Nissan terminates contract with Vietnamese distributor
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Japanese carmaker Nissan announced it has ended its tie-up with its distributor in Vietnam, Tan Chong, without disclosing the reason. Malaysian-owned Tan Chong Motor Holdings Bhd, said it would stop importing and distributing Nissan vehicles and parts in Vietnam from September 10 next year.
Tan Chong said it “remains open to further discussion with Nissan to explore alternative solutions and business opportunities for mutual benefit in Vietnam.”
Nissan said: “The termination of the joint venture with Tan Chong will not affect the sales of Nissan cars in Vietnam.”
Its business operations would remain unchanged in the near future, it said. It is set to debut its seven-seat SUV Terra in Vietnam on December 18.
Tan Chong, a multinational corporation based in Malaysia, is not only the official distributor of Nissan in Malaysia and Vietnam, but also in Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar.
In Malaysia, it also distributes cars by Opel, Renault and Foton. Its subsidiary, Motor Image, also owns the rights to produce and distribute Subaru vehicles in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam.
Questions & Answers
Q.Does Nissan's termination of the contract with Tan Chong affect other regions where Tan Chong distributes Nissan vehicles?
Does Nissan's termination of the contract with Tan Chong affect other regions where Tan Chong distributes Nissan vehicles?
The article states Tan Chong also distributes Nissan in Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar. However, the termination specifically refers to the tie-up in Vietnam, so the impact on other regions is not mentioned.
Q.How will Nissan ensure the continued sale of its cars in Vietnam after Tan Chong stops distribution?
How will Nissan ensure the continued sale of its cars in Vietnam after Tan Chong stops distribution?
Nissan stated the termination would not affect sales and its business operations would remain unchanged in the near future. The article does not elaborate on the specific arrangements for sales post-Tan Chong's departure.
Q.Will Tan Chong continue to distribute other car brands in Vietnam after separating from Nissan?
Will Tan Chong continue to distribute other car brands in Vietnam after separating from Nissan?
Tan Chong's subsidiary, Motor Image, holds the rights to produce and distribute Subaru vehicles in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam. The article does not specify about other brands like Opel, Renault, or Foton in Vietnam.
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