dels with Yandex Auto will go on sale in the third quarter of 2025. At the first stage of cooperation, the Yandex Auto platform will appear in updated versions of GAC models that are popular with Russian buyers. The first in the GAC model range will be the updated all-wheel drive flagship crossover GS8.  Yandex is adapting its platform for GAC models, which will allow its services to be controlled using the car's multimedia screen.  Based on GA...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

fication and smart mobility. The approach includes two key pillars: EV + ICV, fully electric vehicles with intelligent technologies, and XEV + ICV, hybrid and extended-range vehicles integrated with artificial intelligence. The two new models are to be introduced in Mexico in April 2025. One is the GS8 HEV, a hybrid SUV featuring Toyota’s Hybrid System, combining a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with an electric motor. Built on the GPMA platform...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/28

GAC International expands presence in Libya and South Africa On December 7, GAC International celebrated its first showroom in Libya, marking the debut of three models, the EMZOOM, EMKOO, and the second-generation all-new GS8. Additionally, GAC also opened its flagship dealership in Bryanston, South Africa. The dealership is managed by Salvador Caetano South Africa, the authorized distributor of GAC in the country, offering a comprehensive range ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/09

270 Nm of torque, along with an impressive fuel economy of 7.22L/100km. The engine is paired with a 7-speed Wet Dual Clutch transmission. At the VMS 2024, GAC Motor Vietnam presented the message of “Where Craft Meets Technology”. Its 2 flagship models, the all-new M8 luxury MPV and the all-new GS8 premium SUV, were also showcased. (From GAC Motor Vietnam press release dated October 24, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/25

gfeng Nissan (745) ranks third. Chery ranks highest among Chinese domestic brands with a score of 742. Geely (741) ranks second and Roewe (739) ranks third. The segment-level APEAL awards by brand are given to a total of 20 models in 18 market segments, including the Chery Tiggo 8, the GAC Trumpchi GS8, and the Honda XR-V. Following are key findings of the 2024 study: the gap between premium and mass market brands has widened; female owners have ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/27

GAC Motor officially enters Vietnam; M8 MPV and GS8 full-size SUV launched On August 20, 2024, GAC Motor’s launching ceremony in Vietnam was held in Hanoi with the previewing of the all-new M8 and the all-new GS8. Both models demonstrate luxury and sophistication in design, while featuring advanced technology, providing a safe driving experience and comfort. The GAC M8 MPV is offered in 3 variants: 2.0T GL Master, 2.0T GT Master, and 2.0T GX Ma...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/23

GAC arrives to Costa Rica On April 10, GAC arrived in Costa Rica, announcing an event to launch its brand in the Central American country. At this event, the brand presented its most recent models, such as the EMZOOM, EMKOO, all-new GS8 and the GS4. During Expomovil 2024, an event where up to 30% of vehicles are sold annually in the country, GAC increased its model portfolio by adding the GS3 and M6 Pro. These models are now available to customer...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/03

GAC opens first agency in Mexico On January 4, GAC opened its first showroom in Mexico through collaboration with the DC group, in Cancún, Quintana Roo. The brand arrived in Mexico on November 16 with two gasoline SUVs: GS8 and EMZOOM. Both models can be found in the automaker's new store. “This opening will allow us to provide Mexican customers with the best service and purchase satisfaction and demonstrate our ability to satisfy the needs of...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/09

GAC motor presented 2 new models for Mexican market and announced 3 models for 2024 On November 21, GAC Motor officially launched in Mexico. During the presentation two models of the brand debuted on the market: the all new GS8 and Emzoom. The Emzoom is an SUV that will reach in four versions, all with 1.5L turbo engine, 174 hp and 199 lb.-ft of torque. The GS8 is the biggest SUV of the brand. It has a 2L turbo engine with 248 hp and 295 lb.-ft o...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/24

GAC Motors and Santander Bank sign alliance for car sales in Mexico On November 8, Santander Mexico announced a strategic alliance with the Chinese company GAC Motor to begin selling vehicles in the country by mid-November. The automaker recently held a presentation with investors and distributors, showcasing its two models intended for competition in the market: the GS8 midsize SUV and the GS3 compact crossover. As part of this alliance, Banco S...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/11

All-new GAC GS3 compact crossover to be launched in Philippines on June 30 Reported on June 13, 2023, Astara, the exclusive distributor of GAC Motor in the Philippines, has confirmed the local launch of the all-new GS3 compact crossover on June 30, following the recently introduced GS8, EMPOW, and EMKOO.The all-new GS3 features a 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine (175 hp), mated to a 7-speed transmission.(From an article of CarGuide.PH o...

