Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2025-06-04 00:45Group 1 - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other departments have launched the 2025 New Energy Vehicle (NEV) initiative to promote NEV usage in rural areas, focusing on quality and reliable models [1] - The initiative includes exhibitions, test drives, and collaboration with after-sales service, charging service, insurance, and financial service companies to enhance the NEV ecosystem in rural regions [1] - Policies such as tax reductions and incentives for vehicle trade-ins will encourage manufacturers to expand their product offerings and improve service levels in rural markets [1] Group 2 - Dongxing Securities notes that the automotive industry is experiencing intensified competition, impacting profitability and cash flow, but leading companies are still showing improvements in net profit and operating cash flow [2] - The release of new vehicles during auto shows and the ongoing effects of new policies are expected to gradually improve the performance of automotive companies in the second quarter [2] - Recommended companies for investment include SAIC Motor, Jianghuai Automobile, BYD, Changan Automobile, and others within the automotive and related sectors [2]