XPeng Partners With Magna to Build EVs in Europe

Chinese electric-vehicle maker XPeng Motors has begun localized production in Europe through a partnership with automotive manufacturer Magna Steyr, a strategic pivot as Chinese carmakers navigate mounting trade barriers in the region.

XPeng announced Monday that production of its G6 and G9 sport-utility models began in the third quarter at Magna’s facility in Austria. The first batch of Europe-built XPeng vehicles has already rolled off the production line. The company said the plant will later add sedans and additional SUV models to its European portfolio.