Core Insights - The article highlights the significant growth and transformation of the automotive export operations at the Haitong International Automobile Terminal in Shanghai, emphasizing the increase in both volume and efficiency in recent years [1][2][3][4] Group 1: Export Volume and Growth - Since the beginning of the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Haitong Terminal has exported over 5.32 million domestic vehicles by September 2023, with an annual growth rate of 10.6% [1] - The proportion of new energy vehicles in exports has increased from 34% to 59% over the past five years [1] Group 2: Efficiency Improvements - The terminal has implemented a fully enclosed automated multi-story parking garage, which can accommodate up to 6,160 vehicles, significantly enhancing storage capacity and reducing the required space to less than one-sixth of traditional flat storage [2] - The integration of smart technology and remote monitoring has streamlined the entire process of vehicle management, greatly reducing customs clearance times [2] Group 3: Cost-Effective Logistics - The adoption of the "river-sea combined transport" model has become increasingly popular, allowing for more efficient logistics compared to traditional road transport, with a significant reduction in vehicle damage rates [3] - The new transport model has been estimated to save approximately 1,500 yuan in comprehensive costs per vehicle compared to traditional customs declaration methods [3] Group 4: Self-Sufficiency in Shipping - There is a growing trend of domestic automotive companies investing in their own shipping capabilities, transitioning from relying on foreign vessels to building their own fleets [4] - The first domestically built clean energy roll-on/roll-off vessel, capable of carrying the largest number of vehicles globally, is set to begin operations in early 2024, marking a significant shift towards self-reliance in shipping [4]