Changan engine in the Guinness Book of World Records: the story of an outstanding achievement
The Chinese automaker Changan is attracting more and more consumer attention not only due to the attractive design of its cars, but also due to the impressive reliability of the powertrains. Of particular note is the fact that the BlueCore 1.5T engine set a Guinness World Record, operating at maximum revs for almost 260 hours in a row. This achievement was a clear demonstration of the quality of the Chinese automaker's products and its technological potential.
History of Changan
From the origins to the present day
Changan was founded in 1862, making it one of China's oldest automakers with more than 160 years of history .The brand name in Chinese consists of two characters, each of which has a deep meaning: "chang" means "long-lasting" and "an" means "security" .These values are reflected in the company's philosophy and approach to vehicle development.
Scale of production
Today, Changan Automobile is one of the leading automobile concerns in China. The company was the first among Chinese automakers to surpass the mark of 20 million cars produced and currently produces more than 2 million cars annually .Changan employs about 90,000 people in 35 car and engine factories and covers 70 countries .
Quality and Reliability Strategy
Changan is renowned for its approach to product reliability. Before going on sale, each model undergoes more than 12 thousand tests in 16 areas .To conduct such large-scale tests, the company has more than 180 laboratories located around the world .This comprehensive quality control system is one of the reasons for the growing popularity of the brand in world markets, including the Russian one.
BlueCore Engine Record
World Achievement Details
Turbocharged BlueCore engine The 1.5T set a world record for 259 hours, 46 minutes and 45 seconds of non-stop operation at maximum revs (5500 rpm) .This achievement is comparable to the car's mileage of 52,000 kilometers .The record was officially recorded in 2020 and included in the Guinness Book of Records .
The uniqueness of the event was also that the entire process was documented during an 11-day online broadcast, which became the longest stream dedicated to the operation of the engine .Such a public demonstration allowed everyone to watch the setting of the record in real time and confirmed the transparency of the test.
Specifications of the record-breaking engine
The BlueCore 1.5T engine is Changan's own development and is an in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged unit with a volume of 1494 cm³ .The maximum power of the engine is 133 kW or 181 hp at 5500 rpm, and the maximum torque reaches 300 Nm in the range of 1500 to 4000 rpm .This powertrain is installed on a variety of Changan models, including the CS55 Plus and UNI-V .
History of development and improvement
The history of Changan engine production began in 1957 at the Jiangling Machinery Factory, which later became part of the company .Today's BlueCore engines are designed to meet stringent environmental and cost-effective requirements, and can run on AI-92 fuel with a high compression ratio .
The specialized Changan R&D center in Birmingham, UK, is engaged in the constant improvement of engines .In addition to bench tests, BlueCore engines undergo real endurance tests with a total mileage of 1.4 million kilometers, which ensures their high reliability in everyday operation.
Other achievements of Changan
A record in the field of unmanned technology
In March 2019, Changan set another Guinness World Record for autonomous driving. At the training ground in the city of Chongqin, a park of 55 unmanned cars of the Changan CS 55 model drove about 3 kilometers at a speed of 30 km/h .The event was the largest autopilot car parade in history, and Changan became the first car brand in the world to set such a record .
Sporting achievements
BlueCore engines perform well not only in durability tests, but also in sports competitions. The Changan EADOplus, equipped with a BlueCore engine, won a convincing victory in the legendary Macau Grand Prix of the CTCC (China Touring Car Championship) series, which confirms the high performance and reliability of the company's power units.
Popularity of Changan in the Russian market
Impressive sales growth
In recent years, Changan has shown a rapid increase in popularity in Russia. At the end of 2023, more than 1 million new cars were sold in the country, of which 61% were cars of Chinese brands .At the same time, Changan has become the fastest growing Chinese brand in Russia in terms of popularity .This trend continued in 2024, with Changan achieving an impressive 1023% increase in sales in the first quarter .
The most popular models with a record-breaking engine
Among the Changan models equipped with the record-breaking BlueCore 1.5T engine, the CS55 Plus crossover is especially popular among Russian consumers. In 2023, it became the brand's most popular crossover with 10,490 cars sold .In some regions of Russia, for example, in Kazan, Changan sales have increased almost 3 times over the past six months, which indicates the growing consumer confidence in the reliability and quality of cars of the Chinese manufacturer.
Conclusion
The record of the BlueCore 1.5T engine, recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, was not just a marketing ploy, but a clear demonstration of the technological progress of the Chinese automotive industry and the high quality of Changan products. This record, along with other achievements of the company and impressive sales growth, strengthens Changan's position in the global and Russian markets, confirming the brand's desire to live up to the meaning of its name - to provide long-term security to its customers.
