Chengli Automobile Group
| Formerly | Hubei Chengli Special Automobile Co., Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automobile Industry |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Headquarters | Suizhou, Hubei , China |
| Subsidiaries | Chengli Special Automobile |
| Website | https://clwgroup.co/ |
Chengli Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (Chinese: 程力汽车集团股份有限公司) is a privately owned Chinese manufacturer of special-purpose vehicles, based in Suizhou, Hubei Province. The company produces a wide range of commercial and municipal vehicles used in sanitation, logistics, emergency response, and construction.
History
Chengli was founded in 2004 under the name Hubei Chengli Special Automobile Co., Ltd. In 2016, the company restructured to form Chengli Automobile Group, incorporating multiple subsidiaries across the vehicle manufacturing and industrial services sectors. Over time, the group has expanded both its domestic production capacity and international market footprint.[1]
By the mid-2020s, Chengli had developed into a group of more than 160 affiliated enterprises operating in manufacturing, emergency equipment, vocational education, and logistics services. The group employs around 13,000 people and operates multiple industrial parks in Suizhou and neighboring cities.[2]
Products and operations
Chengli manufactures more than 800 types of special-purpose vehicles, including sanitation vehicles, fire trucks, tankers, insulated vans, aerial platforms, and electric or hybrid-powered utility vehicles.[3]
The group integrates chassis manufacturing, vehicle modification, and component production through its subsidiaries. It also conducts training programs related to the servicing of new energy and electric sanitation vehicles.
International activities
Chengli has expanded its export operations to over 122 countries, including Africa, Southeast Asia, South America, and the Middle East. The company provides localized design adaptations and after-sales support services in international markets.[3][2]
In 2025, Chengli participated in the Special Purpose Vehicle Industry Expo, where it showcased a new line of electric sanitation and hybrid vehicles. Business delegations from several regions attended the event to explore procurement and cooperation opportunities.[4]
Recognition
Chengli has been referred to as Suizhou's largest private enterprise, citing its CN¥332.1085 billion in revenue and its inclusion in the 2023 China Manufacturing Private Enterprises Top 500, where it ranked No. 249 and was the only Suizhou-based company to be listed.[1]
References
- 1 2 "探秘湖北"随州第一大民企"背后：年入332亿，老板25岁创办公司". www.sohu.com (in Chinese). 2023-10-19. Retrieved 2025-08-25.
- 1 2 "Chengli Had Seen Its Export Grow by 137% in Q1 2024". m.chinatrucks.org. Retrieved 2025-08-25.
- 1 2 "China's Chengli Automobile Group Expands Global Reach in Special Purpose Vehicle Manufacturing" (Press release). Chengli Special Automobile Co Ltd. 2025-06-26. Retrieved 2025-08-25 – via EIN Presswire.
- ↑ Lida (2025-05-27). "CLW Group Leads the Way at 2025 Special Purpose Vehicle Expo". Chengli Special Automobile Co., Ltd. Retrieved 2025-08-25.