iesel and hybrid models. Expansion is possible with additional investments. Initially, assembly will follow the CKD system, with all parts imported from China, though some components already qualify for reduced tariffs under Brazil’s Mover program. Battery localization is a future goal. The Haval H6 will be one of the locally produced models but will differ in design from its Chinese counterpart. GWM confirmed that flex-fuel hybrid technology w...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

GWM Thailand ramping up production/export to serve ASEAN, Latin America, Australia Announced on April 19, 2025, GWM Thailand is ramping up exports from the Rayong-based Smart Factory in Q2/2025 to further support its reach to ASEAN, Latin America, and Australia. It will export Tank 500 HEV to Malaysia, while continuing to supply the Tank 300 HEV to Indonesia and the Haval H6 HEV and Haval Jolion HEV to Vietnam. In April, GWM begins global exports...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

BIMS 2025: GWM launches new H6 SUV in Thailand, offered in HEV and PHEV options On April 4, 2025, GWM Thailand revealed that the new Haval H6 SUV has started rolling off the production line at its Rayong plant. Officially launched on March 24 at the 46th Bangkok International Motor Show, the new Haval H6 features a complete redesign and full upgrade. The H6 is offered in 3 variants at special introductory prices, limited to the first 800 deliver...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

GWM Thailand – Huawei Services, Hong Kong celebrate first-ever integration of Petal Maps into all-new Haval H6 SUV Announced on April 1, 2025, GWM (Thailand) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Huawei Services (Hong Kong) on March 24 to elevate the driving experience to the next level. This partnership also marks the first-ever integration of the Petal Maps intelligent navigation system into the all-new GWM HAVAL H6 SUV, available i...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

or minority languages. App Box accelerates ecosystem integration by optimizing localized app adaptation, while Net Box ensures reliable real-time services through improved connectivity stability. HMS for Car demonstrated customized Petal Maps solutions for models including Chery JAECOO 6, GWM Haval H6 PHEV, and Changan AVATR 11, showcasing compatibility with Southeast Asia's traffic scenarios. Huawei aims to help Chinese automakers accelerate glo...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/26

Bahman Group, Iran presents Hongqi car at Tehran International Automotive Exhibition On January 29, Bahman Group presents Hongqi H5 HEV, its latest imported vehicle at the 6th Tehran International Automotive Exhibition. It also presented Haval H6, Hongqi H5 gasoline, and Hongqi EQM.  Bahman Diesel presented the CNG version of the Force F38 truck for the first time, and the X9 tractor as well as the 12-ton Force truck. Setareh Nik Aria Automobile...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

completed at least 100 of the 500 planned hires for its Iracemápolis, SP, factory set to open in May. Ricardo Bastos, Director of Institutional Affairs, stated that the company now aims to reach 800 employees by the end of the year, surpassing the initial estimate of 700. As preparations for Haval H6 assembly progress, GWM is also establishing local partnerships. Following a March 5 meeting with 183 suppliers, the company signed 40 reliability a...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/01

GWM Malaysia records 331% YoY sales growth in 2024, driven greatly by Haval H6 HEV Reported on January 16, 2025, Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia achieved a 331% vehicle sales growth YoY. This surge was contributed significantly by the Haval H6 HEV, according to the company. GWM Malaysia did not unveil the number of vehicles it sold in 2024. Other GWM models launched in Malaysia in 2024 were the Ora 07 EV and Tank 300 SUV. (From an article of Paul...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

GWM launches new HAVAL H7 in South Africa On January 15, Great Wall Motor Company launched its all-new model, the GWM HAVAL H7, in South Africa, with prices starting at ZAR 601,950. The new H7 is built on the H6 platform but is larger, measuring 1,908mm wide, 4,705mm long, and 1,780mm high, with a 210mm ground clearance. The vehicle is available with two powertrain options. The first configuration is equipped with a HAVAL 4N20A 2.0L turbo engine,...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16

HONGQI to launch three new models in Russia in 2025 On January 10, HONGQI announced that it will introduce three new models in Russia in 2025. In 2025, HONGQI plans to sell 12,000 cars and expand its dealer network to 60 centers in Russia.  In the first half of the year, I will present the H6 liftback. It belongs to the business class "E". During the same period, a new SUV-D class crossover HS7 will appear, which will be available with a seven-s...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/13

