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Leapmotor: "We're not simply assembling parts that come from China"

The Chinese car manufacturer produces vehicles through a joint venture with partner Stellantis. Leapmotor International CEO Danilo Annese explains how "Made in Europe" is supposed to continue.

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Leapmotor: "We're not simply assembling parts that come from China"

Leapmotor, a Chinese car manufacturer, has started production in Spain, its first in Europe. The company's International CEO, Danilo Annese, said Europe is a key region for Leapmotor, with Spain's Stellantis plant in Saragossa producing the B10 compact SUV since mid-October. The plant will also start producing the B05 compact car in the first quarter of 2027.

Leapmotor International is a joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor, with Stellantis holding 51% and Leapmotor 49%. The partnership allows Leapmotor to utilize Stellantis' European distribution networks.

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