BAW — BAIC Group — Who's really behind Chinese cars

"BAW," spelled out.

up-and-coming brand

BAW belongs to Beijing Automobile Works, part of state-owned BAIC Group. In Chinese, Běiqì Zhìzào translates as "Beijing Manufacturing." It specializes in light commercial vehicles, off-roaders, minibuses, and pickups.

Distinguishing feature

The name spells out its industrial lineage — Beijing Automobile Works — a direct link to the capital's manufacturing history.