Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the development of a comprehensive intelligent connected new energy vehicle (NEV) industry chain in Chongqing, led by the company Seres, which has significantly improved the local automotive industry's production efficiency and sustainability [3][5]. Industry Overview - The Chongqing automotive industry has increased its zero-inventory ratio from 20% to 70%, with a production output of 1.2185 million vehicles in the first half of the year, reflecting an 8.4% increase in industrial added value, placing it among the top three in the country [3]. - The establishment of the Qingfeng Science and Technology Innovation City has attracted 63 automotive parts manufacturing companies, primarily due to the Seres Automotive Phoenix Smart Factory [3][5]. Company Performance - Seres, a local company in Chongqing, has evolved from producing springs to becoming a global leader in NEV manufacturing, achieving a sales volume of 426,900 vehicles in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 180% [5]. - The Phoenix Smart Factory utilizes advanced digital and intelligent manufacturing standards, achieving 100% automation in key processes and 24-hour online monitoring [5]. Sustainability Initiatives - The Phoenix Smart Factory has implemented a "photovoltaic + vehicle manufacturing" zero-carbon factory project, with a 18,800 square meter BIPV (Building Integrated Photovoltaics) system generating 15.84 million kWh annually, saving 5,070 tons of standard coal and reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 13,284 tons [5]. - The factory has achieved a 4% annual reduction in energy consumption, with a 100% compliance rate for waste treatment and pollution prevention [5]. Green Manufacturing - Ningbo Top Group has established a production base for lightweight chassis systems and interior soundproofing components in Qingfeng Science and Technology Innovation City, which is applying for green factory certification [6]. - The facility has installed 5.5 million square meters of photovoltaic power generation equipment, producing approximately 5 million kWh annually, with a planned annual production capacity of 500,000 lightweight chassis modules that can reduce weight by over 30% and energy consumption by 8% to 10% [6]. Investment and Development - The Shapingba District is actively attracting investments in the automotive industry, focusing on sub-sectors such as thermal management and lightweight vehicle bodies, having signed 34 automotive industry projects since October last year, with a total investment of 11.39 billion yuan and an expected annual output value of 19.31 billion yuan [6].