End of an era for Nissan in South Africa
The Competition Commission recommended the sale of Nissan’s manufacturing plant to Chery for approval, marking an end to a 60-year era for Nissan.
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The Competition Commission recommended the sale of Nissan’s manufacturing plant to Chery for approval, marking an end to a 60-year era for Nissan.
After nearly 60 years of Nissan production in South Africa, the company has now become a vehicle importer only.
Chery is buying a massive factory in Pretoria from Nissan, with Chinese car brands taking over the South African market.
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