Chery To Acquire Nissan’s Rosslyn Plant, Ending Nearly 60 Years Of Local Nissan Assembly

Chinese vehicle manufacturer Chery is set to acquire the assets of Nissan’s Rosslyn plant in Pretoria, bringing an end to almost six decades of Nissan vehicle assembly in South Africa.

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The announcement was welcomed by Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau, who praised Chery South Africa’s investment in the country’s automotive sector.

The acquisition will enable the Chinese carmaker to establish a permanent manufacturing presence in South Africa. According to the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), the transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals.

Chery Expansion Signals New Chapter for SA Automotive Manufacturing

In a statement, the department confirmed that the deal forms part of ongoing engagements aimed at strengthening and modernising the automotive industry’s policy framework and support measures.

DTIC spokesperson Kaamil Ali said, “The announcement comes as the DTIC continues its engagement with the industry to revamp the automotive industry policy and support measures.

This acquisition by Chery SA is subject to regulatory approval after which details will be shared with the public.”

Government Welcomes Investment and Job Creation Commitment

Ali emphasised the strategic importance of the automotive sector to South Africa’s economy, noting its role in sustaining manufacturing capacity and employment.

“The SA automotive industry remains key anchor industry for manufacturing and job creation. The minister welcomes the commitment by Chery SA to continue working with the DTIC during the implementation phase of the process,” he added.

SurgeZirc SA’s Parusha Naidoo contributed to this story.

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