Gasgoo Munich- During the 2026 Paris Motor Show, Chery and several supply-chain partners launched a joint initiative to build a sustainable European automotive supply chain. AUMOVIO—a core supplier working with Chery for over 25 years—took a central role in the effort.
On the sidelines of the show, the two companies held a signing ceremony. Chery officially awarded AUMOVIO the contract to supply Airbag Control Units (ACUs) for vehicles it plans to manufacture locally in Europe.
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The contracted ACUs will be manufactured at AUMOVIO's European plant in Timișoara, Romania—fulfilling a "produce in Europe, deliver locally" model. The project marks a key milestone for AUMOVIO China's "Empowering Chinese OEMs' Global Expansion" strategy.
AUMOVIO noted that the current partnership focuses on localized production at its European plant, but could eventually expand across Chery's broader product portfolio. The supplier plans to leverage its deep roots in Europe, robust R&D and manufacturing capabilities, and expertise in local regulations to support Chery's regional expansion.
AUMOVIO China launched its "Empowering Chinese OEMs' Global Expansion" strategy in early 2026, marshaling global resources with the backing of its global management team to help domestic brands accelerate their overseas footprints. The Chery ACU contract represents a crucial step forward for that initiative.
