China Motor Corporation
A Taiwanese vehicle manufacturer that produces CMC-branded commercial vehicles and distributes or manufactures Mitsubishi and MG vehicles through technology, production, and brand partnerships.
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Overview
China Motor Corporation (CMC) is a Taiwanese automobile manufacturer headquartered in Taipei. Established in June 1969, the company built its business around vehicle manufacturing and a long-running technical relationship with Mitsubishi Motors, signed in 1970. CMC initially concentrated on commercial vehicles, but gradually expanded into passenger cars, multipurpose vehicles, sport utility vehicles, light trucks, electric two-wheelers, and vehicles sold under partner brands. The company opened its first manufacturing facility in Yangmei on 12 December 1973. Initial output was approximately 300 vehicles per month, but production expanded rapidly as CMC developed its manufacturing capabilities, including an advanced painting facility. The plant produced its 100,000th vehicle in 1983. CMC later operated three manufacturing plants, including two in Yangmei and one in Hsinchu, and grew into a producer with annual output exceeding 100,000 vehicles during stronger periods of demand. Mitsubishi has remained central to CMC's product and technology portfolio. Many CMC models have Mitsubishi origins and are adapted for Taiwanese market requirements, while CMC has also produced or marketed vehicles under its own name. Long-running products such as the Delica, Veryca, Zinger, and various Lancer and Outlander derivatives helped establish the company in Taiwan's passenger and commercial-vehicle markets. CMC also developed export capabilities, including the independently styled Lancer Fortis exported to Gulf Cooperation Council markets after receiving Mitsubishi's consent in 2012. CMC broadened its regional and international relationships over time. Since 1995 it has invested in South East Motor Corporation in China. It later received approval to produce minivans for the Chinese market with DaimlerChrysler and participated in the Fujian Daimler joint venture from 2007. In Taiwan, the company expanded beyond conventional automobiles through its eMoving electric two-wheeler business, launching electric motorcycles, bicycles, and later a battery-swapping scooter compatible with the Gogoro Network. The company became publicly traded on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in March 1991. In 1993 it received Taiwan's National Quality Award, and it was ranked first in J.D. Power Asia-Pacific's Sales Satisfaction Index in 2000 and 2001. CMC has also received recognition related to working conditions at its manufacturing facilities. As reported for 2019, Yulon Motor Group was its largest shareholder, with a stake exceeding 40 percent, while Mitsubishi held 13.97 percent; CMC is consequently associated with the Yulon corporate group. In the 2020s, CMC continued to maintain its commercial-vehicle range while adding new partner brands and electrified products. The company introduced SAIC Motor's MG HS in Taiwan in 2022, followed by MG ZS and MG4 EV in later years, and expanded its own light-truck offering with the 3.5-ton Jianbing/P350 Hybrid. Its current portfolio therefore combines locally adapted manufacturing, commercial vehicles, Mitsubishi-derived products, CMC-branded vehicles, MG distribution, and electric mobility. CMC remains primarily oriented toward the Taiwanese market, with selected export and joint-venture activities abroad.
History
China Motor Corporation was established in June 1969 in Taiwan and formed a technology-sharing agreement with Mitsubishi Motors the following year. This partnership shaped the company's manufacturing base and product strategy for decades. CMC opened its first factory in Yangmei on 12 December 1973. The operation initially produced about 300 vehicles per month and focused mainly on commercial vehicles, reflecting the company's early role as a local manufacturing partner rather than a broad passenger-car brand. Production expanded as CMC invested in manufacturing capacity and process technology. The Yangmei operation developed an advanced painting facility and produced its 100,000th vehicle in 1983. The company subsequently operated three plants, with two in Yangmei and another in Hsinchu. Its activities broadened from commercial vehicles to passenger cars, multipurpose vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and locally adapted derivatives of Mitsubishi products. Over time, annual production exceeded 100,000 vehicles during periods of strong demand. CMC became listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in March 1991. It received Taiwan's National Quality Award in 1993 and later earned recognition in customer satisfaction and workplace-related assessments. The company ranked first in J.D. Power Asia-Pacific's Sales Satisfaction Index