European Automakers Look East: Stellantis Deepens Ties with Chinese Partners In a move that signals a significant shift in the global automotive landscape, Stellantis, the parent company of renowned brands such as Peugeot and Citroen, is strengthening its partnerships with Chinese companies in both Europe and China. The latest development sees the company deepen its cooperation with Leapmotor, a leading Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer, in the European market. This strategic move comes on the heels of Stellantis reviving its partnership with Dongfeng, a major Chinese automaker, in China. While Stellantis remains tight-lipped about potential future collaborations, industry insiders believe the company may be exploring similar partnerships with other Chinese players to tap into the country's growing electric vehicle market and technological expertise.


Stellantis plans to deepen its cooperation with China’s Leapmotor in Europe and has recently revived its partnership with Dongfeng in China. The company also does not rule out exploring similar ...