# Automotive industry

Leapmotor Posts 27% Year‑on‑Year Rise in January Deliveries as China EV Demand Shows Early Momentum

Leapmotor delivered 32,059 vehicles in January, a 27% year‑on‑year increase, signaling early‑year demand momentum for the Chinese EV maker. The rise is encouraging for a smaller independent rival, but sustaining growth while protecting margins will be the key challenge amid intense domestic competition.