| News - Stellantis Maserati eyes Chinese lifeline in Huawei-JAC talks Advanced negotiations could see Chinese-developed vehicle wear Maserati badge globally 7 Sep 2026 By MATT BROGAN MASERATI could turn to Chinese technology giant Huawei and vehicle manufacturer JAC Group for a sweeping industrial partnership that may underpin its next generation of vehicles – and potentially reshape the century-old Italian luxury marque more profoundly than any previous ownership-era change. Stellantis is understood to be in advanced discussions with Huawei and JAC over long-term cooperation involving its struggling luxury division, according to multiple reports emerging from Italy and China and subsequently confirmed to Reuters by two sources familiar with the negotiations. The proposal is considerably more substantial than a conventional technology or component-sharing arrangement. Reports suggest Huawei could provide its Harmony Intelligent Mobility technology, software and electronic architecture, while JAC would contribute engineering and potentially manufacturing expertise. Maserati would meanwhile supply design, luxury positioning, and access to its international distribution network. Perhaps most strikingly, the partners are reportedly considering a dual-brand arrangement under which a common vehicle could be sold as a Maextro – JAC and Huawei’s luxury marque – in China and as a Maserati elsewhere. The first jointly developed model could enter production before the end of 2027 should the parties reach a final agreement. Such an arrangement would give Maserati rapid access to the highly developed electric vehicle, software, and connected-car technologies now emerging from China while dramatically reducing the cost and development time associated with creating an all-new architecture independently. But it would also raise fundamental questions concerning the future engineering and manufacturing identity of one of Italy’s most historic automotive brands. Stellantis has neither confirmed nor denied the talks. Responding to Reuters, the automotive giant said that as part of normal business it holds discussions with