China Motor Corporation (CMC; ) is an
automobile manufacturer
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based in
Taipei
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Taiwan
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History
It was founded in June 1969, and signed a technology sharing contract with
Mitsubishi Motors
is a Japanese Multinational corporation, multinational Automotive industry, automobile manufacturer headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. the following year. On 12 December 1973 they opened their first manufacturing facility, in
Yangmei. Initially vehicle production was at a rate of 300 vehicles per month, but thanks to rapid growth, and the development of an advanced painting facility, the factory produced its 100,000th vehicle in 1983.
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Originally they only produced commercial vehicles, but have since expanded operations, producing more than 100,000 vehicles per year. Currently they operate three manufacturing plants, two in
Yangmei and one in
Hsinchu
Hsinchu (, ), officially Hsinchu City, is a city located in northwestern Taiwan. It is the most populous city in Taiwan that is not a special municipality, with estimated 450,655 inhabitants. Hsinchu is a coastal city bordering the Taiwan ...
.
The company has been listed on the
Taiwan Stock Exchange since March 1991. In 1993 it was awarded the National Quality Award of Taiwan and were ranked first place in
J.D. Power Asia-Pacific's Sales Satisfaction Index in 2000 and 2001. They have also been awarded numerous accolades for exemplary working conditions in their manufacturing plants.
As of 2019,
Yulon Motor Group is the largest shareholder at over 40%, and China Motor is considered part of the
Yulon Motor Group. 13.97% of the company is owned by Mitsubishi.
All of CMC's models are of Mitsubishi origins, adjusted to appeal to the Taiwanese market.
Since 1995, CMC has invested in China's
South East Motor Corporation. In 2005, the company was given approval from the Chinese government, and signed an agreement with
DaimlerChrysler
Mercedes-Benz Group AG (formerly Daimler-Benz, DaimlerChrysler, and Daimler) is a German multinational automotive company headquartered in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is one of the world's leading car manufacturers. Daimler-B ...
to produce
minivans
Minivan (sometimes called simply a van) is a car classification for vehicles designed to transport passengers in the rear seating row(s), with reconfigurable seats in two or three rows . The equivalent classification in Europe is MPV (multi-pu ...
for the Chinese market. Since June 2007, CMC has participated in the
Fujian Daimler joint venture.
In June 2010, CMC's
Electric Motorcycle "e-moving electric two-wheeled vehicle" was launched.
In September 2012, CMC obtained the consent of Mitsubishi Motors, Officially exported
Lancer Fortis with independently designed appearance to the Middle East
Gulf Cooperation Council
The Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (), also known as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC; ), is a Regional integration, regional, intergovernmental organization, intergovernmental, political, and economic union comprising Ba ...
(GCC) countries.
On 30 October 2013, CMC independently developed "
Xinda".
In 2013, eMoving launched the first electric bicycle Bobe.
In September 2015, CMC independently remodeled and launched the
Zinger multi-functional commercial vehicle. In addition to the self-developed appearance of the car body, the engine and gearbox were also upgraded.
On 6 April 2017, CMC once again independently launched a major facelift of its new-generation mid-sized RV
Grand Lancer.
In July 2017, the electric bicycle "EM 25 Shine" was announced.
In May 2019, the company released its corporate vision and new third-generation corporate identity to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary.
In August 2021, the light electric scooter eMOVING-EZ1 was released, which is the company's first electric scooter to adopt the
Gogoro Network smart battery swap system.
In July 2022, the
MG brand medium-sized SUV
MG HS
The MG HS is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG marque. The vehicle was launched in 2018, replacing the MG GS. In MG's global line-up, the HS is positioned above the subcom ...
from China's
SAIC Motor
SAIC Motor Corp., Ltd. (formerly Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation) is a Chinese State-owned enterprises of China, state-owned automobile manufacturer headquartered in Anting, Shanghai. Founded in 1955, it is currently the largest of the ...
was introduced,
the 3.5-ton small truck "Jianbing" was released in October of the same year.
