Rancon Auto Industries Limited, a leading player in the local automotive industry, has taken a significant stride towards modernization by establishing a facility to paint cars ahead of assembly. This innovative approach is set to enhance the country’s technological capabilities and make cars more affordable for local customers.
- Previously, this factory brought already painted parts, assembled them, and conducted various inspections before release into the market.
- Now, car bodies and components are painted before the other steps, said SM Shahjahan Selim, deputy general manager of factory operations.
- Some models of Japanese brand Mitsubishi and Malaysian brand Proton cars are now undergoing this process at Rancon’s facility, located within its industrial park in Bhabanipur village, Kashimpur Union, Gazipur.
Over the past year, the facility has undergone modernisation and expansion works to implement this initiative, he added. This not only enhances the country’s technological capabilities but also helps make cars more affordable for local customers, he said.
“We want to inform the people of the country that we have the capability to produce Japanese-standard vehicles. The world-class production facilities at this factory are certified by Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.”
A group of journalists from Dhaka were taken to the Rancon Industrial Park yesterday to visit the factory. The facility has undergone significant transformation, and the company has invested heavily in its modernization efforts.
| Vehicle Type | Production Capacity |
|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Xpander | 2,000 units annually |
| Proton X70 | 300-400 units annually |
| Commercial JAC Vehicles (Trucks) | 600 units annually |
| Commercial Mercedes Vehicles (Buses) | 360 units annually |
The facility houses the only international-standard test track in the country, where new vehicles undergo thorough testing for speed, braking, handling, stability, suspension, and overall performance, ensuring that durable and reliable vehicles reach customers.
Key Features of the Facility:
- Modernized production facilities certified by Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
- International-standard test track for thorough testing of new vehicles
- Capacity to produce a range of vehicles, including Mitsubishi Xpander, Proton X70, commercial JAC vehicles, and commercial Mercedes vehicles
Currently, the facility is engaged in trial production of the Mitsubishi Xpander and Proton X70 passenger car models, which are expected to be officially launched in the market by June.