early positive results.
First, they are considering adding a new production line at Stellantis’ Figueruelas plant, Spain, to build a new Opel electric C-SUV, possibly starting in 2028. Leapmo

On April 24, Leapmotor announced that it will showcase its full product lineup consisting of the A, B, C and D-series models at the Auto China 2026. The vehicles on display belong to multiple segments, including sedan, SUV and MPV, with battery electric and extended-range powertrain types both available. Additionally

On April 23, Stellantis announced the European launch of the Leapmotor B05, a new C-segment electric hatchback and the brand’s first sporty electric model in the region.
The B05 is powered by a rear-wheel-drive electric system delivering 218 hp and 240 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Two

On April 16, Leapmotor announced the official launch of its new flagship large SUV, the D19. The model is available in REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) and EV (battery electric vehicle) versions, with a total of seven variants, priced from CNY 219,800 to CNY 269,800.
The D19 offers both six-seat and seven-seat

On April 19, QNX, a division of BlackBerry Limited, announced that Leapmotor has selected QNX technology to serve as the foundational software platform for its forthcoming premium electric SUV, the D19. At the heart of the new D19 is a high performance central controller built on the QNX Software Development Platform

On April 15, the Bukhara regional administration announced that Leapmotor will assemble B10, B10L, A10, C01, and C16 car models in Uzbekistan. The project's production and revenue plan is set at 20,000 cars (USD 50 million) in 2026, 40,000 cars (USD 100 million) in 2027, 60,000 cars (USD 150 million) in 2028, 100,000

On April 15, the Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade of Uzbekistan, in a social media post, announced that its minister held a meeting with the Vice President of Leapmotor to discuss the initiation of a joint electric vehicle manufacturing project.
The dialogue centered on achieving a high degree of localizat

On April 8, Stellantis Italy announced that it has opened orders for the new Leapmotor T03 Van, a fully electric LCV designed for professional urban use. It has compact exterior dimensions and a practical cargo space with a capacity of up to 657 litres.
The van runs on a 100% electric powertrain and offers a driving

On April 6, Stellantis announced that the first Leapmotor models to be locally produced in Brazil will be the B10 and C10 SUVs at its plant in Goiana.
The project is part of the company’s strategy to expand Leapmotor’s presence in Brazil and South America. The Goiana Automotive Hub is being expanded to accommodate pr

On April 2, Leapmotor announced that it is speeding up the launch of new models in Europe. Its new flagship SUV, the D19, will be revealed on April 16, 2026. Soon after, at the Beijing Auto Show on April 24, the company will also showcase the Ultra version of the Lafa 5 (B05), a rear-wheel-drive electric hatchback de

On April 2, the President of Uzbekistan chaired a meeting to review the ongoing reforms in the Bukhara region. During the meeting, he announced that in the Kagan district, a project is being planned to launch the production of 80,000 electric and hybrid vehicles annually, in partnership with the Chinese company Leapm

Stellantis is reportedly in talks over options for building electric vehicles (EVs) in Canada with Chinese partner, Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., according to people familiar with the matter. The development follows on changes in Canadian industrial policy as a result of imposition of tariffs and other pressures

On March 26, Zhejiang LeapEnergy Technology Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd. (Leapmotor), established a wholly-owned subsidiary named Zhejiang Linghao Thermal Control Co., Ltd., with a registered capital of CNY 72 million.
The new company’s business scope covers manufact

On March 26, Leapmotor launched the A10 small battery electric SUV. The vehicle model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 65,800 to CNY 86,800.
The A10 measures 4,270mm long, 1,810mm wide, and 1,635mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,605mm.
The A10 features a front-motor FWD layout. Equipped with a

On March 20, Leapmotor opened its first overseas innovation center in Munich, located in the Schwabing-Freimann district, a hub for technology, design, and automotive innovation. This marks a shift from exporting cars to also designing and developing them globally.
The center will act as a creative hub, combining Lea

On March 16, Leapmotor announced on the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) its 2025 annual financial report, which contains assisted driving technology plans for 2026.
In February 2026, Leapmotor rolled out CNAP (City Navigation-Assisted Driving) across B/C platforms for the first time, covering multiple

Reported on March 15, 2026, Stellantis partnered with Indomobil Group to introduce Leapmotor electric vehicles in Indonesia from 2026. Under the agreement signed in Jakarta, PT Indomobil National Distributor will serve as the local distributor for the brand.
Leapmotor vehicles for the Indonesian market are also expec