Analysis of Advantages and Disadvantages of Chinese Automobile Exports (1) Analysis of Advantages of Chinese Automobile Exports 1. Cost Advantages of Chinese Automobile Exports Michael Porter from Harvard Business School in the United States pointed out in his book "Competitive Advantage" that "competitive advantage has two forms: cost leadership and differentiation.". In order for a company to win in the international arena, its competitive advantage lies in obtaining the best price with lower production costs or unique product features