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How Leapmotor is updating its cars between the factory and the showroom

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First reported by CarExpert · 16 September at 6:00 am

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CarExpert·Motoring press·16 September at 6:00 am

How Leapmotor is updating its cars between the factory and the showroom

Leapmotor says it can revise software on vehicles already at sea, at the port or during pre-delivery, allowing new calibrations to reach customers within weeks.

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The quick read

  • Leapmotor can revise software on vehicles already at sea, at the port, or during pre-delivery.
  • New calibrations can reach customers within weeks.
  • This allows for rapid updates to vehicles before they reach the showroom.
  • Dealers will need to adapt their ordering and sales processes to accommodate these changes.

For dealers: Australian dealers need to be prepared for potential changes to the vehicles they have on order, even after they have left the factory.

AI-assisted summary of the coverage below — check the original reporting before relying on specifics.

ADME commentary

The ADME angle

Leapmotor's ability to revise software on vehicles already at sea, at the port, or during pre-delivery, means Australian dealers can no longer assume that the cars they order will be the same as the ones they sell.

This has significant implications for stock and ordering, as dealers will need to be prepared for potential changes to the vehicles they have on order, even after they have left the factory.

What it means for the order bank

The fact that new calibrations can reach customers within weeks means that dealers will need to be agile and responsive to these changes, and be prepared to update their sales and marketing materials accordingly.

This could also impact pricing and margin, as dealers may need to adjust their pricing strategies to reflect the updated features and capabilities of the vehicles.

Competitor response

Other Chinese brands may follow Leapmotor's lead, which could lead to a shift in the way that all dealers manage their stock and ordering processes.

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