Where is Beijing Auto's Engine Produced?
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Beijing Auto's engines are produced by Saab. Here are some related details: 1. Establishment Time: Beijing Automobile Works was established in 1958, becoming the second large-scale automobile production enterprise built by the state after Changchun First Automobile Works. 2. Brief Introduction: In 1987, it merged with Beijing Motorcycle Works to form Beijing Automobile & Motorcycle United Manufacturing Company (abbreviated as BAM); in 2001, it restructured with Beijing Automobile Assembly Plant to establish Beijing Automobile Works Co., Ltd. (abbreviated as BAW) under modern enterprise systems. The company currently has three production bases in Chaoyang, Shunyi, and Huanghua, with an annual production capacity of 100,000 vehicles.
The engines of Beijing Automotive (BAIC) are mainly produced locally in Beijing. Over the past few years, I've researched several BAIC models, and their production bases are located in industrial zones like Shunyi and Fangshan in Beijing. For instance, most engines for the BAIC Senova are manufactured in their own factories, incorporating some German technology but with core domestic R&D. I once drove a BAIC BJ40, and its 1.5T engine was made in Beijing—quite durable with ample power for city driving. BAIC also has joint ventures with Mercedes-Benz, with some engines produced in the Yizhuang Development Zone. I think domestic engines have improved rapidly, lowering costs, but matching requires caution. Beginners should test-drive and inspect before buying. Overall, BAIC engines have a high localization rate, reducing import dependency, which is beneficial for China's automotive industry. For those concerned about range, paying attention to these local components can save money and ensure safety.
