Chery SA to purchase Nissan’s Rosslyn factory

Chery South Africa is set to acquire Nissan’s local manufacturing plant in Rosslyn, South Africa, in 2026.

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Nissan opened its Rosslyn production plant, where the Japanese automaker has produced new vehicles for six decades, in 1966. Now, this historic assembly facility is set to change hands, with Chery and Nissan having reached an agreement on the Chinese automaker its acquiring the South African-based plant.

This shift comes amid mounting pressure on Chinese manufacturers, with new Chinese State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) guidelines prohibiting below-cost vehicle pricing, alongside tighter export rules taking effect in 2026. While these measures limit the ability of brands to offer deep discounts in markets such as South Africa, they have also intensified discussions around localised production as a strategic response to potential import duty increases being considered by the South African government.

While certain conditions are yet to be agreed upon, including regulatory approvals, in mid-2026, Chery South Africa will obtain the land, buildings, and associated manufacturing assets of the Nissan facilities, including its nearby Stamping plant. Nissan has stated that the majority of its employees will be offered employment by Chery SA with terms and conditions that closely mirror their current contracts.

Jordi Vila, Nissan Africa President, said: “Nissan has a long and proud history in South Africa and has been working to find the best solution for our people, our customers and our partners. External factors have had a well-known impact on the utilisation of the Rosslyn plant and its future viability within Nissan.”

“Through this agreement, we’re able to secure employment for the majority of our workforce, thereby also preserving opportunities for our supplier network. This move also ensures that the Rosslyn site will continue contributing to the South African automotive sector,” Vila added.

Nissan will continue to offer vehicles and remains committed to offering services to customers in South Africa, as well as launching several new vehicles in 2026, including the Nissan Tekton and new Patrol.

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