units, down 1.2%; and Mazda completed the top five with 9,759 units sold, representing a 12.5% year-over-year increase. Regarding performance of Chinese brands, Geely led the group with 4,230 units, reflecting a 295.3% increase year over year. MG Motor followed with 4,167 units sold, up 4.0%, while Changan reported sales of 1,972 units, up 27.6%. JAC sold 1,800 units, a 7.7% decrease. Cumulative sales for January to May 2026 exceeded the pre-pand...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/04

Changan Auto and JMCG to acquire equity in JMH On May 25, the official website of China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) released a list of business combination cases unconditionally approved between May 11 and May 17, 2026. According to the list, the case involving Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (Changan Auto) and Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG) acquiring equity interests in Jiangling Motor Holdings Co., Ltd....

News  Updated at: 2026/06/01

Thai officials tour NEVO Q05 EV production during visit to Changan’s Rayong plant On May 22, 2026, officials from Thailand’s Ministry of Industry and related agencies visited Changan Auto Southeast Asia’s manufacturing facility in Rayong to review production operations. The visit included a tour of the production area, including production of the new NEVO Q05 EV model. The plant is targeting production of 5,000 EV units in June 2026. Durin...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/26

Changan Automobile launches Changan UNI-V Sport variant in Russian market On May 22, Changan Automobile launched the Changan UNI-V in the Russian market in a single fully equipped Sport trim level. The Changan UNI-V measures 4,740 mm in length, 1,838 mm in width, and 1,430 mm in height. It is powered by a 2.0-liter Blue Core turbocharged gasoline engine paired with an 8-speed Aisin automatic transmission, producing 235 hp of power and 390 Nm of t...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/25

Changan to introduce BlueCore HEV technology in Middle East and Africa On May 20, China Changan Automobile Group announced that its recently unveiled hybrid innovation, BlueCore HEV, addresses extreme summer temperatures exceeding 45°C and uneven charging infrastructure in the Middle East and Africa. In congested cities like Riyadh, Cairo, and Casablanca, the system delivers improved fuel efficiency in stop-and-go traffic, providing a practical ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/21

Almajdouie, and Al Fanar partner for EV charging solutions for Saudi Arabia On May 19, multiple sources reported that Almajdouie Automotive, the authorized distributor of the Changan and Deepal brands in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, signed an agreement with Al Fanar Company to provide advanced electric-vehicle charging solutions across the Kingdom. The agreement includes cooperation in the supply and installation of electric vehicle chargers for ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/20

Arabian Gulf Automobiles and Equipment launches Deepal EV brand in Oman On May 18, multiple sources reported that Arabian Gulf Automobiles and Equipment (AGAE) has launched the Deepal new energy vehicle brand of Changan Automobile in Muscat, Oman. The Deepal lineup in Oman includes the S05, S07, and G318 models. The range also features the G318 all-wheel-drive SUV, offering improved traction, better control, and enhanced capability. The Deepal S...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Changan Group presents updated Vast Ocean Plan 2.0, focusing on Middle East and Africa region On May 13, Changan Group announced that it recently unveiled its updated Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 at Auto China 2026, for global expansion. Changan plans a long-term commitment to international markets with the Middle East and Africa (MEA) explicitly named as one of its five priority regions. In 2025, Changan recorded 637,000 overseas sales, up 18.9% YoY. Loo...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

e volume exceeding 10,000 units in April, up 3 y/y and accounting for 93% (91.9% last month and 90.9% for the same period last year) of the total volume. These manufacturers were: BYD (314,100 units), Geely (135,591 units), Chery (93,043 units), Tesla China (79,478 units), Leapmotor (71,387 units), Changan Auto (46,758 units), SAIC-GM-Wuling (43,990 units), SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle (43,139 units), GAC Aion (38,034 units), Xiaomi Auto (36,702 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

to account factors such as the slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) sales in the US market. The company will also consider postponing the introduction of its own developed EVs. Meanwhile, the number of hybrid vehicle (HEV) models will increase from one to four, and EVs jointly developed with China’s Changan Automobile Co. Ltd. (Changan Automobile) will be introduced in Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia, and other markets. The company also announce...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

ed from the country. China has now surpassed Argentina, which ranked second with 54,900 units, reflecting a 20.2% year-on-year decline. The growth has been driven by the entry of new Chinese brands into the Brazilian market, including Omoda Jaecoo, GAC, MG, Geely, Leapmotor, Jetour, Denza, and Caoa Changan, alongside established players such as BYD and Great Wall Motor. Additional imports are also carried out by global automakers sourcing vehicle...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

