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Stellantis Malaysia confirmed Leapmotor’s local assembly operations have commenced in Gurun, producing the C10 model, with plans for the B10 by 2026, underlining their growing partnership and regional strategy.
Leapmotor’s shreholders increased their stakes again, while the company reported significant vehicle sales but widening net losses.
In May 2026, UK EV registrations surged, with battery-electric vehicles growing 31%, capturing 27% market share amid declining gasoline registrations.
In May, Italy saw new vehicle registrations rise 7.64%, with Chinese brands increasing their market share significantly, led by BYD.
China’s auto industry stabilized in May, with several brands achieving record deliveries amid competitive pressures.
Global NEV sales in Q1 2026 reached 3.94 million units, with Chinese brands dominating the BEV and PHEV markets amid rising competition.
In April 2026, EU vehicle registrations rose 5.1%, driven by Chinese EV growth and a shift towards new-energy vehicles amid rising oil prices.
Leapmotor unveiled its D99 MPV interior, set for a mid-2026 launch, emphasizing flexible seating, advanced technology, and targeting higher-priced segments.
April was an exceptionally active month for China’s auto industry. The opening of the Beijing Auto Show 2026 pushed automakers…
Malaysia’s EV registrations soared 103.8% in April 2026, led by Chinese brands, particularly Proton’s e.MAS 5 model.