Preface
A few days ago, encouraging news came that Chery Automobile's engine was favored by the well-known Japanese company Kawasaki Heavy Industries and purchased it in large quantities. As a model of engine technology, Japanese companies' recognition of domestic engines reflects the rapid breakthrough of China's fuel vehicle technology. Once upon a time, domestic engines were questioned, but now they have begun to show their edge, showing the hard power of China's automobile industry to the world. However, we still need to forge ahead on the road of innovation and continue to catch up with or even surpass the international level.
1. The reason why Chery engine is favored by Japanese companies
1. Domestic fuel vehicle engine technology is advancing by leaps and bounds
The engine technology of domestic fuel vehicles is going through a stage of development by leaps and bounds, and is increasingly among the international advanced ranks. Among them, Chery Automobile's 4J16 engine is regarded as representing the highest level of domestic fuel engines.
This engine has not only become the first China 6 emission engine in China, but also the first direct injection engine to meet the China VI emission standard, and its core technology, including in-cylinder direct injection, has reached the world's top level, and has been exported overseas. This milestone breakthrough reflects the rapid progress of China's engine technology.
Excitingly, the 4J16 engine is not the only bright spot in Chery's engine technology. In recent years, Chery has also launched a series of new engines equipped with innovative technologies, such as 1.6T and 2.0T engines matched with 8AT gearboxes, and 1.5T engines with higher fuel efficiency, fully demonstrating that domestic engines are making continuous breakthroughs in the direction of strong power and high efficiency and energy saving.
There is no doubt that Chery engine can be favored by Japanese car companies, which is due to the overall leap in domestic fuel vehicle technology. In the face of increasingly severe environmental protection requirements, China's engines have achieved innovation in many aspects such as thermal efficiency and emission standards, not only making breakthroughs in performance, but also integrating environmental performance with international standards. The engine is the "heart" of the car, and its technical level also represents the level of the vehicle technology. Therefore, Chery engines are exported to Japan, which can be described as the best footnote for the independent innovation and high-quality development of China's automobile industry.
However, we should also be soberly aware that compared with developed countries, there is still a certain gap between the top level of China's fuel vehicle technology, and key indicators such as durability and reliability need to be continuously improved in order to show the real "Made in China" strength. Only by facing difficulties and climbing new heights can the domestic automobile industry win greater respect and gallop in the international market.
2. Chery engine has many advantages,
It is worth mentioning that Chery engines are distinguished by their superior durability. According to industry estimates, under normal use, Chery engines can achieve 70-800,000 kilometers without overhaul, which can be called the "iron man" among domestic engines. This is not only due to Chery's high standard requirements for engine quality, but also saves users a lot of maintenance costs. This is undoubtedly a valuable selling point for consumers who pursue high cost performance.
What is commendable is that Chery's engine power output is long-lasting and continuous, bringing an excellent driving experience to the owner. Whether on high speeds or mountain roads, this strong power reserve is a solid backing for car owners. It is conceivable that with the popularization of electric vehicles in the future, the range requirements for traditional engines may be further increased. At that time, Chery's advantages in this area will be more prominent.
Another highlight is the low fuel consumption and good environmental friendliness of Chery engines. Its average fuel consumption is comparable to that of Japanese engines, reducing fuel consumption; At the same time, the level of emission compliance is also at the forefront of the industry, which greatly reduces carbon emissions. In today's energy shortage and increasing pressure on environmental protection, Chery engine has undoubtedly shown excellent performance to meet the times.
Perhaps the biggest attraction is that Chery engine has achieved a subtle fusion of the two advantages of German power and Japanese durability. They draw on the powerful side of German engines, but also take into account the reliable and durable characteristics of Japanese engines, so that they can ensure power output while also having a long service life.
These unique advantages, combined with Chery's traditional advantages in production capacity and cost, make its engines more attractive in terms of cost performance, thus winning the favor of Japanese car companies. However, we also need to be soberly aware that although great progress has been made, compared with the international top level, the gap in technical refinement and reliability still needs to be further filled. Only by having the courage to innovate and persistently innovate can China's automobile industry win greater respect and recognition.
3. Chery's production capacity and cost advantages
According to the data, Chery's two main engines, 1.6T and 2.0T, have an annual production capacity of nearly 2 million units. Such a huge production capacity can not only meet the domestic market demand, but also give Chery the ability to export a large number of products and show the world the strength of Made in China.
What is even more commendable is that Chery has not only mastered the core technology of the engine, but also has independent research and development and mass production capabilities in the field of engine matching such as gearbox and four-wheel drive system. For example, Chery's self-developed 8AT gearbox and the low-cost four-wheel drive system that will be mass-produced will undoubtedly further improve the performance of the vehicle and improve the competitiveness of Chery's vehicles.
In addition to the advantages of technology and production capacity, Chery also has the right time and place in cost control. Relying on the cost advantages brought by independent and controllable technology and scale effect, Chery is expected to control the cost of high-end models equipped with 1.6T and 2.0T engines at about 100,000 yuan in the future, further improving the cost performance of the vehicle.