News  Updated at: 2023/06/15

Motor in the Southeast Asian region, has become the latest market to welcome the launch of the Emkoo, the brand’s newest SUV, and Empow during the opening day of the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2023. The other 3 models displayed at the show were the GS4 compact SUV, the GN6 MPV, and the GS8 SUV. The Emkoo is an ultra-modern 5-seater compact SUV with a borderless front face and a V-shape grille. Its overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,680x ...

News  Updated at: 2023/05/11

the GAC Trumpchi in-house developed GMC400 hybrid-dedicated transmission and the GAC Magazine Battery, with a combined range of over 1,000km. Additionally, GAC Trumpchi will make all-out efforts in the PHEV field. In addition to the Trumpchi E9, significant PHEV products such as the 2nd-generation GS8 and a new midsize MPV will be successively launched later. The company also unveiled the new i-GPMA architecture platform, which will be compatibl...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/21

he event, GAC Trumpchi will unveil and simultaneously start accepting pre-orders for the new Trumpchi E9 MPV. The vehicle is equipped with a 2.0TM hybrid-dedicated engine, P1 and P3 dual motors, and core technologies such as GAC’s magazine battery. In addition, a new version of the 2nd-generation GS8 will be debuted at the event.  From a GAC Trumpchi official WeChat account press release and a GAC Trumpchi official website press release...

News  Updated at: 2023/04/18

All-new 2nd generation GAC GS8 SUV officially launched in Philippines On January 18, 2023, GAC Motor Philippines officially launched the 2nd-generation of the GS8. This all-new full-sized 7-seater SUV, which boasts its bold, futuristic design, enhanced power, and smart technology, came with a special introductory price of PHP 2.298 million until March 31. The all-new GS8 is powered by a turbocharged direct-injected 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine th...

News  Updated at: 2023/01/23

Astara becomes new distributor of GAC Motor in Philippines, to launch Empow and all-new GS8 in January 2023 Reported on December 1, 2022, Astara Philippines has officially been appointed as a new local distributor of GAC Motor, strengthening its portfolio after announcing the distributorship of Peugeot in January 2022.GAC Motor believed that the full cooperation of GAC and Astara will support GAC Motor’s market share in the Philippines to incre...

News  Updated at: 2022/12/02

Marelli enhances cooperation with GAC Trumpchi and GAC Aion on development of cockpit domain controller Marelli Corporation (Marelli) announced that its cooperation with GAC Trumpchi and GAC Aion on the development of cockpit domain controllers has been extended to GAC Trumpchi GS8, GAC Aeon V MY21, GAC Trumpchi Empow, and GAC Aion LX Plus. The Marelli cockpit domain controller for GAC vehicles is equipped with the latest audio and connectivity t...

News  Updated at: 2022/03/16

Advics to supply regenerative coordinated brake and electric parking brake system for GAC GS8 Hybrid Advics Co., Ltd. (Advics) announced that its regenerative coordinated braking system and electric parking brake (EPB) have been selected for the GAC Group's GS8 Hybrid. This is the first time for Advics products to be supplied to a GAC Group model, and the adoption was based on the company's market experience and performance in electrification pro...

News  Updated at: 2022/01/31

the end of November, GAC Trumpchi had exported a total of 17,000 units, an increase of 60.2% y/y, fully meeting the business plan target. In terms of new product launches, GAC Trumpchi launched several new or face-lifted models in 2021, such as the Empow, the GS4 PLUS, as well as the 2nd-generation GS8 and M6 Pro.In terms of joint-venture brands, GAC Honda’s cumulative production and sales from January to November were 693,000 units and 702,000...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/28

GAC Trumpchi launches 2nd-generation GS8 mid-sized SUV On December 12, the Trumpchi brand of Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group) launched its second-generation GS8 mid-sized SUV. The vehicle is available in 6 versions including gasoline versions and hybrid versions. Its retail prices range from CNY 186,800 to CNY 246,800.The vehicle was developed based on the GPMA-L (GPMA: Global Platform Modular Architecture) platform. There are two...

News  Updated at: 2021/12/15