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ByteDance denies car manufacturing plans, clarifies SaiDou not its auto brand

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What Happened

ByteDance refuted reports claiming it is entering car manufacturing or launching an automotive brand. The company said SaiDou is not its brand and it has no equity ties with it.
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Why It Matters

The denial shuts down speculation fueled by Doubao's automotive tech partnerships, which remain purely service-based.
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Who's Affected

ByteDance
SaiDou

Source basis

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