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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
GWM Returns After a Decade to Clinch Taklimakan Rally Production Title
AKSU CITY, China, June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the final stage of the 2025 Taklimakan Rally, GWM reclaimed the Production Class championship after a decade, once again demonstrating its dominance in the off-road segment. This year, GWM competed with both internal combustion and new energy vehicles, not only continuing the legacy of its legendary diesel-powered models, but also setting a new performance benchmark in the electrified off-road category with its Hi4 series PHEV technology—raising the global profile of Chinese automotive brands in the world of rally racing. A Taklimakan Rally standout, the GWM HAVAL H9 Diesel dominated the T2.1 production class with its 2.4T engine, 9-speed automatic transmission, and triple locking differentials. Its TOD intelligent four-wheel-drive system and electronic axle locks delivered optimal torque across tough terrain. The GWM TANK Hi4 Team claimed the T2.E Production New Energy Manufacturer Championship, showcasing the strength of PHEV technology in extreme off-road conditions. Powered by GWM's groundbreaking Hi4 system—the world's first dual-motor distributed 4WD—it delivers a unique balance of 4WD performance and 2WD efficiency. From winning the championship in 2015 to the full-scale breakthrough of Hi4-PHEV technology in 2025, GWM has spent a decade evolving from an internal combustion engine performance benchmark to a leader in new energy off-road mobility. In this year's Taklimakan Rally, GWM HAVAL, GWM TANK, and GWM POER product lineups collectively secured 12 honors, including the Production Class Manufacturer's Cup, overall championship titles, and multiple stage victories. With the mass production of Hi4 technology in models like the GWM TANK 300 Hi4-T and TANK 500 Hi4-Z, GWM is redefining off-road culture for the new energy era. This advanced system brings four-wheel-drive performance at two-wheel-drive prices, and will soon expand across more models—making off-road capability more accessible than ever. This championship victory marks the maturation of GWM's "All-powertrains, All-scenarios, All Users" technology strategy. By testing its mass-produced vehicles on the rally field, GWM leverages its championship-grade quality to expand its presence in the global off-road market. Looking ahead, the company will continue to anchor its development in user needs, delivering more products that can endure extreme challenges—driving the rise of "intelligent manufacturing in China" across the world's toughest landscapes. View source version on Contacts Carol Wang, globalmarketing@
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Business Wire
Winning with a Mass-Produced Vehicle, GWM Redefines Off-Road Culture
AKSU CITY, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the 2025 Taklimakan Rally in China, GWM made a powerful impact with its 'All-Terrain Team,' comprising the GWM HAVAL, GWM TANK, and GWM POER vehicle series. The team clinched dual championships in both the T2.E Production New Energy category and the T2.1 Production Gasoline category, showcasing the unique off-road advantages of PHEV models and emerging as the event's biggest winner. Driver Yao Weiqiang embodied true off-road spirit in Stage SS2, stopping to help a stranded team despite the time loss. Thanks to his skill and the vehicle's performance, he still finished first. 'At the Taklimakan Rally, you can lose the race, but never your integrity,' he said. During Stage SS5 at the Moyu Hongbaishan segment, the GWM POER V6 team stopped to tow a disabled rally car for 60 kilometers to the finish line. The GWM HAVAL MENGLONG team also assisted trapped vehicles, fully demonstrating the rally's core principle: 'Safety first, competition second.' The GWM team at the Taklimakan Rally embodies off-road heritage, led by 71-year-old veteran Liang Yuxiang, competing for the tenth consecutive year in the No. 223 GWM TANK 500 Hi4-Z. Despite the years, his passion remains strong. 'The Taklimakan Rally makes me feel younger every year,' he says. In the T2.1 Production Gasoline category, the father-son duo of He Zijian and He Wei delivered an exceptional performance, winning three stage championships. The mother-daughter duo Sun Xiangyan and Ma Xin from the GWM HAVAL team tackled tough desert stages in the H9 diesel, breaking gender stereotypes and showing that off-roading is for everyone. Their determination showcased the strength women bring to the sport. GWM's presence at the Taklimakan Rally highlights not just technical strength, but a commitment to responsible off-road culture—emphasizing nature, sustainability, and teamwork. Its 'General Internal Combustion Strategy,' covering gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains, reflects global adaptability. As V6 POER driver Zhang Ya said, 'In the desert, your vehicle is your lifeline. GWM's reliability lets us focus on the journey.' GWM's journey through the Taklimakan Rally is a redefinition of what it means to "conquer." It is not about dominating nature, but about mastering oneself—with courage, technical reliability, team cohesion, and cultural continuity.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Winning with a Mass-Produced Vehicle, GWM Redefines Off-Road Culture
AKSU CITY, China, June 06, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the 2025 Taklimakan Rally in China, GWM made a powerful impact with its "All-Terrain Team," comprising the GWM HAVAL, GWM TANK, and GWM POER vehicle series. The team clinched dual championships in both the T2.E Production New Energy category and the T2.1 Production Gasoline category, showcasing the unique off-road advantages of PHEV models and emerging as the event's biggest winner. Driver Yao Weiqiang embodied true off-road spirit in Stage SS2, stopping to help a stranded team despite the time loss. Thanks to his skill and the vehicle's performance, he still finished first. "At the Taklimakan Rally, you can lose the race, but never your integrity," he said. During Stage SS5 at the Moyu Hongbaishan segment, the GWM POER V6 team stopped to tow a disabled rally car for 60 kilometers to the finish line. The GWM HAVAL MENGLONG team also assisted trapped vehicles, fully demonstrating the rally's core principle: "Safety first, competition second." The GWM team at the Taklimakan Rally embodies off-road heritage, led by 71-year-old veteran Liang Yuxiang, competing for the tenth consecutive year in the No. 223 GWM TANK 500 Hi4-Z. Despite the years, his passion remains strong. "The Taklimakan Rally makes me feel younger every year," he says. In the T2.1 Production Gasoline category, the father-son duo of He Zijian and He Wei delivered an exceptional performance, winning three stage championships. The mother-daughter duo Sun Xiangyan and Ma Xin from the GWM HAVAL team tackled tough desert stages in the H9 diesel, breaking gender stereotypes and showing that off-roading is for everyone. Their determination showcased the strength women bring to the sport. GWM's presence at the Taklimakan Rally highlights not just technical strength, but a commitment to responsible off-road culture—emphasizing nature, sustainability, and teamwork. Its "General Internal Combustion Strategy," covering gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains, reflects global adaptability. As V6 POER driver Zhang Ya said, "In the desert, your vehicle is your lifeline. GWM's reliability lets us focus on the journey." GWM's journey through the Taklimakan Rally is a redefinition of what it means to "conquer." It is not about dominating nature, but about mastering oneself—with courage, technical reliability, team cohesion, and cultural continuity. View source version on Contacts Carol Wang, globalmarketing@ Sign in to access your portfolio
