# Leapmotor electric vehicle market expansion and technicality > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/leapmotor-electric-vehicle-market-expansion-and-technicality > Updated: 2026-09-26T23:35:21.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Leapmotor is expanding its global electric vehicle presence while facing localized technical scrutiny. In Italy, reports emerged regarding battery charging malfunctions in the Leapmotor T03 model. A vehicle owner reported a charging block that required a system reset, though service technicians could not identify a specific cause. Technical assistance reportedly noted that such failures occur with “some frequency,” though no specific prevention or self-diagnosis methods were provided to the user. Simultaneously, the brand is advancing its market reach in Australia. The Leapmotor B03 has received government approval for sale, featuring two motor variants—a 130kW unit and a 145kW version—both producing 200Nm of torque. The B03 is expected to compete in the budget electric vehicle segment, with the B03X SUV variant potentially entering the market with a starting price of approximately $30,000. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-26: Chinese EV brands expand presence in Australian market Chinese EV makers are expanding in Australia, with BYD growing its fleet sales to 20 per cent and Leapmotor receiving government approval for the B03 model. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leapmotor-b03-electric-vehicle-approved-for-sale-in-australia ### 2026-09-13: Leapmotor T03 battery charging issues raise service concerns A Leapmotor T03 owner reported recurring battery charging issues in Italy, where service technicians confirmed the frequency of the fault but could not identify a specific cause or prevention method. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leapmotor-t03-battery-charging-issues-raise-service-concerns --- Cite as: Leapmotor electric vehicle market expansion and technicality. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/leapmotor-electric-vehicle-market-expansion-and-technicality