China JV Opportunity
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Large market – 1m taxis growing c20% with 20% replacement cycle.
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Low cost – Geely average cost of vehicle production c£3k. Low end taxi retails at c£8k.
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High output – 40,000 vehicles plant capacity on one shift with SOP mid 2008.
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Low investment – leverage Geely’s existing plant and press capability.