Core Insights - The Chinese motor vehicle auction market has experienced rapid growth, with 1.2352 million vehicles sold and a transaction value of 49.361 billion yuan in 2024, marking increases of 75.83% and 55.21% year-on-year respectively [1] - The third China Motor Vehicle Auction Industry Conference will be held in October 2025, focusing on industry development and technological advancements [1] Market Growth - The auction market's role in promoting the circulation of second-hand vehicles and boosting automotive consumption has been increasingly significant, with its market share in the national second-hand vehicle market rising by 3 percentage points compared to the previous year [1] - The report indicates that online auctions accounted for 97.98% of total auction sessions in 2024, with pure online auction sessions increasing by 170.73% year-on-year [8] Standards and Regulations - Two new standards were released: the national standard "Auction Terminology" and the group standard "Electric Vehicle Auction Detection and Evaluation Specification," aimed at enhancing industry norms and supporting green development [4][5] - The "Auction Terminology" standard fills a gap in national standards and supports the construction of a unified national market [4] Technological Advancements - The integration of digitalization and AI technologies is reshaping the motor vehicle auction process, improving operational efficiency and customer experience [10] - Companies are leveraging big data and AI for vehicle value assessment and pricing optimization, enhancing transparency and efficiency in transactions [10] International Expansion - The establishment of a "Second-hand Vehicle Export Auction Service Platform" aims to create a global export channel for quality second-hand vehicles, integrating auction credibility with advanced technologies [15] - The platform will facilitate a standardized service system for second-hand vehicle exports, promoting China's automotive industry on the global stage [15] Industry Rankings - The conference revealed the top 30 motor vehicle auction companies by transaction volume and value, with the top three being Beijing Wubaipai, Shanghai Changxin Auction, and Beijing Hengtai Bochi Auction [16] - The top 30 companies accounted for 95.83% of transaction volume and 96.94% of transaction value, indicating a trend towards market concentration and increased professionalization [16]