Chery

Chery is an automotive brand associated with China. Its commonly cited modern founding or brand-launch year is 1997, and its headquarters or principal operating base is in Wuhu, Anhui. Understanding that background is important because some names began as independent companies, while others were created later as specialist marques within larger automotive groups. Chery Automobile was founded in 1997 by the municipal government of Wuhu. Early production began with compact passenger cars, and the company soon pursued exports at a time when many Chinese manufacturers were still focused mainly on their domestic market. Chery became known for developing its own engines, expanding international assembly operations and building a broad SUV portfolio. Its export-led strategy helped make the company one of the most internationally visible Chinese automakers.