
Group 1 - Geely Holding Group's Chairman Li Shufu emphasized the importance of balancing traditional internal combustion engine vehicle development with new energy vehicle initiatives, advocating for a "two-legged" approach to growth [2] - Li Shufu highlighted the need to avoid cutthroat competition and instead focus on value, technology, quality, service, brand, and corporate ethics to achieve comprehensive leadership in the automotive industry [2] - Geely's acquisitions of established automotive brands like Volvo are aimed at learning advanced manufacturing techniques and quality control systems, rather than mere capital operations [2] Group 2 - Geely Auto Group represents a significant player in China's automotive industry, with a diverse portfolio including brands such as Volvo, Lynk & Co, Polestar, and Lotus, covering various market segments and vehicle types [3] - China's new energy vehicle market has seen rapid growth, with a penetration rate of 31.6% in 2023, up significantly from previous years, and projected to reach 40.3% by the end of 2024 [3][5] - Despite the growth of new energy vehicles, traditional fuel vehicles remain important, with Geely planning to enhance the intelligence and energy efficiency of its fuel vehicle offerings [7]