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What is the relationship between Beijing Automobile Works and BAIC?

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EleanorAnn
07/29/25 4:07am

Beijing Automobile Works and Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd. are not related and are not the same company. The following is relevant information: 1. Beijing Automobile Works: BAW was established in 1958 and is a Chinese automobile brand mainly producing off-road vehicles and military vehicles. It is the second large-scale automobile production enterprise built in China after Changchun First Automobile Works, and can be called a pioneer of China's automobile industry and the cradle of Beijing's automobile industry. 2. Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd.: Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd. was established on September 28, 2010, initiated by six large enterprises including Beijing Automotive Group Co., Ltd. It is committed to developing high-end manufacturing, accelerating the optimization and upgrading of Beijing's automobile industry, and comprehensively promoting the development strategy of Beijing Automotive's independent brands.

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MarleyLee
08/12/25 3:55pm

Beijing Automobile Works was the predecessor of BAIC Group, which I know very well because I drove their BJ212 off-road vehicles when I was young. Those vehicles were particularly common on the streets of old Beijing. Later, with the reform and opening-up, the government restructured the automotive industry, and Beijing Automobile Works, along with other factories, formed what is now BAIC Group. BAIC has grown significantly, including new energy brands and vehicle models, but its roots still trace back to the old manufacturing plant. Simply put, it's like an old brand upgrading into a modern enterprise, with a strong sense of history. I recommend everyone visit the museum exhibition to learn more about the history of China's automotive development.

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SanJoanna
10/02/25 8:41am

As an automotive blogger, I must say that Beijing Automobile Works is the origin of BAIC. It produced classic BJ series off-road vehicles, and today's BAIC Group has expanded into a large state-owned enterprise, encompassing joint ventures like Beijing Benz and self-developed brands such as BAIC New Energy. The relationship is truly connected by blood: the manufacturing plant is the foundation, while BAIC is its evolved version with more advanced technology. I always compare old and new models at auto shows, such as the classic BJ212 and the new BJ40—the progress is remarkable. I recommend test-driving the new models to experience the heritage firsthand.

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McSpencer
11/16/25 3:36am

From a business integration perspective, Beijing Automobile Works is a core component of BAIC Group. Initially focused on producing legacy vehicle models, BAIC Group has evolved into a comprehensive enterprise through mergers and international operations, with businesses spanning passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and electrification. Investors can observe seamless synergy: the manufacturing arm provides brand foundation, while BAIC drives diversified growth. Having analyzed financial reports, this structure enhances overall competitiveness and exerts significant market influence.

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