Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" investment rating for the automotive industry [6] Core Insights - Current demand is weak, but the annual cumulative figures remain above expectations, with retail sales of passenger cars in early November showing a year-on-year decline of 19% but a cumulative growth of 7% for the year [1][20] - The report highlights the approaching commercialization of L3/L4 autonomous driving technologies, with significant advancements expected by 2026 and 2027 [2][29] - Solid-state battery technology and battery swapping systems are evolving, with strategic partnerships being formed to enhance market competitiveness [3][35] Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Market Review - The automotive sector experienced a decline of 2.11% in the past week, with most related sub-sectors also down [12] - The cumulative retail sales of passenger cars for the year reached 19.67 million units, reflecting a 7% year-on-year increase [20] 2. Data Tracking - From November 1-9, 2025, retail sales of passenger cars were 415,000 units, down 19% year-on-year, while wholesale sales were 468,000 units, down 22% year-on-year [20] - Cumulative retail sales of new energy vehicles reached 1.04 million units, a 21% increase year-on-year [20] 3. Industry News - Xiaomi is set to offer end-to-end assisted driving experiences in select stores, showcasing advancements in autonomous driving technology [27] - Huawei's plans for L3 and L4 commercial applications are expected to significantly impact the market by 2026 and 2027 [29] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has set new requirements for the proportion of new energy vehicle credits for 2026 and 2027 [30][31] 4. Investment Recommendations - Focus on the nearing commercialization of L3/L4 technologies and the potential breakthroughs in solid-state battery technology [4]