Chery Automobile is overhauling its Rosslyn plant in South Africa, aiming for production by mid-2027, amid rising tariffs on Chinese vehicles.
Chery Automobile has begun overhauling a manufacturing plant in Rosslyn, South Africa, that it acquired from Nissan Motor earlier this year, with production targeted by mid-2027, reports Caixin.
The facility is expected to have an annual capacity of 50,000 vehicles once operational. This move comes as South Africa considers raising tariffs on China-made vehicles from 25 percent to 50 percent to protect its domestic auto industry.
Chery's localisation strategy, including the Rosslyn plant, is seen as a way to avoid the impact of higher tariffs and other trade barriers. The company's commitments are expected to strengthen its position in the market.
The factory upgrade highlights how Chery is stepping up localisation efforts in South Africa to sidestep rising trade barriers. This strategy has become increasingly vital for the Chinese carmaker as it relies heavily on exports to offset a severe sales slump in its home market.
