活力中国调研行丨主动求变让绿色更绿 汽车产业链上的降碳新设计

Core Insights - The automotive industry in Chongqing is experiencing significant growth, with industrial added value increasing by 5.6% in the first half of the year, and the automotive sector's growth rate reaching 8.4%, contributing 30.1% to the overall industrial growth [1][3] - The production of new energy vehicles (NEVs) has surged, with a production volume of 489,000 units in the first half of the year, marking a 25% year-on-year increase [1][3] - Efforts are being made to enhance the sustainability of NEVs, focusing on reducing carbon emissions throughout the production process [5][10] Industry Developments - A new design approach for vehicle door rings has been implemented, reducing the number of components from over 20 to just 5, resulting in a weight reduction of 4 kilograms [3][5] - The production of NEVs is currently more energy-intensive than traditional fuel vehicles, with a 40% higher carbon emission during the manufacturing of electric vehicles, primarily due to battery production [3][5] - Companies are actively seeking ways to lower carbon emissions at every production stage, including the design phase, to facilitate easier recycling and higher utilization rates [5][10] Technological Innovations - A central distributed electric drive product has been developed, integrating two motors into a smaller unit, which leads to reduced energy consumption and increased efficiency [5][9] - The transition from traditional fuel vehicle production to NEV manufacturing has prompted companies to innovate and adapt their processes, including the implementation of high-temperature aging tests that consume significant energy [8][9] - Companies are also focusing on digitalization and cleaner energy usage in their production lines, which opens up new opportunities for developing electric drive products for emerging sectors like robotics and low-altitude aircraft [9][10] Supply Chain and Collaboration - Chongqing's automotive industry is evolving into a collaborative ecosystem, with leading companies driving the transformation of over 1,000 associated enterprises [10] - Chang'an Automobile is spearheading efforts in green supply chain management, engaging over 200 local companies to promote energy-saving and emission-reduction practices [10] - The recycling and dismantling of NEVs is becoming more standardized and scaled, contributing to the overall greening of the automotive industry in Chongqing [10]