On November 20, Stellantis confirmed Herlander Zola, President of Stellantis South America, announced that production of the Chinese brand Leapmotor will begin in Brazil in 2026 at the Goiana Automotive Hub in Pernambuco.
The announcement was made during São Paulo International Motor Show. Leapmotor will enter the ma

On November 19, Leapmotor announced the recent establishment and commissioning of the Leapmotor Shanghai Design Center. Located at the core of Hongqiao, Shanghai, the new center houses a diversified global design team to further enhance Leapmotor’s design capabilities and popularity, and has laid a foundation for the

On November 19, Euro NCAP tested 23 new car models ahead of its updated 2026 testing standards. These include everything from electric SUVs to luxury coupés and family cars.
Out of the 23 vehicles, 18 of the models earned a 5-star rating. Although many cars now achieve 5 stars, the real difference comes from the perc

According to multiple press releases dated November 17, Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd. (Leapmotor) recently established a wholly-owned subsidiary named Beijing Ling’ai Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., with a registered capital of CNY 50 million.
The new company’s business scope covers R&D of automotive part

On November 4, Stellantis announced the official launch of Leapmotor in Brazil, introducing a completely electrified lineup.
The brand begins operations with 36 dealerships across major cities, offering an electrified and connected mobility experience.
The first models available will be the C10 Electric (BEV) and C10

According to multiple press releases, a joint power battery project between CALB Group Co., Ltd. (CALB) and Leapmotor was officially settled. Located in Wuyi County, Jinhua, Zhejiang, the project, with a total investment of CNY 7.5 billion, will contain power battery system production lines with an annual production

On October 28, Leapmotor Co., Ltd. (Leapmotor) established a wholly-owned subsidiary named Zhejiang Lingqi Intelligent Control Co., Ltd., with a registered capital of CNY 200 million.
The new company’s business scope covers manufacturing of automotive parts and accessories, R&D of automotive parts, and R&D of motors

On October 24, Stellantis Europe announces the upcoming debut of its Leapmotor C10 Design 81.9kWh AWD model, the newest addition to its electric SUV lineup.
Built on an 800V architecture, the C10 AWD delivers 598 hp and 720 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds. Its 81.9 kWh LFP battery enables

On October 16, Leapmotor introduced the D flagship platform, its latest fully in-house developed achievement with multiple technological breakthroughs, and the D19, the first flagship SUV model built on this platform. The D19 is available in REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) and EV (battery electric vehicle) var

On October 15, Leapmotor International entered the South African market with its first model i.e., C10 REEV SUV. The brand is a joint venture between Leapmotor and Stellantis, is expanding globally across Europe, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and now South Africa.
Leapmotor C10 REEV runs primarily as an electric ve

Announced on October 10, 2025, Leapmotor Thailand has launched the all-electric C-segment SUV, the Leapmotor B10, priced from THB 698,000 to THB 798,000. Deliveries are scheduled to begin on October 10, marking the model’s ASEAN debut.
The B10 EV is available in three variants (Life, Style, and Design) and comes with

On October 7, it was reported that Leapmotor, Stellantis’ seventh brand in Brazil, will launch its first vehicle, the C10 SUV, in November.
The model will be officially unveiled before the São Paulo Motor Show, where both the brand and the C10 will make their first major public appearance. The C10 will be available i

On October 1, Stellantis South Africa introduced Leapmotor. It was presented at SA Auto Week 2025, hosted by the National Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA) from October 01–03, 2025, in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Province. Following this debut, Leapmotor models will be introduced at selected dealerships na

As traditional OEMs reduce their reliance on outsourcing, Chinese automakers are stepping in.
The IAA Mobility Show in Munich highlighted a clear shift in the European auto industry; contract manufacturing, used primarily for overflow from European OEMs, is now being redefined as Chinese brands seek to establish a lo

Announced on September 18, 2025, the first batch of the Leapmotor B10 has officially arrived in Thailand. The model is set to make its ASEAN debut, with pricing to be revealed at the upcoming launch event in October.
Leapmotor Thailand reported a strong response to pre-bookings on September 15. Reservations will rema

On September 18, Stellantis Morocco’s Managing Director, in a social media post, announced the launch of Leapmotor in the Moroccan market, to be distributed through Sopriam, Stellantis’ local network.
Leapmotor brings Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) technology, offering 100% electric driving with longer range

On September 16, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ new CEO confirmed that Chinese EV brand Leapmotor will start building cars in Spain plants from 2026. The move is aimed at avoiding EU tariffs, though the exact plant location is not yet decided.
Leapmotor is expanding in Europe, and its partnership with Ste

On September 12, BYD released a statement in response to the remarks made by Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa, who publicly stated that “in Germany Leapmotor sold more than BYD”.
BYD stated that for the German market, from January to August 2025, it registered 8,610 units, while Leapmotor registered 3,536 units. In the

On September 8, Leapmotor made its global debut of the B05 and launched the B10 at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich.
Leapmotor B05 is a sport C-hatchback which gives it a sleek, muscular look with frameless doors. It measures 4,430 mm × 1,880 mm × 1,520 mm (LxWxH) and wheelbase of 2,735 mm.
Leapmotor B10 electric C-SUV of

On September 3, Parkopedia announced that it has been selected to provide high-quality EV charging services to all Leapmotor models outside of China, starting with the B10 crossover. From deliveries in late 2025, Leapmotor drivers outside of China will benefit from Parkopedia’s static, dynamic, and tariff EV charging