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China is the world’s largest automobile market,
both in terms of production and consumption.
In 2015, the country produced approximately
24.5 million units and sold around 24.6 million
units domestically. This sales number account for
more than half of the vehicles sold in Asia, Oceania and Middle-East
combined (43.9 million units).
China’s global share on new vehicle production has also been
increasing year after year from 3.5% in 2000 to around 25.5% in 2015.
In 2014, the sales volume of Chinese automobiles has increased 6.9%
from 2013 to 23.5 million cars and eventually to the current 24 million
plus.
Nevertheless, the Chinese government intended slowdown of its
economic expansion have reduced the demand for cars where the
domestic sales expansion of 4.7% (21.1 million units) in 2015
represents the industry slowest sales growth in three years.
The government backed China Association of Automobile
Manufacturers (CAAM), however, is still optimistic. Because of the
latest government sales tax reduction, they expect China total vehicle
sales to rise about 6% to 26 million cars this year.
The strongest growing segments in China are SUVs and MPVs.
According to CAAM, the production and sales of ‘new energy’
vehicles is currently enjoying strong growth with 25,246 units
produced and 22,936 units sold (March 2016). This represents an
increase of 54.8% and 46% when compared to last year.
China represents a vast opportunity for the auto industry and if you
want to learn more about it in detail then this e-book is the perfect
place to start.
Outsourcing, localization and business
development
The information was compiled from personal research, the internet
and support of friends at automotive companies, automotive
organizations, industrial estates and business associates and is
intended to support:
1) Business Development - managers who seek to identify
potential customers and sales opportunities in China’s
automotive industry.
2) Outsourcing – local and international commodity managers,
buyers who are looking to source automotive components from
China.
3) Localization – international managers desiring to expand their
market and set up a footprint in China – either for distribution or
local production.
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I am sure this book will give you lots of information and enable you to
do more business in China.
Bangkok, July 2017
 
