Challenges in the Automotive industry
The global shift toward electric vehicles is accelerating—EVs made up c. 18% of all new car sales worldwide in 2023.
Yet, the road to electrification remains capital-intensive. Building or retrofitting production facilities and achieving scale pose significant financial and operational challenges.
European OEM often face slower development cycles—new EV models can take up to 30% longer to launch compared to agile Chinese startups.
Winning the EV Race Through Strategic Partnerships
To remain competitive, many European carmakers are turning to Chinese partners for access to mature EV platforms and efficient OEM/ODM solutions.
Notable collaborations include: VW & Xpeng, Audi & SAIC, Mercedes-Benz & Geely, BMW & Great Wall Motor, and Geely & Renault.
These strategic partnerships help reduce R&D expenditure, cut manufacturing costs, and accelerate time-to-market—empowering European brands to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Shentou supports this process by helping clients identify the right Chinese partners, navigate cross-border collaboration, and ensure smooth integration across the value chain.
E-Mobility
Shentou specializes in e-mobility solutions, promoting green energy and powering the future of electric transportation.
We partner with leading OEMs and suppliers in China to deliver a comprehensive range of high-quality electric mobility offerings.
Our solution from our (JV) partners includes complete vehicle platforms—from commercial to light electric vehicles— as well as related key components.
Automotive Intelligence
As digitalization reshapes the automotive industry, Shentou collaborates with innovative technology partners to deliver specialized hardware for autonomous driving capabilities, high-performance computing platforms, smart sensors, and in-vehicle infotainment systems—with a focus on distribution and localization.
Our ODM/OEM services already include:
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Vehicle connectivity
- Intelligent cockpits
