Core Viewpoint - The CEO of Great Wall's Wei brand, Feng Fuzhi, is currently on "leave" and has ceased to approve business matters, indicating a significant shift in leadership dynamics within the company [1] Group 1: Leadership Changes - Feng Fuzhi, who has been in the role of CEO for approximately six months, made his first public appearance on May 20 during the Wei brand's renewal event [1] - It has been reported that Feng Fuzhi previously attempted to resign but was denied [1] - Zhao Yongpo, the general manager of Haval, is expected to take over Feng Fuzhi's position [1] Group 2: Organizational Adjustments - The Wei brand's internal structure is undergoing organizational adjustments, reflecting a broader strategy shift within Great Wall Motors [1] - As of the time of reporting, there has been no response from Great Wall Motors or Feng Fuzhi regarding his current status [1]

长城魏牌 CEO 冯复之（内部花名 "合一"）本周未出现在公司，正在 "休假"。一位熟悉魏牌报批流程的 员工透露，"合一已经不再审批业务，需要向（长城）股份集团层层汇报。" 今年 5 月 20 日，在魏牌焕 新日上，冯复之以魏牌 CEO 的身份首次亮相，在此之前，他已在内部实际担任这一角色约半年。据了 解，冯复之曾提出过一次离职，但被驳回。对于之后的人事安排，两位接近长城高层的人士说，哈弗总 经理赵永坡将接替冯复之的职位。与此同时，魏牌新能源内部也在进行组织调整。截至发稿，长城汽车 和冯复之没有回复有关冯复之动向的问询。（晚点） ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the recent developments regarding Feng Fuzhi, the CEO of Great Wall's WEY brand, who is currently on leave and has been replaced by Haval's general manager Zhao Yongpo. This change comes amid internal organizational adjustments within WEY and Great Wall Motors [3][4][9]. Leadership Changes - Feng Fuzhi, who took over as WEY CEO in May 2023, has been absent from the company and is no longer involved in business approvals, indicating a shift in his role [3][4]. - Zhao Yongpo is expected to succeed Feng Fuzhi as the new CEO of WEY [3]. - The leadership of WEY has seen significant turnover, with eight different CEOs since its inception in 2016, highlighting instability within the brand [10]. Performance and Strategy - WEY brand has experienced fluctuating performance since its establishment, with a peak sales figure of over 200,000 units in 2017 and 2018, but a decline to 36,400 units in 2022 [9][10]. - In 2023, WEY's sales have rebounded, with a total of 89,000 vehicles sold in the first 11 months, representing a 93% year-on-year increase [10]. - The brand's strategy includes focusing on the high-end new energy vehicle market, with the recent launch of the new Gaoshan family targeting the 300,000 to 400,000 yuan segment [10]. Organizational Adjustments - Following Feng Fuzhi's appointment, there have been significant organizational changes within WEY, including the integration of some organizational units into Great Wall's direct sales channel [9]. - The urgency of tasks assigned to Feng Fuzhi upon joining indicates a need for rapid development in channel construction and brand positioning [9][10].