Ulrich Kaiser

Taiwan-made machine tools leap into
new-generation manufacturing
Vertically and horizontally integrated
Apart from supplying advanced machining equipment to the global
manufacturing market, Taiwan also provides integrated machine development
solutions. The nation operates one of the world’s most prolific industry clusters,
which gives its machinery makers an edge in providing complete supply chain
service and one-stop machining solutions to international manufacturers.
Industrial parks located across the island serve as bases of thousands of
machine tool makers, assemblers, and machine part suppliers who are globally
recognized for their skills and technological achievements. They support
each other through cooperation and collaboration, thus enabling them to be as
flexible and adaptable as possible. Upstream and downstream companies in the
machinery industry are integrated vertically. Furthermore, the Taiwan machine
tool sector is also aligning with other industries like information technology.
By integrating horizontally, Taiwan machine tool suppliers have tapped into the
strengths of other sectors to create more advanced machining applications.
The rise of multifunction machines, customized machining processes,
and smart automation solutions from Taiwan has greatly improve overall
manufacturing performance. This is also fueling a surge in demand for hybrid
machine tools. Manufacturers can easily find Taiwan-made machines that
blend additive manufacturing and multi-tasking functions. Hybrid machines
like these are especially well-suited for small lot production of difficult-to-cut
materials required in the aerospace, medical and energy industries. Taiwan’s
growing success in providing machining automation is also the result of
horizontal integration. For example, energy-efficient power products
from leading companies have helped makers increase the power
supply efficiency of their machines by up to 90 percent. Meanwhile,
automation solution providers in Taiwan have secured a number
of patents for measurement applications, which can substantially
improve capability to provide in-house automated handling and
manufacturing execution systems (MES). Such automation systems
will help realize fully automated cells in factories.
Taiwan machine tool makers have mustered enough support
from the nation’s technology sector, giving them the edge to
create machining solutions for maximum stability, efficiency,
and functionality. For manufacturers who are aiming to boost
productivity and quality, Taiwan provides the most comprehensive
solutions in machine tools used in different manufacturing sectors.
technique can achieve deeper and more precise holes with smaller diameters.
Both help enhance the range of applications of machine tools. With such high-
performance machines, good production practices can be upheld by every
manufacturer, whether it is located in an advanced nation or a developing
country. This also means future machines can level the playing field, which
will give underdeveloped economies the opportunity to develop their fledging
manufacturing sector with the help of advanced machine tools from Taiwan.
Taiwan of late has also made significant inroads in the development of large-
sized, multi-axis machines, thus giving a number of local machine tool builders
the leverage to compete on the global stage. Several Taiwanese companies
specialize in 5-axis, high-speed, double-column, and moving-column machining
centers that are extensively used in aviation manufacturing. And so international
manufacturers who are sourcing for machine tools that could meet their
production requirements do not have to look far as Taiwan offers all sorts of
industry-specific machines that can verily meet their expectations and budget.
www.twmt.tw
Local machinery manufacturers are pillars of Taiwan’s economy: they have
for many years maintained a distinct and irreplaceable role in the production
sector, especially in the development and supply of machine tools. Nearly every
producer who succeeded in the manufacturing market has them to thank for.
According to a WTO statistics report, Taiwan placed second among the world’s
top contributors to the global value chain in 2015, with nearly 70% of its
manufactured goods and services exported worldwide. This evidently shows
the extent of Taiwan’s involvement in global trade. On industrial machinery
development, Taiwan has managed to preserve a sterling reputation in the global
market. This Asian manufacturing powerhouse is ranked alongside the world’s
top five exporters and top seven producers of machine tools used in various
industries, including automotive, electronics, information and communication
technology, aerospace, and large-scale infrastructure.
From conventional machine tools to future production facilities
Taiwan-made machine tools offer better price-performance ratio than similar
ones made by other countries. Each is designed, built, and equipped entirely in-
house to ensure utmost quality and machining precision. Machine tools that are
exported by Taiwan can be broadly classified into two categories:
Conventional machine models with classic features
Sophisticated machining units (e.g., EDM, ultrasonic/laser machine tools,
electrochemical grinder, photochemical milling machine, and large-scale
multi-axis machine)
Taiwan’s sophisticated ability in building machine tools is a product of over
several decades of manufacturing experience. Locally made machining
equipment, such as vertical CNC, lathe, milling machine, drill press, and grinding
machine, bears the hallmark of manufacturing flexibility that only Taiwanese
builders can execute flawlessly. Providing a range of machining models that
meet the requirements of industrial end-users, these unsung heroes have helped
put Taiwan on the global machinery map. The nation supplies various types
of grinders that include cylindrical, surface, internal and centerless. These
boast superior stability and rigidity, which are exactly what manufacturers of
automotive gear shafts, auto components, electronics, IT gadgets, and mold dies
needed.
Taiwan also provides an assortment of vertical and horizontal CNC lathes.
Variations in design and functionality of these types distinguish one from
another. New-generation lathes also have been launched recently, which
feature enhanced operations for better milling, drilling, tapping, and spindle
performance.
As the global manufacturing sector moves toward simplifying once complicated
machining processes down to single a setup, many local machine tool builders
are stepping up to the challenge. So far, improvements in machine design
successfully eliminate many machining failures resulting from vibrations and
drastic temperature changes. New models rolled out of several factories in
Taiwan overcome the limitations of traditional machining processes. They
feature optimum cutting accuracy, temperature control, and running stability,
with every detail considered for modern machining. With all the advances,
global manufacturers have more and better options than just conventional
processes. Machine buyers could easily notice the differences. Take an EDM
for example, locally made EDMs deliver excellent cutting precision, which is
made possible by combining linear motor technology and the latest auto wire
threading mechanism to meet multi-angle manufacturing requirements.
Another good example is the drilling machine. Two types dominate the market
currently: ultrasonic drilling ensures machining stability, reduces chipping,
and allows micro-hole machining of hard and brittle materials, while laser
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Currently, domestic production accounts for more than 90% of the total motor
vehicle market share. Domestically produced trucks basically meet market
demand in terms of variety and quantity. The previous high disparity between
supply and demand in the passenger car sector has been largely relieved.
China’s passenger car production in 2015 reached 21.1 million units. The production of
commercial vehicles reached 3.4 million units, totally around 24.5 million vehicles
produced last year.
This production number represents an increase of 3.3% when compared to 23.7 million
units in 2014. China’s production numbers dwarfed that of the second largest car car
producer in the world, the United States, which managed around 12.1 million units in
2015.
Meanwhile, China’s total car sales in 2016 has reached new highs and has expanded by
4.7% despite the slowdown of its economy. Last year, 4.7% of car production growth
beat analyst’s expectations of 3%. However, the expansion is still
the slowest in three years. In comparison, auto sales grew
5.7% to 17.5 million units in the U.S. last year.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. The auto industry is highly protected by
the government.
2. The prefer segments are currently sports
utility vehicle (SUVs), multipurpose
vehicles (MPVs), and small engine cars
due to government favorable policies.
3. Largely dominated by state owned
enterprise (SOEs).
4. Domestic brands are gaining more
popularity.
5. A large part of the industry still rely
heavily on the import of technologies and
know how.
6. Comparatively low vehicle penetration
rate of about 115 vehicles per 1,000
inhabitants versus 800 per 1,000 in the
United States.
Introduction
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China began to develop a domestic motor vehicle industry in the 1950s by pooling
together investment and imported technology. This led to the establishment of the
First Auto Works (FAW) in Changchun in 1953. The ﬁrst Chinese-made vehicle, a 4-
ton truck, was produced on July 15, 1956.
By 1958, local governments were investing in the automotive industry. This resulted in
more than 200 factories beginning to produce motor vehicles. Yet only a small number
of these factories survived and went on to become the backbone of today’s automotive
industry. Those that did were in Beijing, Nanjing, Shanghai, Shenyang, and Jinan. One
product of these auto plants was the Red Flag sedan, the limousine used by high-
ranking leaders in China.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Direct foreign investment into China’s
automotive sector is restricted
2. Foreign automobile manufacturers have
to form a joint venture with China
domestic partners to produce
automobiles in China
3. All international automobile
manufacturers in the passenger vehicle
segment are JVs
4. Domestic players are mainly dominant in
the bus and truck segments
5. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce
announced in 2014 that the current
foreign ownership ceiling of 50% will
eventually be lifted
OEM Introduction
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Audi in China consists of two companies in three locations: Audi
China in Beijing; FAW-Volkswagen (FAW-VW) in Changchun
(production and Audi sales division); and FAW-VW Foshan plant
(production started in 2013).
History of Audi in China
The foundation for the presence of the AUDI AG in China was laid in 1988. After
negotiations lasting one year, the first joint venture agreement was signed with Chinese
First Automobile Works (FAW), based in the province of Jijin in Northeast China. This
was followed by another important milestone. In 1995 – the inclusion in the FAW-
Volkswagen joint venture, which is now the China FAW Group Corporation (FAW),
established in 1991.
AUDI AG has a 10% share in the joint venture. The production of a modified Audi 100
with a V6 engine was followed in January 2000 by the market launch of the A6.
Section 2
AT A GLANCE
1. AUDI AG is now represented in China by a
joint venture and a fully owned subsidiary.
2. The new plant in Foshan and the
expansion of the Changchun plant
increased Audi’s annual production
capacity in China to 700,000 vehicles
Audi
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Audi (China) Enterprise Management Co.,
Ltd.
3-6 floor, (Designer Building), Block B6, No.797
Inside Zhengdong Group Yard,
Chaoyang, Beijing, 100015
Tel: +86 10 6531 5008
Email: service@audi.cn
Carlo Dall’Angelo
Purchasing Manager
Reinhold Mueller
Manager
Kai Klostermann
Director Audi Tooling
Carlo Dall'Angelo
Supply Chain Manager

