(SeaPRwire) – Anápolis, Brazil, March 27, 2026 — Changan Automobile and CAOA today inaugurated a highly automated production line in Anápolis and celebrated the completion of the first Brazilian-made CHANGAN UNI T, marking a significant milestone for the nation’s automotive sector. The ceremony, graced by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin, and H.E. Zhu Qingqiao, Chinese Embassy in Brazil, heralds a fresh era of high-tech industrialization and green mobility in the country.
This achievement highlights Changan’s dedication to the Brazilian market, supported by sustained investment in production capabilities, technological upgrades, and advanced manufacturing. The inauguration begins a new investment cycle of USD 950 million (R$ 5 billion) for the period 2026-2028. Added to the USD 570 million (R$ 3 billion) invested since 2023, the total investment in Anápolis amounts to USD 1.52 billion (R$ 8 billion), with a yearly capacity of 90,000 units.
“For Changan, Brazil is more than just an investment destination; it is a land where we are dedicated to creating a long-term future,” stated Zhu Huarong, Chairman of China Changan Automobile Group.
A Milestone in Local Engineering
The UNI-T was developed through a three-year partnership involving 200 Chinese and Brazilian engineers. It features the advanced 1.5 Turbo GDi BlueCore Flex engine—a powertrain created by Changan and fine-tuned by CAOA’s expert team to handle any ethanol-petrol mixture.
This “Next Level” SUV was subjected to 200,000 km of testing across Brazil’s varied climates to ensure durability, efficiency, and performance suited to local driving conditions. It blends international engineering with local innovations, such as a fully localized Portuguese voice control system and a connected cockpit, providing an experience customized for Brazilian motorists.
“The UNI-T signifies much more than a new model. It proves that Brazil has the potential to become a global center for high-tech automotive engineering and manufacturing,” says Carlos Alberto de Oliveira Andrade Filho, Co-President of CAOA.
Advancing Brazil’s Reindustrialization Strategy
The CHANGAN UNI-T is central to these localized powertrains. The investment prioritizes the digitalization of assembly lines and staff training, aligning with the federal government’s MOVER program.
Building on this Flex-Fuel and HEV base, Changan intends to launch a comprehensive lineup of hybrid and electrified versions, reinforcing local supply chains and R&D. With over 60 dealerships opening in 2026, Changan is widening its sales network while integrating advanced factory and powertrain technologies into Brazil’s industrial landscape—ready to help lead the next wave of intelligent, sustainable mobility.
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