Though the three-way Changan-Ford-Mazda JV split is not yet official, Changan Ford has already started working on plans to increase its growth in China, a local media report said.

Martin Burela, CEO of Changan Ford, announced plans for a US$1.6bn fourth factory in Nanchang, Jiangxi, according to 21cbh.com. However, the site location is yet to be confirmed.

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Ford’s production site in Chongqing is set to begin operations in 2012, while its engine and transmission factory should be completed by 2013.

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