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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
GAC signs BEV distribution deal in the UK
Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) announced it has signed an agreement with Jameel Motors for the distribution of its battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the UK, as the Chinese state-owned automaker continues its global expansion. According to reports, GAC is the fourth Chinese automaker to enter the UK market this month, following similar announcements made by Changan Automobile, Chery Automobile and the Geely brand. Chinese EV giant BYD Auto has already established a strong presence in the UK. The UK is Europe's second-largest BEV market after Germany, with one in four cars sold in the country powered by batteries. The UK government recently announced new incentives, including sales subsidies of up to GBP 3,750 per vehicle, to help accelerate the transition to zero-emission vehicles. Unlike the European Union (EU), the UK has not imposed import tariffs on Chinese-made BEVs. GAC confirmed that it will initially focus on establishing its Aion BEV brand in the UK, with deliveries of the Aion V SUV and Aion UT hatchback scheduled to begin in early 2026. GAC International president, Wayne Wei, said in a statement: "Entry into the UK marks a crucial step in GAC's internationalization strategy. As we set foot in this dynamic market, GAC is committed to bringing industry-leading products and first-class services to UK consumers.' GAC has already established a presence across South-east Asia and in the Middle East, and recently announced plans to sell its vehicles in Portugal, Poland, and in Brazil. "GAC signs BEV distribution deal in the UK" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Auto Express
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
The Chinese car explosion continues as yet another new brand arrives in the UK
UK distributor Jameel Motors and Chinese giant GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group) have signed a joint venture to bring several new cars to the UK market, including a hatchback and an SUV. The first two cars, the AION V SUV and the AION UT hatchback, are both fully-electric and have already been revealed for other markets so we already know plenty when it comes to their design and technical make up. Jameel Motors, the firm tasked with distributing GAC's offerings in the UK, already works with Farizon Auto in the electric van segment. The GAC cars, however, will be the first passenger vehicles Jameel Motors will have dealt with here. Jameel Motors also says 'Additional models will follow to expand the AION line-up' with first customer deliveries of the AION V and AION UT expected by spring 2026. Advertisement - Article continues below Speaking on the new venture with Jameel Motors, Wayne Wei, President of GAC International, added: 'GAC's entry into the UK marks a crucial step in its internationalisation strategy. As we set foot in this dynamic market, GAC is committed to bringing industry-leading products and first-class services to UK consumers.' The AION UT hatchback will provide a new rival to the likes of the Volkswagen ID.3, Kia EV3 and MG4 when it arrives. In other markets the AION UT is offered with a 50kWh battery or a larger 60kWh unit that can up maximum range from 210 miles to 310 miles (though this is from China's more lenient CLTC testing scheme). Two electric motor versions are offered - a 134bhp or a 201bhp model with both sending power to the front wheels. The AION V is aimed at the Renault Scenic and Skoda Enyaq as a C-segment SUV. Sitting on GAC AEP 3.0 platform, it actually shares its underpinnings with the Chinese-built Toyota bZ3X and comes with several battery sizes ranging from 62kWh to 90kWh - the latter of which can provide a range of 382 miles (WLTP). It's front-wheel drive only with either a 134bhp or a 221bhp motor. Full UK specifications and pricing for GAC's new cars will be made available later in the year as the cars near a UK launch. Our dealer network has 1,000s of great value new cars in stock and available now right across the UK. Find your new car… Find a car with the experts New Xiaomi YU7 2025 review: a world-beating new EV to worry the establishment New Xiaomi YU7 2025 review: a world-beating new EV to worry the establishment BMW or Mercedes would do anything to keep the new Xiaomi YU7 from sale in the UK and Europe, and this is why Electric Car Grant in detail: Which cars will get the UK EV discount? Electric Car Grant in detail: Which cars will get the UK EV discount? The government has set out its plan to help reduce the cost of affordable EVs by introducing a new £3,750 Electric Car Grant for new EVs sold under £3… Electric Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake will keep going long after rivals need to stop Electric Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake will keep going long after rivals need to stop The second of Merc's new-era EVs is here in the form of an attractive estate with a huge range
Reuters
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Reuters
China's GAC to launch UK car sales with two Aion brand EVs
LONDON, July 16 (Reuters) - Jameel Motors has signed a deal to distribute Guangzhou Automobile Group's (GAC) ( opens new tab vehicles in Britain, the two companies said on Wednesday, making GAC the fourth Chinese automaker to launch a new brand in Europe's second-largest car market this month. GAC's UK sales will start with two Aion brand electric models - the Aion V SUV, and the Aion UT hatchback, with deliveries expected in the first quarter of 2026. "GAC's entry into the UK marks a crucial step in its internationalization strategy," Wayne Wei, president of GAC International said in a statement. When asked if GAC could bring its Trumpchi, Hycan or Hyptec brands to Britain as well as Jameel, owned by the Saudi Jameel family, it said it was focused on the Aion brand for now. GAC has already announced plans to sell in Portugal and Poland and in May it launched in Brazil. Britain is Europe's second-largest EV market after Germany. One in four cars sold in Britain in June was electric and unlike the European Union, Britain has not imposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. Several Chinese automakers have already launched sales in Britain, including China's No. 1 seller BYD ( opens new tab. The British government this week said it would spend 650 million pounds ($871 million) on EV subsidies of up to 3,750 pounds for cars costing 37,000 pounds or less, which could attract more brands. Earlier this month, Geely ( launched its Geely brand in Britain with its electric EX5 SUV. Changan ( opens new tab will soon launch its electric Deepal S07 SUV and Chery ( which already sells Omoda and Jaecoo brand cars in Britain, has said its Chery brand cars will start selling in the coming weeks. GAC's global sales fell 20% in 2024 to 2 million vehicles, driven largely by declines in China at its joint ventures with Honda and Toyota, while its sales outside China rose 67% to 127,000 vehicles. ($1 = 0.7467 pounds)
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
China's GAC to launch UK car sales with two Aion brand EVs
Jameel Motors has signed a deal to distribute Guangzhou Automobile Group's (GAC) vehicles in Britain, the two companies said on Wednesday, making GAC the fourth Chinese automaker to launch a new brand in Europe's second-largest car market this month. GAC's UK sales will start with two Aion brand electric models - the Aion V SUV, and the Aion UT hatchback, with deliveries expected in the first quarter of 2026. "GAC's entry into the UK marks a crucial step in its internationalization strategy," Wayne Wei, president of GAC International said in a statement. When asked if GAC could bring its Trumpchi, Hycan or Hyptec brands to Britain as well as Jameel, owned by the Saudi Jameel family, it said it was focused on the Aion brand for now. GAC has already announced plans to sell in Portugal and Poland and in May it launched in Brazil. Britain is Europe's second-largest EV market after Germany. One in four cars sold in Britain in June was electric and unlike the European Union, Britain has not imposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. Several Chinese automakers have already launched sales in Britain, including China's No. 1 seller BYD. The British government this week said it would spend 650 million pounds ($871 million) on EV subsidies of up to 3,750 pounds for cars costing 37,000 pounds or less, which could attract more brands. Earlier this month, Geely launched its Geely brand in Britain with its electric EX5 SUV. Changan will soon launch its electric Deepal S07 SUV and Chery, which already sells Omoda and Jaecoo brand cars in Britain, has said its Chery brand cars will start selling in the coming weeks. GAC's global sales fell 20per cent in 2024 to 2 million vehicles, driven largely by declines in China at its joint ventures with Honda and Toyota, while its sales outside China rose 67per cent to 127,000 vehicles.
