China Automotive Industry Association
The China Automotive Industry Association (CAIA) is an organization established in 1997 to promote the development of the automotive industry in China. The goal of the Association is to promote the growth of a sustainable and robust auto industry in China. This mission is fulfilled through advocacy and industrial policy development, joint research and development, and industry promotion initiatives.
The CAIA was founded to represent the interests of Chinese auto manufacturers and Chinese aftermarket suppliers. It counts more than 560 members at present, ranging from vehicle manufacturers, parts suppliers, and other supporting companies. The organization is run by an executive committee made up of people from leading companies and an advisory council that provides critical advice and support.
The CAIA actively participates in various activities, including promoting the safe use of vehicles, organizing conferences and seminars to discuss industry trends, and helping companies to identify new opportunities for technology and product development. It also plays a key role in lobbying authorities and in forming trade and investment agreements between China and other countries.
The CAIA has done a great deal to promote the growth of the auto industry in China. For example, in 2006, the Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Chinas Ministry of Commerce and the Federation of Automobile and Motorcycle Dealers of China (FAMC) to improve the quality of auto industry information sharing and to facilitate market access. The memorandum also provided a framework for the development of vehicle recycling, research, and development programs.
In 2010, the CAIA formed a special task force to develop an industry-wide set of standards on eco-friendly green automotive technologies. This initiative, which was completed in 2011, established a comprehensive set of guidelines, requirements, and policies that gave direction to the development of green automotive technologies. The goal of this initiative was to reduce the environmental impact of the auto sector in China.
The CAIA has also worked to create more opportunities for Chinese auto companies by participating in international trade fairs and other activities promoting Chinas auto industry. It is involved in the 2012 World Expo in Shanghai and other international events such as the International Automotive Fair in Frankfurt, Germany.
The CAIA will continue to build on its success and to invest in the future of Chinas automotive industry. Its efforts will continue to be directed toward promoting economic growth and prosperity in China, while at the same time developing a safe and prosperous auto industry.
