Leapmotor ships first EVs to European market

The new joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor has shipped its first batch of electric vehicles to Europe.

Leapmotor International plans to sell the new models, the C10 and T03, from 200 locations around Europe by the end of the year, and from 500 locations by the end of 2026.

Sales in the UK are expected to begin next March.

Leapmotor has also said it plans to escape the 30%-38% import tariff imposed by the EU on vehicles produced in China by moving manufacturing to Europe.

Leapmotor ships first EVs to European market

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares said: “The shipment of Leapmotor C10 and T03 vehicles to Europe this month is a landmark moment in the partnership between Stellantis and Leapmotor.

“This demonstrates our commitment to providing innovative, affordable and sustainable mobility solutions to our customers. Relying on Stellantis’ strong business assets in Europe and the hard work of our companies’ teams on guaranteeing product innovation and quality,

“I strongly believe that Leapmotor’s electric vehicles will be widely accepted by European customers. We are excited about the opportunities this partnership brings and look forward to a successful journey together.”

Leapmotor has sold more than 400,000 EVs in China in the first half of July alone.