“National Responsibility” and “King of Fuel Efficiency”—these titles are not only honors but also recognition from the market. On November 26, the “China on Wheels” event, hosted by China Automotive News, was held in Beijing. Dongfeng Liuqi was awarded the “National Responsibility” title, while its vehicle, the Chenglong H5V cargo truck, won the “King of Fuel Efficiency” title.
70 Years of Unwavering Struggle
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Dongfeng Liuqi, a milestone in its history. Over these 70 years, Dongfeng Liuqi has weathered challenges, growing from its humble beginnings to becoming a backbone of China’s automotive industry. The company has not only witnessed the development of China’s automotive industry but has also, through its excellence and innovative spirit, grown alongside the country.
Seventy years ago, amidst the wave of national industrialization, Dongfeng Liuqi was born as one of China’s first industrial enterprises. Over these 70 years, the company has always upheld the spirit of “self-reliance, innovation, unity, and dedication to the country and the people,” bravely innovating and breaking through, achieving diversification from a single product to a wide range of commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, and new energy vehicles. It has won broad market recognition and user trust, driving continuous leapfrog development.
“In the past 70 years, Dongfeng Liuqi has produced and sold 3.5 million vehicles, with a total revenue exceeding 350 billion yuan, total tax and profit of over 18 billion yuan, and total assets exceeding 25 billion yuan.” This is the achievement Dongfeng Liuqi has delivered.
In recent years, Dongfeng Liuqi has not only continued to focus on the commercial vehicle sector, launching a series of products covering heavy, medium, and light-duty platforms, but has also actively expanded into the fields of new energy and digitalization, accelerating its green transformation. In particular, the launch of the “Photosynthetic Future” new energy strategy in 2022 highlighted Dongfeng Liuqi’s firm commitment to promoting green and sustainable development. In 2023, with the full implementation of the “Dragon Action Plan,” Dongfeng Liuqi entered the fast lane for electrification, intelligence, and connectivity.
In 2024, Dongfeng Liuqi Chenglong will focus on user scenarios, building a full matrix of new energy commercial vehicle products centered on long-range, safety, and lightweight features. This product range includes pure electric, hybrid, hydrogen fuel, and clean energy commercial vehicles, becoming the first choice in the resource transport sector due to its super lightweight and energy-saving capabilities. Notably, the Chenglong hydrogen-powered heavy truck ranks among the top three in the industry in terms of cumulative deliveries. In terms of intelligent transformation, Dongfeng Liuqi Chenglong, through group collaboration, has produced and delivered 500 units of its first L2+ intelligent driving heavy truck, with a market share ranking second.
Looking to the future, Dongfeng Liuqi will seize the historical opportunity of new energy development and the rise of domestic automobile brands. It will adhere to the strategic guidance of Dongfeng Group’s “Three Leaps and One New” plan, and steadfastly implement comprehensive “electrification, intelligence, and internationalization” transitions, aiming to achieve the “1050” development goal by 2030 (i.e., sales of 100,000 commercial vehicles and 500,000 passenger vehicles) and strive to reach this target.
Comprehensive Fuel Consumption as Low as 17 Liters
Dongfeng Liuqi’s 70-year development history is not only a testimony to the relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation in China’s automotive industry but also a vivid depiction of its relentless efforts and bold exploration. Dongfeng Liuqi has kept pace with the times, continuously adapting to and leading the development trends of the automotive market. The company has focused on introducing and assimilating advanced international technologies, strengthening its independent R&D capabilities, and launched a series of competitive vehicle products, with the Chenglong H5V cargo truck being one of the representative models.
The Chenglong H5V is a product of Dongfeng Liuqi’s deep focus on market development, precisely matching user needs, and was specially designed for green transportation and regional logistics. As the new generation of Dongfeng Liuqi’s Chenglong semi-heavy truck platform, the H5V integrates advantages such as “amazing looks, exceptional comfort, intelligent superiority, and ultra-lightweight,” covering categories such as tractor units, cargo trucks, engineering vehicles, and special vehicles. It offers power solutions that cover traditional energy, pure electric, hybrid, and fuel cell technologies, meeting the transportation needs of different scenarios. The product’s excellent performance has made it a strong leader in the high-end semi-heavy truck market.
For the new generation of young drivers and high-end users who seek high economic efficiency and comfort in single-axle models, Dongfeng Liuqi has introduced the “New Generation Smart Truck” Chenglong H5V Chuangfu Edition Single-Axle, with five core values: “great looks, excellent comfort, advanced technology, powerful performance, and low fuel consumption.” This model not only creates more wealth for users but also brings an unprecedented truck driving experience.
The Chenglong H5V Chuangfu Edition Single-Axle has the largest driver and passenger space in its class. The interior features soft-wrapped chrome designs and a car-like layout, with a large bunk and flat floor, offering a home-like warmth during long-distance driving. The truck is equipped with high-end aviation seats and a full suite of intelligent technological devices, empowering the vehicle with cutting-edge technology to provide drivers with a more convenient and intelligent driving experience.
In terms of power, the Chenglong H5V Chuangfu Edition Single-Axle is equipped with the “Dragon Core Powertrain,” offering two high-efficiency engine options—6.5L 290 horsepower or 6.7L 320 horsepower Chenglong custom editions—matched with a manual (optional AMT) high-torque gearbox, delivering stronger power to fully meet the time-sensitive requirements of express and high-end cold chain transportation.
Notably, in terms of weight and fuel efficiency, the vehicle adopts aerospace-grade materials and an integrated lightweight design for the chassis and axles. The chassis weight is just 5.4 tons, 500 kg lighter than comparable models. The Dragon Xie fuel-saving system, combined with lightweight design, low wind resistance, and optimized powertrain, achieves extraordinary fuel efficiency for single-axle trucks, with a combined fuel consumption as low as 17 liters. With an annual operation of 200,000 km, it can save 30,000 yuan in fuel costs every year.
For example, a Chenglong H5V Chuangfu Edition Single-Axle owner from Hebei, who mainly operates on the Hebei-Chongqing express delivery route, carrying 7-9 tons of goods per trip, with half the route on flat roads and half in mountainous areas, has an average fuel consumption of 16.5L per 100 km, with a minimum of 15.8L. This highlights the excellent fuel-saving capabilities of the Chenglong H5V Chuangfu Edition Single-Axle.
Seventy years of hard work, Dongfeng Liuqi has written an epic of relentless struggle and resilience, creating a series of iconic models. Looking ahead, Dongfeng Liuqi will continue to forge ahead, striving unceasingly to bring new products and experiences to more truck drivers, contributing to the efficient development of the modern logistics industry.
