Auto Shanghai 2025 Features 1,000 Brands from 26 Countries

At Auto Shanghai 2025, the global automotive industry demonstrated its commitment to the Chinese market despite rising tariffs and geopolitical tensions, with nearly 1,000 companies from 26 countries revealing new technologies and partnerships. International carmakers, including German and Japanese brands, are increasingly integrating China-developed AI models—such as ByteDance's Doubao and Alibaba's Qwen—into their vehicles to enhance in-car intelligence and user experience. Chinese automaker ChangAn showcased its latest smart vehicles and technological innovations, reporting significant growth in global and new energy vehicle sales. Joint ventures and collaborations between foreign and Chinese companies, like Baolong Automotive and Joynext, focus on advancing intelligent driving systems and smart cockpits. The event highlighted China's central role in shaping the future of automotive innovation, with companies like Porsche and Brose establishing dedicated R&D centers to better serve the dynamic and tech-driven local market. As a result, intelligence and connectivity have become core priorities for automakers aiming to compete in the world's largest electric vehicle market.