The 22nd Changchun International Auto Expo will take place from July 12 to 21, 2025, at the Changchun Northeast Asia International Expo Center. As one of China's auto brand shows, the Changchun Auto Expo is not only a major event for the auto industry, car enthusiasts, and consumers, but also plays an important role in driving the development of related industries in Changchun.

 

To provide the public with comprehensive information about the event, the Information Office of Changchun Municipal People's Government recently held a press conference, where officials from relevant departments briefed the media on the preparations for the event.

 

I. Date and Venue

 

The 22nd Changchun International Auto Expo is scheduled to be held from July 12 to 21, 2025, at the Changchun Northeast Asia International Expo Center. With:

 

July 12 being the Media Day;

 

July 13-14 being Trade Visitors Days; and

 

July 15-21 being Public Days.

 

II. Theme, Purpose, and Positioning

 

Theme: "Leading the Future with New Quality Productive Forces".

 

Purpose: "To create distinctive brands, showcase auto culture, promote integration and innovation, and drive industry development".

 

Positioning: This year's auto expo aims to become a world-class auto show that advances the construction of Changchun International Automobile City. The event adheres to a "market-oriented, professional, and international" positioning and focuses on "new technologies, products, and trends" in the auto industry. By aligning with industry and consumer market development trends, it seeks to continuously leverage its platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies and innovation achievements, promote industry exchanges and cooperation, stimulate consumption and economic growth, and facilitate the high-quality development of Changchun's auto industry.

 

III. Exhibition Layout

 

The expo will combine offline and online exhibitions, integrating elements such as automotive culture, automotive technology, cultural tourism life, and interactive experiences.

 

Offline Exhibition: It will cover a total area of 170,000 square meters and feature four vehicle exhibition halls, three special exhibition areas, two interactive experience areas, and one outdoor exhibition area.

 

Four vehicle exhibition halls: Halls A1, A2, A3, and C, with 118 companies participating. FAW Group will present a strong lineup featuring brands such as Hongqi, Bestune, Volkswagen, Audi, and Toyota, including about 20 new 2025 models like the Hongqi Tiangong Series (Tiangong 05, 06, and 08) and Audi's PPE platform electric vehicles (Audi Q6L e-tron, A6L e-tron, Q6L Sportsback e-tron). Other major manufacturers, including GAC, Dongfeng, BYD, and Chery, will exhibit at high specifications. The HYPTEC HT 2025 model will make its global debut. Brands such as Xiaomi and Avatr will participate in the expo for the first time, while 12 new models, including Li Auto i8 and NIO ET9, will make their Changchun debut.

 

Three special exhibition areas:

 

1. Hongqi vintage car cultural exhibition area (East Register Hall), showcasing classic FAW Hongqi vintage cars.

 

2. World vintage car cultural exhibition area (between Halls A2 and A3), displaying vintage cars owned by international celebrities.

 

3. Future transportation exhibition area (dome on 2/F), displaying low-altitude logistics, drone applications, new energy technologies, intelligent manufacturing, etc.

 

Two interactive experience areas:

 

1. RV & camping immersive experience area (outdoor area north of Hall C).

 

2. Intelligent assisted driving experience area (northern outdoor exhibition area).

 

One outdoor exhibition area (northern outdoor exhibition area), showcasing special offer vehicles, used cars, etc.

 

Online Exhibition: A "Cloud Auto Expo" mini-program will be launched, utilizing AI digital technologies to deliver mobile-based "cloud exhibitions", "cloud streaming", "cloud release", and "cloud services". It will provide visitors with exhibition guides, business and travel information, and comprehensive recommendations for dining, accommodation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment.

 

IV. Concurrent Events

 

A series of distinctive events will be held during the expo, designed to align with its theme and achieve multiple objectives, such as professional guidance, cultural enrichment, consumption stimulation, and openness and cooperation. These events include:

 

1. The 7th FAW Hongqi Carnival and the Opening Ceremony of the 22nd Changchun International Auto Expo;

 

2. National Auto Industry Release Activity;

 

3. Changchun Trade Pro Roadshow of Chambers of Commerce of the Belt and Road Countries;

 

4. China-Russia Automotive Trade and Economic Exchange Activity;

 

5. New Energy Intelligent Vehicle New Quality and Development Forum 2025;

 

6. 2025 Changchun Offroad Vehicle Rally;

 

7. "Exhibition + Culture, Tourism and Commerce" Activities.

 

V. Main Features

 

The expo will present the following features:

 

1. "New": Focusing on cutting-edge technology to build the leading position for new quality productive forces. Staying aligned with its theme, the event will zero in on the auto industry's trends of "electrification, intelligence, and connectivity". With cutting-edge technology displays and future scenario experiences at its core, it will comprehensively present the latest technological applications in intelligent connected vehicles and smart mobility.

 

2. "Soul": Exploring cultural heritage to forge the spiritual identity of the auto industry. Two themed cultural exhibition areas have been meticulously planned. Through national treasure-class vintage cars, rare historical models, and immersive storytelling, they will systematically depict the epic journey of China's auto industry from inception to strength and the evolution of global automotive civilization.

 

3. "Connectivity": Expanding international partnerships to support the national opening-up strategy. In response to the "Belt and Road" Initiative, the event will work to build into a new pacesetter of northward opening-up. By organizing dedicated matchmaking sessions, field visits, and business negotiations, it will provide a platform for exhibitors and local auto parts enterprises to expand into international markets.

 

4. "Benefit": Delivering tangible benefits to the people and amplifying the spillover effect of the expo. Through coordinated government and corporate efforts, the expo will combine vehicle purchase subsidies with promotional offers from participating manufacturers to unlock the potential of automotive consumption. Additionally, it will integrate city-wide resources to innovatively create new consumption scenarios through cultural tourism and sports activities, extending the expo's influence to various sectors of urban consumption.

 

5. "Integration": Building a strategic platform to support industrial upgrading and opening-up. Closely relying on and serving FAW Group, the expo will deepen strategic cooperation to fully support the group's innovation-driven transformation and market expansion. High-profile industry summits will gather leading think tanks and corporate leaders in the auto sector to jointly explore the future of industrial development.

 

As the annual Changchun Auto Expo approaches, we are committed to taking a higher perspective and adopting stronger measures to make it an international auto industry gala that embodies the spirit of the times, leads industrial transformation, and empowers regional development.