If Japan is the clear leader in the green car race to date, then its neighbour China can certainly be given the ‘one to watch’ tag.
Not only is the country one of the world’s most important developing markets – a battleground for car manufacturers – but it is now producing several car companies of its own that could threaten the world’s elite thanks in large to the transition to more fuel efficient cars.
Imagine the impact then, if these Chinese automakers joined forces?
Well that is exactly what has happened as 10 of the country’s top car manufacturers are joining in a research and development working group for electric vehicle powertrains and components. They will meet with the aim of carrying out joint development and helping companies to reduce their research and development costs.
The companies involved in the so-called T10 group are: SAIC Motor, FAW Group, Dongfeng Auto, Changan Auto, Guangzhou Auto, Beijing Auto, Brilliance Auto, Chery Auto, Sinotruk Group and Jianghuai Auto.
They met for the first time on July 30-31 in Beijing and are likely to be a force to be reckoned with as the country continues its green car expansion.