Audi China
Audi China was established in Beijing in 2009, as a fully owned
subsidiary of AUDI AG. The company coordinates business
cooperation between AUDI AG, the FAW Group, and Joint-Venture
FAW-Volkswagen. In addition, Audi China supports global activities of
AUDI AG, especially in Asia.
AUDI AG is now represented in China by a joint venture and a fully
owned subsidiary. Together with joint venture partners Volkswagen
and the Chinese company, First Automotive Works (FAW), Audi
produces in Changchun the Audi A4 L, Audi A6 L, Audi Q3, and Audi
Q5 models. The Audi A3 Sportback and the Audi A3 Saloon have been
being manufactured in Foshan since 2014. The A6 L and Audi A4 L
have an extended wheelbase and were developed especially for
China.
Audi China has about 600 employees. Their tasks include product
management, market research, support for the sales network, train-
the-trainer programs, and trend-scouting. The brand marketing team
organizes brand and driving events and operates Audi City, the first
digital showroom of Audi in Asia. They expect to open about 500
dealerships in China by 2017.
The new plant in Foshan and the expansion of the Changchun plant is
expected to increase Audi’s annual production capacity in China to
700,000 vehicles. Audi is the most fuel efficient premium vehicle in
China. Audi in 2012 over-met its weight-based Chinese fuel
consumption regulations by a larger margin than any other premium
brand. In 2013, Audi achieved a 20% reduction in the average fuel
consumption of its locally built models.
With the market introduction of the Audi Q3 and the Audi Q5, Audi is
the first manufacturer to equip every locally built model in China with
efficient start/stop technology and a brake energy recovery
(recuperation) system.
Production Coordination Asia Audi China teams develop tooling
suppliers in Asia, support the global AUDI AG logistics network, and
offer production ramp-up and planning services for China and
additional Asian locations. This includes the evaluation of production
scenarios as well as the implementation of new products at current
production facilities. The engineers work in close cooperation with
Joint-Venture FAW-Volkswagen and the global production teams of
AUDI AG.
Production
The production of automobiles by the joint venture in Changchun
includes the four major areas of car manufacturing: press shop, body
shop, paint shop and assembly. Audi’s annual production capacity at
FAW-Volkswagen in Changchun has been expanded in recent years to
450,000 automobiles. At present, the plant produces the models Audi
A4 L, Audi A6 L, Audi Q3 and Audi Q5. Production at the joint venture
meets the standards set by AUDI AG for all of the company’s global
plants. Audi had already brought ultra-modern automotive and
manufacturing technology such as laser welding and hot-wax flooding
to China in the late 1990s. And in 2012, the brand with the Four Rings
was the first car manufacturer to integrate lightweight components in
local production with the new Audi A6 L.
The FAW-Volkswagen plant completed in Foshan in southern China in
late 2013 produces the Audi A3 Sportback and the Audi A3 Sedan. It
is the first plant in China in which models are built on the basis of the
new MQB platform. The Audi facility in Foshan can be ramped up to a
capacity of between 150,000 and 200,000 automobiles per annum.
The flexible plant structure allows ongoing gradual capacity
expansion. Depending on the market, Audi will be able to expand its
total production capacity in China (Changchun and Foshan) to
700,000 automobiles per annum by 2017.
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Audi R&D Beijing
The Audi R&D Center Asia opened in Beijing in early 2013, and is part
of the technical development department of AUDI AG. The research
and development teams in Beijing are working on regional product
customization and product testing, closely related to customers in
Asia. Furthermore, the R&D teams ensure the integration of
innovations and trends from Asia into AUDI AG’s future global
products.
Saad Metz
Executive Vice President R&D
Jian Jiang
Powertrain Management
Currrent/recent models:
Volkswagen produces the models Audi A6 L, Audi A4 L, Audi Q5 and
Audi Q3 in Changchun in northern China. The joint venture plant in
Foshan in the south of China produces the Audi A3 Sportback and the
Audi A3 Sedan.
Review of 2015
In 2015, premium-market leader Audi delivered 570,889 cars in China,
close to the prior-year volume. The locally produced model series are
the Audi A3 Sportback, Audi A3 Sedan, Audi A4 L, Audi A6 L, Audi Q3
and Audi Q5 reached the new record of 512,198 units delivered. The
Audi Q5 was once again China’s bestselling premium SUV with
deliveries of 114,817 units and growth of 8.2 percent.
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Section 3
Other Chinese OEMs
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SAIC Fiat Powertrain Hongyan (SFH) is a joint venture
founded in 2007 by Saic-Iveco Commercial Vehicle
Investing Co., Ltd., Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT), and
Chongqing Heavy-Duty Vehicle Group (CHVG).
SFH is located in the Huang Mao Ping economic development district in Chongqing
municipality, which has advanced vehicle and components industries. The new SFH
factory is around 270,000 square meters and began production in October 2008. This
factory is planned to include highly automated product assembly lines and
manufacturing lines with superior logistics and component supply systems.
In addition to advanced power technologies introduced by SFH from FPT, the company
expects to reach an annual throughput of 200,000 diesel engine assemblies, of which
100,000 are designated for export. SFH has introduced advanced power technologies
from FPT. Additionally, SFH is implementing an integrated Q&EHS system, and has
successfully obtained the ISO14001:2004, OHSAS18001:2007 and the ISO/
TS16949:2009 certiﬁcates.
SFH currently provides three series of products,
which are CURSOR, NEF and F1. Each series
covers displacement ranging from 2.3L to 12.9L,
maximum power ranges from 71kw with 96HP to
353kw with 480HP, and maximum torque ranges
from 240Nm to 2200Nm, all of which will satisfy
the substantial power requirement of commercial
vehicles with heavy, medium, and light sizes,
construction equipment, marines, and power
generators.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Founded in 2007 and is based in
Chongqing.
2. This company is one of the largest diesel
engine manufactures in China, as well as
a pioneer at producing high-tech diesel
engines with low emissions.
3. Annual production volume of 200,000
engines/components, 100,000 of which
are for export.
SAIC Fiat Powertrain Hongyan
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SAIC Fiat Powertrain Hongyan
B07 Block, Huangmaoping,
Chongqing North New Zone, 401122
Tel: +86 23 6321 2888
Federico Bullo
CEO
Junwei Zhou
Senior Program Management Manager
Xuening Gao
Quality Director

