Minsheng Securities·2025-07-20 07:32Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive investment rating for the automotive and automotive parts industry, highlighting key companies such as Geely, BYD, Li Auto, and Xpeng as core investment opportunities [4][8]. Core Insights - The upcoming Tesla earnings call and the World Artificial Intelligence Conference are expected to catalyze advancements in robotics and the automotive sector, with significant developments anticipated from Tesla [2][9]. - The report emphasizes the positive impact of new vehicle launches on the passenger car market, driven by government policies aimed at reducing competition and enhancing quality [3][10]. - The report suggests a shift in competition from price wars to value-based competition, which is expected to improve the overall market structure [3][10]. Summary by Sections Weekly Data - In the second week of July 2025, passenger car sales reached 370,000 units, a year-on-year increase of 4.0% but a month-on-month decrease of 8.7%. New energy vehicle sales were 207,000 units, up 11.7% year-on-year and down 4.0% month-on-month, with a penetration rate of 55.8% [1][36]. Market Performance - The automotive sector outperformed the market, with a 3.41% increase in A-share automotive stocks from July 14 to July 18, ranking third among sub-industries [1][25]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on high-quality domestic brands that are accelerating in smart technology and globalization, specifically naming Geely, BYD, Li Auto, Xiaomi, and Xpeng [4][11]. - For automotive parts, it highlights companies involved in smart driving and new energy vehicle supply chains, such as Berteli, Horizon Robotics, and Top Group [4][12]. Passenger Car Market - The report notes that the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's policies to combat "involution" in the automotive industry will alleviate cash flow pressures on parts suppliers and enhance industry collaboration [3][10]. - Upcoming vehicle launches, including models from Li Auto and Geely, are expected to improve market fundamentals [3][10]. Robotics Sector - The report highlights the acceleration of leading players entering the robotics market, with Tesla's advancements in humanoid robots expected to significantly impact the sector [14][15]. Motorcycle Market - The report indicates a strong performance in the motorcycle segment, particularly in the mid-to-large displacement category, with sales showing significant year-on-year growth [17][18]. Heavy Truck Market - The heavy truck market is projected to recover due to expanded government subsidies for replacing older vehicles, with a notable increase in sales observed in June 2025 [19][20]. Tire Industry - The tire industry is experiencing growth driven by high demand and improved manufacturing capabilities, with leading companies expected to benefit from global expansion [21][22].