Gasgoo Munich- BAIC Group and Changan Automobile signed a strategic cooperation agreement on June 13, according to a post on BAIC’s official WeChat account seen by Gasgoo. The two sides will align on key areas including forward-looking technologies, emerging industries, green and low-carbon development, and industrial and supply chains, as well as overseas markets. The partnership aims to explore new paths for cooperation between central and local state-owned enterprises, working together to shape a new landscape of high-quality growth in China’s auto industry.
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The global automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. The battleground is shifting from standalone manufacturing to a comprehensive contest involving supply chains, computing power, and ecosystem synergy. The sector is pivoting toward electrification, digital intelligence, and globalization. Against this backdrop, deepening resource coordination and leveraging complementary strengths have become essential. This is vital for Chinese national brands to boost their overall competitiveness and accelerate their global expansion.
Both BAIC Group and Changan Automobile are pillars of China’s automotive sector. They share a mission to strengthen national brands and drive industrial transformation. Notably, they are the first — and currently only — two companies in China to obtain approval for L3 autonomous driving models. This marks the start of Level 3 self-driving technology adoption.
This strategic partnership marks a concrete step by both sides to deepen collaboration. They are responding to the demands of a new era. Seizing this opportunity, the companies aim to fully unlock their respective strengths in R&D, industrial resources, and overseas markets. They are committed to resource sharing, value co-creation, and mutual growth. They strive to contribute positively to the high-quality development of China's auto industry.