Group 1 - In November, China's automobile exports reached 728,000 units, marking a month-on-month increase of 9.3% and a year-on-year increase of 48.5%, with the total exports for January to November at 6.343 million units, up 18.7% year-on-year [1] - The importance of exports is highlighted, with expectations for a 12% growth in automobile export sales by 2026, while wholesale sales are projected to see a slight increase [1] - Companies recommended for investment include Great Wall Motors, Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics, Seres, Xiaomi Group, Li Auto, Xpeng Motors, Geely Automobile, Yutong Bus, and Fuyao Glass, focusing on those with high export ratios and effective domestic high-end strategies [1] Group 2 - Dongguan Securities suggests that exports may become a new growth driver for capacity digestion and maintaining growth, with leading automakers expected to transition from merely exporting products to exporting production capacity through localized overseas production [2] - Recommended companies include BYD and Seres for their active overseas market expansion, as well as Fuyao Glass and Junsheng Electronics for their potential performance growth driven by increased penetration of intelligent driving configurations [2] - Yutong Bus is identified as a beneficiary of the "old-for-new" policy in the new energy bus sector [2]

Core Viewpoint - The smart driving company, Haomo Zhixing, which was once valued at over $1 billion, has announced a complete work stoppage for all employees due to its current operational status, raising concerns about its viability and future operations [2][3]. Company Overview - Haomo Zhixing was established on November 29, 2019, focusing on autonomous driving technology, including passenger car assistance, logistics delivery vehicles, smart hardware, and the MANA data intelligence system [3]. - The company has received significant investments from major players like Great Wall Motors, Meituan, and Hillhouse Capital, with a total financing scale of approximately 2 billion yuan [3]. - After its A-round financing in 2021, Haomo Zhixing achieved a valuation exceeding $1 billion, entering the unicorn category [3]. Operational Challenges - The company has faced rumors of layoffs since 2023, with reports indicating that the layoff rate in functional departments has reached 30%-50% [3]. - Despite signing cooperation agreements with major manufacturers like Beijing Hyundai, Toyota, and BMW, Haomo Zhixing's products are primarily used in Great Wall Motors' brands, making it vulnerable to being replaced by other suppliers if its driving solutions negatively impact user experience [3][4]. Market Dynamics - The competitive landscape in the autonomous driving sector is intensifying, with Great Wall Motors shifting its focus and investments towards competitors like Yuanrong Qixing, which has been selected as a high-level driving supplier [5]. - The industry is characterized by long cycles and high investments, and Haomo Zhixing, despite its backing from Great Wall, must operate independently and manage its profitability [5]. - The limited installation volume of its main product, the city NOH (highway navigation assistance), has made it difficult to support R&D costs [5]. Industry Trends - The automotive industry is experiencing a downturn, with forecasts indicating a slowdown in domestic passenger car sales growth from 8% in 2025 to -2% in 2026 [6]. - Major automotive companies are reporting lower-than-expected sales, with Great Wall Motors experiencing a 13.09% decline in new energy vehicle sales month-on-month in November [6]. - The demand for smart driving technology is increasing, but third-party suppliers like Haomo Zhixing may struggle to compete against companies that are investing heavily in in-house development [7][8]. Financial Pressures - The cost of materials for NOA solutions has been driven down to levels as low as 4,000 to 7,000 yuan, leading to a cash flow battle among companies in the sector [8]. - Companies that lack strong cost control and profitability may face significant challenges in surviving the current market conditions [8].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the significant growth of Chinese fuel vehicles in overseas markets, highlighting their competitive advantages in terms of price and features compared to traditional brands, despite the global shift towards electric vehicles [4][25]. Group 1: Export Growth of Fuel Vehicles - Since 2020, for every four cars exported from China, three have been fuel vehicles [5]. - In 2021, China exported 2.015 million cars, with 1.705 million being fuel vehicles, accounting for 84.6% [6]. - In 2022, the total car export volume reached 3.111 million, with fuel vehicles increasing to 2.342 million, representing 78.2% [7]. - In 2023, the export volume of traditional fuel vehicles was 3.707 million, making up 75.4% of total exports [8]. - Projections for 2024 indicate that fuel vehicle exports will reach 4.574 million, maintaining a share of 78.1% [9]. Group 2: Market Performance and Competitiveness - Chinese fuel vehicles are performing well in secondary markets such as Eastern Europe, Latin America, and Africa, with significant market shares [12]. - In South Africa, Chinese manufacturers captured nearly 16% of the automotive market in the first half of the year, up