Section 2
Other Chinese Tier 1 Suppliers
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Benteler Automotive provides development, production and
services worldwide. Currently the company is owned by the
fourth generation of its founding family.
They are a full-service supplier for practically all large vehicle manufacturers, offering
customized solutions for a broad range of products in the safety, environmental, and
efficiency sectors. Integrated lightweight construction is the main focus of their diverse
activities.
The Structures, Chassis, Modules, and Engine and Exhaust Systems Product Groups
and BENTELER Mechanical Engineering, make them one of the leading providers
worldwide. Beyond these spheres of competence, the joint venture BENTELER-SGL
develops, produces, and markets components based on carbon fiber-reinforced
compound materials (CFRP) for the automotive industry.
Within its Automotive sector it employs about 20,850 employees worldwide in 20
development and sales offices and has 70 factories in 29 countries, BENTELER
Automotive develops and produces ready-to-install modules, components, and parts for
body, chassis, and engine.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Leader in Automotive, Steel and
Distribution
2. German owned automotive parts
manufacturer
Benteler
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Shanghai BENTELER Huizhong Automotive
Company Ltd.
Shanghai: Plant (JV)
No.251 Wen Shui Road
200072 Shanghai
Tel: +86 2156 0377 71
Joyce Fang
CFO
Yew-Hee Koh
Exec Vice President Asia Pacific
Thomas Bunke
Vice President Operation Asia Pacific
Nick Borislavski
General Manager
Bobby li
Purchasing Director

