On August 10, 2026, BAIC Group's cumulative production and sales officially surpassed 40 million units, with ARCFOX Wendao V9 as the milestone vehicle. BAIC's self-owned brands sold 535,000 units in H1 2026, up 14.2% YoY.
The 40 Million Milestone: Joining the Global First Tier
On August 10, 2026, BAIC Group Chairman Zhang Jianyong handed the keys of an ARCFOX Wendao V9 to owner Zhou Tao at BAIC's R&D base, marking the group's cumulative production and sales officially surpassing 40 million units.
Globally, very few automakers have reached this scale:
- Volkswagen Group: Achieved over half a century
- Toyota: More than 50 years of accumulation
- Ford: Century-long heritage
- BAIC: From zero to 40 million in 68 years
In China's auto industry, only a handful of first-tier companies have entered the "40 Million Club." BAIC's 68-year journey reflects the growth of Beijing's automotive industry from nothing to a major force.
ARCFOX Wendao V9: Why It Took Center Stage
Among BAIC's extensive brand portfolio, the 40 millionth vehicle being an ARCFOX was no coincidence:
- Transformation Flagship: In February 2025, Zhang declared "ARCFOX is BAIC's transformation flagship"
- First-Mover Edge: BAIC prepared the ARCFOX brand in 2016, becoming Huawei's first HI-mode partner
- Growth Engine: Self-owned brands sold 535,000 units in H1 2026, up 14.2% YoY, accounting for nearly 70% of total sales
| Dimension | Data | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Self-owned H1 sales | 535,000 units | +14.2% YoY growth |
| Self-owned share | Nearly 70% | Core transformation driver |
| ARCFOX positioning | NEV flagship | Carries electrification strategy |
"Four Musts": BAIC's Value Proclamation for the Future
At the ceremony, Zhang outlined the "Four Musts" philosophy:
- Must always put users first
- Must let products speak for themselves
- Must make technology create real value
- Must cherish the power of collaboration
For overseas buyers and partners tracking Chinese automotive development, BAIC's milestone signals that traditional Chinese OEMs are steadily completing their NEV transition. EX1000.COM will continue monitoring ARCFOX's expansion in Central Asia and Russia.
