Hayleys Mobility unveils OJ in Sri Lanka

Newly unveiled JAECOO J8, J7 PHEV, J6 and OMODA E5 models on display

 Hayleys Mobility team with Hayleys Chairman and Chief Executive Mohan Pandithage and Chery Automobile Country Director Sri Lanka Alaric Wang

• Ushers in a new era of premium sustainable mobility

Sri Lanka’s automotive landscape took a decisive step towards cleaner, smarter mobility as Hayleys Mobility Limited, the mobility arm of Hayleys Fentons Limited, officially unveiled OJ (OMODA & JAECOO) on January 27, 2026, at The Kingsbury Colombo.  

As the exclusive authorised distributor, Hayleys Mobility introduces OJ to address the growing demands from urban and corporate customers seeking premium vehicles with reduced environmental impact and advanced connectivity.

OMODA & JAECOO are premium brands under the Chery Group, China’s No. 01 passenger vehicle exporter for 23 years and ranked 233rd on the 2025 Fortune Global 500. Through this partnership, customers in Sri Lanka will benefit from manufacturer-backed warranties, a nationwide after-sales service network and the trust associated with the Hayleys group’s 148-year legacy.

The initial OJ portfolio features a versatile mix of plug-in hybrid (PHEV), hybrid electric vehicle and advanced internal combustion engine models. The JAECOO range includes the flagship J8, J7 PHEV, J6, J5 combining off-road capability with refined luxury, while the OMODA range comprises C9 PHEV, stylish C5 and fully electric E5, designed for future-focused, tech-savvy drivers.

Hayleys Fentons Managing Director Hasith Prematillake commented, “OJ strengthens our long-term capability to support cleaner mobility while introducing globally benchmarked vehicles recognised across key markets, including the United Kingdom, Australia, the Middle East, Europe and South America.” Hayleys Mobility Executive Director Roshani Dharmaratne said, “Our focus has been on building the right foundation before introducing these brands. From trained technical teams to after-sales infrastructure, we are confident in our ability to support customers well beyond the point of purchase.”

Hayleys Mobility CEO Rajieve Fernando added, “Customer confidence is critical in the shift to new technologies. That is why we have prioritised manufacturer-backed assurance, genuine parts availability and roadside assistance via our hotline, so ownership remains simple and dependable.”

Complementing its passenger vehicle portfolio, Hayleys Mobility also offers a range of commercial vehicles in partnership with SRM (Shineray Motors). This includes the SRM T3 EV light commercial electric vehicle, SRM X30L EV passenger van and SRM X30L EV cargo van.

Furthermore, Hayleys Mobility delivers a comprehensive suite of EV charging solutions, ranging from compact residential chargers to large-scale public and commercial charging hubs, in partnership with StarCharge, a global charging solutions provider with over two million chargers deployed worldwide.