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Leapmotor history under Stellantis Group. Origin: China. Status: Active. Leapmotor is a Chinese EV manufacturer founded in 2015 that gained prominence through affordable, tech-forward electric vehicles and a landmark 2023 partnership with Stellantis.
Chronological Storyline (18 Milestones)
Dec 1, 2015 CE
Leapmotor founded in Hangzhou
Zhu Jiangming established Leapmotor (Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology) in Hangzhou, backed by Dahua Technology, aiming to create affordable yet technologically advanced electric vehicles. #China #Independent #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor
位于杭州滨江芯图大厦的零跑汽车总部 By Huandy618 - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=160659464
Nov 1, 2017 CE
LP-S01 coupe debuts at brand launch
At its inaugural brand launch event in Hangzhou, Leapmotor presented the LP-S01 concept, an electric coupe targeting the entry-level market with a focus on accessible performance and connectivity. #China #Independent #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_S01
Leapmotor S01 By Jengtingchen - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=172607926
Jun 1, 2018 CE
First production car S01 revealed
Leapmotor officially revealed the S01, a two-door electric coupe, marking the startup's transition from concept to production-ready vehicle with integrated internet connectivity. #China #Independent #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_S01
Aug 1, 2019 CE
Leapmotor S01 enters the market
The S01 officially launched in the Chinese market, offering a range of up to 305 km and featuring biometric entry systems, representing the brand's first commercial sales. #China #Independent #DriveByWire · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_S01
May 11, 2020 CE
T03 city car launched
Leapmotor introduced the T03, a compact city car priced aggressively to compete in China's subsidized NEV market, quickly becoming the brand's volume leader. #China #Independent #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_T03
一輛零跑T03,拍攝於中國廣東省深圳市福田區 By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=132387240
Oct 27, 2020 CE
C11 SUV officially unveiled
The company unveiled the C11, a mid-size electric SUV featuring a self-developed Heracles electric drive platform and advanced driver assistance systems. #China #Independent #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_C11
A 2020 Leapmotor C11 photographed in Zhuhai, Guangdong province, China By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=130679516
Jul 15, 2021 CE
C11 production begins
Leapmotor commenced mass production of the C11 SUV, a vehicle notable for its high cost-performance ratio and extensive use of self-developed core electric vehicle technologies. #China #Independent #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_C11
Sep 28, 2021 CE
IPO filing on Hong Kong Exchange
Leapmotor submitted its prospectus to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for an initial public offering, aiming to raise capital to fund R&D and expand production capacity. #China #Independent #800VArchitecture · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor
Apr 25, 2022 CE
C01 sedan debuts at Beijing Auto Show
The brand launched the C01 full-size sedan, notable for being the first mass-produced vehicle to feature cell-to-chassis (CTC) battery integration technology. #China #Independent #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_C01
Leapmotor C01 By Quzhouliulian - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=172598575
Sep 29, 2022 CE
Leapmotor goes public in HK
Leapmotor International Trading Company Limited officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, raising approximately HK$6.07 billion to fund its future growth. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor
May 10, 2023 CE
C10 SUV revealed at Munich show
The Leapmotor C10, a family-oriented SUV built on the new LEAP 3.0 architecture, was unveiled, showcasing the brand's latest advancements in intelligent driving and safety. #China #Independent #800VArchitecture · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_C10
Leapmotor_C10_EREV_Classic-Gala_2025 at Classic-Gala 2025 By Alexander-93 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=174611954
Oct 26, 2023 CE
Stellantis acquires 20% stake
Stellantis N.V. invested €1.5 billion to acquire a 20% stake in Leapmotor, forming Leapmotor International to expand the brand's sales outside of China. #China #Stellantis #800VArchitecture · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stellantis
Nov 2, 2023 CE
Leapmotor International JV formed
Stellantis and Leapmotor officially launched the Leapmotor International joint venture, with Stellantis holding 51% control to manage export, sales, and manufacturing in global markets. #China #Stellantis #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stellantis
Mar 6, 2024 CE
T03 and C10 launch in Europe
Leapmotor began its European expansion with the launch of the T03 city car and C10 SUV, initially rolling out in several European countries including France, Italy, and Germany. #China #Stellantis #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_T03
Jun 28, 2024 CE
A12 compact sedan unveiled
Leapmotor introduced the A12, a compact electric sedan designed to further penetrate the high-volume entry-level segment in both domestic and international markets. #China #Stellantis #DriveByWire · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor
Sep 22, 2024 CE
B10 SUV debuts at Paris Auto Show
At the Paris Motor Show, Leapmotor presented the B10, a new compact SUV on the LEAP 3.5 platform, signaling its push into the European compact SUV market. #China #Stellantis #800VArchitecture · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_B10
Leapmotor announced it had surpassed 500,000 cumulative global sales, driven by the strong performance of the C11, C10, and T03 models across China and Europe. #China #Stellantis #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor
Apr 15, 2025 CE
B01 sedan revealed at Auto Shanghai
The brand unveiled the B01 electric sedan at the Shanghai Auto Show, expanding its B-segment lineup with a focus on aerodynamic efficiency and advanced cabin tech. #China #Stellantis #DualMotor · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leapmotor_B01
Leapmotor B01 By JustAnotherCarDesigner - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=179338845