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Chery plans Australian R&D centre for growing brand lineup

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First reported by CarExpert · 23 October at 1:32 pm

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CarExpertMotoring press23 October at 1:32 pm

Chery plans Australian R&D centre for growing brand lineup

Chery wants more local input into its vehicles, with a planned Australian development centre to work across its brands and on products including the Stockman ute.

Read at CarExpert →

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← Newsroom/Chinese brandsUtes & 4x4s

Chery plans Australian R&D centre for growing brand lineup

Compiled by ADME Newsroom from 1 source

First reported by CarExpert · 23 October at 1:32 pm

Who's covering this — 1 article

Motoring press: 1

Image: CarExpert

The quick read

Chery plans to establish an Australian R&D centre to work on its brand lineup
The centre will provide local input into Chery's vehicles, including the Stockman ute
The move indicates Chery's commitment to the Australian market
Local development will likely improve the suitability of Chery's vehicles for Australian conditions

For dealers: Australian dealers will benefit from having vehicles tailored to local tastes and conditions, potentially increasing sales and customer satisfaction

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The ADME angle

Chery's decision to establish an Australian R&D centre is a strategic move to increase its competitiveness in the local market, particularly in the utes and 4x4s segment

The Stockman ute, being one of the products to be worked on at the centre, will likely receive significant improvements, making it a more attractive option for Australian buyers

What it means for product development

The local R&D centre will enable Chery to gather feedback from Australian customers and incorporate it into its product development process, resulting in vehicles that better meet local needs

This, in turn, will help Chery to increase its market share in the utes and 4x4s segment, which is currently dominated by established brands

Impact on sales and marketing

With more suitable products for the Australian market, dealers can expect to see an increase in showroom traffic and sales, particularly if the Stockman ute receives significant upgrades

The local R&D centre will also provide valuable marketing opportunities, as Chery can promote its commitment to the Australian market and its focus on developing vehicles that meet local needs

Action plan

This week, dealers can start preparing for the potential increase in sales by reviewing their current Stockman ute inventory and pricing strategies, and considering how they can effectively promote the benefits of Chery's local R&D centre to their customers

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CarExpertMotoring press23 October at 1:32 pm

Chery plans Australian R&D centre for growing brand lineup

Chery wants more local input into its vehicles, with a planned Australian development centre to work across its brands and on products including the Stockman ute.

Read at CarExpert →