The race to become China’s “No. 1 Automotive City” by 2025 is gradually taking shape. In 2025, driven by the rise of new energy vehicles and changes in statistical criteria, traditional automotive manufacturing hubs face pressure to transform, while emerging cities are accelerating their rise by leveraging their competitive advantages. Currently, Chongqing leads the overall rankings with a vehicle production volume of nearly 2.5 million units, while Hefei tops the NEV segment with over 1.2 million units produced. (Yicai)