Below are all BENTELER Automotive locations in China.
Click here for a list of all global Benteler locations.
BENTELER Automotive (Changshu) Co., Ltd.
Changshu: Plant
No.3 Dongzhou Road, Economic and technology zone
215513 Changshu, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province
Tel: +86 512 5202 3019
Wuhu BENTELER-POSCO Automotive Co., Ltd.
Wuhu: Plant
NO. 6-8 Hongqi Road, Wuhu Economy&Technology Development
Zone
241009 Wuhu, Anhui
Tel: +86 553 566 6999
BENTELER Automotive (Chongqing) Co., Ltd.
ChongQing: Plant
No.886 HaiEr Road, Jiang Bei District
400026 Chong Qing
Tel: +86 23 6776 8100
BENTELER CAPP Automotive System (Changchun) Co., Ltd.
Changchun: Plant
No.588 Yumin Road
130103 Jilin Province, Changchun City
Tel: +86 431 8585 8418
Shanghai BENTELER Huizhong Automotive Company Ltd.
Shanghai: Plant (JV)
No.251 Wen Shui Road
200072 Shanghai
Tel: +86 2156 0377 71
BENTELER Automotive (Shanghai) Co.
Ltd.
(WOFE plant)
No.1688 HuaLong Road ,Qing Pu District
201708 Shanghai
Tel: +86 2139 7610 88
BENTELER Automotive (Fuzhou) Co., Ltd.
Xincheng Road, Qingkou Investment District
350119 Fuzhou
Tel: +86 591 2279 6969
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Section 2
Other European Tier 1 Suppliers
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Bridgestone (China) Investment operates as a subsidiary
of Bridgestone Corporation and Bridgestone operates
eight facilities in China including four tyre manufacturing
plants.
Bridgestone Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, is the world’s largest tire and rubber
company. In addition to tires for use in a wide variety of applications, it also
manufactures a broad range of diversified products, which include industrial rubber and
chemical products and sporting goods. Its products are sold in over 150 nations and
territories around the world.
Bridgestone Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. is the regional headquarters for the Company’s
operations in China and Asia Pacific. Located in Singapore, it oversees tire production,
sales facilities, and supplies its products to over 25 countries in the region. Bridgestone
Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. plays a key role in facilitating this large and growing market which  
contributes significantly to the entire Bridgestone Group.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. A subsidiary of Bridgestone, the world’s
largest tire and rubber company.
2. Their products that are available in China
include: Passenger Tires, Commercial
Tires, Industrial Tires, and more
Bridgestone
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Bridgestone (China) Investment Co., Ltd.
8/F, No.98 Huaihai Road,
Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200021
Tel: +86 21 6132 1888
Howe Yu
Director of Administration Division
(henry)
Product Engineer
Andy Li
General Products Procurement Manager
Sales Engineer

