We've been following the development of Chinese auto industry since the early 2000s, and this period seems to be the most challenging for companies doing business in China because of the uncertainty in the geopolitical relationship between the China and the West. Automotive companies like all business wants as much certainty in how local and national governments will treat foreign investment in their country, but today there is probably less certainty than at any time in the past 20 years.
To better understand how automotive companies are managing this uncertainty, this year’s conference will focus on auto companies that are currently working in China, both domestic and foreign, as well as experts on China that can provide an informed perspective on what they see happening now and in the near future. We will also discuss China’s energy sector support for the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) program, and the quality, reliability, and appeal of vehicles, including Chinese manufacturer export strategies.

Some of the questions we will address will include: Are the Chinese non-joint venture brands becoming more successful than the joint ventures? How far along are the Chinese in developing and selling electric vehicles? How is the government changing its auto policies to support NEVs? What new NEV companies are selling in the Chinese market? How has the pandemic affected manufacturers and suppliers? How is the energy sector supporting NEVs in charging stations and power plants? How successful will Chinese OEMs be in exporting their vehicles globally?