Great Wall Motor attributes car rusting to a potential design flaw

Great Wall Motor (2333) chairman Wei Jianjun said mainland-made car rusting is not an issue of craftsmanship, but potentially a design flaw, and highlighted the importance of conscience in production.

According to tests by Lamark, European car brands' metal usage lifespan is approximately 12 years. After applying anti-corrosion coatings, the lifespan of their metals extends to about 22 years, which is 2.4 to 4 times longer than that of Chinese vehicles. 

Chinese cars, under Russian weather conditions, have a lifespan of no more than 5 to 7 years.

Wei had previously commented on the impact of the automotive price war, noting that it leads to companies "earning nothing" while reducing product quality. 

He also emphasized that intelligent driving technology is not a show, but must be proven through practice.

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