In the world of car manufacturers, originality has always been important.. Especially when talking about high-end brands, every decision is made with the aim of making each model stand out and separate from the rest, embodying the imprint of the parent company, but also demonstrating the ability to innovate in a market where innovation is part of the rules of the game. From the exterior and interior design to the engine and all the parts that achieve the desired performance, the entire process of creating a car is driven by the need to show its own identity.
However, just because there are rules does not necessarily mean that all players respect them. In a world where globalization has become part of the new norm, where distances are becoming increasingly shorter and the ideas of others are more accessible, Inspiration from someone else is inevitable.
It is not surprising, then, to see that the trends, styles, mechanics, and materials used in automobile design and assembly are replicated among automobile companies. What is surprising, because it is overly obvious, is the virtual mirror of the models, which is the area in which it exists Chinese companies They take all the prizes.
The development and prosperity of the Asian giant automobile market in recent years is a phenomenon that the industry is already aware of. at the moment, China competes with brands such as Tesla in the electricity sector, due to its wide repertoire and low costs; At the same time, They seem to be slowly working on reversing the “poor quality” impression their products tend to be associated with.
However, every development presents a dark side, and in China’s case, this is the world of car clones. Far from being secretive or Machiavellian, they are versions that often have journalists from international motor shows as witnesses. It’s common Seeing members of the Chinese automobile industry wearing suits and holding a small meter in their hand for millimeter measurements of newly introduced European, Japanese or American models.
The results of these “feedbacks” provided by members of Chinese automakers can only be seen after the presentation of their new models. Copying leads to European and American car manufacturers are suing their imitators in court, and even managing to drive the copy off the market. A concrete example of this is what happened with Land Rover, which won a ruling against Landwind in China over the X7, which copied the Range Rover Evoque.
Eyeways U6 – Lamborghini Urus
Aways It is one of the modern brands in the Chinese automobile market. It specializes in producing electric SUVs and has been marketing some of its models in Europe as well as in China for months. Its U6 is almost a hackneyed version of the Lamborghini Urus. In fact, the “Chinese Aurus” reference is used in industry.
Geely GE – Rolls Royce Phantom
This case is perhaps even more scandalous because it is one of the Chinese brands with the longest history in the global market. Geely was founded in 1997 and owns prestigious European brands such as Volvo and Lotus. In addition, today it plays an interesting role in offering affordable electric cars. However, in 2009 he chose shortcuts and introduced his Geely GE, which is aesthetically pleasing It’s a plagiarism of the Rolls Royce Phantom.
Landwind X7 – Range Rover Evoque
From the car’s lines to the wheels, roof and pillars, everything resembles the Range Rover Evoque version. The request submitted by the British company led to the ruling that the Landwind X7 has disappeared.
BAIC BJ40 – Jeep Wrangler
The Jeep brand has a fan following anywhere in the world, and the young Chinese automakers know it. he BAIC PJ40 It’s almost a carbon copy jeep wrangler, With details on its grille referring to the Cherokee, another emblematic SUV of the American brand. Interesting details about the recreation of this truck: Its engine is a tough 2.3-liter 231-horsepower engine.
Paige BJ20 – Toyota FJ Cruiser
Powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 136 hp, this BAIJ SUV is clearly a copy of the Toyota FJ Cruiser.
BYD Yuan – Ford EcoSport
he P.Y.D. Yuan It is a hybrid SUV that was first introduced in 2015. It became popular mainly for being a successful imitation of the beloved Ford EcoSport.
Zoete SR9 – Porsche Macan
The Zoyte SR9 is undoubtedly one of the most impressive Chinese fakes. Except for some details such as the headlights, lower part of the fenders and the price, this car is an exact copy of Porsche Macan. It is sold in China for less than the price of a 0km Volkswagen Golf.