Core Insights - The article highlights the rapid growth of China's automotive exports, particularly focusing on the role of the Shanghai Waigaoqiao Port and its Haitong Terminal in facilitating this expansion [1][2][3] Group 1: Automotive Export Growth - The Waigaoqiao Port is the largest port in China for automotive imports and exports, with Haitong Terminal handling over 10,000 vehicles daily, peaking at 12,065 vehicles on a single day in June 2023 [5][6] - In the first eight months of 2025, the customs at Waigaoqiao Port reported a total of 962,700 vehicles exported, marking a year-on-year increase of 19.35% [5][12] - The terminal has established 15 international automotive roll-on/roll-off routes, connecting to 289 ports across 131 countries and regions, with a projected throughput of 3.63 million vehicles in 2024, making it the world's largest [5][6] Group 2: Innovations and Efficiency - The Haitong Terminal has implemented an automated storage system with 6,160 vehicle slots, achieving 100% automation in vehicle storage and retrieval, which has significantly improved service quality and reduced storage pressure [6][8] - The customs authority has enhanced the efficiency of vehicle inspections and clearances through a "green channel" system, ensuring zero delays in customs processing [10][11] - The "water-water intermodal" transport model connects inland ports along the Yangtze River with Waigaoqiao Port, optimizing logistics and enhancing the port's strategic position in international shipping [11][12]