China's automotive industry in transition: innovations and sustainable mobility!

China's automotive industry in transition: innovations and sustainable mobility!

The Chinese automotive industry is experiencing profound change, which is characterized by government measures as well as massive investments and technological innovations. Today, China is the largest car market in the world and plays a central role in the development of innovative vehicle technologies. Dr.-Ing. Weijun Lu, head of the liaison office of the TU Braunschweig and the representative office of the Lower Saxony Research Center for Automotive Technology (NFF) at Tongji University in Shanghai, will shed light on the key factors of this transformation in an upcoming series of lectures.

Dr. Lu will begin an introductory event on March 28, 2025, covering the historical development and key factors of the transformation of China's automotive industry. Particular attention is paid to the role of government funding, technologies, global strategies, electromobility and sustainable mobility solutions. Important companies such as BYD, NIO, Geely and Xpeng are analyzed.

Technological innovations and future visions

In the context of change, the Chinese government presents ambitious plans for the future of the automotive industry during the meeting of the National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing. Topics such as autonomous driving, artificial intelligence (AI) and even flying cars are part of this vision. A significant step in this direction is the introduction of the new “P7+” model from Xpeng, which is advertised as “Earth’s first AI-defined car”. These developments are intended not only to increase the level of innovation in the industry, but also to reduce competition.

The lecture series by Dr. Lu deals with current trends and challenges. On September 18, 2025, a lecture on the transition of the Chinese automotive industry will be offered, during which insights into the challenges of autonomous driving in China will be provided on April 29, 2025. Key companies such as Baidu, Didi and NIO are discussed in this context, as are the regulatory framework and its impact on urban transport.

Sustainable mobility solutions

Another important aspect of the transformation is hydrogen technology. On June 27, 2025, Dr. Lu will talk about how hydrogen cars work, the necessary infrastructure as well as the environmental benefits and government funding programs. A follow-up meeting on November 25, 2025 will cover similar topics in English. These lectures are part of a free offer from the European Digital Innovation Hub for AI and Cybersecurity (DAISEC).

Registration for the lectures takes place via the official DAISEC website, giving those interested the opportunity to immerse themselves in the multifaceted and dynamic world of the Chinese automotive industry.

Overall, it shows that the Chinese automotive industry is changing not only towards more innovation, but also towards more sustainability and smart technology. China is thus positioning itself as a pioneer in a global industry that is fundamentally changing.

For more information on this topic and to register for the lectures, please visit the website TU Braunschweig, Vogel automobile industry and the DAISEC website.