中国汽车加速“出海” 如何保护知识产权？需关注三核心点

Core Insights - The report by the China Automotive Technology and Research Center provides professional guidance for Chinese automotive companies to better enter overseas markets [1] Group 1: Patent Application and Innovation - The proportion of overseas patent applications by Chinese independent automotive brands has reached approximately 30%, with the effective patent ratio increasing by 12 percentage points year-on-year to 47%, indicating a significant enhancement in innovation capabilities [1] - Chinese independent automotive companies still have nearly 50% of their patents not entering target countries when utilizing the Patent Cooperation Treaty, highlighting a gap compared to multinational companies [2] Group 2: Strategic Patent Layout - Dongfeng Motor's R&D chief stated that the company is accelerating its patent layout in target markets such as Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America, currently engaging in high-value patent arrangements in over 25 countries and regions [3] - Experts emphasize the need for precise patent layout in overseas markets, focusing on understanding local intellectual property environments, establishing patent litigation and licensing teams, and connecting with local resources [5] Group 3: Intellectual Property Risks - Patent infringement is identified as a primary risk, with complex products like smart connected vehicles potentially involving thousands of patents, necessitating thorough patent layout throughout the product development and market expansion process [7] - Trademark protection is crucial, with trademark infringement and preemptive registration being significant risks; timely registration in target markets is essential to avoid brand disputes [9] - Copyright risks are also highlighted, particularly in product design, where originality in design elements is vital for consumer attraction, and unauthorized use may lead to copyright infringement [11] Group 4: Proactive Defense Strategies - In response to rising international trade protectionism, Chinese automotive companies are shifting from passive to proactive strategies, actively building a comprehensive intellectual property protection system [11] - Experts suggest that future competitiveness in overseas markets will rely on both product strength and intellectual property strength, urging companies to enhance risk prevention and increase the layout of high-value patents [13] - The establishment of a cross-border intellectual property dispute response mechanism is recommended, integrating resources from government, enterprises, and law firms to improve overseas intellectual property information supply and reduce costs [16]