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180 Countries
6M+ Trucks

FAW TRUCKS History

FAW is the world's best-selling heavy truck brand! Founded in 1956 as China's first step in automobile manufacturing, FAW has built 8 factories, established 57 global partnerships, and sells products in over 80 countries. In 2019, FAW produced 3.5 million vehicles, earning $88.6 billion in revenue and $6.3 billion in profit, ranking 87th globally. Brand value exceeded $10.8 billion! Awarded as the world's best commercial vehicle brand in 2001, FAW ranked first in heavy truck sales in China and worldwide from 2017-2019. Today, FAW stands as China's first and the world's leading automobile company!

July 15, 1953
A major milestone in FAW history — the cornerstone of the first automobile factory was laid. This event marked the beginning of a new era.
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July 13, 1956
The first model of the four-ton FAW CA10 commercial truck rolled off the assembly line.
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May 12, 1958
FAW produced its first passenger car model, which became the predecessor of the legendary Hongqi.
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August 1, 1958
The first luxury sedan "Hongqi" was introduced.
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February 21, 1972
During US President Richard Nixon's historic visit to China, the Hongqi presidential limousine was chosen for his travels.
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July 15, 1986
Production of second-generation commercial trucks with standard cabin began.
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May 17, 1988
FAW Group and Volkswagen AG signed an agreement on importing and joint assembly of AUDI 100 sedans.
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February 8, 1991
FAW-Volkswagen Automobile Co. Ltd. was established.
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July 15, 1996
FAW introduced its new medium-duty commercial trucks.
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March 9, 2002
FAW Group and Mazda Motor Corporation signed a technical cooperation agreement for producing the Mazda 6 sedan.
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August 29, 2002
FAW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation signed an agreement on strategic long-term cooperation.
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January 18, 2003
FAW Wuxi Engine division introduced the 4-valve CA6DL series engine with electronic control for heavy trucks.
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January 18, 2003
FAW Group's truck manufacturing division was reorganized as FAW Jiefang Truck Co. Ltd.
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April 9, 2003
FAW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation signed an agreement for joint production of four Toyota models in China — Corolla, Crown, Land Cruiser Prado and hybrid Prius.
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December 7, 2004
German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder attended the grand opening of FAW-Volkswagen's second plant worth $1.1 billion.
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July 15, 2004
FAW introduced its new advanced J5P heavy truck series.
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January 15, 2005
The first FAW J5M heavy truck rolled off the assembly line at the Changchun plant.
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May 26, 2005
Construction of a new plant Volkswagen FAW Engine (Dalian) Co. Ltd. began. Project value — $194 million.
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October 16, 2006
Dalian Diesel Engine began producing Deutz Euro 3 diesel engines with power from 160 to 300 hp.
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August 18, 2006
FAW Group introduced its new luxury sedan Besturn.
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December 15, 2006
FAW Wuxi Diesel Engine division introduced the powerful 4-valve CA6DN series engine.
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July 15, 2007
FAW began production of the new advanced European-class J6P heavy truck for long-distance transportation.
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July 12, 2007
This was the first heavy truck completely designed in China.
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April 22, 2008
FAW introduced its economical 11-liter CA6DM series engine for commercial trucks.
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January 14, 2011
FAW Group was awarded the state technical progress prize for developing the J6 series and new diesel engine family.
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March 21, 2016
The first annual international dealer conference was held in Qingdao, China. Over 70 dealers and representatives from 30 countries attended.
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December 16, 2017
In November 2017, FAW Group exceeded annual planned targets and set new records.
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2018
Heavy equipment ranked first in single-brand sales volume domestically and worldwide.
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2018
The 7 millionth truck rolled off the assembly line.
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2018
Revenue increased by 26.4% compared to the previous period.
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2019
1 million vehicles of the FAW J6 series were sold.
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2019
3.46 million vehicles sold, revenue reached 600 billion RMB.
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2020
Reorganization and stock exchange listing.
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2020
Ranked 9th among China's most important companies.
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2020
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited FAW Corporation.
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2021
FAW TRUCKS high-tech plant launched: area 55,000 sq.m, annual capacity 50,000 vehicles.
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2021
Ranked 66th in Fortune Global 500, total revenue $101 billion.
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2022
Ranked 79th in Fortune Global 500, revenue $109.4 billion.
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2022
FAW Trucks tractors have been sales leaders in China for 17 consecutive years.
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2023
FAW Group's commercial vehicle division was selected as a world-class specialized demonstration enterprise.
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2023
FAW Jiefang brand value reached 107.8 billion yuan — first place in China's commercial vehicle market for 11 consecutive years.
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Customer Reviews

Vum Faw

We are not just car manufacturers — we are your reliable partners. Don't just take our word for it — see what FAW customers say about working with us.

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Karimjonov Avazjon

Entrepreneur

At first I was a bit hesitant about a Chinese truck, but I decided to buy it. The truck turned out even better than expected — very maneuverable, sturdy and comfortable to drive. The frame is designed for heavy loads, which completely reassured me. Very happy with my choice!

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Karimjonov Avazjon

Truck Driver

I, Karimjonov Avazjon, have been working as a driver at Sofia company for four years and currently drive a Faw Tiger V refrigerator truck. I purchased this vehicle a year ago at Sofia.

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Karimjonov Avazjon

Sofia Driver

I, Karimjonov Avazjon, have been working as a driver at Sofia company for four years and currently drive a Faw Tiger V refrigerator truck. I purchased this vehicle a year ago at Sofia.

VUM History

VUM automobile plant is a modern manufacturing enterprise specializing in producing high-quality trucks under the FAW brand in Uzbekistan. VUM plant is located in Andijan city. The total area of the plant is 14,750 m², equipped with modern technological equipment and has a production capacity of 3,000 trucks per year. The initially produced model is the FAW Tiger V series.

VUM Company

VUM company was founded in 2018, and in 2022 an official dealership agreement was signed with China FAW Group Co., Ltd.

In Andijan City

In Andijan city, VUM built the FAW plant where production of N2 category trucks was launched.

By the End of 2024

By the end of 2024, about 1,000 units of FAW Trucks equipment were sold.