# Stellantis global expansion and strategic partnerships > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/stellantis-global-expansion-and-strategic-partnerships > Updated: 2026-09-07T05:40:56.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 3. Stellantis is pursuing several strategic expansions and partnerships to strengthen its global presence and technological capabilities. In August 2026, the company established an 8.2 billion yuan ($1.2 billion) joint venture with Dongfeng in Wuhan, China. Named Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroen Automotive Technology Co., this partnership intends to utilize Chinese electric vehicle technology to manufacture and export electrified Jeep and Peugeot models to international markets beginning in 2027. Simultaneously, Stellantis expanded its retail footprint in South Korea by opening a new Brand House in Seoul to co-locate Jeep and Peugeot brands. By September 2026, reports emerged regarding advanced negotiations between Stellantis, Huawei, and the JAC Group to establish a long-term industrial partnership for Maserati. This collaboration aims to integrate Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility digital architecture into future models to accelerate the brand’s transition to connected and electric vehicles. The proposed strategy involves a dual-branding approach where vehicles are sold under JAC’s Maextro brand in China while retaining the Maserati emblem for international markets. This move is viewed as a potential response to Maserati’s recent financial challenges, including an adjusted operating loss of 198 million euros and a period where the brand delivered fewer than 8,000 vehicles. The agreement is expected to support production volumes at Maserati’s Italian plants in Modena and Cassino to help safeguard local employment. If finalized, the parties aim to begin production of the first jointly developed model by late 2026 or 2027. While Stellantis has declined to comment on market rumors, the company is expected to officially unveil Maserati’s long-term strategic plan during an investor day in Modena, Italy, this December. ## Claims - The goal is to start production of the first jointly developed model by the end of 2026 or 2027. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Stellantis is in advanced negotiations with Huawei and JAC Group for an industrial partnership regarding Maserati. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The partnership could involve the use of Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility digital architecture. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Maserati delivered fewer than 8,000 vehicles in the last year. (corroborated by 7 sources) - Maserati is expected to present its long-term strategic plan in December. (corroborated by 7 sources) - The collaboration may include co-branding between the Maextro brand and Maserati. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Maserati recorded an adjusted operating loss of 198 million euros. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The deal aims to increase production volumes at the Modena and Cassino plants in Italy. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-07: Stellantis negotiates Maserati partnership with Huawei and JAC Group Stellantis is negotiating a partnership with Huawei and JAC Group to revitalize Maserati using Chinese digital architecture and potential dual-branding for new models by 2027. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellantis-negotiates-maserati-partnership-with-huawei-and-jac-group-1 ### 2026-09-05: Stellantis negotiates Maserati partnership with Huawei and JAC Group Stellantis is reportedly negotiating a partnership with Huawei and JAC Group to develop new Maserati models using Huawei’s software platform, potentially utilizing a dual-branding strategy in China. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellantis-negotiates-maserati-partnership-with-huawei-and-jac-group ### 2026-08-24: Stellantis expands global reach with China JV and South Korean showroom Stellantis is driving global growth through a $1.2 billion joint venture with Dongfeng in China to export electric Jeeps and by opening a dual-brand Jeep and Peugeot showroom in Seoul, South Korea. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stellantis-launches-jeep-avenger-in-brazil-and-adjusts-peugeot-pricing --- Cite as: Stellantis global expansion and strategic partnerships. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/stellantis-global-expansion-and-strategic-partnerships