Established carmakers, fresh startups now working together

Old and new players join ranks to take the field in the largest autos market

China's carmaking industry, since the first-ever truck rolled off the production line in 1956, has never been so full of vitality - and uncertainty.

In less than a year, the authorities have given the nod to 14 companies to build electric car-building plants, and more are waiting for approval or preparing their applications.