GWM opens pre-orders for locally made Haval H9 and Poer P30 models in Brazil On August 19, it was reported that GWM opened pre-orders for the Haval H9 SUV and the Poer P30 pickup in Brazil, days after inaugurating its Iracemápolis plant. Built on the same platform, both vehicles feature a 2.4-liter turbo diesel engine, nine-speed automatic transmission, 4x4 drive, and advanced equipment such as intelligent Full-LED headlights, leather climate-co...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/26

GWM opens Iracemápolis plant in Brazil On August 15, GWM Brazil announced that it has inaugurated its first plant in the Americas in Iracemápolis, São Paulo. The Iracemápolis plant, formerly operated by Mercedes-Benz until 2020, is already producing the Haval H6 SUV, with future output to include the Haval H9 and Poer pickup. The plant currently has 600 workers, and the number is expected to reach 1,000 by the end of 2025 with a second produc...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/19

GWM to launch POER300 in double-cab pick-up in UK On August 4, GWM UK announced that it will launch the GWM POER300 double-cab pick-up truck in the UK in mid-September 2025. It will be powered by a 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine, delivering 183ps of power and 480 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a new nine-speed automatic transmission and full-time 4×4 system with low-range capability. It has a braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg and can ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/12

la da Silva will attend the inauguration of GWM’s new factory in Iracemápolis, São Paulo, on August 15. The event will showcase pre-series units of the Haval H6 SUV, which will be locally assembled in four gasoline-hybrid versions, including a plug-in option. Diesel models like the Haval H9 and Poer pickup will follow later this year. A flex-fuel hybrid version running on ethanol is planned for 2026. The factory, previously owned by Mercedes-...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/06

GWM to produce pickups at Astana Motors’ Almaty plant in Kazakhstan On June 13, Great Wall Motor (GWM) and Astana Motors signed a memorandum to localize the production of GWM pickups at the plant in Almaty. The GWM brand in Kazakhstan is officially represented by Haval Motor Kazakhstan, part of Astana Motors.  The plant will launch production of two pickups: GWM Wingle 7 and GWM POER. The launch of production of the models is expected in the f...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

GWM launches Poer Sahar Hi4-T plug-in hybrid electric pickup truck On June 23, Great Wall Motor (GWM) launched the Poer Sahar Hi4-T, its first plug-in hybrid electric off-road pickup truck. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 228,800 and CNY 249,800, respectively. The Poer Sahar Hi4-T offers six exterior and two interior color options. It measures 5,440mm or 5,462mm long, 1,991mm or 1,992mm wide, and 1,945mm or 1,960mm high, with...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

GWM confirms Haval H9 SUV and Poer P30 production for August 2025 in Brazil On June 11, GWM Brazil confirmed that it will begin local production of the Haval H9 SUV and the Poer P30 pickup at its Iracemápolis plant. Production is expected to start in August, with initial deliveries expected in September. Both vehicles share a 2.4-liter turbo diesel engine, delivering 186 hp in Asian markets, a 9-speed automatic transmission, and three traction m...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

al phase includes a capacity of 50,000 vehicles per year and the creation of 800 direct jobs in 2025, with plans to double capacity to 100,000 units and reach 2,000 jobs as exports to Latin America expand in the future. The first model to be produced will be the Haval H6 hybrid SUV, followed by the Poer midsize pickup and the seven-seat Haval H9 SUV. Wey also emphasized that Brazil will become a research and engineering hub for the company. In ad...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

GWM unveils updated POER pickup, set for launch in Russia On February 4, GWM announced an updated version of its POER pickup, featuring additional powertrain option. The updated GWM POER will be available in three trims in Russia, including the one with a diesel engine and two with gasoline engines. The sales of the updated model are set to begin in the first quarter of 2025. The gasoline model will be equipped with a two-liter engine combined wi...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/05

GWM launches Poer Plus 2.4-liter Turbo pick up in Chile On January 22, GWM launched the Off-Road Poer Plus 2.4-liter Turbo in Chile, marking its first overseas debut. This high-performance off-road pickup is equipped with a 2.4-liter Turbo engine with 180 hp and 480 Nm of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission with a 4x4 Torque on Demand (TOD) drive system with differential lock rear developed by Borgwarner. The vehicle is available...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/25

