Shanghai Exhibition Tour

Introduction

• Event Location: Central Plaza, Shanghai
• Sponsors: Eaton, Ayana, Infy Power
  • Eaton: Offers scalable and intelligent EV charging infrastructure
  • Ayana: North America's premier charging network
  • Infy Power: Largest EV charger module provider
• Main Exhibition Hall: Similar layout to LA Auto Show; comprises eight large halls
• Security: Extensive facial recognition and passport checks

Hall 3 Overview

• SIC Press Conference: Little known about company
• Rowway Cars: Seen as taxis, resemble Lexus, basic designs
• MG Cars: Notably the Cyberster, a compact two-seater with unique features
• SAIC Overview: Largest car conglomerate in China, involved in joint ventures such as SIC Volkswagen

Hall 7 Overview

• Neo: Compared to Apple; offers high-end sedans like ET9
• Firefly: Small, affordable car under Neo
• Tank: Off-road vehicles, not electric
• Wei and Aura: Noted for quirky designs similar to Beetle

Hall 5 Overview

• Xping: Known for innovation in flying cars
• Audi Variants: Separate booths for global and Chinese versions
• Volkswagen Concepts: Introduced small SUV, sedan, and large SUV concepts

Hall 6 Overview

• Lee Auto: Known for extended-range electric vehicles
• Zeer: Showcased Zeer 007 GT Spicy Wood
• Lincoln Co. and Gily: Offers a range of models, highlight being the Lincoln Co. 03

Hall 6 Additional Notes

• Mazda: Features like EZ60 and EZ6, showcasing advanced design
• Luxurious Vans: Examples include Kei vans and others catering to chauffeuring needs

Final Thoughts

• General Impression: Overwhelming variety of brands, many unknown outside China
• Technology and Design: High emphasis on advanced tech and unique designs
• Challenges: Limited time to explore all exhibits thoroughly

Conclusion

• Observations: Chinese market showcases more diverse and tech-forward cars than the U.S.
• Future Prospects: Opportunity to test drive and review vehicles for detailed insight

Note: The exhibition was chaotic with a wide array of unique and interesting vehicle designs, many of which are not available in Western markets. The show reflects China's rapid advancement in automotive technology and design.