The 2015 SAE-China Congress and Exhibition opened at the Shanghai Automobile Exhibition Center in Anting town, Jiading district of Shanghai, on Oct 27.
The congress, which has been held for 21 years, is regarded as the most professional and influential site for technology exchange. It plays an important role in promoting the Chinese auto industry, said Gao Yun, head of Jiading.
Gao Yun, head of Jiading, gives a speech at the opening ceremony. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
Gao added that Jiading wants to transform its traditional auto industry and develop electric, smart, and Internet-connected vehicles. A newly-opened auto innovation park will help the district reach this goal by housing as many auto research institutes as possible.