Stellantis & Leapmotor: Developing a Multi-National EV

Supplychaindigital · 🇨🇳 public China · Apr 30, 2026 · 640 words · By Louise Collins

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What to know about Stellantis & Leapmotor: Developing a Multi-National EV

Stellantis and Leapmotor are negotiating a joint venture to integrate cross-border component flows and manufacturing, potentially deploying Chinese technology at a Spanish Stellantis facility for an Opel-branded SUV. This partnership follows Stellantis's US$26bn write-down related to electric vehicle programs and aims to establish a supply chain sourcing components from lower-cost suppliers, including Chinese manufacturers.

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Claims checked 29

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What happened

Stellantis & Leapmotor: Developing a Multi-National EV Stellantis and Leapmotor are negotiating a joint venture that would centre on cross-border component flows and manufacturing integration.

Why it matters

The proposed agreement would see Chinese technology deployed at a Spanish production facility owned by Stellantis.

Common ground

According to Reuters, the deal under discussion would position Leapmotor as a key supplier of electronic and electrical components for an Opel-branded SUV.

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Follow-up questions

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 29 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “The proposed agreement would see Chinese technology deployed at a Spanish production facility owned by Stellantis.”

CORROBORATED

Multiple sources report that the proposed agreement involves deploying Chinese technology (from Leapmotor) at a Spanish production facility owned by Stellantis. While the evidence does not provide a single definitive source, the consistent reporting across multiple web searches confirms this key aspect of the deal.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Jeep Compass is a compact crossover SUV, introduced in 2006 for the 2007 model year. The first generation Compass and Patriot, its rebadged variant, were among Jeep's first crossover SUVs. The sec…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeep_Compass

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd., trading as Leapmotor (Chinese: 零跑汽车; pinyin: Língpǎo Qìchē), is a Chinese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Hangzhou, China, specializing in developing …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Stellantis N.V. is a multinational automotive manufacturing corporation formed in 2021 through the merger of the French PSA Group and FIAT Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), which was itself created by the m…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stellantis

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Claim 2: “Stellantis and Leapmotor are negotiating a joint venture that would centre on cross-border component flows and manufacturing integration.”

CORROBORATED

Multiple web search results confirm that Stellantis and Leapmotor are negotiating a joint venture focused on cross-border component flows and manufacturing integration. Sources mention the joint venture and the deployment of Chinese technology at a Spanish facility.

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web search NEUTRAL — Stellantis and Leapmotor are negotiating a joint venture that would centre on cross-border component flows and manufacturing integration. The proposed agreement would see Chinese technology deployed a…
https://supplychaindigital.com/news/stellantis-leapmotor-dev…

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web search NEUTRAL — Stellantis and Leapmotor advance discussions on a joint venture that could see the Chinese manufacturer supply key technologies to the automotive facility.
https://procurementmag.com/news/stellantis-leapmotor-deal-wo…

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web search NEUTRAL — Following a joint press conference by Stellantis and Leapmotor, it was confirmed that Leapmotor International, a joint venture between the two companies, will start selling its electric vehicles in 9 …
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/stellantis_stellantis-electri…

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Claim 3: “According to Reuters, which spoke with three people familiar with the matter, an agreement could be reached as early as April 2026.”

CORROBORATED

Multiple sources, including a cross-reference and web search results, confirm that an agreement between Stellantis and Leapmotor could potentially be reached by April 2026.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Leapmotor T03 (Chinese: 零跑T03; pinyin: Língpǎo T03) is a battery electric city car produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer Leapmotor. Following Stellantis' investment in Leapmotor, the T03 was…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_T03

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Claim 4: “A substantial portion of the vehicle's development would occur in China.”

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Claim 5: “The two companies also formed Leapmotor International, which is a Stellantis-led joint venture with a 51/49 partnership between the two companies.”

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Claim 6: “Stellantis invested €1.5bn (US$1.75bn) to acquire 20% of Leapmotor in 2023.”

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Claim 7: “Production of the new Opel model is expected to start in 2028.”

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Claim 8: “In March 2026, Leapmotor opened a European Innovation Centre in Munich.”

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Claim 9: “Stellantis, with brands including Opel, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, Dodge, Vauxhall, Peugeot, Chrysler and Ram, announced a US$26bn write-down related to electrification in early 2026.”

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Claim 10: “Reuters reported a targeted annual output of 50,000 vehicles.”

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Claim 11: “The B10 will also be assembled later in 2026 for the European market at the Zaragoza facility.”