Bridgestone China products include:
Passenger Tires - POTENZA, TURANZA, ECOPIA, MY-02, B-
SERIES, DUELER, and product positioning.
ECOPIA Series - combines eco-friendly performance such as higher
fuel efficiency and safety. It allows for reduced rolling resistance,
which in turn enhances fuel efficiency. ECOPIA also reduces the
production of harmful carbon dioxide emissions that contribute to
global warming.
Commercial Tires - Light Trucks & Van Tires, Truck & Bus Tires.
Industrial Tires - Bridgestone has been developing a wide range of
tires for use in industrial machines including those for fork lifts, port
and terminal service tractors, straddle carriers and more. Our
products feature excellent wear, cut and puncture resistance, as
well as strong traction suitable for a variety of surfaces and
conditions.
Agricultural Tires - Bridgestone has developed farm tractor tires
that feature maximum traction and durability in tough conditions.
Technologies:
Run-Flat - With Run-Flat Technology tires, you can drive up to 50
miles (80 kilometers) at a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) after an air loss
(ISO technical standards), allowing you to get to a convenient area to
see to the problem. And, because you don't need a spare tyre or
wheel, or a jack, Run-Flat technology tires allow vehicle manufacturers
to reduce resource usage.
Retread - Retreading involves removing used tyre treads and applying
freshly vulcanized new treads so that the body of the tyre can be
reused safely. Retreading not only helps to reduce the total cost of
tyres, but also makes a major environmental contribution in terms of
the more effective utilization of natural resources.
Bridgestone subsidiaries in China include:
Bridgestone (China) Investment Co., Ltd. - Manufacturing and
Sales Subsidiary
Bridgestone (Shenyang) Tire Co., Ltd. - Tyre Manufacturing Plant
Bridgestone (Tianjin) Tire Co., Ltd. - Tyre Manufacturing Plant
Bridgestone (Wuxi) Tire Co., Ltd. - Tyre Manufacturing Plant
Bridgestone (Huizhou) Tire Co., Ltd. - Tyre Manufacturing Plant
Bridgestone (China) Tire Assessment & Development Co., Ltd. -
Proving Ground
Bridgestone (China) Research & Development Co., Ltd.
Bridgestone China Educational Center - Training Center
The Shenyang plant was originally constructed in 1999 and was
Bridgestone Group’s first tire manufacturing plant in China. The plant
is ISO9002 and ISO14001 certified, with products meeting
international standards for quality assurance and environmental
management system, and operations that received good evaluations
on its production management systems respectively.
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Section 2
Other Japanese Tier 1 Suppliers
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Chapter 7
North American
Tier 1

AAM is a leading, global Tier-One automotive supplier of driveline and
drivetrain systems and related components for light trucks, SUVs,
passenger cars, crossover vehicles and commercial vehicles.
Globally, the company employs over 13,500 people, in more than 30
locations in over 13 countries. The company supplies a wide range of customers
including GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Volkswagen, Audi, Scania, Tata Motors, Audi, Harley-
Davidson, Mack Truck, John Deere, Mahindra Navistar and Nissan.
The company product range and products include:
Vehicle Architectures; Light Truck/SUV, Passenger Car/CUV, Passenger Car and
Commercial Vehicles
Driveline Systems; Rear Beam Axles, Rear Axle Systems, Front Axles, Driveshafts,
Multi-Piece Driveshafts, TracRite Axle Diﬀerentials, Torque Transfer Device, Electronic
Control Coupling, CZV Joints.
Drivetrain systems; Transfer Cases, Power Transfer Units, TracRite Transaxle &
Transfer Case Diﬀerentials.
Powertrain Components; Transmission/Transfer Case Components, Intake Manifolds,
Oil Pans, Bell Housings.
Chassis System Components; I-Ride Suspension Module and SmartBar Electronic
Stabilizer System.
Metal Formed Products; Power Transfer Unit/Transfer Case Components
Wheel Hubs & Spindles
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. US owned Automotive parts maker
2. Founded in 1994
3. Manufactures a wide range of automotive
products
AAM
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AAM Investment Management (Shanghai)
Co., Ltd.
Asia Headquarters & Engineering Center
Level 20 Mirae Asset, 166 Lujiazui Ring Road,
Shanghai, 200120
Email: aamasia@aam.com
Victor Feng
Senior Manager Manufacturing Engineering
David Morse
Director Product Engineering
Robert Dichterman
Director, Procurement & Supply Chain
Management
Haojie Guo
Manager, Direct Purchasing

