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China's Carmakers Make the Most of Home Show

By Greg Migliore

By AutoWeek Apr 24, 2012 12:58PM

The BAIC C90L luxury sedan. Photo courtesy of Autoweek.




The Beijing motor show has become a magnet for overseas companies looking to gain a foothold in the world's largest car market. But the Chinese automakers were not ceding the spotlight on their home turf, and several displayed some of the most handsome and intriguing vehicles at the show.


The Chery TX crossover was arguably one of the better-looking SUVs on the floor. It had a sleek yet curvy body, angled headlights and looked like a premium, modern crossover. The concept would run a 2.0-liter gasoline engine and a CVT in road-going guise. Chery celebrated its 10th anniversary with a strong design. 


A side view of the Chery TX crossover. Photo courtesy of Autoweek. The Great Wall Haval E was another impressive execution, packing scissor doors and EV ability. The attention to detail stood out too--the grille was almost clear--which made for a head-turning experience.


A rear view of the Great Wall Haval E. Photo courtesy of Autoweek. The BAIC flagship concept was simply massive. It looked like the Batmobile for China and had humungous leaf-shaped headlamps, a long hood and spoked wheels.

A view of the grille of the BAIC C90L. Photo courtesy of Autoweek.
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I Want to Be a Clone
Apr 26, 2012 10:16AM
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Doesn't matter how "impressive" China's concept vehicles look. When is the last time anything of quality had "Made in China" stamped on it?
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