Stellantis has begun production of the Grande Panda in Algeria—an inflection point for the country’s automotive ambitions. This is more than a new model; it is a vote of confidence in Algeria’s manufacturing base, workforce, and logistics.

Local assembly means deeper supply chains, technology transfer, and skilled jobs. It also supports Algeria’s import-substitution strategy in a sector with strong consumer demand. With the right vendor ecosystem—plastics, wiring, seats, electronics—the industrial multiplier expands from the factory floor to hundreds of small and mid-sized suppliers.

For drivers, the story is choice and availability. For policymakers, it is capacity and exports. As production stabilizes, Algeria can set benchmarks on quality and after-sales service—areas where the market is hungry for consistency. The message to global OEMs is straightforward: if you invest, Algeria can deliver.