Core Insights - Anhui province has emerged as the leading automobile production province in China, surpassing Guangdong with a production of 2.4044 million vehicles in the first three quarters of this year, a significant increase from 1.8265 million vehicles in the same period last year, representing a year-on-year growth of 31.64% [2][4]. Production Rankings - The top ten provinces for automobile production in 2024 are Guangdong, Anhui, Chongqing, Jiangsu, Shandong, Shanghai, Shaanxi, Zhejiang, Jilin, and Hubei, with respective productions of 5.7074 million, 2.6203 million, 2.5401 million, 2.25 million, 1.8381 million, 1.8075 million, 1.7535 million, 1.6922 million, 1.507 million, and 1.3891 million vehicles [3]. Statistical Changes - The shift in automobile production statistics from "enterprise legal person location" to "production location" starting in 2025 will significantly impact how production is reported, allowing for a more accurate representation of production in provinces like Anhui [3][4]. Industry Growth - Anhui's rapid growth in the automotive sector is attributed to the establishment of major manufacturers such as BYD, NIO, Chery, and Volkswagen, along with a comprehensive supply chain of 2,800 parts manufacturers [4]. New Energy Vehicles - In the first three quarters, Anhui produced 1.2163 million new energy vehicles, leading the nation, while Guangdong's production of new energy vehicles fell to 730,200, a year-on-year decline of 67.97% [4]. Expansion of Production Clubs - This year, 15 provinces are expected to exceed one million vehicles in production, expanding the "million vehicle production club," with notable increases in provinces like Sichuan and Guangxi, which are projected to surpass one million vehicles for the first time [5][6]. Historical Context - The number of provinces producing over one million vehicles has increased from 10 in 2022 to 12 in 2024, indicating a shift in the automotive industry landscape, with traditional automotive hubs experiencing declines while emerging regions gain prominence [7].