Chery is evaluating options to establish local vehicle manufacturing in Canada. Executive vice president Zhang Guibing stated that the company is exploring the acquisition of idle capacity at existing plants and potential partnerships with local investors.
The automaker plans to launch sales in the Canadian market by 2027. According to the company, Canada remains a viable location for production even without direct access to the United States market, where Chinese brands face significant trade restrictions.
The Canadian government has recently adjusted import policies for Chinese electric vehicles. A January agreement allows for an initial annual quota of 49 000 units to be imported at a tariff rate of 6.1 percent, with the quota set to increase annually.
Canadian Industry Minister Melanie Joly met with representatives from Chery, BYD, and Geely in June to discuss potential joint ventures. Chery is currently maintaining contact with government officials to facilitate its expansion strategy.
This initiative aligns with Chery's broader international strategy to localize production. The company has already established a joint venture in Spain, acquired a Nissan facility in South Africa, and is exploring manufacturing opportunities at the Nissan plant in Sunderland, UK.
