Shanghai Auto Show 2025: A Global Showcase of Over 100 New Vehicle Launches by Industry Leaders

The 2025 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, one of the most anticipated events in the automotive sector, will take place from April 23 to May 2 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. This year marks the 21st edition of the show, which has grown significantly over the past 40 years, now showcasing over 100 new vehicle models from various manufacturers.

During the opening night on <b>April 22</b>, <b>Volkswagen Group</b> Chairman Bernd Pischetsrieder reflected on the company's journey in China, emphasizing the slogan, "<b>In China, for China</b>." The exhibition aims to highlight the vitality of the automotive industry amidst ongoing transformation and its robust potential to stimulate market consumption.

As global attention turns to the top automotive industry event on the Huangpu River, the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show is set to lead the way in the global automotive landscape. Industry experts note that, despite diminishing interest in many traditional A-level auto shows globally, the Shanghai Auto Show maintains its vibrant appeal and has taken on the responsibility of leading these events worldwide.

With the surge in China's transition towards <b>new energy</b> and <b>intelligent</b> vehicles, major automotive companies worldwide are increasingly viewing the Chinese market as a critical stage for enhancing their competitive edge. The 2025 Shanghai Auto Show is expected to serve as a significant platform for enhancing communication among participants from both domestic and international automotive sectors, fostering open collaboration and mutual benefits.

This year's exhibition has attracted nearly <b>1,000 renowned companies</b> from <b>26 countries and regions</b>, covering a total area of over <b>360,000 square meters</b>. The event will utilize <b>13 indoor exhibition halls</b> at the National Exhibition Center, with <b>8 halls dedicated to passenger vehicles</b> and <b>4 halls focused on automotive technology and supply chains</b>.

Major international automotive giants such as <b>Volkswagen</b>, <b>Mercedes-Benz</b>, <b>BMW</b>, <b>Ford</b>, <b>Toyota</b>, <b>Honda</b>, and <b>Nissan</b> will all be present, alongside prominent Chinese brands including <b>FAW</b>, <b>Dongfeng</b>, <b>SAIC</b>, <b>Changan</b>, <b>BAIC</b>, <b>GAC</b>, <b>Geely</b>, <b>Great Wall</b>, <b>BYD</b>, <b>Chery</b>, and <b>Jiangling</b>. New forces in vehicle manufacturing like <b>NIO</b>, <b>Xpeng</b>, <b>Li Auto</b>, <b>Cyrus</b>, and <b>Leap Motor</b> will also actively participate.

In the realm of automotive technology, nearly <b>100 leading companies</b> specializing in chips, semiconductors, radars, ADAS, autonomous driving solutions, vehicle networking, and high-precision mapping will showcase their innovations. Notable tech firms including <b>Huawei</b> and <b>CATL</b>, which are deeply involved in China's smart new energy vehicle sector, will present their own exhibition booths, featuring new technologies in smart driving and showcasing new models developed in collaboration with their partners.

Gu Chunting, Vice President of the Shanghai International Trade Promotion Commission, stated that the organizers are committed to establishing the Shanghai Auto Show as an important comprehensive platform connecting the global automotive industry. Through high-end conferences, they aim to provide a venue for global automotive development insights and showcase Shanghai's openness to international manufacturers, thereby fostering a favorable business environment.

According to Fu Bingfeng, Executive Vice President and Secretary General of the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show will reflect the achievements in technological innovation made by automotive enterprises in low-carbon and intelligent development, particularly the integration of cutting-edge technologies like big data and artificial intelligence with smart vehicles.

Experts suggest that the core market for global automotive consumption has shifted towards China, with international giants expressing confidence in the Chinese automotive market. A recent agreement signed on <b>April 22</b> between the city of Shanghai and <b>Toyota</b> signals a significant strategic move for Toyota's establishment of a research and production company for Lexus electric vehicles and batteries in Jinshan District, Shanghai. This agreement not only marks an important step in Toyota's market strategy but also injects new momentum into the development of the new energy vehicle industry in Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta region.

As noted by Gu Jianmin, Chief Technology Officer of Valeo China, the Chinese market has become a prominent showcase for the global automotive industry. UBS's Head of China Automotive Research, Gong Min, emphasized that China's wealth of engineers, a robust battery supply chain, and innovative software and hardware companies in autonomous driving will be key factors in determining the competitiveness of multinational automotive companies in the next ten to twenty years.