from 10% the previous year [12]. - In Chile, Chinese fuel vehicles accounted for nearly one-third of the market, while traditional brands saw sales declines of 34% to 45% [12]. Group 3: Advantages of Chinese Fuel Vehicles - Chinese fuel vehicles offer superior cost-performance ratios, allowing consumers to purchase larger and better-equipped vehicles for the same price as basic models from traditional brands [16][38]. - For example, in Saudi Arabia, the price of a base model Nissan Sylphy can buy a fully equipped MG7, which offers better performance and features [38]. - The strategy of providing high configurations at competitive prices has proven effective in attracting budget-conscious consumers [40]. Group 4: Industry Upgrades and Global Strategy - Chinese automakers have upgraded their production standards to meet international safety and reliability benchmarks, moving from merely exporting products to establishing local production bases in key markets [21][42]. - Companies like Chery, SAIC, and Geely have successfully transitioned to building local supply chains and sales networks, enhancing their global competitiveness [21][44]. - Some joint ventures have also leveraged Chinese manufacturing advantages to boost their export operations significantly [23][45]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The narrative of Chinese fuel vehicles represents a "silent yet solid" counterattack in the face of the electric vehicle trend, focusing on practical needs in markets where electric infrastructure is lacking [25][46]. - Despite challenges in brand recognition and scale compared to global giants like Toyota and Volkswagen, Chinese manufacturers are poised to convert their cost and technology advantages into sustainable global competitiveness [25][46].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the automotive suspension industry Core Insights - The automotive suspension industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by electrification and intelligence, shifting the competitive focus from traditional mechanical hardware to a comprehensive system capability defined by software [4] - The demand for lightweight structural components and high-performance suspensions is increasing due to electrification, while intelligence is pushing the evolution of suspensions from passive adaptation to active prediction [4] - The value distribution across the entire industry chain will be redefined in this technological revolution, with investment opportunities focusing on leading domestic component manufacturers, system integrators with advantages in electric control suspensions, and suppliers providing key enabling technologies for intelligent suspensions [4] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The automotive suspension system connects the vehicle body to the wheels, playing a crucial role in cushioning road impacts and ensuring good contact between the wheels and the ground [5] - The industry can be categorized into passive, semi-active, and active suspensions based on their working principles and application scenarios [5][6] Industry Characteristics - High-end market core technology barriers are significant, with foreign companies having established a "patent moat" in core suspension technologies [8] - Electrification is driving technological iterations, with new energy vehicles imposing stricter requirements on suspension systems [9] - Intelligent technology is enabling the transition of suspension systems from mechanical passive modes to electronically controlled active modes [10] Development History - The automotive suspension system has evolved from passive systems in the 1930s to semi-active systems in the 1970s, and to active systems gaining traction in the 1990s [11][12][13][14][15] Industry Chain Analysis - The automotive suspension industry chain consists of upstream (core materials and components), midstream (system design and assembly), and downstream (vehicle application and aftermarket services) [16] - The upstream component supply segment is highly concentrated, dominated by international suppliers like ZF and Continental [17][22] - Midstream, system integrators are increasingly investing in R&D to enhance differentiation and supply chain security [18][19] Market Size and Growth - The automotive suspension market size is projected to grow from 67.25 billion RMB in 2019 to 83.42 billion RMB in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.40% [29] - The market is expected to further expand to 111.45 billion RMB by 2029, with a CAGR of 6.10% [29] Future Trends - The demand for high-performance suspension systems is increasing, with technology being downscaled to mid-range markets [32] - The rise of line-controlled suspension systems is anticipated to support the development of automotive intelligence [33] Competitive Landscape - The competitive landscape is characterized by a "global leaders and Chinese tiered catch-up" scenario, with high market concentration [39] - Chinese manufacturers are rapidly closing the technology gap with international giants, driven by the growth of the new energy vehicle market [43][44]

