1 October 2025

Leapmotor heading this way


This is the first wave of the Leapmotor invasion team of B10 SUVs, heading for Europe showrooms via shipping company Grimaldi Lines, writes Brian Byrne. The Chinese carmaker expects to have more than 700 sales and service outlets in nearly 30 international markets, including Ireland, by the end of this year.

The brand is a strategic partnership between Stellantis, one of the world’s largest mobility companies, and Leapmotor. The cars will be marketed in Ireland by Gowan Auto, the exclusive importer and distributor of Stellantis brands in Ireland, including Alfa Romeo, Citroën, DS, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Opel, and Peugeot, together with Honda. 

Leapmotor B10 is set to arrive in Ireland in the coming weeks.