China JV Opportunity

  • Large market – 1m taxis growing c20% with 20% replacement cycle.

  • Low cost – Geely average cost of vehicle production c£3k. Low end taxi retails at c£8k.

  • High output – 40,000 vehicles plant capacity on one shift with SOP mid 2008.

  • Low investment – leverage Geely’s existing plant and press capability.