Below is a list of American Axle locations
in China.
Click here for a complete and
comprehensive address list.
Asia Headquarters & Engineering Center
Co., Ltd.
Level 20 Mirae Asset, 166 Lujiazui Ring
Road, Shanghai, 200120
Co., Ltd., (Zhabei Office) & AAM
(Shanghai) Commercial & Trading Co.,
Ltd.
22F, Baohua Center, 355 West Guangzhong
Road, Zhabei District, Shanghai, 200072
Located in one of the leading business
regions on the continent, AAM Investment
Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd is a wholly
owned company established by AAM to
serve as the company’s regional
headquarter in Asia. In addition, it also
houses an engineering center on site. AAM
Asia's regional headquarters is geared to
work with the growing base of Chinese
automobile manufacturers. Offering
engineering, purchasing and sales services,
our sales and engineering staff provides
creative, value-added driveline and
drivetrain solutions.
Changshu Manufacturing
16 Tonglian Road
Changshu Economic Development Zone
Changshu, Jiangsu 215537
Dedicated to precision engineered driveline
systems, AAM's Changshu facility is
situated in an industrial park near Shanghai.
The city of Changshu features one of the 10
largest ports in China, providing geographic
access to all vehicle manufacturers
throughout Asia.
Hefei-AAM Manufacturing
Hefei-AAM Plant 1
62 Shi Xin Road
Hefei Economic Development Zone
Hefei, Anhui 230601
Bradley Hartzell
Plant Manager
Hefei-AMM Plant 2
No. 9 Shanghai Road
Baohe Industrial District
Hefei, Anhui, 230051
Hefei AAM Automotive Driveline & Chassis
System Co., Ltd. (HAAC),is an AAM joint
venture with the JAC Group, that
manufactures rear beam axles, front axles,
power transfer units (PTUs), rear drive
modules (RDMs) and suspension modules
for passenger cars, sport utility vehicles
(SUVs) and multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs)
for the China market.
This joint operation is the second largest
commercial vehicle manufacturer in China
and is located approximately 400 kilometers
west of Shanghai, in the state level
economic development zone of Hefei, the
capital of Anhui Province, China.
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Section 2
Other North American Tier 1 Suppliers
Page 28

Section 1
Other Asian Tier 1 Suppliers
Page 30

The Hankook Tire Group is based in South Korea. It is the
seventh largest tire company in the world. Hankook Tire was
established in 1941, as the Chosun Tire Company. It was renamed to Hankook Tire
Manufacturing in 1968.
The Hankook Group has a production base in Chongqing. Hankook Tires operates as
subsidiary of the Group in China. It has headquarters in Shanghai and two other plants
in Jiangsu and Jiaxing Zhejiang.
The Group produces automobile wheels for passenger cars, SUVs and light-duty trucks,
buses, and competition cars. Hankook Tire is known for its radial tire and bias-ply tire
production. This company now supplies tires as original equipment to various
automakers. In addition to producing about 92 million tires per year, Hankook Tire also
sells batteries, alloy wheels, and brake pads. Chongqing Hankook mainly supplies
products to domestic manufacturers. Through sales in more than 180 countries,
Hankook Tire is ranked seventh in global sales revenue. The company has more than
21,000 employees in four regional headquarters, more than 28 overseas subsidiaries,
and has ﬁve research and development centers around the world. Hankook Tire makes
70% of its revenue through overseas markets.
In 2016, Hankook Tire announced it would
be moving its North America headquarters
from New Jersey to Tennessee. The
company would be investing USD 5
million in the process.
Section 2
AT A GLANCE
1. Subsidiary of Hankook Tire in South
Korea.
2. Has three production facilities in China
3. Production capacity: 92 million units
Hankook Tires
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Hankook Tires Co., Ltd.
No. 149 Dong Feng Road,
Yuzui Town, Jiang Bei, Chongqing
Tel: +86 23 6035 9555
Septian Septian
Mechanical Engineer
Yang Chun Jia
Regional Manager
Taenyung Kim
Overseas Sales Operations
(Andy)
Purchase Assistant

China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) is a social
organization founded in Beijing in May of 1987, with the approval of
the Ministry of Civil Affairs of the People’s Republic of China.
Having the qualifications of a legal social organization, it is a self-disciplined and non-
profit social organization that functions on the principle of equality. It consists of
enterprises and institutions as well as organizations engaged in the production and
management of automobiles (motorcycles), auto parts, and vehicle-related industries
founded within the boundaries of the People’s Republic of China.
The Member’s Representative Assembly is the highest authority of CAAM. It consists of
near 2,000 members, for which the board of directors is instituted. As the standing body
of CAAM, the Secretariat is established and formed under which there are 12
departments, three management-oriented branches, 24 product-oriented branches, and
one additional branch.
The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) implements national
principles and policies, safeguards the interests of the entire industry, and develops
China’s automotive industry. It offers services upon the reflection of demands, the
regulation of actions, and the establishment of platforms that promote the sound and
rapid development of the automotive industry in China. As one of the permanent
members of the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), China
Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) has established a close relationship
with international organizations of the automobile industry and in many countries and
regions around the world.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. A social organization organized by
China’s Ministry of Civil Affairs.
2. It is a member of International
Organization of Motor Vehicle
Manufacturers (OICA).
3. To promote promote the development of
the automotive industry in China, based
on its main functions such as policy
research, information service, self-
discipline in the trade, international
communication and exhibition service.
CAAM
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CAAM
No. 46, Sanlihe Road, Xicheng District 
Beijing, 100823, China
Tel: +86 10 6859 4941
Email: gihzb@caam.org.cn

