Robotic arms are busy welding in the factory of Beijing Automobile Works' Qingdao base in Laixi, a county-level city in Qingdao, Shandong province, as demand for new energy vehicles climbs. This increase in orders is driving notable growth in both production and sales, reaching both domestic and international markets.

Robotic arms are busy welding in the factory of Beijing Automobile Works' Qingdao base. [Photo/Shandian News]

Laixi has been focusing on fostering new quality productive forces by developing a comprehensive new energy vehicle industrial chain. The city is committed to advancing the automotive sector toward higher-end, smarter, and more eco-friendly technologies.

Workers operate on a NEV production line at a workshop in Qingdao. [Photo/Shandian News]

Laixi currently hosts over 30 prominent new energy vehicle companies, including Beijing Automotive Works. The city is building a robust industrial network centered on vehicle manufacturing, supported by research and development, and encompassing critical components such as power batteries, tires, and interiors.

Workers conduct final inspections on new energy vehicles before they leave the production line. [Photo/Shandian News]