.’s) MG brand vehicles in March 2026. Furthermore, in February 2026, Allur Autobile signed an industrial cooperation agreement with GAC International, a subsidiary of GAC Group (Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.), with the aim of producing GAC models. Astana Motors produces vehicles for Chery, Changan (Changan Automobile Co., Ltd.), and GWM (Great Wall Motor Co., Ltd.) at its multi-brand plant in Almaty (Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhsta...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

713 units, up 18.7%; and KIA completed the top five with 8,604 units sold, representing a 2.8% year-over-year increase. Regarding performance of Chinese brands, MG Motor led the group with 4,256 units, reflecting a 4.4% decrease. Geely followed with 4,006 units sold, up 283.3% year over year, while Changan reported sales of 2,095 units, up 101.1%. JAC sold 1,907 units, a 5.4% decrease.  On March 26, Banco de Mexico decided to decrease the benchm...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Changan South Africa introduces UNI-S On April 21, Jameel Motors announced that Changan South Africa has officially introduced the new UNI-S. The UNI-S strengthens Changan’s position in one of South Africa’s most competitive vehicle segments. As Jameel Motors grows its mobility portfolio in South Africa, launches such as this underline its focus on building strong, future-ready automotive brands in key markets. Based on Jameel Motors press re...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

ent contributing 70% of total sales. Q1. How does AAPICO view the increase of EVs and the expansion of Chinese OEMs in Thailand? -AAPICO views the situation as an “opportunity” to improve its capabilities in technology, workforce, and marketing for new products. The Chinese OEMs, including BYD, Changan, Great Wall Motor, MG, Omoda & Jaecoo, and AION have invested in establishing manufacturing plants in Thailand, with an expected annual capac...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/30

Changan Group unveils "1+4+4+5" global strategy, targeting 4 million units in vehicle production and sales by 2030 Changan Group held its Global Strategy Launch and Global Partner Conference on April 21, officially presenting its "1+4+4+5" strategic framework. The "1+4+4+5" strategic plan consists of 1 vision: to build a world-class automotive group with global competitiveness and homegrown core technologies; 4 business pillars: vehicles, compone...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

uto China 2026 covers a total exhibition area of 380,000 square meters. A total of 1,451 vehicles are on display, including 181 world premieres and 71 concept cars. Over 200 press conferences will be held during the event. Among Chinese OEMs, BYD, SAIC Motor, Geely, Chery, GAC Group, FAW Group, and Changan Automobile are showcasing key models from their respective brands. BYD is presenting the Ocean series flagship SUV Sealion 08 and flagship sed...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/28

haust systems contracts, one supporting a South Korean OEM's global expansion and another with Mahindra in the commercial vehicle segment. In China, FORVIA expanded its OEMs customer portfolio with new program awards across all its Business Groups, notably with Great Wall Motors, Geely, FAW Group, Changan Automobile, BYD, and Chery. The company also won 2 interior monitoring systems contracts with major OEMs in Europe and in the U.S. (From a pre...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

Changan reportedly set to enter Malaysia in H2 2026; CKD possible Reported on April 21, 2026, Changan Automobile is reportedly planning an entry into the Malaysian market in the third quarter of 2026, following the collapse of its earlier arrangement with Bermaz Auto. The rollout is set to begin with a brand introduction, with product launches anticipated from late 2026 and continuing into 2027. The company is understood to be adopting a multi-br...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/23

ross the BEV, PHEV, and HEV segments among CAMPI-TMA member brands (BYD is not a member). Notably, VinFast led the BEV segment. In the BEV segment (2,289 units), VinFast recorded 1,171 units, accounting for roughly half of total sales. It was followed by Tesla (469), Omoda & Jaecoo (213), MG (109), Changan (75), BMW (66), and Toyota (55). Other contributors included Jetour (27), Ford (25), Mercedes-Benz (22), Kia (14), Nissan (12), Honqi (10), Fo...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22