Peps-JV Melaka plant, Malaysia produces 1,000th Haval H6 HEV; Other GWM / BAIC models to start in 2025 Reported on December 16, 2024, Great Wall Motor Malaysia has already recorded the 1,000th unit of the Haval H6 HEV, locally assembled at the factory in Hicom Pegoh Industrial Park, Melaka. GWM appointed EP Manufacturing (EPMB) as its contract vehicle assembler. The H6’s local production started in September at EPMB’s plant, carried out by i...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/17

GWM plans to localize parts production in Brazil to 60% by 2026 On December 5, GWM announced its strategy to localize parts and components for vehicles to be manufactured at its Iracemápolis plant in São Paulo, starting mid-2025. The company highlighted its goal to achieve a 60% local content rate by 2026. Initially, the hybrid SUV Haval H6 will rely heavily on components imported from China, but the localization target is key to supporting exp...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/07

GWM Malaysia notes over 1,500 bookings of Haval H6 HEV in under 1 month; 200 units delivered Reported on November 8, 2024, GWM Malaysia has recorded over 1,500 bookings of the Haval H6 HEV in under 1 month, with 200 units already delivered to customers. The model was officially launched in Malaysia on October 9, following the rollout of its first locally assembled unit on September 25. (From an article of Paul Tan on November 8, 2024 and GWM soci...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/13

GWM launches HAVAL H6 GT in South Africa On November 7, GWM announced the launch of the HAVAL H6 GT, in South Africa, with price starting from ZAR 662,250. The new GWM HAVAL H6 GT is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbo engine coupled with a 7-speed DCT gearbox, delivering 155 kW of maximum power and 325 Nm of torque. The vehicle features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 360° HD camera system, 19-inch alloy wheel, updated Alcantara-trimmed seats, carbon-f...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/08

GWM offers HEV variants across entire model range in South Africa On October 22, GWM has announced that it now offers hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) variants across its entire range of models, making GWM the first automotive manufacturer in South Africa to achieve this milestone. GWM’s current range includes the Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid, the Haval H6 Hybrid, P500 Hybrid bakkie and Hybrid versions of both the 300 and 500 TANK models.  GWM's HEV ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/22

d it will invest more, resulting in the total investment to over THB 23 billion to support the market.  At the upcoming Motor Expo 2024, GWM will display 2 new models that will generate excitement, particularly among the growing SUV customer base. In 2025, GWM plans to launch a minor change HAVAL H6 HEV and PHEV, and the diesel engine model of GWM TANK.  Moreover, GWM will continue to invest in its smart factory in Rayong, positioning it as a ...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/21

GWM launches Haval H6 HEV in Malaysia Reported on October 9, 2024, GWM Haval H6 HEV has officially been launched in Malaysia, priced at MYR 139,800 (OTR without insurance).  This HEV’s local assembly has already begun at EP Manufacturing (EPMB)’s plant in Pegoh, Melaka. As announced earlier, the first 100 CBU units will be sold first. Deliveries will then switch to the CKD version. Haval H6’s overall dimensions are (LWH) 4,683x 1,886x 1,73...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/11

GWM starts hiring process for Iracemápolis plant in Brazil On October 2, it was announced that GWM has started the hiring process for the Iracemápolis plant in Brazil. The OEM plans to start production of its Haval H6 hybrid model in the second quarter of 2025, but the hiring process for approximately 700 employees has already begun. The first hires will be the leaders who will set up the production processes at the headquarters in China, train...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/04

First Malaysia-made GWM Haval H6 HEV unit rolls off production line at EPMB Pegoh plant Reported on September 30, 2024, GWM Malaysia announced that the first locally assembled unit of the GWM Haval H6 HEV has rolled off the production line at EP Manufacturing Berhad’s new CKD production plant in Pegoh, Melaka.  This SUV will undergo a series of rigorous quality checks and on-track safety tests before it is ready to be delivered in October, aft...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/01

Great Wall Malaysia opens bookings for Haval H6 HEV; to be launched in CKD form Reported on September 2, 2024, Great Wall Motor Malaysia has officially opened the order books for the Haval H6 Hybrid SUV, with the estimated selling price of around MYR 145,000. Scheduled for Q3, the H6 HEV will be launched in a CKD form, the first locally assembled GWM models in Malaysia (by EPMB in Melaka).  GWM Malaysia is conducting a series of roadshows to pre...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/03