Stellantis is in advanced talks to develop Opel EV with China's Leapmotor, according to sources. The new model would share a common architecture with the Chinese automaker's B10 compact SUV, and production of the Opel model is expected to start in 2028 with a targeted annual output of 50,000 vehicles. The agreement could be reached as early as this month. Stellantis, which acquired a fifth of Chinese company Leapmot in 2023, is also seeking to combat competition from other Chinese brands in Europe and increase the utilisation rate at its European plants. The discussions between the two automakers have not been previously reported. Stellsantis also plans to use Leapmott's EV technologies for developing the next-generation Opel Mokka B SUV.