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Mercedes-Benz has started assembling the electric GLC from imported knocked-down kits at its Chakan plant near Pune. The move adds a second assembly site for the model and expands its production footprint to four sites worldwide.
BYD has decided to collaborate with contract manufacturer Inokom on local assembly of electric cars in Malaysia. The source says the decision is likely due to significantly tightened import conditions and notes that Inokom also makes the BMW i5 for the Malaysian market.
BYD Malaysia has chosen Inokom Corporation Sdn. Bhd. to assemble vehicles locally in Malaysia. The move marks a step in the company’s plan to assemble completely knocked-down vehicles in the country.
Mercedes-Benz says the electric GLC will be assembled locally in Thailand. The move would expand local production of MB.EA-based models in the country.