Kia Tasman Assembly Begins at Aymesa Plant in Quito
Overview
Ecuador's automotive sector reached an industrial milestone with the official start of assembly for the Kia Tasman pickup truck at the Aymesa plant located in Quito. With this operational launch, Ecuador becomes the first country in the world to produce this vehicle model outside South Korea's manufacturing lines.
Confirmed details
The launch ceremony for the assembly line was attended by the Vice Minister of Production, Industry, and Tourism, Silvana Peñaherrera. The start of this assembly operation follows a strategic roadmap established jointly by the South Korean automaker and Aymesa starting in June 2024.
What to watch
- Operational developments and assembly milestones at the Aymesa plant in Quito.
- Further announcements regarding national manufacturing integration and industrial production schedules.
Sources: eluniverso.com.
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