Leapmotor Expands Electric Vehicle Sales Into Europe
The manufacturer is using a new partnership with Stellantis to provide sales and service support to European car buyers.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Leapmotor is expanding its electric vehicle presence into the European market through a joint venture with Stellantis. This partnership, which has been in development since 2023, leverages a network of nearly 1,700 service locations to support European customers.
Why it matters
This expansion aims to provide European drivers with new options for electric vehicle technology at competitive price points. By utilizing the existing Stellantis after-sales network, the collaboration attempts to address typical concerns regarding service and parts support for emerging automotive brands.
The brand maintains a global footprint across 40 markets and 1,700 locations. Since its 2015 founding, total deliveries have surpassed one million units, including over 600,000 sales in 2025 alone.
The players
Leapmotor
A China-based electric vehicle manufacturer known for scaling production rapidly since 2015.
Stellantis
A multinational automotive corporation that manages a diverse portfolio of vehicle brands and provides extensive service networks.
The details
The joint venture is structured with Stellantis holding a 51 percent majority stake, while Leapmotor holds 49 percent. This structure facilitates access to established European sales and after-sales channels, which Leapmotor utilizes to manage maintenance and technical support for its vehicles. The brand further bolstered its European footprint in March 2026 by opening an innovation center in Munich to localize research and development efforts.
Timeline
Leapmotor was founded in 2015.
Stellantis invested in the joint venture in 2023.
Leapmotor sold more than 600,000 vehicles in 2025.
A new innovation center opened in Munich in March 2026.
The Home Front
This move reflects the ongoing trend of Chinese electric vehicle brands integrating into international markets through established manufacturer partnerships. It underscores the broader shift toward globalized service models for electric vehicles as consumers look for long-term maintenance support.
If you are considering a new electric vehicle, check if your local service center has been added to the joint venture network to ensure future access to parts and repairs. Review the manufacturer's official documentation for warranty coverage terms that apply to your specific region.
The takeaway
The partnership between Leapmotor and Stellantis highlights how new electric vehicle brands are bridging the support gap for international buyers. Research the availability of local service centers and warranty support before committing to a new vehicle brand in your market.
Further reading
For more on the current landscape of battery-powered transit, explore the latest updates in our Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cyprus Mail.
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