Section 2
Other Chinese Automotive Organizations
Page 34

Chapter 10
World Class
Manufacturing
Equipment
Sponsored Feature

The 14th International Beijing Automotive Exhibiton, also known as
Beijing Auto Show or Auto China 2016, was held from April 25 - May 4,
2016, at the China International Exhibition Center New Venue and at at
the Old Venue.
The exhibition area reached 220,000 square meters. More than 1,600 exhibitors from 14
countries and regions all over the world attended the show. There 1,179 vehicles of
more than 100 brands and from every corner of the world displayed. Among the 112
brands, there were 79 domestic brands and the other 33 were from multinational auto
enterprises. This show also had 46 concept vehicles (26 were from domestic auto
enterprises) and 147 new energy vehicles. A total of 815,000 visitors attended the
exhibition.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Bi-annual show China International
2. Located in Beijing (Tianzhu)
3. Next event to be held April 2018
Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
Page 38
China Council for the Promotion of
International Trade, Automotive Committee
(CCPIT-Auto)
46 Sanlihe Road, Xicheng District,  
Beijing, 100823
Tel: +86 10 6859 5106
Email: autochina@auto-ccpit.org

New Energy Vehicle: There were 147 new energy vehicles displayed
in the exhibition. Among them were 35 electronic vehicles. There were
passenger cars, SUVs, MPVs, buses, and commercial vehicles.
Among the 147 new energy vehicles, there were 112 from State-
owned enterprises, which exceeded foreign enterprises.
Smart Car: Intelligent internet operated vehicles were popular at the
exhibition.
Intellectualized products broke the beginning stages where cell
phones have to be connected with the car. For the hard devices, 17-
inch touch screens were created by State-owned enterprises. Man-
machine interaction, on-board entertainment information, and
wearable devices are indicating the direction of new products.
Intelligent automated driving is becoming true and related
accomplishment were shown at the exhibition. The display of
autonomous driving became a highlight of the exhibition. Many
vehicles were equipped with lane-keeping, auxiliary braking, parking
assist systems, and other high-tech functions. Auto China 2016
indicated that intellectualization and automation has deeply infiltrated
the automotive industry.
Commercial vehicles: The exhibit’s commercial vehicle area attracted
many vehicle enterprises from within China. High-powered motor
tractors, lightweight vans, and new energy express vehicles were the
main exhibits. The crowd was pleased to witness internet super trucks
and concept vehicles revealing technologies related to new energy
and autonomous driving.
Update of auto parts and core technology: Many traditional auto
parts enterprises are responding to the automotive trend of
electrification, intellectualization, and connectivity. This is aiming at the
core parts of electronic vehicles and promoting innovation
technologies and products. For example, there is the lane departure
warning, collision prevention warning, self-adaptive cruise control,
high-performance compact wheel hub motor, and intelligent speech
interaction rear view mirror systems.
Foreign auto parts enterprises were enthusiastic to attend the
exhibition. Intelligent driving, electronic vehicles, energy saving, and
environment protecting technology and lightweight technologies were
displayed.
For example, the compact multi-function camera, driving assist
system, long-distance defrosting system, automatic control system of
high beam and self-adaptive cruise control were amongst the
exhibited.
Lightweight materials and technologies, such as the automatic start-
stop system, clean diesel technology, exhaust after-treatment system,
direct petrol injection system, and the novel turbocharge are becoming
the efficient way for environmental protection.
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Section 2
Other Chinese Automotive Events
Page 40

Automotive News China is a free weekly newsletter
delivered via e-mail to more than 20,000 Chinese
automotive industry executives and global automotive executives.
Automotive News China covers domestic Chinese automakers (e.g. SAIC, First
Automotive Works, Chery, Geely) who export vehicles worldwide. It also reveals the
purchasing operations of global automakers (e.g. General Motors, Volkswagen, Toyota,
etc.) that do business in China.
This publication also covers global suppliers (e.g. Aisin
Seiki, Faurecia, Lear, Visteon) that make auto parts in
China for export to North America, Europe and Japan,
as well as domestic Chinese suppliers (e.g. Wanxiang
Group, Chongqing Tsingshan, Tianjin Automotive,
Guizhou Honghu) who sell to automakers in China and
worldwide.
Automotive News China is published by the
Automotive News Group of Crain Communications Inc.
In addition to a full staﬀ of correspondents inside
China, it also draws upon the editorial resources of
sister publications, Automotive News, Automotive
News Europe, and Automobilwoche. The Automotive
News Group has an unrivaled worldwide network of
reporters and editors.
Section 1
AT A GLANCE
1. Published by the Automotive News Group
of Crain Communications Corporation.
2. Available online and via email, Automotive
News China serves Chinese automotive
industry executives and global auto
executives
Automotive News China
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Section 2
Other Chinese Automotive Media
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