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Chinese Firm LUM Advances Plans for Electric Car Factory in Cáceres

Following site visits and meetings with local officials, Cáceres emerges as the frontrunner for LUM's European EV production facility.

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La presidenta de la Junta de Extremadura, María Guardiola

Overview

  • LUM representatives toured industrial sites in Cáceres, including La Mejostilla and Capellanías parks, as part of their evaluation for a European electric vehicle plant.
  • The company aims to produce small four-seater electric vehicles and establish solar charging stations, marking its expansion beyond its Shanghai operations.
  • LUM officials met with Cáceres Mayor Rafael Mateos and Extremadura Secretary-General of Economy Víctor Píriz to discuss project logistics and regional support.
  • The final decision on the factory's location, which also includes Mérida as a contender, will be made by LUM's Shanghai headquarters based on these assessments.
  • Extremadura continues to position itself as a hub for sustainable energy and mobility projects, leveraging its available industrial land and existing Chinese investments.