Representatives of Chinese and foreign auto and components enterprises, scholars and industrial experts attended the event and discussed the transformation of the traditional auto industry, smart-connected cars, vehicle energy saving, and environmental protection. The three-day event included two symposiums on auto technologies, three academic forums, 38 sub-forums with various themes, and some trial drive activities.
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An award named after Rao Bin (1913-1987), China's father of the auto industry, is announced at the opening ceremony. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
An award named after Rao Bin (1913-1987), China's father of the auto industry, was announced at the opening ceremony. Li Gang and Chen Zutao, representatives of the first generation working in China's auto sector, received the award.
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Visitors at an exhibition booth. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
The organizers also set up a 10,000-square-meter technology exhibition area to display advanced auto products such as energy-saving and environment-friendly vehicles, engines, transmissions, power systems, electronic devices and testing equipment. It is expected to attract over 10,000 visitors.