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Changan seeks European partner as it expands its Spanish dealer network
Chinese automaker Changan is seeking a strategic partner in Europe to support its expansion across the region.
The company says it is open to different forms of cooperation, building on partnerships it already has in China and Europe.
In Spain, Changan plans to expand from 75 active sales locations to 100 as it targets a market it considers promising.
It has also opened a parts supply center in Madrid, aiming to provide after-sales service within 24 hours across the Iberian Peninsula.
Changan has not yet found a solution for producing cars locally in Europe, though it says local manufacturing would support its long-term commercial strategy.
The company sold nearly 1,000 cars to private buyers in Spain in September and expects new models, including the Q05 electric vehicle next quarter, to help it grow.
Its success in Spain will depend on having enough cars and support from its partner, according to a Changan Europe executive.
Changan is seeking a strategic partner in Europe to support its expansion across the market.
In Spain, the Chinese automaker aims to grow its dealer network from 75 active sites to 100.
The company has opened a parts supply centre in Madrid to provide after-sales service within 24 hours across the Iberian Peninsula.
Changan sold close to 1,000 cars to private buyers in Spain in September and expects to keep growing.
The company says European production is under consideration, but no solution has been found.
- Who
- Changan, the Chinese automaker.
- What
- It is seeking a strategic partner in Europe and plans to expand its Spanish dealer network to 100 sites.
- When
- The article was published on October 18, 2026; Changan aims to reach 100 Spanish sales points in the short term.
- Where
- Europe, with the dealer expansion focused on Spain.
- Why
- Changan says partnerships would help strengthen its position in Europe and support its commercial strategy.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Changan made its first forays into the European market.
Changan sold close to 1,000 cars to private buyers in Spain.
Changan aims to increase its Spanish dealer network from 75 active sites to 100.
The Q05 EV is due to arrive in Spain.
Changan's planned European production could begin, though the company says no solution has been found.
- Current Spanish dealer sites
- 75 active commercial locations
- Spanish dealer target
- 100 sales points
- September sales
- Close to 1,000 cars to private buyers in Spain
- Madrid facility
- Parts supply centre intended to support 24-hour after-sales service across the Iberian Peninsula
- Upcoming model
- Q05 EV, due next quarter
What people are saying
Our objective is to work with the best partners in the European market
We are open-minded
At this moment, because we respect the cooperation with our partner, we cannot reveal more information
As long as we have enough product and the support of our partner, I think we can succeed in Spain