Chinese EV maker BYD eyes idle European plants (opens in new tab)

BYD is in talks with Stellantis and other automakers about buying underused European car plants, according to multiple reports. The reports said existing European sites could give BYD a route to local production alongside new factory construction. Euronews, Frandroid, The Guardian and SCMP reported on possible brand targets, other Chinese buyers and European manufacturers’ capacity decisions.Highlights:Brand interest: Euronews reported that BYD is eyeing Maserati, while Frandroid said the com...