Who Sells What in Jamaica: The 2026 Car Dealer & Brand Map

A complete guide to Jamaica's major automotive dealers and which brands and services they offer.

Jamaica's automotive landscape is shaped by a small number of major dealership groups, each controlling specific brand franchises and often running complementary businesses. Understanding who sells what: and what services come with it: is essential for any buyer. This guide maps the 2026 dealer and brand split across the island.

ATL Automotive Group: Jamaica's Largest Multi-Brand Network

ATL Automotive Group, a division of the ATL Group (founded by the late Butch Stewart and now chaired by Adam Stewart), operates Jamaica's widest dealer network with around 8 locations spanning Kingston, Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. The group holds franchises for Audi, BMW, Porsche (the German prestige tier), plus Honda, Volkswagen, Kia, and a major portfolio of Chinese brands: BYD, MG, Omoda, Jaecoo and Foton. Beyond vehicle sales, ATL Automotive provides in-house financing through ATL Automotive Finance, a "3Plus" extended-warranty programme, service centres, and parts supply. This integrated model means finance, warranty and aftermarket support flow through the same franchised dealer.

Stewart's Automotive Group: A Separate Legacy House (Not ATL)

Despite the surname, Stewart's Automotive Group is entirely separate from ATL Automotive and unrelated to Butch Stewart's family. Founded in 1938 by Lionel Arthur Stewart, it began as Stewart's Auto Supplies & Repairs on Hanover Street in downtown Kingston and has grown into a diversified group. Today it franchises Suzuki (secured in 1982), Mitsubishi and Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Land Rover (acquired via the 2010 purchase of the Issa Transport Group), GWM (a Chinese brand), and Honda motorcycles. Stewart's also owns Automotive Art (a car-care retailer), Stewart Industrial (heavy-duty machinery and equipment), and Budget Rent a Car, with headquarters at South Camp Road, Kingston.

Kingston Industrial Garage: Jamaica's Oldest Dealership (Est. 1908)

Kingston Industrial Garage (KIG) stands as Jamaica's oldest automotive dealership, founded in 1908 by the Henriques brothers. It is also reportedly the world's oldest Ford dealership outside the United States, having opened with the Model T. Today, KIG holds franchises for Ford, Subaru, Jeep, and JAC Light Trucks, and stocks Yamaha motorcycles. The dealership supplies Motorcraft batteries and offers a full range of services: new-vehicle sales, parts, servicing and bodywork. Located on Spanish Town Road, Kingston, KIG represents continuity in Jamaica's motoring heritage.

Tyre Warehouse Automotive: Integrated Chinese Dealership + Parts

Tyre Warehouse Automotive markets itself as "Jamaica's Leading Chinese Car Dealership" and operates a novel integrated model: it is both a vehicle dealer and a tyre, battery, rims and lubricants business. The group sells four Chinese brands: Jetour, Riddara (known for the RD6 electric pickup), Rely (the R8 model), and Vanche (commercial vans and minibuses): and also supplies automotive accessories via its online retail site, tyrewarehousejm.com. This fusion of dealership and parts retail sets Tyre Warehouse apart in Jamaica's market.

Changan Jamaica: China's Changan & Deepal Electric Brand

Changan Jamaica (changanjamaica.com) distributes Changan and its premium electric sub-brand, Deepal, in Jamaica. Models include the Deepal S05, S07 and G318. This dealer reflects the surge of dedicated Chinese-brand importers in the local market.

The German Prestige Split & the Chinese Brand Spread

Two macro patterns stand out in Jamaica's 2026 landscape. First, German prestige badges are split between two rivals: ATL Automotive controls Audi, BMW and Porsche, while Stewart's Automotive holds Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar and Land Rover. No single dealer carries them all. Second, Chinese brands are now distributed across both established players and new entrants: ATL (BYD, MG, Omoda, Jaecoo, Foton), Stewart's (GWM), Tyre Warehouse (Jetour, Riddara, Rely, Vanche) and Changan Jamaica (Changan, Deepal): reflecting how deeply this segment has penetrated Jamaica's market in just a few years. Buyers benefit from choice but should verify franchise-specific parts and warranty arrangements.

The bottom line

As a buyer, remember that parts, servicing, warranty support and finance are almost always handled through your vehicle's franchised dealer. ATL Automotive bundles extended warranty and financing; Tyre Warehouse folds tyres and batteries into its model; Stewart's Automotive backs you with its own rental subsidiary and parts ecosystem. Check with your chosen dealer about warranty terms, especially for electric and Chinese-brand vehicles, and ask whether parts and service are available at other locations across the island: this matters if you live outside Kingston or Montego Bay.

Frequently asked questions

Are 'Stewart's Automotive' and 'ATL Automotive' owned by the same people?

No. Despite the shared surname, they are separate, unrelated companies. ATL Automotive is owned by Jamaica's Stewart family (founded by Butch Stewart, now chaired by Adam Stewart). Stewart's Automotive was founded in 1938 by Lionel Arthur Stewart and is not connected to Butch Stewart's family or ATL Group.

Can I buy Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz from one dealer in Jamaica?

No. German prestige brands are split: ATL Automotive sells Audi, BMW and Porsche, while Stewart's Automotive sells Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar and Land Rover. No single franchised dealer carries all three prestige marques.

Where can I buy Chinese-brand vehicles in Jamaica?

Chinese brands are now sold by multiple dealers. ATL Automotive carries BYD, MG, Omoda, Jaecoo and Foton. Stewart's Automotive sells GWM. Tyre Warehouse Automotive specializes in Jetour, Riddara, Rely and Vanche, and also sells tyres and batteries. Changan Jamaica distributes Changan and Deepal (electric) models.