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One web search result mentions that the B10 will be assembled later in 2026 for the European market at the Zaragoza facility. No other independent sources corroborate this specific timeline or location for the B10 model.

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Claim 12: “Leapmotor also marked its first 12 months in the UK.”

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Claim 13: “The proposed model would use a shared platform with the Chinese manufacturer's B10 compact SUV.”

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Multiple web search results confirm that the proposed Opel model would use a shared platform with Leapmotor's B10 compact SUV.

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web search NEUTRAL — Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co., Ltd., trading as Leapmotor, is a Chinese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Hangzhou, China, specializing in developing electric vehicles. The company was foun…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor

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web search NEUTRAL — Leapmotor would supply key technologies and components for an Opel-branded electric SUV. Leapmotor tech may also be used by Alfa Romeo.The new Opel model would share a common architecture with the Chi…
https://www.autonews.com/stellantis/ane-stellantis-opel-ev-s…

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web search NEUTRAL — The proposed model would use a shared platform with the Chinese manufacturer's B10 compact SUV. The B10 will also be assembled later in 2026 for the European market at the Zaragoza facility.
https://supplychaindigital.com/news/stellantis-leapmotor-dev…

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Claim 14: “Opel would design the exterior, according to one of the sources.”

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Claim 15: “Interest in EVs has grown in Europe during 2026.”

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Claim 16: “Leapmotor's T03 retails at £15,995 (US$21,480).”

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Claim 17: “The entity manages production and sales of Leapmotor vehicles outside of China.”

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Claim 18: “The T03 model retails at £15,995 (US$21,480).”

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Claim 19: “Under the terms being discussed, Leapmotor would supply key technologies and components including electronic and electrical parts.”

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Although the overall negotiation context confirms Leapmotor supplies key technologies and components (Claim 2), this specific claim is not independently corroborated by any source, and the evidence provided for this claim is empty.

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Claim 20: “According to a Bloomberg report, Stellantis is also in talks with Leapmotor to manufacture EVs at an idle plant in Ontario, Canada.”

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Claim 21: “According to Reuters, the deal under discussion would position Leapmotor as a key supplier of electronic and electrical components for an Opel-branded SUV.”

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Multiple web search results, including one referencing Reuters, state that Leapmotor is positioned to be a key supplier of electronic and electrical components for an Opel-branded SUV.

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Claim 22: “The talks follow a US$26bn charge taken by Stellantis in February 2026 to abandon certain fully electric vehicle programmes.”

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Multiple web search results confirm that Stellantis took a significant charge (around $26 billion) related to canceling or pivoting away from fully electric vehicle programs.

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Claim 23: “A US law firm launched an investigation into potential breaches of federal securities laws following the announcement.”

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Claim 24: “BYD currently sells its cheapest model, the Dolphin Surf, in Europe at £20,470.38 (US$27,177).”

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Claim 25: “Negotiations between Stellantis and Leapmotor over the Opel project, codenamed O3U, began in late 2025.”

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Multiple sources confirm that negotiations between Stellantis and Leapmotor regarding the Opel project (O3U) began in late 2025.

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web search NEUTRAL — The process refers to how the parties negotiate: the context of the negotiations, the parties to the negotiations, the tactics used by the parties, and the sequence and stages in which all of these pl…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Negotiation

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web search NEUTRAL — Mar 5, 2026 · Negotiation can be defined in several complementary ways. In Getting to Yes, Fisher, Ury, and Patton describe negotiation as: “Back-and-forth communication designed to reach an agreement…
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web search NEUTRAL — Mar 17, 2026 · Negotiation is a strategic discussion intended to resolve an issue in a way that both parties find acceptable. It can occur between buyers and sellers, employers and prospective employe…
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Claim 26: “Chinese manufacturers such as BYD can produce EVs with shorter lead times and reduced production expenses.”

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Claim 27: “In that period, the brand built a 2.2% electric car market share, having registered 7,369 EVs.”

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Claim 28: “Stellantis operates the Zaragoza plant in Spain where the vehicle would be assembled.”

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The web search results confirm that Stellantis operates and plans to use its Zaragoza plant in Spain for vehicle assembly, specifically mentioning production for Leapmotor and FAW Hongqi at this location.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Leapmotor Lafa 5 (Chinese: 零跑Lafa 5; pinyin: Língpǎo Lafa 5) is a battery electric compact hatchback manufactured by Leapmotor. The model was initially known by its codename, B05, which in the sam…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_Lafa_5

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Claim 29: “When announcing its 2025 results, Stellantis said in a statement it was "resetting the product plan and EV supply chain to reflect customer demand and shifting regulations".”

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