in 2000 and 2001. These recognitions supported its reputation as an established Taiwanese manufacturer with substantial domestic production capabilities. The company's regional strategy expanded in the 1990s and 2000s. CMC invested in China's South East Motor Corporation beginning in 1995. It later secured approval to manufacture minivans for the Chinese market through an agreement with DaimlerChrysler, and from 2007 participated in the Fujian Daimler joint venture. These activities complemented its Taiwan manufacturing base and connected CMC to wider Chinese automotive production networks. CMC also pursued product development beyond straightforward Mitsubishi production. It developed locally adapted vehicles and, in 2012, received Mitsubishi's consent to export an independently styled Lancer Fortis to Gulf Cooperation Council markets. The company introduced the independently developed Xinda in 2013, redesigned the Zinger in 2015 with changes to its body, engine, and transmission, and launched a major facelift of the Grand Lancer in 2017. Electric mobility became another area of development. CMC launched its eMoving electric two-wheeled vehicle in 2010 and introduced the Bobe electric bicycle in 2013. It later expanded this line with products such as the EM 25 Shine electric bicycle. In 2021, eMOVING released the EZ1 electric scooter, CMC's first electric scooter using the Gogoro Network smart battery-swapping system. At its fiftieth anniversary in 2019, CMC announced a corporate vision and a third-generation corporate identity. In the 2020s, it continued producing CMC-branded commercial vehicles and working with Mitsubishi while adding MG vehicles supplied by SAIC Motor. The MG HS entered the Taiwanese market in 2022, followed by the MG ZS, MG4 EV, and additional MG models. CMC also introduced the P350 Hybrid/Jianbing light truck and later expanded its CMC commercial range with products including the J Space and ET35. As reported for 2019, Yulon Motor Group held more than 40 percent of CMC and Mitsubishi held 13.97 percent, placing CMC within the Yulon group structure while preserving its longstanding Mitsubishi connection.
- 2022
MG and Jianbing expansion
[1]CMC introduced the MG HS and launched the 3.5-ton Jianbing light truck.
- 2021
eMOVING EZ1 released
[1]CMC released the EZ1 electric scooter using the Gogoro Network battery-swapping system.
- 2019
Fiftieth anniversary identity
[1]CMC announced a new corporate vision and third-generation corporate identity.
- 2010
Electric two-wheeler launch
[1]CMC launched its eMoving electric two-wheeled vehicle.
- 2007
Fujian Daimler participation
[1]CMC began participating in the Fujian Daimler joint venture.
- 1995
Investment in South East Motor Corporation
[1]CMC began investing in China's South East Motor Corporation.
- 1993
National Quality Award
[1]CMC received Taiwan's National Quality Award.
- 1991
Taiwan Stock Exchange listing
[1]CMC became listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange.
- 1983
100,000th vehicle produced
[1]The Yangmei facility reached cumulative production of 100,000 vehicles.
- 1973
First Yangmei factory opens
[1]CMC opened its first manufacturing facility in Yangmei on 12 December.
Products and positioning
Practical, locally adapted mobility spanning commercial vehicles, family vehicles, partner-brand automobiles, and electric two-wheelers.
Light commercial van · 2000
CMC Veryca
The Veryca is one of CMC's principal CMC-branded commercial vehicles. Sold in Taiwan since 2000, it serves small-business, delivery, and utility users with a compact van format suited to dense urban streets and commercial operations. It represents the company's long-standing emphasis on practical locally manufactured light vehicles.
Multipurpose vehicle · 2005
CMC Zinger
The Zinger is a CMC-branded multipurpose commercial and family vehicle introduced in 2005. CMC independently redesigned its exterior and upgraded its engine and gearbox in 2015. The model illustrates the company's move beyond straightforward assembly toward locally adapted product development while retaining a practical, passenger-and-cargo-oriented positioning.
Commercial van · 1973
Mitsubishi Delica
The Mitsubishi Delica has been produced by CMC in Taiwan since 1973. It is a long-running commercial-vehicle line associated with the company's early manufacturing history and Mitsubishi technical relationship. The Taiwan-market vehicle has served passenger-transport, cargo, and business users and remains among CMC's most established products.
Passenger car · 2007
Mitsubishi Colt Plus
The Colt Plus is a Mitsubishi-branded passenger vehicle produced or marketed by CMC in Taiwan from 2007 onward. It broadened CMC's offering in compact family transportation and complemented the company's larger commercial vehicles and sport utility products. Its presence reflects CMC's role in adapting and supporting Mitsubishi products for the Taiwanese market.
