Is Changan Mazda a Domestic Car?
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Changan Mazda is a joint venture car, not a domestic car. More information about Changan Mazda is as follows: 1. Changan Mazda leverages its own advantages to adapt to market challenges and has proposed a "Unique Premium Strategy," with the corporate mission of "Creating Premium Cars, Leading a Better Life," and is committed to building "China's first-class unique premium car manufacturer." 2. Changan Mazda Automobile Co., Ltd. was formerly known as Changan Ford Mazda Automobile Co., Ltd. Nanjing Company, established on April 19, 2005, and completed and put into production on September 24, 2007. It was jointly established by Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd., a century-old enterprise in China's automotive industry, and Mazda Motor Corporation, with each party holding a 50% stake.
As a long-time car owner, I don’t consider Changan Mazda a purely domestic brand—it’s a joint venture between China’s Changan Automobile and Japan’s Mazda. Domestic cars typically refer to independent brands like Geely or BYD, while joint-venture cars are manufactured in China, benefiting from local advantages. Changan Mazda’s production plant is located in Nanjing, combining Mazda’s technology with local supply chains, ensuring quality at an affordable price. Having driven several Changan Mazda models, I find maintenance convenient, parts readily available, and the failure rate low. Though the brand has foreign investment, the daily driving experience feels similar to pure domestic brands, with low maintenance costs and widespread service centers, making it ideal for average families. The development of joint-venture brands offers consumers peace of mind, especially with fuel efficiency being more favorable amid rising oil prices.
