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FAW

China FAW Group Corp., Ltd.

Founded 1953
Changchun, Jilin, China

FAW Group Corporation, commonly known as First Automobile Works, is one of China’s oldest and most influential state-owned automobile manufacturers. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Changchun, Jilin Province, FAW Group has been a cornerstone of China’s automotive industry for over seven decades, playing a leading role in the country’s modernization and industrial progress.

119,658
Employees
$4.9 billion
Market Cap
000800.SZ
Stock Symbol
Founder
FAW facility

Financial Performance

Revenue 2024

$8.0 billion
-12.1%
vs 2023

R&D Investment

$9.1 billion
3.0% of revenue

Net Income

$0.6 billion
2024 Performance

Key Technologies

FME (Flag·Mecha·Energy) Modular Platform
Hongqi E-HS Electric Platform Architecture
Intelligent Driving Assistance System (IDAS)
Advanced Hybrid Power System
High-Performance Electric Drive Technology
AI-Powered Intelligent Cockpit
5G-V2X Vehicle Communication Technology
Battery Thermal Management System
Fast Charging Technology (350kW+)
Integrated Electronic Architecture
Autonomous Driving Technology Development
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Research
Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Platform

Brands under FAW

2 within the group portfolio

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Bestune

Bestune

Est. 2006

Bestune, formerly known as Besturn, is a mid-to-premium automotive brand under FAW Group Corporation, created to deliver intelligent, stylish, and high-value vehicles for a new generation of drivers. Established in 2006, Bestune represents FAW’s commitment to combining advanced technology, modern design, and refined performance within an accessible, user-centered brand.

Hongqi

Hongqi

Est. 1958

Hongqi, literally “Red Flag”, is the flagship luxury automobile brand under FAW Group Corporation, and one of China’s most iconic automotive names. Established in 1958, Hongqi was originally created to serve as the official vehicle for national leaders and state occasions — symbolizing dignity, craftsmanship, and Chinese excellence. Today, it stands as a modern embodiment of China’s growing strength in global premium mobility.

Awards & Recognition

Fortune Global 500 Company
China's Oldest Automotive Manufacturer
National Enterprise Technology Center
China Automotive Industry Science and Technology Award
State-Owned Enterprise Leadership Award
Innovation Excellence in Premium Vehicles
National Green Factory Certification
China Quality Award
Hongqi Brand Revitalization Achievement
Technology Innovation Leadership Award
International Cooperation Excellence Award
Smart Manufacturing Demonstration Enterprise
Industry Pioneer and Heritage Award
Consumer Trust and Satisfaction Award

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