Leapmotor’s B10 electric SUV, now produced in Spain, meets strict EU local content rules, allowing it to bypass the steep 30.7% tariff imposed on Chinese-made electric vehicles. The move highlights how automakers are strategically shifting production within Europe to avoid trade barriers and reduce costs for consumers. With the EU pushing for greater domestic manufacturing, this development could set a precedent for other Chinese brands eyeing the European market. The decision underscores the growing tension between trade policies and global supply chain strategies in the automotive industry.
Leapmotor's B10 electric SUV production in Spain generates enough local content to qualify as European-made, avoiding a 30.7 percent tariff on Chinese imports.