GWM joins forces with SVOLT, HYCET, NOBO, MIND, Exquisite to strengthen Thai auto industry Announced on January 16, 2025, Great Wall Motor Thailand plans to introduce diesel internal combustion engines for the GWM TANK and GWM POER product lines in 2025. This initiative is supported by partnerships with 5 key automotive parts manufacturers and distributors: SVOLT, HYCET, NOBO, MIND, and Exquisite. This partnership generates significant investment...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/20

GWM to introduce Haval model line to UK On December 12, GWM UK announced that GWM has 5 model lines ORA, Haval, Wey, Tank and Poer. Up until now ORA was the only line planned for sale in the UK. At the start of 2025, GWM UK is moving to the ‘one GWM’ platform which is already in operation in many other parts of the world. GWM UK will introduce the Haval model line to the UK, with the Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid SUV set to be launched early in 202...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/12

Thailand Motor Expo 2024: GWM officially launches POER SAHAR HEV; displays 2 LHD PHEV models On November 28, 2024, Great Wall Motor officially launched the GWM POER SAHAR HEV at the 41st Thailand International Motor Expo.  Priced from THB 1.189 million, this Thailand's first hybrid-powered pickup is offered in 2 variants: the Double Cab Auto and Ultra Double Cab Auto 4WD, with immediate delivery available. Both variants feature a 2.0-liter hybri...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

GWM Poer launches Poer Sahar Traverser Edition pickup truck On September 25, Poer, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, launched the Poer Sahar Traverser Edition global long-range high-performance luxury pickup truck, with a price of CNY 249,800. The Poer Sahar Traverser Edition is powered by a 135kW/480Nm 2.4T diesel engine, a 9-speed automatic transmission, the BorgWarner 4A+Mlock intelligent 4WD system, and three mechanical differential locks, ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/27

CDMS 2024: GWM Poer launches 2.4T Poer Off-road pickup truck, starts accepting pre-orders for Poer Sahar Traverser Edition On August 30, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), Poer, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, launched the 2.4T Poer Off-road high-performance pickup truck and started accepting pre-orders for the Poer Sahar Traverser Edition long-range high-performance luxury pickup truck. The former is available in two variants priced...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/10

CDMS 2024: GWM Poer to exhibit 2.4T Poer Off-road, Poer Sahar Traverser Edition pickup trucks On August 26, Poer, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, announced that at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), it will exhibit the 2.4T Poer Off-road high-performance pickup truck and the Poer Sahar Traverser Edition long-range high-performance luxury pickup truck. The 2.4T Poer Off-road is equipped with a 2.4T diesel engine, a 9-speed automatic tran...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/29

GWM introduces five-seater SUV HAVAL H5 in Russia On August 23, Great Wall Motor Company (GWM) announces the launch of a new five-seater SUV HAVAL H5 on the Russian market. The model will be presented in two trim levels - Elite and Premium. The length is 5190 mm, the wheelbase 3140 mm, and the ground clearance 200 mm. The HAVAL H5 platform is maximally unified with the GWM POER KINGKONG pickup truck.  The HAVAL H5 will be equipped with two types...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/27

GWM Poer starts accepting pre-orders for new 2.4T Poer Off-road pickup truck On August 15, Poer, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, started accepting pre-orders for the new 2.4T Poer Off-road high-performance pickup truck, which is available in two variants priced at CNY 179,800 and CNY 189,800, respectively. The new model will be launched at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024. The 2.4T Poer Off-road is based on the Tank global intelligent professional...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/19

GWM enters Qatar market, unveils six models On July 10, Great Wall Motors (GWM) and Teyseer Motors, a well-known Qatari auto dealer, introduced GWM brand in Qatar by opening a new flagship store and revealing six models from the GWM star family. The company revealed six models in total, featuring the TANK 500 V6 fuel version, TANK 300 HEV, H6 HEV, ORA 03 pure electric model, GWM POER pickup, and JOLION Pro. The unveiling of the ORA 03 marked the ...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/10

GWM launches Poer Elite pickup in Argentina On June 14, GWM announced the launch of its Poer Elite medium pickup truck, which arrives in Argentina in two versions: 4x2 and 4x4 and with a double cabin option. Both versions are imported from China with a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine (163 hp, 400 Nm) associated with a ZF 6-speed manual transmission. Its total load capacity is 1,050 kg. It has double front airbags plus two Autoliv side airbags and Bo...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/22