Stellantis and Leapmotor to Develop Opel Electric SUV in Spain

Stellantis is in advanced negotiations with China's Leapmotor to co-develop a new electric SUV under the Opel brand. The partnership aims to integrate advanced Chinese EV technology into the Stellantis European portfolio to enhance market competitiveness. According to reports, the new vehicle will be manufactured at the Stellantis plant in Zaragoza, Spain. This strategic move is designed to lower development costs and accelerate the rollout of electric vehicles across the continent. For Leapmotor, the deal provides a significant manufacturing foothold within the European market. The collaboration highlights a growing trend of global automakers leveraging Chinese expertise to navigate the transition to sustainable mobility.