Chery to Launch First European Production in Barcelona Later This Year
Chinese carmaker Chery plans to start production at its Barcelona plant this year after several delays. The joint venture aims to export cars to Latin America.
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CN automaker Chery announced on February 6, 2026, that it will begin production of its own vehicles at its Barcelona plant in Spain 
ES as soon as possible in 2026. This confirmation follows a series of successive delays that have affected the project's timeline, including a previous postponement to the fourth quarter of 2025. The facility, which is a former Nissan plant originally established by the automotive group from Japan 
JP, represents the first factory for Chery in Europe.
CN automaker Chery announced on February 6, 2026, that it will begin production of its own vehicles at its Barcelona plant in Spain ES as soon as possible in 2026. This confirmation follows a series of successive delays that have affected the project's timeline, including a previous postponement to the fourth quarter of 2025. The facility, which is a former Nissan plant originally established by the automotive group from Japan JP, represents the first factory for Chery in Europe.
