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LEPAS Expands Global Presence with Progress Across Multiple Markets

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LEPAS Expands Global Presence with Progress Across Multiple Markets. (2026, September 20). Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/globenewswire/lepas-expands-global-presence-with-progress-across-multiple-markets/article_5efa2bda-7705-55aa-9fb6-8e2e9a75e39d.html

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Toronto Star · collected 2026-09-20 · by GlobeNewswire, Inc.

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LEPAS, Chery Auto’s premium NEV brand, has expanded its presence globally with the availability of pre-orders for its models in multiple European markets following Milan Design Week this April. The company recently received accolades including an award for the LEPAS E4 EV at the Indonesia Automotive Awards and recognition from UK automotive content creators for the LEPAS L8 PHEV’s design and practicality. Additionally, the LEPAS L6 won a Best Interior Design Award in Italy, highlighting its refined interior features and advanced technologies. Dealership agreements are being signed across Europe to support vehicle launches scheduled from September to October.
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In September 2026, LEPAS announced its "Year of Delivery," marking significant expansion in global markets. Following its debut at Milan Design Week in April, the L8 PHEV is now available for pre-orders in the UK, Italy, and Spain, alongside other European countries. Additionally, deliveries of the LEPAS L6 and L4 models are progressing in Southeast Asia. The brand has also received recognition: the LEPAS E4 EV (L4 EV) was named "Inspiring Long Range Electric SUV 2026" at the Indonesia Automotive Awards, while the LEPAS L6 won the "Best Interior Design Award" for City Cars during the Turin Auto Show in Italy. The company's growing dealer network now includes more than 500 sales and service outlets, enabling localized operations tailored to specific market needs across different regions.

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European Italy LEPAS Spain the LEPAS L8 PHEV

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LEPAS ORG · 8× Chery Auto ORG · 4× Chinese NORP · 3× European NORP · 3× Italy GPE · 3× Spain GPE · 3× Chery Auto’s ORG · 2× Chery Group ORG · 2× China GPE · 2× WUHU GPE · 1×

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Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets.
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LEPAS Expands Global Presence with Progress Across Multiple Markets · assertive framing

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— 2026 marks LEPAS’s “Year of Delivery.” asserted
2026 → mark → Delivery
Following its European debut during Milan Design Week in April this year, the LEPAS L8 is available for pre-order in the UK, Italy, Spain and other European markets, while LEPAS L6 and LEPAS L4 deliveries progress in Southeast Asia. asserted
deliveries → follow → Asia
LEPAS is gaining recognition across markets. asserted
LEPAS → gain → markets
In Indonesia, the LEPAS E4 EV (L4 EV) was named “Inspiring Long Range Electric SUV 2026” at the Indonesia Automotive Awards 2026. asserted
EV → name → Awards
In the UK, automotive content creators praised the LEPAS L8 PHEV for its design, cabin quality and practicality. asserted
creators → praise → design
During the Turin Auto Show in Italy, the LEPAS L6 won the “Best Interior Design Award ” in the City Car category. asserted
L6 → win → category
The jury stated: “The LEPAS L6 stands out for its spacious, refined and thoughtfully designed cabin. asserted
L6 → state → cabin
Generous passenger space, premium materials and flexible storage solutions create a comfortable and highly practical environment. asserted
space → create → environment
Advanced technologies are integrated naturally throughout the interior, contributing to a cohesive and well-balanced overall experience.” asserted
technologies → integrate → experience
In Spain, media described LEPAS as more than a means of transportation, combining comfort and lifestyle. asserted
media → describe → comfort
In Chile, automotive media assessed LEPAS across five dimensions — contextualized intelligence, simplified technology interaction, cabin experience, premium value and after-sales trust — and found its product approach suited to local needs. asserted
approach → assess → needs
In Brazil, media also showed interest in its debut and upcoming activities. asserted
media → show → debut
The LEPAS L8 PHEV and LEPAS L6 EV have been shortlisted for the 2027 World Car of the Year. asserted
PHEV → shortlist → Year
Advancing Market Rollout and Customer Experience Worldwide The LEPAS L8 PHEV is scheduled to launch across European markets from September to October. asserted
PHEV → advance → October
Dealer agreements have been signed in Italy, Spain, Romania and other countries, with vehicles arriving and sales and service networks taking shape. asserted
sales → sign → shape
Brand experience centers are also opening worldwide. asserted
centers → open → ?
LEPAS’s global expansion is backed by Chery Auto’s global capabilities. asserted
expansion → back → capabilities
As of August 2026, Chery Group had exported more than 7 million vehicles, becoming the first Chinese automaker to reach this milestone. asserted
Group → export → milestone
That month, Chery Group also topped the UK monthly new-car brand chart ahead of Volkswagen, Ford, BMW and other automakers, becoming the first Chinese auto brand to achieve monthly market leadership in the UK. asserted
Group → top → UK
Chery Group’s strengths in R&D, manufacturing, supply chain and service support LEPAS’s global delivery and customer experience. asserted
strengths → support → delivery
About LEPAS LEPAS is Chery Auto’s Premium NEV brand, dedicated to creating elegant mobility experiences for users worldwide. asserted
LEPAS → dedicate → users
Committed to becoming the Preferred Brand for Elegant Mobility Life, LEPAS brings together Leopard Aesthetics, Elegant Technology, and Exquisite Space - transforming elegance into a driving experience you can see, feel, and trust. asserted
you → commit → experience
Supported by a growing global dealer network of more than 500 sales and service outlets, LEPAS is expanding its international footprint through localized operations, delivering products and experiences tailored to users across global markets. asserted
LEPAS → support → markets
About Chery Auto Founded in 1997, Chery Auto is a global automotive manufacturer specializing in vehicle development, intelligent technologies, and new energy solutions. asserted
Auto → found → development
The company operates in more than 130 countries and regions, supported by a strong international network of research, production, and strategic partnerships. asserted
company → operate → research
Chery Auto has remained China’s No. 1 passenger vehicle exporter among Chinese brands for 23 consecutive years. asserted
Auto → remain → years
Guided by its global philosophy of “In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere,” Chery Auto is committed to advancing sustainable mobility through continuous innovation and global collaboration. asserted
Auto → guide → innovation
Media Contact Company Name: LEPAS International Contact Person: Vincy wang Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: asserted
Photos → accompany → announcement
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