Audi doubled down on its electric ambitions at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, unveiling a sleek lineup of all-electric vehicles developed with Chinese partners. CEO Gernot Döllner told the crowd: "Chinese consumers are setting the global pace for innovation – their vision drives ours." 🔋
With China now accounting for over 40% of Audi’s global sales, the automaker revealed plans to expand localized R&D and co-creation projects. Think next-gen batteries tuned for China’s highways and AI interfaces that speak regional dialects. 🌐
"This isn’t just about selling cars," Döllner noted, nodding to Audi’s 37-year partnership with state-owned FAW Group. "It’s about building tomorrow’s mobility DNA, byte by byte, in our most strategic market." 🛠️
The exhibition floor buzzed with tech reflecting China’s priorities: swappable EV batteries, autonomous parking systems optimized for mega-cities, and cabin air filters tackling urban smog. Analysts say Audi’s "in China, for China" strategy could reshape how global brands compete in the world’s largest auto market. 📈