Products
Current
CMC brand vehicles
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CMC D260/D270 (2020–present, export only)
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CMC Veryca (中華菱利, 2000–present)
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CMC Zinger (中華雙贏, 2005–present)
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CMC P350 Hybrid (中華堅兵, 2022–present)
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CMC J Space (2024–present)
* CMC ET35 (2025)
File:CMC Veryca A180 004.jpg, CMC Veryca
File:CMC Zinger II 001.jpg, CMC Zinger
File:CMC Zinger BQP-8072 left side 20221112.jpg, CMC Zinger Pick up
File:CMC P350 Hybrid 005.jpg, CMC P350 Hybrid
File:CMC J Space 006.jpg, CMC J Space
Mitsubishi brand vehicles
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Mitsubishi Colt Plus (2007–present)
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Mitsubishi Delica (中華得利卡, 1973–present)
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Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2018–present) (Import)
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Mitsubishi Outlander (2001–present)
File:CMC Mitsubishi Colt Plus 2017.jpg, Mitsubishi Colt Plus
File:Mitsubishi Delica facelift by CMC 002.jpg, Mitsubishi Delica
File:Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.jpg, Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
File:Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV G Limited Edition 0741.jpg, Mitsubishi Outlander
MG brand vehicles
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MG HS
The MG HS is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Chinese automobile manufacturer SAIC Motor under the British MG marque. The vehicle was launched in 2018, replacing the MG GS. In MG's global line-up, the HS is positioned above the subcom ...
(2022–present)
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MG ZS (2023–present)
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MG4 EV (2024–present)
File:MG HS PHEV 001 (cropped).jpg, MG HS
File:MG ZS Facelift 1X7A6412.jpg, MG ZS
File:MG4 EV DSC 7237.jpg, MG4 EV
Former
CMC brand vehicles
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CMC Minicab (1978–1985)
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CMC Towny (中華多利, 1985–1992)
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CMC Varica (1985–2000)
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CMC Leadca (中華新達, 2013–2020)
File:CMC Delica 2.0GL left front on Shijian Road 20120421.jpg, CMC Delica 2.0GL van
File:CMC Minicab truck on Shijian Road 20101211.jpg, CMC Minicab truck in 1980s
File:Minica-Towny800.jpg, CMC Towny
File:CMC Varica 1200 van right-front.jpg, CMC Varica 1200 van
File:CMC Veryca 1.3L truck left-front.jpg, CMC Veryca 1.3L truck (1st ver.)
File:CMC Leadca RBB-7165 20160430b.jpg, CMC Leadca
Mitsubishi brand vehicles
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Mitsubishi Lancer (1991–2024)
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Mitsubishi Galant (1997–2004)
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Mitsubishi Space Gear (1997–2007)
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Mitsubishi Freeca (1998–2008)
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Mitsubishi Savrin (2001–2014)
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Mitsubishi Grunder (2004–2012)
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(2007–2020) (Import)
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Mitsubishi ASX
The Mitsubishi ASX (abbreviation of "Active Sports Crossover") is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured by the Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. On introduction, it was positioned below the Mitsubishi Outlander, Outlander in Mitsubishi's c ...
(2011–2014) (Import)
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Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback (2011–2017) (Import)
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Chrysler Town & Country (2005–2007)
File:Mitsubishi Lancer 2017 Taiwan 001.jpg, Mitsubishi Grand Lancer
File:Mitsubishi Galant Grunder facelift.jpg, Mitsubishi Grunder
File:Jagvars Galant.JPG, Mitsubishi Galant
File:Mitsubishi Savrin second generation facelift 001.jpg, Mitsubishi Savrin
File:2005 CMC-Mitsubishi Space Gear 2400 (facelift, front).jpg, Mitsubishi Space Gear
File:2005 CMC-Mitsubishi Freeca (second facelift).jpg, Mitsubishi Freeca
File:Mitsubishi Shogun SUV 4x4 In The Snow (cropped).jpg, Mitsubishi Pajero
File:2012 Mitsubishi ASX 4 DI-D 4X4 1.8.jpg, Mitsubishi ASX
File:Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec Invite (VIII) – Frontansicht, 23. September 2012, Hilden.jpg, Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback
File:05-07 Chrysler Town and Country LX 1.jpg, Chrysler Town and Country
See also
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List of companies of Taiwan
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List of Taiwanese automakers
References
External links
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Mitsubishi Motors Taiwan
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Car manufacturers of Taiwan
Truck manufacturers of Taiwan
Vehicle manufacturing companies established in 1969
1969 establishments in Taiwan
Companies listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange
Taiwanese brands