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STELLANTIS PARTNERS WITH LEAPMOTOR FOR ITALIAN EV

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
TUE, MAY 19, 2026

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Stellantis plans to manufacture an affordable compact electric vehicle in Italy with Chinese automaker Leapmotor. The partnership aims to reduce production costs and leverage Leapmotor's competitive EV technology.

The Fiat owner will produce the vehicle domestically as part of its strategy to compete in the cost-sensitive EV market. Leapmotor, a Beijing-based manufacturer backed by Geely, brings expertise in affordable electric vehicles to the collaboration. Stellantis has faced pressure to accelerate its EV lineup while managing manufacturing expenses. The Italian production facility will help the company meet European demand for budget-friendly electric cars without significantly expanding capital investment. The move strengthens Stellantis' position against competitors offering lower-priced EVs. It also signals the company's commitment to maintaining manufacturing operations in Italy while modernizing its product portfolio. Details on vehicle specifications, timeline, and production volume remain limited. The partnership represents a growing trend of Western automakers collaborating with Chinese firms to access EV technology and cost advantages.

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