Changan Automobile, with over 160 years of experience, enters the Sri Lankan market through a partnership with Senok.
As China’s largest electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer and a pioneer in intelligent mobility, Changan brings its R&D abilities to local roads, a media release from the company stated.
Senok will introduce Deepal — Changan’s premium EV brand — to the local market. The first consignment is due to arrive soon.
Managing Director of Senok Group, Gerad Fernando said, “This partnership with Changan marks a significant step forward in Sri Lanka’s transition to sustainable mobility. Deepal represents the future of clean transport — innovative, performance-driven, and environmentally responsible. We are proud to offer Sri Lankans a world-class EV experience, backed by Senok’s longstanding commitment to quality and service.”
Deepal, formed as an independent brand under Changan in 2023, is the product of years of development under the company’s New Energy Division. The name combines “Deep” and “Pal,” symbolising a meaningful partnership between humans, technology, and nature. Its vehicles reflect a design philosophy centred on intelligent companionship — vehicles engineered to intuitively understand and respond to the needs of modern drivers.
The initial offering comprises five models: S07, L07, E07, S05, and the compact Lumin. Designed to meet a range of preferences and lifestyles, these models span from agile urban vehicles to refined, high-performance EVs.
