A video has been circulating on social media with the caption that a fire broke out in factory of Changan Pakistan in Karachi. In the video, you can see thick black smoke coming out of a facility as firefighters are trying to put the fire out.
You can also see a number of engineers standing outside the burning building. But the biggest question is, was it really a factory of Changan Pakistan. To get the answer, we contacted a Changan official, and this is what he said.
Changan Pakistan Statement
Answering the question, Changan official told us that it is not company’s factory. “It happened at a rented warehouse which is an external facility,” he said. He added that the damage was contained due to a quick response by firefighters and on-duty staff.
So, it was not a Changan Pakistan factory, and it is a good news for Changan consumers. We do hope that the loss at the warehouse stands at a minimum as the car companies are already passing through tough times.
What is Changan Pakistan Upto?
In other news, Changan Pakistan is preparing to introduce two crossover SUVs in Pakistan. The first one is Changan Oshan X5, and the second one is Changan CS35. Here are some details about these cars.
Changan Oshan X5
The first ‘coming soon’ crossover hails from Changan’s premium sub-brand Oshan. The Pakistani market has already had a taste of an Oshan crossover, the Changan Oshan X7, and would definitely love some more.
The Oshan X5 debuted at the Chengdu Motor Show in China last year in July. The premium crossover is smaller than its older sibling, the Oshan X7, and makes quite an impression with its sharp and aggressive looks. The front fascia features a massive waterfall grille, fog lights, and slim LED headlights with DRLs.
The upcoming Changan Oshan X5 is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged Blue Whale NE engine that produces 180 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Changan CS35 Plus
Next, we have the smallest Changan crossover called the CS35 Plus. This one goes back to the year 2018 but has recently received a major facelift. Although smallest in size, the Changan CS35 Plus packs a punch with its sporty and premium looks.
The front fascia features a pair of slim headlights complemented by a geometrically shaped grille. Power is delivered by a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that churns out 158 horsepower and 260 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
So, be ready for these two crossovers.
