China Motor Corporation (CMC; ) is an automobile manufacturer based in Taipei, Taiwan.
History
It was founded in June 1969, and signed a technology sharing contract with Mitsubishi Motors the following year. On 12 December 1973 they opened their first manufacturing facility, in Yangmei. Initially vehicle production was at a rate of 300 vehicles per month, but thanks to rapid growth, and the development of an advanced painting facility, the factory produced its 100,000th vehicle in 1983.
Originally they only produced commercial vehicles, but have since expanded operations, producing more than 100,000 vehicles per year. Currently they operate three manufacturing plants, two in Yangmei and one in Hsinchu. All of CMC's models are of Mitsubishi origins, adjusted to appeal to the Taiwanese market.
Since 1995, CMC has invested in China's South East Motor Corporation. In 2005, the company was given approval from the Chinese government, and signed an agreement with DaimlerChrysler to produce minivans for the Chinese market. Since June 2007, CMC has participated in the Fujian Daimler joint venture.
In June 2010, CMC's Electric Motorcycle "e-moving electric two-wheeled vehicle" was launched.
In September 2012, CMC obtained the consent of Mitsubishi Motors, Officially exported Lancer Fortis with independently designed appearance to the Middle East Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
On 30 October 2013, CMC independently developed "Xinda".
In 2013, eMoving launched the first electric bicycle Bobe.
In September 2015, CMC independently remodeled and launched the Zinger multi-functional commercial vehicle. In addition to the self-developed appearance of the car body, the engine and gearbox were also upgraded.
On 6 April 2017, CMC once again independently launched a major facelift of its new-generation mid-sized RV Grand Lancer.
In July 2017, the electric bicycle "EM 25 Shine" was announced.
In May 2019, the company released its corporate vision and new third-generation corporate identity to celebrate the company's 50th anniversary.
In August 2021, the light electric scooter eMOVING-EZ1 was released, which is the company's first electric scooter to adopt the Gogoro Network smart battery swap system.
In July 2022, the MG brand medium-sized SUV MG HS from China's SAIC Motor was introduced, the 3.5-ton small truck "Jianbing" was released in October of the same year.
Products
Current
CMC brand vehicles
- CMC D260/D270 (2020–present, export only)
- CMC Veryca (中華菱利, 2000–present)
- CMC Zinger (中華雙贏, 2005–present)
- CMC P350 Hybrid (中華堅兵, 2022–present)
- CMC J Space (2024–present)
- CMC ET35 (2025–present)
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File:CMC Veryca A180 004.jpg|CMC Veryca
File:CMC Zinger II 001.jpg|CMC Zinger
File:CMC Zinger BQP-8072 left side 20221112.jpg|CMC Zinger Pick up
File:CMC P350 Hybrid 005.jpg|CMC P350 Hybrid
File:CMC J Space 006.jpg|CMC J Space
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Mitsubishi brand vehicles
- Mitsubishi Colt Plus (2007–present)
- Mitsubishi Delica (中華得利卡, 1973–present)
- Mitsubishi Outlander (2001–present)
- Mitsubishi Xforce (2025–present)
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File:CMC Mitsubishi Colt Plus 2017.jpg|Mitsubishi Colt Plus
File:Mitsubishi Delica facelift by CMC 002.jpg|Mitsubishi Delica
File:2018 Mitsubishi Outlander (ZL) ES 4WD wagon (2018-08-20) 01.jpg|Mitsubishi Outlander
File:Mitsubishi Xforce 001.jpg|Mitsubishi Xforce
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MG brand vehicles
- MG HS (2022–present)
- MG ZS (2023–present)
- MG4 EV (2024–present)
- MG G50 Plus (2025–present)
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File:MG HS PHEV 001 (cropped).jpg|MG HS
File:MG ZS Facelift 1X7A6412.jpg|MG ZS
File:MG4 EV DSC 7237.jpg|MG4 EV
File:2025 MG G50 Plus 1.5 LUX in Meteorite Black, 06-29-2024.jpg|MG G50 Plus
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Former
CMC brand vehicles
- CMC Minicab (1978–1985)
- CMC Towny (中華多利, 1985–1992)
- CMC Varica (1985–2000)
- CMC Leadca (中華新達, 2013–2020)
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File:CMC Delica 2.0GL left front on Shijian Road 20120421.jpg|CMC Delica 2.0GL van
File:CMC Leadca RBB-7165 20160430b.jpg|CMC Leadca
File:CMC Minicab truck on Shijian Road 20101211.jpg|CMC Minicab truck in 1980s
File:Minica-Towny800.jpg|CMC Towny
File:CMC Varica 1200 van right-front.jpg|CMC Varica 1200 van
File:CMC Veryca 1.3L truck left-front.jpg|CMC Veryca 1.3L truck (1st ver.)
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Chrysler brand vehicles
- Chrysler Town & Country (2005–2007)
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File:05-07 Chrysler Town and Country LX 1.jpg|Chrysler Town and Country
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Mitsubishi brand vehicles
- Mitsubishi ASX (2011–2014) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2018–2026) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV (2023–2025) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Freeca (1998–2008)
- Mitsubishi Galant (1997–2004)
- Mitsubishi Grunder (2004–2012)
- Mitsubishi Lancer (1991–2024)
- Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback (2011–2017) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (2014–2025) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Pajero (2007–2020) (Import)
- Mitsubishi Savrin (2001–2014)
- Mitsubishi Space Gear (1997–2007)
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File:2012 Mitsubishi ASX 4 DI-D 4X4 1.8.jpg|Mitsubishi ASX
File:2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SEL Touring, front left, 03-15-2024.jpg|Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
File:Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV P.jpg|Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV
File:2005 CMC-Mitsubishi Freeca (second facelift).jpg|Mitsubishi Freeca
File:Mitsubishi Lancer 2017 Taiwan 001.jpg|Mitsubishi Grand Lancer
File:Mitsubishi Galant Grunder facelift.jpg|Mitsubishi Grunder
File:Jagvars Galant.JPG|Mitsubishi Galant
File:Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback 1.6 ClearTec Invite (VIII) – Frontansicht, 23. September 2012, Hilden.jpg|Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback
File:2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV in Sterling Silver Metallic, front right.jpg|Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
File:Mitsubishi Shogun SUV 4x4 In The Snow (cropped).jpg|Mitsubishi Pajero
File:Mitsubishi Savrin second generation facelift 001.jpg|Mitsubishi Savrin
File:2005 CMC-Mitsubishi Space Gear 2400 (facelift, front).jpg|Mitsubishi Space Gear
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See also
- List of companies of Taiwan
- List of Taiwanese automakers
References
External links
- Mitsubishi Motors Taiwan