Changan International Corporation (Changan) has appointed global automotive distributor Inchcape as its new distributor in the Philippines. Inchcape Philippines, a joint venture between Inchcape and the CATS Group of Companies, will operate the distributorship.
This partnership will leverage the strengths of both parties, including Changan’s advanced research and development capability, competitive products, superior services, and supply chain; Inchcape’s local market insight; rich experience in distribution and retailing; and advanced digital capabilities in delivering excellent customer experiences.
The deal will expand Inchcape Philippines’ distribution footprint in the country and build on Inchcape’s well-established and growing presence within the Asia-Pacific region. From August 2023, Inchcape Philippines will operate the distributorship across over 25 Changan dealerships and sales outlets.
The distributorship will cover a fleet of Changan products such as the Alsvin Sedan, the CS35 Plus compact crossover, the CS55 Plus compact SUV, and premium models UNI-T and UNI-K. Changan’s continued investments in new energy vehicle platforms also have the potential to expand Inchcape’s electric vehicle (EV) offering, while Changan will enjoy the benefits of Inchcape’s strong track record of successful OEM market entries and industry-leading capabilities for data, digital, and technology services.