It is not difficult to find that the engine, as the "heart" of the car, has a very important impact on the performance of the whole vehicle. Once Chery can achieve a breakthrough in the core engine technology and launch cost-effective vehicle products with the help of huge production capacity and cost control advantages, it will have a subversive impact on the pattern of the automotive industry.
For Japanese automakers, the cooperation with Chery means that they can obtain high-quality engine products at a lower cost, and with the help of Chery's technology and production capacity support, they can reduce their own operating costs. In the long run, if Chery rises with its own comprehensive strength, Japanese companies can even increase procurement efforts in the future to boost the competitiveness of their products.
Second, the gap and deficiencies with the international advanced level
Looking at the excellent performance of Chery engines, we are naturally excited and inspired. But at the same time, we must also be soberly aware that compared with the international advanced level, there are indeed some gaps and deficiencies in China's engine technology.
It is worth noting that in terms of engine durability, although Chery has reached an excellent level of 70-800,000 kilometers without major repairs, it is still slightly inferior to the prestigious Japanese engine. Japanese engines are known for their "durable leather", longer service life, lower maintenance costs, and higher value experience for consumers. If Chery wants to overtake the Japanese in this indicator, it can be said to be the most important.
Another thing to pay attention to is that in terms of power output, although Chery's engine is strong, there is still a gap with the industry's top level. Compared with Chery's latest 2.0T engine and Honda's 1.5T engine, although Chery's maximum power is higher, Honda's engine has a higher power density per unit displacement, and the actual driving experience may be better. It is not difficult to see that in order for China's engine to catch up with and surpass the international advanced, it still needs to make breakthroughs in many core indicators.
More importantly, there is still a certain gap between Chery engine and international giants in terms of overall technical reliability, and it needs to continue to improve in this field. For example, Nissan's VC-T turbocharged variable compression ratio engine is undoubtedly technologically advanced. In the face of the continuous emergence of emerging technologies, Chery can only stay ahead of the curve by insisting on independent innovation and keeping pace with the times in terms of technical reliability.
It is foreseeable that with the popularization of electric vehicles, the requirements for engine technology will also be further improved, and range may become the top priority. At that time, Chery's advantages in engine power reserve will be more prominent. However, it is not enough to have a leading product, we must build a complete technical system around the whole vehicle, and pay attention to the integration of new energy technology, in order to truly stand in the center of the world stage. The more progress is made, the more we should have the spirit of self-innovation, bravely climb the technological peak with a sense of crisis, and narrow the gap with the world.
3. Walk on two legs, taking into account both new energy and fuel vehicles
Looking at the impact of Chery engines exported to Japan, it is not difficult to find a deep enlightenment: China's auto industry should "walk on two legs", that is, while vigorously developing new energy vehicles, it should also take into account and continue to improve fuel vehicle technology.
There is no doubt that new energy vehicles are becoming the general direction of the development of the automobile industry. But at the same time, we can't ignore the importance of fuel vehicle technology because of "abnormal weight". In fact, the progress of fuel vehicle technology is not only related to the domestic market demand, but also an important cornerstone to maintain the international competitiveness of Chinese car companies.
It is worth noting that in the global market, especially in some important overseas markets, fuel vehicles will still exist for a long time. If the technology of fuel vehicles is completely abandoned, Chinese automakers will lose their voice in these markets. On the contrary, retaining and continuously improving the technical level of fuel vehicles will win us a larger international market share.
On the other hand, it is difficult to say that there will be no new alternative fuels in the future, such as synthetic fuels. Once this situation occurs, car companies that still master the core technology of fuel vehicles will be the first to occupy the commanding heights of technology and products. Therefore, China's automotive industry must take precautions, grasp the existing advantages, and reserve room for possible technological changes.
From this point of view, new energy and fuel vehicles are not "black and white" antagonistic relationships, and the development of the two should be "two-legged" and complement each other. Only by being unique in the field of new energy and maintaining the technical level of fuel vehicles at a certain height can China's auto industry be invincible and win a more powerful voice and initiative in the global market.
There is no doubt that it is not easy to achieve a "two-legged walk", and it requires Chinese car companies to properly balance human and material resources and make precise deployments. But only in this way can we minimize risks, maintain the stability and continuity of development, be invincible in possible technological changes, and win more confidence. As the saying goes, "only by walking steadily can we achieve far-reaching results", and only by "walking on two legs" can China's auto industry ride the wind and waves and make steady progress in the international market.
epilogue
Looking ahead, China's auto industry will face more fierce global competition in both new energy and traditional fuel fields. Only by bravely climbing the peak of science and technology and grasping the balance between innovation and inheritance can we win sufficient confidence and make steady progress in this competition. As long as the concept is firm and the pace is solid, Chinese automobiles will surely take a leap forward on the world stage and bloom with new brilliance.