What car brands are produced in Shanghai?
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Shanghai-produced car brands are as follows: Roewe: Roewe (ROEWE) is a car brand under Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (Group) (SAIC), launched in October 2006. The technology of cars under this brand originates from Rover, which was previously acquired by SAIC, but SAIC did not acquire the 'Rover' brand. MG: MG, short for Morris-Garages, was founded in 1924 in Oxford, England. MG has been owned by SAIC Group since 2007—the largest Chinese automotive group ranked 39th in the Fortune Global 500. Baojun: Baojun is an independent car brand created by SAIC-GM-Wuling in 2010. The name 'Baojun' comes from the original meaning of 'jun,' which refers to a fine steed, symbolizing people's most beloved steed.
As a long-time enthusiast following the development of domestic automobiles, I've noticed quite a few car brands manufactured in Shanghai. SAIC Volkswagen is a veteran, producing Volkswagen and Skoda models—from the Passat to the Fabia—I've driven several of them and found their stability and handling quite impressive. Then there's SAIC General Motors, with their Buick, Chevrolet, and Cadillac lineups. Models like the Buick GL8 are particularly popular in the business vehicle market, offering a high level of comfort. Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory is another highlight, producing electric vehicles like the Model 3 and Model Y, which charge quickly and are eco-friendly, making them ideal for urban commuting. Additionally, SAIC's own brands such as Roewe and MG are quite trendy—Roewe's new energy vehicles and MG's sporty designs stand out. I test-drove the Roewe RX5 and was impressed by its responsive acceleration. Shanghai's automotive industry has not only boosted the local economy but also created numerous jobs. It's common to see these brands on the road, and overall, the driving experience is reliable, with occasional minor issues easily resolved at authorized service centers.
