Stellantis Eyes Dongfeng Carmaking Deal in Europe, China (2)

Stellantis NV is discussing reviving a partnership with Dongfeng Motor Corp. that would involve joint car production in Europe and China, according to people familiar with the matter.

The companies are in talks about giving Dongfeng access to underused Stellantis factories in Europe, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing private deliberations. Dongfeng may in turn make cars from selected Stellantis brands in China, some of the people said.

Representatives for the state-owned manufacturer visited sites in Germany and Italy recently, some of the people said. The deliberations include Dongfeng possibly acquiring or investing in one or more ...