David Pieris Automobiles rolls out 1,000th BAIC X55

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The 1,000th BAIC X55 rolls out of the David Pieris Manufacturing Complex in Ranna, Hambantota District.

The team behind achieving the 1,000-unit milestone pose with the 1000th BAIC X55.

David Pieris Automobiles Ltd. (DPA), the four-wheeler sales arm of the David Pieris Group and the sole distributor for BAIC vehicles in Sri Lanka, recently celebrated a significant milestone with the release of its 1,000th BAIC X55. This achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles while steadily increasing local value addition.

The milestone reflects not only the growing popularity of the BAIC X55 in the local market but also the consistent progress made in strengthening domestic manufacturing capabilities.

Renowned for its modern design, advanced technology, and dynamic performance, the BAIC X55 has gained strong traction among Sri Lankan motorists. Achieving the milestone of 1,000 units for a single model stands as a testament to the trust placed by customers, as well as the unwavering dedication of the teams involved in assembly, quality assurance and distribution.

Commenting on the achievement, DPA Director Mahesh Gunathilaka, emphasised the importance of local value addition in building a sustainable and resilient automotive industry in Sri Lanka. He noted that the David Pieris Group Manufacturing Complex located in Ranna in the Hambantota District continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing local assembly operations, creating employment opportunities and contributing to the national economy.

This milestone underscores DPA’s ongoing commitment to innovation, quality and customer satisfaction. Looking ahead, the company remains focused on expanding its manufacturing capabilities while delivering vehicles that meet international standards and further strengthening its local footprint.

DPA’s flagship BAIC showroom is located on Pannipitiya Road, Battaramulla with showrooms in Kurunegala, Matara, Ratnapura and Kandy. Dedicated after-sales facilities are available at Hyde Park Corner, Colombo, Madapatha and Matara, supported by an islandwide network of service dealer points to ensure convenient maintenance and service.