Gasgoo.com (Shanghai) - With another year off the calendars and in the run up to Chinese New Year, let's take a look back at some of key stories that shook the automotive industry in 2011.
Jan. 16 , 2012Gasgoo.com (Shanghai) - What exactly do Chinese manufacturers need to see increased interest in own brand vehicles? A revolutionary shift in consumer attitudes may be just what these companies are looking for. According to a recent Gasgoo.com (Chinese) survey, polling 1,848 automotive experts and analysts, most agree that the government would be the most effective force in altering consumer tendencies.
Dec. 20 , 2011Gasgoo.com (Shanghai) - According to figures compiled by Gasgoo.com (Chinese), 12 SUVs managed sales of over 5,000 units. Among them, eight were from foreign JVs, with Dongfeng's Honda CR-V, leading, followed by the Shanghai VW Tiguan, Dongfeng Nissan Qashqai, FAW Toyota RAV4, Guangqi Toyota Highlander, Beijing Hyundai ix35, FAW-VW Audi Q5 and Dongfeng Yueda Kia Sportage-R. The remaining four were Chinese: the Great Wall Haval H-Series, BYD S6, Chery Tiggo and Zotye 5008.
Dec. 20 , 2011