On March 14, it was reported that Changan launched four new upgraded models in Mexico: the CHANGAN ALSVIN PLUS sedan and three SUVs: the CS35 MAX, CS55 PLUS, and CS75 PLUS.
The launch coincided with a 287 km test drive across the Yucatan Peninsula, part of the 2026 Changan Global Testing Season, covering highways, co

On March 16, Changan UK launched the all-electric Changan Deepal S05, a compact C-SUV. It is powered by a 68.8kWh LFP battery. It delivers WLTP ranges of up to 303 miles (RWD) and 278 miles (AWD). It has a 15.4-inch rotating touchscreen, AR-HUD, 14-speaker audio system, and wireless smartphone connectivity.
It has 17

On March 12, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) released an investor relations announcement.
According to the announcement, Changan Auto targets a 2026 overall sales volume of 3.3 million vehicles, up 13.3% year-over-year (y/y). New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) and sales outside of China account for 1.4

On March 11, it was reported that Caoa Changan confirmed the Uni-T as its first launch in Brazil, with the compact SUV scheduled to debut later in March and be assembled in Anápolis.
The Brazilian-spec Uni-T will be powered by a 1.5-liter turbo flex engine, adapted for gasoline and ethanol, delivering around 180 hp a

Announced on March 5, 2026, Changan Automobile outlined its 2026 strategy and introduced the Changan Nevo brand in Thailand at the “Changan Thailand 2026 Press Conference and New Brand Launch.” Built around the concept of “The Smart Mobility Home,” Nevo, known as the Qiyuan brand in China, targets the family new ener

On February 24, Changan Auto announced the smooth progress of its solid-state battery project. It is expected that prior to Q3 2026, the Golden Shield solid-state battery will be put into robotic applications and in-vehicle verification.
Regarding production capacity, Changan Auto currently has sufficient production

According to multiple press releases dated February 11, CATARC Components Technology (Chongqing) Co., Ltd. was recently established with a registered capital of CNY 100 million. The new company is 80% owned by CATARC Components Technology (Tianjin) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China Automotive Technology and Research C

Announced on February 13, 2026, the right-hand-drive AVATR 07 has officially arrived in Thailand, making the country the first market to receive this RHD model. Now ready for customer deliveries, the NEV combines futuristic design with first-class craftsmanship.
It was produced at the AVATR Digital-Intelligence Facto

On February 9, Changan launched the Changan CS35 MAX compact crossover SUV in Russia. The new model has significantly improved over its predecessor. It features a new-generation NE1.5T Blue Core engine. The turbocharged gasoline engine is combined with a 7DCT dual-clutch transmission.
The car's length has increased b

According to multiple press releases dated February 9, CATL-Changan EV Battery Co., Ltd. (CATL-Changan EV Battery), a joint venture (JV) between Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL), Deepal Automotive Technology Co., Ltd., and Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto), recently established a w

On February 7, Avatr unveiled the specifications of the Avatr 06T, a new vehicle model developed with Huawei.
Positioned as a versatile sports sedan, the Avatr 06T adopts a futuristic aesthetic exterior design and measures 4,940mm long, 1,960mm wide, and 1,455mm, 1,475mm, or 1,495mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,940mm.

On February 5, Changan Auto announced on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) a plan for repurchasing issued A- and B-shares with CNY 1-2 billion of self-owned funds. The aim is to decrease the company’s registered capital.
The value of the A- and B-shares to be repurchased stands at CNY 700-1,400 million and CNY 300-6

On January 30, multiple sources reported that the Avtotor plant in Kaliningrad, Russia, has begun assembling vehicles from the Chinese brand Deepal, part of the Changan group.
The plant has started production of the Deepal G318 crossover, featuring an angular body design and a serial hybrid powertrain that allows ove

On January 26, 2026, Master Changan Motors announced that Pakistan's first locally assembled Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) SUV, the Deepal S05, had entered the delivery phase at an introductory price of PKR 9,999,000. MCML completed production setup at its Karachi facility in under 90 days using advanced rob

On January 21, Changan Auto signed a comprehensive strategic cooperation agreement with Midea Group in Guangdong.
The signing of the agreement indicates that the two companies will launch in-depth cooperation in the vehicle-home interconnectivity, automotive component, and omnichannel marketing areas on top of that i

Announced on January 16, 2026, Autohub Group of Companies has been named the official distributor of Deepal in the Philippines, reinforcing its expansion into electrified and next-generation mobility.
The partnership was sealed on January 14 through a contract signing between Autohub Group and Changan Auto Southeast

Changan Auto signed a memorandum with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) for comprehensive deepening of strategic cooperation. Under the memorandum, the two companies will launch multi-level cooperation in areas such as brand building, R&D of cutting-edge technologies, terminal market promotion, busines

On January 10, Changan Auto broke ground on a global science and art center in Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing.
With a total investment of CNY 1.389 billion, a land area of approximately 146,000 square meters, and a floor area of 172,000 square meters, the center will be able to house 2,000 R&D and design personnel up

On January 5, Changan Auto announced its December 2025 sales results.
In December, the automaker sold 250,689 units, up 1.7% year-over-year (y/y). Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 2,913,042 units, up 8.5% y/y. Sales volumes outside of China totaled 637,280 units, up 18.9% y/y.
Independent sub-brands’ December

On December 29, Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) announced on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE) a plan for a share issuance to China Changan Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (CCAG), an indirect controlling shareholder, for proceeds totaling up to CNY 6 billion. CCAG will subscribe for the shares in ca