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Chery Officially Launches in St. Kitts and Nevis Through Motorworld and Horsford's

Source: SXM Island Time·1 hour ago·St. Maarten·1 min read

Chinese automaker Chery has officially entered the St. Kitts and Nevis market through a partnership with Motorworld and S.L. Horsford & Co., marking a significant expansion of the brand's presence in the Eastern Caribbean. The collaboration brings together two established local automotive players to distribute and service Chery vehicles on the twin-island federation. Chery, one of China's largest and fastest-growing car manufacturers, has been aggressively expanding into Caribbean and Latin American markets in recent years. The arrival of the brand gives consumers in St. Kitts and Nevis access to a wider range of vehicle options, including SUVs and sedans, often at competitive price points compared to traditional Western brands. The partnership with Horsford's Automotive, a well-known name in St. Kitts and Nevis retail and distribution, signals a strong commitment to building local sales infrastructure and after-sales support. This launch is part of a broader regional trend of Chinese automotive brands gaining ground across small island economies seeking affordable and fuel-efficient vehicle alternatives.

Key Facts
  • Chinese automaker Chery has officially launched in St. Kitts and Nevis.
  • The brand will be distributed through a partnership between Motorworld and S.L. Horsford & Co.
  • The move expands Chery's growing footprint in the Caribbean automotive market.
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