China tightens grip on Europe with new battery plant in Spain
CATL, in partnership with Stellantis, is set to open one of the largest battery manufacturing facilities in Southern Europe.
In this edition of The Mobility Week in Review, we explore the latest efforts by Chinese industry to set up factories on European soil, the Spanish state-owned railway company's expansion into Italy, the challenges European cities encounter in balancing sustainability with cultural heritage, Tesla's charging infrastructure returning to growth, and the financial hurdles faced by Lilium.
Without further ado, let's dive in!
🔋 A new Chinese battery factory in Europe: short-term gain, long-term pain?
Barring any setbacks, CATL is set to launch a major battery plant in Spain through its partnership with Stellantis. This won’t be a minor operation—the facility is poised to become one of the largest in southern Europe, supplying one of Europe's top automakers and the leading car manufacturer in Spain.