A Historic Milestone For Fiat in Algeria
Fiat Algeria has achieved a historic milestone, according to Samir Cherfan, Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East and North Africa at Stellantis.
Cherfan posted on his LinkedIn account here on Thursday, October 9: “Today, the Fiat plant in Tafraoui, Algeria, proudly produced its very first fully localised Grande Panda — a vehicle that marks the next chapter in our Algerian journey. What makes this moment truly exceptional is that this car was built using our newly installed welding and painting processes — a first in the history of passenger car manufacturing in Algeria”.
The official added that the Fiat Grande Panda is more than a car — it’s a symbol of transformation, capability, and national pride. It stands as proof of Stellantis Middle East and Africa’s commitment to making Algeria a key player in the regional automotive landscape, driven by local talent and innovation.