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Stellantis Eyes China EV Production in Mexico
22 May
Summary
- Stellantis CEO sees North American partnership opportunities.
- Chinese-branded vehicles might be produced outside the U.S.
- Mexico and Canada are considered potential production sites.
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa has indicated that the automotive giant sees potential for expanding its North American partnerships. These collaborations could involve utilizing existing plants to increase sales and production.
Filosa specifically mentioned the possibility of producing vehicles from Chinese automaker Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co. in Mexico, and possibly Canada. However, he explicitly stated that there is no current opportunity for such ventures within the United States.
These discussions come amidst broader concerns among legacy automakers regarding the entry of Chinese automotive companies into the North American market. Executives have voiced worries about these operations potentially serving as a direct route to American consumers.
