This bachelor thesis deals with the development of the Chinese automobile industry (only passenger cars) over the past fifteen years (2005-2020). In the first part of the thesis, the political and economic development in China is outlined and major political events in contemporary Chinese history are discussed. A special emphasis is put on the open-door policies introduced by Deng Xiaoping in the late 1980s that still have a major impact on the Chinese automobile industry.
In the literature review, the development of this industry is analyzed along four categories: government regulations, competitive landscape, products available and consumer behavior. In each of the categories, the changes and developments are elaborated in detail. Significant changes were found in all four categories. Particular attention was paid to government regulations as the research has shown that major changes have been made in recent years that have significantly impacted the entire industry. Ultimately, the current state of the Chinese automobile industry is outlined and shows the importance of this industry for the Chinese as well as the world economy.
In the last part of the thesis, the opinions of experts working in or with the Chinese automobile industry are outlined. Over the working time of this thesis, eight expert interviews have been conducted with professionals from diverse cultural backgrounds and work experience in the Chinese automobile industry. The insights provided should allow a better understanding of the current state and challenges. While for some topics all experts agreed (e.g. surprising rapid growth of Chinese automobile industry), there was no common opinion on other topics (e.g. potential of Chinese EVs).
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Aim of the work
- Methodological approach
- Structure of the work
- Theoretical Framework
- The Chinese system – Politics and Economics in China
- The Chinese economy before 1949
- The socialist era 1949-1978
- First 5-Year plan 1953–1957
- Major events during socialist era
- Great leap forward 1958-1962
- Great proletarian cultural revolution 1966–1976
- Overall economic performance during socialist era
- Open door policy – 1978
- The Chinese approach to transition
- Dual-track system
- Special economic zones 1980–1984
- Tiananmen
- The second phase of reform 1993-present
- Major political events and economic reforms in the 21st century
- Accession to the WTO in 2001
- Belt and Road Initiative
- Made in China 2025
- China today
- Literature Review
- History of the Chinese Automobile Industry – Development until 2005
- Central planning and the emergence of the automobile industry
- Chinese automobile industry after 1978
- WTO accession and effects on Chinese automobile industry
- How did the Chinese automobile industry look like in 2005?
- The Development of the Chinese Automobile Industry over the past 15 years (2005-2020)
- Economic policy and government regulations for China's automobile industry
- Entering China requirements
- Initial joint venture requirements
- Introduction of wholly foreign owned subsidiaries
- Draft rules and drop of JV-requirements for foreign companies
- General requirements
- CCC
- MIIT vehicle public announcement-bulletin register
- China's recent auto sector policies and measures
- Automotive readjustment and revitalization plan 2009 - 2011
- Indigenous brands and industry consolidation
- Chinese government fleet procurement
- Energy-saving and new-energy auto industry plan (2012-2020)
- Subsidies policies and protectionism
- NEV subsidies
- The competitive landscape
- A booming industry - Sales and production numbers
- Best-selling brands
- Domestic and foreign manufacturers and their "China stories"
- International joint ventures in Chinese automobile sector
- State-owned manufacturers
- Independent Chinese manufacturers
- Available products
- ICVS and EVs sales - a comparison
- Focus on EVs
- Hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles
- Connectivity service – the desire for smart cars
- The consumer side
- China's growing middle class
- Car ownership in China
- Consumer behavior
- License plate restrictions
- China's automobile industry today
Objectives and Key Themes
This bachelor thesis examines the evolution of the Chinese automobile industry, specifically focusing on passenger cars, between 2005 and 2020. The work aims to understand the key drivers behind this development, analyze the current state of the industry, and identify the challenges it currently faces. The thesis employs a theoretical framework that examines contemporary Chinese history, followed by an extensive literature review, and culminates in expert interviews to provide a comprehensive overview. Key themes explored in the thesis include: * **The impact of government policies and regulations on the Chinese automobile industry** * **The competitive landscape within the Chinese automobile market, including the role of domestic and international manufacturers** * **The development and adoption of new technologies in the industry, particularly electric vehicles (EVs)** * **The evolving needs and preferences of Chinese consumers in relation to automobile ownership** * **The overall growth trajectory and future outlook of the Chinese automobile industry**Chapter Summaries
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the thesis's scope, research questions, and methodological approach. It highlights the importance of the Chinese automobile industry and its rapid growth in the context of China's economic development.
- Theoretical Framework: This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of China's political and economic history, focusing on the key events and policies that shaped the country's development, particularly the Open-Door Policy introduced by Deng Xiaoping. It sheds light on the context in which the automobile industry emerged and evolved.
- Literature Review: This chapter reviews existing literature on the history of the Chinese automobile industry, emphasizing the crucial role of government policies and regulations in fostering its growth. It also explores the industry's evolution, including the impact of WTO accession, and its state in 2005.
- The Development of the Chinese Automobile Industry over the past 15 years (2005-2020): This chapter delves into the key factors that influenced the development of the Chinese automobile industry between 2005 and 2020. It explores the evolving economic policies and regulations, the competitive landscape, the availability of various automobile products, and the changing consumer landscape.
- Empirical Part: This section presents the empirical findings of the study, which are based on expert interviews with professionals from the Chinese automobile industry. The interviews provide insights into the industry's current state, challenges, and future outlook.
Keywords
The primary keywords and focus topics of this thesis are: China, automobile industry, automobile manufacturers, Chinese consumer, government regulation, competitive landscape, electric vehicles, new energy vehicles (NEV), consumer behavior, market trends, and future outlook. The work investigates the intricate relationship between these elements, exploring how they have shaped and continue to influence the development of the world's largest automobile industry.- Citation du texte
- Barbara Tischler (Auteur), 2020, The rise of the Chinese automobile industry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/974659
