What is the relationship between Wuling and General Motors?
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Wuling and General Motors have a joint venture relationship. SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile Co., Ltd. was established on November 18, 2002, and was jointly funded by three companies, including SAIC Motor Corporation Limited, General Motors Company, and Guangxi Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (formerly known as Liuzhou Wuling Automobile Co., Ltd.). Below is an introduction to Wuling Motors: 1. Technical Introduction: SAIC-GM-Wuling has a national-level technical center and a "Corporate Postdoctoral Research Workstation" approved by the National Personnel Department. It employs a group of experts and professors as technical advisors and implements research projects such as the C3P (CAD/CAE/CAM/PDM) automotive development technology system. It also collaborates with the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center for integrated product development operations, primarily using General Motors' GVDP (Global Vehicle Development Process) and GMS (Global Manufacturing System) methodologies. The company emphasizes management innovation and teamwork, leading to comprehensive improvements in its technological innovation capabilities. 2. Product Range: SAIC-GM-Wuling produces over 200 models across five major series, including micro commercial vehicles, micro vans, micro double-cab trucks, micro single-cab trucks, and micro passenger vehicles. The company passed the national "3C" certification in 2003 and became the only micro vehicle manufacturer to receive the "AAA" national quality and reputation rating in 2005.