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China Motor Corporation (CMC; Chinese: 中華汽車工業; pinyin: Zhōnghuá Qìchē Gōngyè) is an automobile manufacturer based in Taipei, Taiwan.
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| Company type | Public |
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| TWSE: 2204 | |
| Industry | Automobile manufacturer |
| Founded | 13 June 1969 |
| Headquarters | 11F, No.2 Tun Hwa South Road Section 2, Taipei, Taiwan |
Area served | Asia, Middle East, Africa, Caribbean, Central America |
Key people | Vivian Shun-wen Wu (Former Honorary President) Li-Lien Chen Yen (Chairman) Chao-Wen Chen (President) |
| Products | Automobiles, recreational vehicles, light commercial vehicles, trucks |
| Revenue |  NT$ 55,669.4 million |
| NT$ 5,397.8 million | |
Number of employees | 3,407 |
| Parent | Yulon Motor |
| Website | www |
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| Chinese | 中華汽車工業 | ||||||||||||||
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It was founded in June 1969, and signed a technology sharing contract with Mitsubishi Motors the following year. On 12 December 1973 they opened their first manufacturing facility, in Yangmei. Initially vehicle production was at a rate of 300 vehicles per month, but thanks to rapid growth, and the development of an advanced painting facility, the factory produced its 100,000th vehicle in 1983.[1]
Originally they only produced commercial vehicles, but have since expanded operations, producing more than 100,000 vehicles per year. Currently they operate three manufacturing plants, two in Yangmei and one in Hsinchu.[1]
The company has been listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange since March 1991. In 1993 it was awarded the National Quality Award of Taiwan and were ranked first place in J.D. Power Asia-Pacific's Sales Satisfaction Index in 2000 and 2001. They have also been awarded numerous accolades for exemplary working conditions in their manufacturing plants.[1] As of 2019, Yulon Motor Group is the largest shareholder at over 40%, and China Motor is considered part of the Yulon Motor Group. 13.97% of the company is owned by Mitsubishi.[2] All of CMC's models are of Mitsubishi origins, adjusted to appeal to the Taiwanese market.
Since 1995, CMC has invested in China's South East Motor Corporation. In 2005, the company was given approval from the Chinese government, and signed an agreement with DaimlerChrysler to produce minivans for the Chinese market. Since June 2007, CMC has participated in the Fujian Daimler joint venture.
Zhonghua Automobile electric two-wheeler dealership sign
In June 2010, CMC's Electric Motorcycle "e-moving electric two-wheeled vehicle" was launched.
In September 2012, CMC obtained the consent of Mitsubishi Motors, Officially exported Lancer Fortis with independently designed appearance to the Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
On 30 October 2013, CMC independently developed "Xinda".[3]
In 2013, eMoving launched the first electric bicycle Bobe.
In September 2015, CMC independently remodeled and launched the Zinger multi-functional commercial vehicle. In addition to the self-developed appearance of the car body, the engine and gearbox were also upgraded.
On 6 April 2017, CMC once again independently launched a major facelift of its new-generation mid-sized RV Grand Lancer.
In July 2017, the electric bicycle "EM 25 Shine" was announced.
In May 2019, the company released its corporate vision and new third-generation corporate identity to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary.
In August 2021, the light electric scooter eMOVING-EZ1 was released, which is the company's first electric scooter to adopt the Gogoro Network smart battery swap system.
In July 2022, the MG brand medium-sized SUV MG HS from China's SAIC Motor was introduced,[4] the 3.5-ton small truck "Jianbing" was released in October of the same year.
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Current
CMC brand vehicles
- CMC D260/D270 (2020–present, export only)
- CMC Veryca (中華菱利, 2000–present)
- CMC Zinger (中華雙贏, 2005–present)
- CMC P350 Hybrid (中華堅兵, 2022–present)
- CMC J Space (2024–present)
- CMC ET35 (2025)
CMC Veryca
CMC Zinger
CMC Zinger Pick up
CMC P350 Hybrid
Mitsubishi brand vehicles
- Mitsubishi Colt Plus (2007–present)
- Mitsubishi Delica (中華得利卡, 1973–present)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2018–present) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Outlander (2001–present)
Mitsubishi Colt Plus
Mitsubishi Delica
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
Mitsubishi Outlander
MG brand vehicles
MG HS
MG ZS
MG4 EV
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Former
CMC brand vehicles
- CMC Minicab (1978–1985)
- CMC Towny (中華多利, 1985–1992)
- CMC Varica (1985–2000)
- CMC Leadca (中華新達, 2013–2020)
CMC Delica 2.0GL van
CMC Minicab truck in 1980s
CMC Varica 1200 van
CMC Veryca 1.3L truck (1st ver.)
CMC Leadca
Mitsubishi brand vehicles
- Mitsubishi Lancer (1991–2024)
- Mitsubishi Galant (1997–2004)
- Mitsubishi Space gear (1997–2007)
- Mitsubishi Freeca (1998–2008)
- Mitsubishi Savrin (2001–2014)
- Mitsubishi Grunder (2004–2012)
- Mitsubishi Pajero (2007–2020) (import)
- Mitsubishi ASX (2011–2014) (import)
- Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback (2011–2017) (import)
- Chrysler Town & Country (2005–2007)
Mitsubishi Grand Lancer
Mitsubishi Grunder
Mitsubishi Galant
Mitsubishi Savrin
Mitsubishi Space Gear
Mitsubishi Freeca
Mitsubishi Pajero
Mitsubishi ASX
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback
Chrysler Town and Country
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