Haima history under Independent. Origin: China. Status: Active. Haima Automobile, founded in 1988 as a joint venture with Mazda, transitioned into an independent Chinese automaker that now focuses on NEVs and hydrogen fuel cell technology.
Hainan Motor Cycle Manufacturing was established in Haikou, laying the groundwork for what would soon become a joint venture with Mazda to produce vehicles in China. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
The company formed a joint venture with Mazda, officially adopting the Haima name (Hainan Mazda), and began assembling Mazda models like the 323 for the domestic market. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
Following FAW Group's acquisition of the Hainan parent company and Mazda's shift to partner with Changan, Haima rebranded itself as an independent automaker developing its own platforms. #China #FAWGroup Source — Wikipedia:
Haima launched the Haima 3, an independent compact sedan developed without direct Mazda platform sharing, marking a major step in the brand's self-reliance strategy. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
At the Shanghai Auto Show, Haima introduced the Love EV, an electric variant of the popular Haima 2, marking the brand's initial foray into battery electric vehicles. #China #Independent #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Haima launched the @3 (A3), an electric compact crossover, as part of a new sub-brand strategy aimed at young consumers and expanding its NEV portfolio. #China #Independent #DualMotor Source — Wikipedia:
Haima signed a manufacturing agreement with Xpeng Motors to produce the Xiaopeng G3 electric SUV at Haima's Zhengzhou factory, leveraging Haima's production capacity. #China #Independent #800VArchitecture Source — Wikipedia:
The first Xpeng G3 electric SUV officially rolled off Haima's assembly line in Zhengzhou, solidifying Haima's role as a contract manufacturer for emerging NEV startups. #China #Independent #DualMotor Source — Wikipedia:
Facing severe financial losses and the impending end of the Xpeng manufacturing contract, Haima announced a major asset restructuring and cost-cutting initiative to survive. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
Haima introduced the 8S turbocharged SUV and the 7X MPV, attempting to revitalize its traditional passenger vehicle lineup while pivoting resources toward electrification. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
Haima announced a strategic shift to develop hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, beginning trials of a fuel cell version of the 7X MPV in collaboration with international partners. #China #Independent #HydrogenFuelCell Source — Wikipedia:
Xpeng officially acquired its own factory in Zhaoqing, signaling the end of the contract manufacturing agreement with Haima and forcing Haima to rely on its own brands. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
Haima launched the 7X-H, a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle pilot project, aiming to commercialize FCEVs for family use and public transportation in Hainan's Free Trade Port. #China #Independent #HydrogenFuelCell Source — Wikipedia:
Haima introduced the INJOO L, a new pure electric vehicle under a revitalized sub-brand, targeting the budget-friendly compact EV market segment in China. #China #Independent #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Haima expanded its international footprint by exporting internal combustion and new energy vehicles to Middle Eastern countries, seeking new revenue streams abroad. #China #Independent Source — Wikipedia:
Haima announced plans to integrate semi-solid-state batteries into its upcoming INJOO EV lineup, aiming to increase range and safety while maintaining cost competitiveness. #China #Independent #SolidStateBattery Source — Wikipedia: