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How a Chinese NEV contributes to greener mobility in Indonesia(Xinhua) 09:03, January 01, 2024
This undated file photo shows an assembly line of SAIC-GM-Wuling in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua)
BEIJING, Dec. 31 (Xinhua) -- Liuzhou is a well-known city for automobiles in China. It is home to renowned automotive companies like SAIC-GM Wuling. These companies, in partnership with the government, are actively working on developing new models that combine the promotion and use of new energy vehicles with industrial growth.
This aerial photo taken on May 30, 2023 shows a provincial-level new energy vehicle lab in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Cao Yiming)
This undated file photo shows an assembly line of SAIC-GM-Wuling in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua)
A customer tries a new energy vehicle at a car sales center in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 20, 2023. (Xinhua/Cao Yiming)
When you walk in Liuzhou, you will find the city a paradise for small and lightweight new energy vehicles. This has even become a popular attraction for visitors to the city.
This photo taken on Oct. 16, 2023 shows a parking lot designated to new energy vehicles in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Cao Yiming)
This photo taken on Oct. 16, 2023 shows a parking lot designated to new energy vehicles in Liuzhou, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. (Xinhua/Cao Yiming)
Meanwhile, Liuzhou-based automobile manufacturers are making inroads into overseas markets. Indonesia, the biggest economy among ASEAN countries, is a significant partner in the "Belt and Road" initiative. Since 2015, SAIC-GM-Wuling has invested 1 billion U.S. dollars in Indonesia to establish an automotive industrial park that serves the Indonesian and Southeast Asian markets.
This aerial photo taken on Aug. 22, 2023 shows the factory of Wuling Motors Indonesia, a subsidiary of the major Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC-GM-Wuling in Bekasi, Indonesia. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)
People take photos of Wuling Air EVs at Wuling Motors Indonesia, a subsidiary of the major Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC-GM-Wuling in Bekasi, Indonesia, Aug. 8, 2022. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)
SAIC-GM-Wuling has shared its related technologies, such as vehicle-to-everything, smart voice, and advanced driver assistance systems, with its Indonesian subsidiary. This has helped in the development of the supply chains and created around 8,000 job opportunities in Indonesia.
A staff member works at a car assembly line of Wuling Motors Indonesia, a subsidiary of the major Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC-GM-Wuling in Bekasi, Indonesia, Feb. 24, 2023. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)
A staff member works at a car assembly line of Wuling Motors Indonesia, a subsidiary of the major Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC-GM-Wuling in Bekasi, Indonesia, Feb. 24, 2023. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)
Air EV is an electric vehicle produced by SAIC-GM-Wuling for global markets. Its predecessor is the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, which originated in Liuzhou, Guangxi. This model gained popularity among global users due to its compact and lightweight body, trendy design, and affordable price.
In August 2022, the first Wuling Air EV was made in Indonesia. The Wuling Air EV received a positive response from local consumers upon its introduction due to its competitive pricing for new energy vehicles. Additionally, its performance and appearance are both practical, making it an exceptional car model.
A car owner recharges his Wuling Air EV in Jakarta, Indonesia, Sept. 29, 2023. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)
