OPEYEMI OLOTU
Chery Automobile has once again emerged as China’s number one passenger car exporter, extending its record leadership to an unprecedented 23 consecutive years.
In Nigeria, Carloha Nigeria, the official assembler and franchise holder of Chery, is celebrating the global milestone while reinforcing its standing as the country’s leading after-sales automotive brand.
The Chery Group recorded global sales of 2.81 million vehicles in 2025, exporting 1.34 million units to overseas markets, a 17.4 per cent year-on-year growth. The performance confirms Chery as China’s top passenger vehicle exporter for the 23rd year running, with an average of one Chery vehicle exported every 23 seconds.
Cumulative exports by the group have now reached 5.85 million vehicles, with monthly overseas shipments exceeding 140,000 units for the first time. The Chery brand alone accounted for 1.7 million vehicle sales in 2025, driven by strong demand for its SUV and sedan portfolio.
Among its standout models, the Tiggo 8 maintained its dominance as the best-selling Chinese gasoline-powered mid-size SUV for nine consecutive years, underlining Chery’s strength in the SUV segment.
“Exporting one Chery vehicle every 23 seconds and leading China’s passenger car exports for 23 straight years is a remarkable global milestone,” said Mr. Sola Adigun, the Managing Director of Carloha Nigeria. “In Nigeria, we are proud to bring this world-class brand closer to our customers and match Chery’s product excellence with the best aftersales experience in the country.”
Carloha Nigeria has invested heavily in building a robust sales and service ecosystem for Chery owners nationwide. This includes modern showrooms, fully equipped service centres, manufacturer-approved diagnostic tools, a strong supply of genuine parts to ensure quick turnaround times for maintenance and repairs, all manned by OEM-trained professionals.
Describing the achievement as historic, Mr. Sola Adigun, Managing Director of Carloha Nigeria, said the company remains committed to matching Chery’s global success with superior customer experience locally.
“Exporting one Chery vehicle every 23 seconds and leading China’s passenger car exports for 23 straight years is a remarkable global milestone,” Adigun said, adding, “In Nigeria, we are proud to pair Chery’s product excellence with what we believe is the best after-sales support in the market.”
Carloha Nigeria has continued to invest in a nationwide sales and service infrastructure, featuring modern showrooms, fully equipped service centres, OEM-trained technicians, approved diagnostic tools and ready availability of genuine spare parts.
According to Mr. Felix Mahan, General Manager, Marketing at Carloha Nigeria, the company’s focus extends beyond vehicle sales.
“Our goal is to support customers throughout their entire ownership journey. Our CarlohaCare 6-6-7 after-sales package reflects that commitment,” he said.
The CarlohaCare 6-6-7 programme offers six years warranty, six years of free scheduled servicing and a seven-day repair promise, designed to deliver peace of mind to Chery owners nationwide.
Chery International has also reaffirmed the strategic importance of Nigeria to its global expansion.
“Nigeria is a key market in Chery’s international growth strategy. Our partnership with Carloha Nigeria ensures Nigerian customers enjoy the same world-class Chery experience available in leading global markets,” said Kim Lou, National Director, Chery International.
To mark the milestone, Carloha Nigeria is rolling out customer engagement activities, showroom promotions and enhanced after-sales initiatives across the country, reinforcing its commitment to world-class automotive ownership experiences aligned with Chery’s global standards.
With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, Carloha Nigeria has built a reputation as Nigeria’s best after-sales car company, supported by a nationwide network of service centres, trained technicians, and access to genuine spare parts. Carloha Nigeria is committed to delivering world-class sales and after-sales experiences that reflect Chery’s global standards of quality and innovation.
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