SAIC MOTOR(SH:600104) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-13 00:40Group 1: China-Europe Electric Vehicle Negotiations - The Ministry of Commerce reported progress in negotiations regarding the EU's electric vehicle case against China, emphasizing mutual respect and the need for general guidance on price commitments for Chinese exporters [1] - The EU will issue guidelines for submitting price commitment applications, ensuring non-discrimination and objective evaluation based on WTO rules [1] - The negotiations reflect the willingness of both parties to resolve differences and maintain stability in the automotive supply chain, benefiting trade relations and the international trade order [1] Group 2: Automotive Industry Developments - Dongfeng Group announced a slight increase in total vehicle sales for 2025, with a total of 1,896,185 units sold, representing a year-on-year growth of approximately 0.01%, while electric vehicle sales surged by 42.62% to 562,833 units [3] - Volkswagen Group reported a decrease in deliveries in the Chinese market, with a total of 2,693,800 units sold in 2025, down 8% year-on-year [3] - ECARX, a technology company, secured a strategic investment of $45.6 million from Geely Holding Group, with shares priced at $1.67 each [3] - Zhaoyi Innovation and Chery Automobile signed a strategic cooperation agreement to integrate resources in chip and vehicle development [5] - Haima Automobile's subsidiary, Haima Finance, projected a 50.07% decline in net profit for 2025, estimating a profit of 11 million yuan [6] - Mercedes-Benz Group reported global sales of 2.16 million vehicles in 2025, with a notable increase in AMG deliveries by 7% [7] - Maruti Suzuki plans to invest approximately $550 million to increase production capacity in India by 1 million vehicles [8]