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Leapmotor Advances European Localization: B10 Pre-Production in Spain, B03X Launched in Italy at €19,900

In September 2026, Leapmotor began pre-production of the B10 compact battery-electric SUV at Stellantis's Zaragoza plant in Spain, using local content to avoid EU tariffs; at the same time, it launched the B03X small electric SUV in Italy at 19,900 euros to enter Europe's entry-level market. European BEV registrations in August reached 202,833 units, up 54.2% year on year, with a 30.5% market share. Chinese automakers' European localization paths are diverging: BYD tends to build multiple bases itself, while Leapmotor leverages Stellantis's production capacity.

48037 days ago

GM Reboots CarPlay; Maserati Taps Huawei and JAC for EV Production

In September 2026, General Motors announced it would reintegrate Apple CarPlay, with the new split-screen interface to be used first in the 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups. In the same period, Maserati plans to partner with Huawei and JAC, adopting the HarmonyOS Intelligent Mobility platform, intelligent driving and electric drive technologies, and JAC manufacturing to restart its pure electric models through SKD final assembly in Italy. In 2025, Maserati's global shipments were less than 8,000 units, with an adjusted loss of 198 million euros and a negative profit margin of 27.3%. The two cases show that the reverse export of Chinese automotive technology is accelerating, but the results remain to be tested.

22038 days ago

Anfia Proposes Zero Tariffs on Chinese Car Imports Within 8% Quota

Vavassori, president of the Italian automotive components association Anfia, proposed that the EU set an import quota for cars made in China, with zero tariffs for up to 8% and an 80% tariff on the portion above that, covering components as well. Chinese brands currently account for more than 9% of new car sales in the EU, and the EU's current combined tariff rate on Chinese EVs is about 18% to 45%. Italian component exports fell 4.6% in the first half, may decline 10% for the full year, and could fall 40% to 50% by 2028 without protection. Whether the proposal can enter the EU agenda remains to be seen.

51944 days ago

China Passenger Vehicle Export Overview (Jan.-Jul. 2026): Russia Leads with 524,428 Units

According to Gasgoo Automotive Research Institute, China's passenger vehicle and NEV exports continued to grow in the first seven months of 2026. Russia led with 524,428 units (+143.4% YoY), followed by Brazil with 408,393 units (+148.4% YoY). The global market footprint is becoming increasingly diversified.

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Leapmotor Advances European Localization: B10 Pre-Production in Spain, B03X Launched in Italy at €19,900

GM Reboots CarPlay; Maserati Taps Huawei and JAC for EV Production

Anfia Proposes Zero Tariffs on Chinese Car Imports Within 8% Quota

China Passenger Vehicle Export Overview (Jan.-Jul. 2026): Russia Leads with 524,428 Units

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