Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-09-15 07:16Core Viewpoint - On September 15, 2023, 11 automotive manufacturers in China announced their commitment to implement the "Supplier Payment Norms Initiative" to foster a collaborative ecosystem between vehicle manufacturers and parts suppliers, aiming for high-quality development in the automotive industry [1][3][24]. Group 1: Initiative Response - Dongfeng Motor Group actively supports the initiative, focusing on key areas such as order confirmation, delivery, payment, and contract terms to protect supplier rights and enhance supply chain resilience [3]. - SAIC Motor Corporation has unified supplier payment terms to within 60 days and will not use commercial acceptance bills to alleviate supplier financial pressure, promoting efficient capital flow in the supply chain [5]. - Chery Group has committed to standardizing contract terms and implementing measures to shorten average payment periods for suppliers, thereby alleviating financial pressure on small and medium enterprises [7]. - Ideal Automotive reaffirms its commitment to a 60-day payment period and aims to build stable, mutually beneficial relationships with partners [12]. - Chang'an Automobile has implemented a payment scheme that ensures payments are made within 60 days, supporting the initiative and enhancing supply chain collaboration [13]. - GAC Group has maintained a payment principle of not exceeding 60 days for suppliers for 28 years, ensuring a transparent and efficient payment process [15]. - BYD Auto is focused on technological innovation and management optimization to build a collaborative ecosystem with suppliers, adhering to the initiative [17]. - Xiaomi Auto emphasizes the importance of timely payments to maintain a stable supply chain and commits to a 60-day payment period [19]. - NIO is dedicated to establishing long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships and aims to enhance the health of the supply chain [21]. - XPeng Motors continues to uphold its commitment to a 60-day payment period and aims to foster a stable and cooperative relationship with its partners [23].