"Automakers Take a Leap Forward in Electric Vehicles: Stellantis and Leapmotor Announce Expanded Partnership. In a move to accelerate the global transition to electric vehicles, Stellantis, the parent company of Opel, and Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Leapmotor have announced plans to strengthen their joint venture. The partnership will see the launch of a new Opel electric SUV, while also expanding production capacity in Spain and implementing integrated purchasing strategies to reduce the costs associated with producing electric vehicles. By streamlining operations and leveraging each other's expertise, the two companies aim to make electric vehicles more affordable and accessible to consumers worldwide."


Stellantis and China's Leapmotor will deepen their joint venture with a new Opel electric SUV, expanded production in Spain, and integrated purchasing to lower EV costs.