Sport utility vehicle · 2001
Mitsubishi Outlander
The Outlander is a Mitsubishi sport utility vehicle included in CMC's Taiwanese portfolio since 2001. It gives the company a presence in the family SUV segment and has been part of its passenger-vehicle relationship with Mitsubishi. CMC's broader Mitsubishi range has generally been adapted or selected for local market requirements.
Light truck · 2022
CMC P350 Hybrid (Jianbing)
The P350 Hybrid, also referred to as Jianbing, is a CMC light-truck product introduced in 2022. With a stated 3.5-ton class, it extends CMC's traditional commercial-vehicle focus into a newer generation of light-duty work vehicles. The model is part of the company's effort to refresh its own-brand commercial range.
Sport utility vehicle · 2022
MG HS
The MG HS is a medium-sized SUV from SAIC Motor introduced by CMC in Taiwan in 2022. Its addition diversified CMC's brand portfolio beyond Mitsubishi and CMC products, giving the company access to a contemporary partner-brand SUV line and reinforcing its role as a local automotive manufacturer and distributor.
Electric scooter · 2021
eMOVING EZ1
The eMOVING EZ1 is a light electric scooter released in 2021. It was CMC's first electric scooter to use the Gogoro Network smart battery-swapping system, linking the company's electric two-wheeler activities with Taiwan's established battery-exchange infrastructure. The product extends CMC's mobility portfolio beyond four-wheeled vehicles.
Electric bicycle · 2013
eMoving Bobe
The Bobe was eMoving's first electric bicycle, introduced in 2013. It formed part of CMC's early expansion into electric two-wheelers and complemented the company's electric motorcycle activities. The model shows how CMC used its eMoving business to explore lower-emission urban mobility products alongside conventional vehicle manufacturing.
Marketing campaigns
- 201950th-anniversary corporate identity and vision
Taiwan
CMC marked its fiftieth anniversary by presenting a corporate vision and third-generation corporate identity, linking its manufacturing history with its future mobility and brand direction.
Outcome. The anniversary program refreshed the company's corporate presentation; a separately measured commercial outcome is not specified in the available source.
Brand decisions
2022
Add MG vehicles to the Taiwan portfolioStrategyBackground
CMC's established portfolio was centered on CMC-branded products and Mitsubishi vehicles, while the Taiwanese market was becoming more diversified.
Action taken
CMC introduced SAIC Motor's MG HS medium-sized SUV in Taiwan.
Aftermath
The company expanded its partner-brand offering and later added MG ZS, MG4 EV, and additional MG models.
2021
Adopt the Gogoro Network for the eMOVING EZ1Product launchBackground
CMC was expanding its eMoving electric two-wheeler business and needed a practical energy-refueling model for electric scooters.
Action taken
CMC launched the EZ1 as its first electric scooter compatible with the Gogoro Network smart battery-swapping system.
Aftermath
The decision aligned CMC's electric scooter business with Taiwan's established battery-swapping infrastructure.
2012
Export independently styled Lancer FortisStrategyBackground
CMC sought export opportunities while continuing to operate within its Mitsubishi relationship.
Action taken
After obtaining Mitsubishi's consent, CMC exported a Lancer Fortis with an independently designed appearance to Gulf Cooperation Council markets.
Aftermath
The program demonstrated CMC's ability to combine Mitsubishi-derived platforms with locally developed styling for export markets.
2007
Participate in the Fujian Daimler joint ventureM&ABackground
CMC had already pursued Chinese manufacturing through South East Motor Corporation and a DaimlerChrysler minivan agreement.
Action taken
CMC joined the Fujian Daimler joint venture.
Aftermath
The move expanded CMC's participation in Chinese commercial-vehicle manufacturing partnerships.
1995
Invest in South East Motor CorporationM&ABackground
CMC sought to expand its regional manufacturing and market presence beyond Taiwan.
Action taken
The company began investing in China's South East Motor Corporation.
Aftermath
The investment connected CMC with Chinese vehicle production and supported its broader regional expansion.
1970
Enter a technology-sharing relationship with Mitsubishi MotorsStrategyBackground
CMC was a newly established Taiwanese manufacturer seeking the technical foundation required for vehicle production.
Action taken
The company signed a technology-sharing contract with Mitsubishi Motors.
Aftermath
The relationship became the central technical and product foundation of CMC's subsequent passenger- and commercial-vehicle business.
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