China’s Rolls-Royce Rival May Have Found A Shortcut Into Europe
Hongqi may build EVs in Spain at a Stellantis plant, fast-tracking its European expansion. Its heritage could be a selling point—or a liability—in Europe. Chinese automakers are increasingly using EU factories to avoid tariffs and scale faster. For years, European automakers were worried that it was only a matter of time before Chinese brands would […]
$10,000 Leapmotor A10 is the new-age Neon Stellantis needs
Stellantis’ US operations are in desperate need of new, modern, affordable products that aren’t tainted by the toxic meatheads shredding tires with their Hemi V8s. A new-age Neon, tucked in at just under $20,000 with zippy performance and a simple, unpretentious interior could be just what dealers need to bring in new buyers. I’ve argued […]
Flagship Leapmotor D19 SUV unveiled: EV and range-extender hybrid powertrain options for three-row BYD Sealion 8 and Kia EV9 fighter
Leapmotor has revealed a three-row SUV called the D19 that looks ready-made for Australia. It shapes as a rival for the likes of the all-electric Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, incoming BYD Sealion 8 and other large family SUVs such as the Toyota Kluger Hybrid. The new Leapmotor D19 is set for a launch […]