Auto firms battle for sales in Xinjiang

URUMQI - Both domestic and foreign auto brands are expanding their sales networks in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region to meet increasing demand locally and to make Urumqi, the region's capital, a key future market for auto companies.

On Aug 3, the first day of the Xinjiang International Auto Expo, more than 1,200 cars were either sold or ordered.

The organizers said the biggest difference at the expo this year compared with previous events is that many high-end brands have attended and have received good returns.