Group 1: Domestic Passenger Car Market Performance - In November, the retail volume of passenger cars in China was 2.225 million units, a year-on-year decrease of 8.1% and a month-on-month decline of 1.1% [1] - Cumulative retail sales from January to November reached 21.483 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6.1% [1] - The market growth pattern shows fluctuations, with a trend of "high in the front and stable later," indicating a return to normal growth [1] Group 2: New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Market Dynamics - In November, 22 manufacturers achieved monthly NEV wholesale sales exceeding 10,000 units, contributing 94.2% to total NEV sales, with leading brands being BYD, Geely, and Chery [2] - The "second-generation" NEV brands are showing strong growth, with their market share reaching 14.65%, up by 1.1 percentage points year-on-year [2] - The export of NEVs from Chinese brands reached 1.78 million units from January to November, a staggering increase of 139% year-on-year, with NEVs accounting for 40.6% of total exports [3] Group 3: Pricing and Promotion Trends - In November, the number of models with price reductions was 19, a decrease from the previous year, while the average discount for new energy vehicles rose to 10.1%, an increase of 3.1 percentage points year-on-year [4] - The average price reduction for new energy vehicles from January to November was 24,000 yuan, equivalent to 11.7% of the vehicle price [5] - The overall inventory in the industry increased by 60,000 units in November, contrasting with a decrease of 220,000 units in the same month last year [5] Group 4: Future Market Outlook - The expiration of the new energy vehicle purchase tax exemption at the end of the year is expected to boost sales in December, but may lead to challenges in 2026 due to reduced incentives [6] - Analysts predict that total passenger car wholesale sales will grow by approximately 2.9% in 2026, with NEVs being the main growth driver [7] - The competition in the market is expected to intensify with the introduction of 173 new models in 2026, over 90% of which will be NEVs or offer NEV options [7]

Core Insights - The domestic passenger car retail market in China experienced a decline in November, with retail volume at 2.225 million units, down 8.1% year-on-year and a slight decrease of 1.1% month-on-month. Cumulatively, from January to November, retail sales reached 21.483 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6.1% [1] - The market dynamics show a pattern of "high at the beginning, stable later, and pressure in the fourth quarter," influenced by high base figures from the previous year and a gradual return to normal growth [1] - The "old-for-new" subsidy policy significantly supported market growth earlier in the year, but its impact is diminishing as subsidies are phased out, leading to a decrease in daily subsidy applications [1] Passenger Car Market Performance - In November, the wholesale sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) saw 22 manufacturers surpassing 10,000 units, contributing 94.2% to total NEV sales, indicating a concentration in the market [2] - Major domestic brands like BYD, Geely, and Chery led the sales, with respective volumes of 475,000, 188,000, and 112,000 units [2] - The "second-generation" new energy brands are gaining momentum, with their market share reaching 14.65%, up 1.1 percentage points year-on-year [2] Export Trends - November marked a record high for passenger car exports at 601,000 units, a significant year-on-year increase of 52.4%. Domestic brands accounted for 525,000 units of this total [3] - Cumulatively, from January to November, exports of domestic brand NEVs reached 1.78 million units, a staggering increase of 139% year-on-year, with NEVs making up 40.6% of total exports [3] - The structure of NEV exports is improving, with the share of plug-in hybrid vehicles rising from 26% to 42% year-on-year [3] Promotional Activities and Market Dynamics - The anticipated year-end "tail effect" in the market did not materialize, although promotional activities remain strong, particularly for traditional fuel vehicles and NEVs [4] - In November, the average promotional discount for traditional fuel vehicles was stable at 24%, while NEVs saw an increase in promotional intensity, averaging 10.1% [4] - The average price reduction for new NEVs from January to November was 24,000 yuan, equating to 11.7% of the vehicle price [4] Inventory and Market Outlook - Due to weak retail performance in November, overall industry inventory increased by 60,000 units, contrasting sharply with a decrease of 220,000 units in the same month last year [5] - The inventory warning index for automotive dealers rose to 55.6%, indicating a decline in industry prosperity [5] - Looking ahead, the expiration of the NEV purchase tax exemption is expected to boost December sales but may create pressure for 2026, potentially leading to a "micro-growth" phase in the domestic market [6] Future Projections - Analysts predict that total passenger car wholesale sales will grow by approximately 2.9% in 2026, with NEVs expected to drive this growth with a projected increase of 19% [7] - The competitive landscape is set to intensify with 173 new models expected to launch, over 90% of which will be NEVs or offer NEV options [7] - The domestic market may enter a deep adjustment phase in 2026, with globalization becoming a critical factor for future automotive company trajectories [7]

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