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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
GWM Brazil Plant Officially Opens with President Lula in Attendance
GWM Brazil Plant officially begins production with the first HAVAL H6 GT rolling off the line Iracemápolis, São Paulo - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 August 2025 - In the early hours of August 16 (Beijing time), GWM's Brazil plant officially commenced operations, marked by a grand ceremony for the rollout of its first vehicle, the HAVAL H6 GT. The plant, located in Iracemápolis, São Paulo, was acquired from Daimler Group and has since been upgraded into an intelligent manufacturing base. As GWM's third full-process vehicle manufacturing center overseas, it carries the core mission of serving the Latin American market and acts as a key hub linking Europe, Asia, Southeast Asia, and Latin milestone not only advances GWM's globalization in Latin America but also sets an example of China's high-quality automotive expansion, showcasing innovative collaboration between the Chinese and Brazilian auto the opening ceremony, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Vice President Geraldo Alckmin, Chinese Ambassador Zhu Qingqiao, Brazil's Minister of Labor, and other dignitaries joined GWM President Mu Feng, GWM International President Parker Shi, GWM Brazil Region President Zhang Gengshen, and other GWM executives to witness this landmark moment in the company's globalization journey. President Lula personally signed the hood of the first HAVAL H6 GT, marking its final production step before entering the market. After the ceremony, he also posed for photos with factory his welcome address, GWM President Mu Feng stated: "The Brazil plant is not only a strong commitment to the Brazilian market, but also the starting point for building the future together with our Latin American partners. In our global expansion, we adhere to the 'Four New Modernizations': Locally Built, Locally Operated, Globally Cultivated, Supply Chain Integrated. Following international quality standards, we will deliver highly reliable vehicles to the Latin American market." He further announced that the plant's annual production capacity will gradually increase from 20,000 to 50,000 vehicles, creating over 1,000 direct jobs. Initial models include the HAVAL H9, POER P30, and HAVAL H6, with the H9 and POER P30 scheduled to launch in Brazil this Ambassador Zhu Qingqiao emphasized that since the establishment of diplomatic ties 51 years ago, China and Brazil's comprehensive strategic partnership has continued to deepen, with key areas of cooperation including renewable energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. He described the Brazil plant as a model of Sino-Brazilian industrial synergy, combining "Chinese smart manufacturing + Brazilian localization." He noted that GWM is contributing to economic development and quality job creation in São Paulo and Brazil, and expressed hope for further collaboration in clean energy and digital technology to provide a "China-Brazil solution" for global climate his speech, President Lula stressed: "The GWM Brazil plant is very important for Brazil's national industry. Its inauguration shows that Brazil has the capability to acquire advanced technology and produce vehicles that can compete with those from any country in the world. This means creating jobs, increasing income, and enhancing professional expertise for Brazilians. We hope GWM will make Brazil its production base in Latin America. The Brazilian government stands ready to support businesses and welcomes more Chinese companies to invest here."Brazilian Vice President Alckmin, the Minister of Labor, and the Mayor of Iracemápolis also gave speeches, jointly opening a new chapter for GWM in Latin America. Guests at the ceremony praised GWM's rapid growth and contributions to Brazil's automotive market and expressed confidence in the company's ability to further drive innovation and transformation in the industry. During the event, the Great Place to Work Institute awarded GWM Brazil the "Great Place To Work" (GPTW) honor. In addition, GWM announced a donation of 500,000 reais to local schools in Iracemápolis to help improve educational in Iracemápolis, São Paulo, the GWM Brazil plant covers a total area of 1.2 million square meters, with 94,000 square meters of built-up area. It houses welding workshops, robotic painting lines, assembly lines, energy and equipment facilities, and logistics supply systems. With an initial annual production capacity of 50,000 vehicles, the plant is expected to create 1,000 jobs by the end of this year. Initial models will include the HAVAL H9, POER P30, and the HAVAL H6 series. The plant also supports flexible production of multiple energy types, including hybrid (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and entering the Brazilian market in 2021, GWM has reached annual sales of 29,000 units within just three years, ranking 14th in the market. In the first half of this year, GWM sold over 15,700 vehicles in Brazil, up 19.8% year-on-year—17 percentage points above the industry average—demonstrating the company's confidence and determination to expand overseas and compete in Brazil, expanding across Latin America, and reaching the world, GWM will continue to invest in Brazil, focusing on quality jobs, technological leadership, and R&D. The opening of the Brazil plant marks a new chapter in Chinese automotive globalization. With this plant, GWM will strengthen localized smart manufacturing, deepen its presence in Latin America, and bring its products and services to more global #GWM The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Business Recorder
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Recorder
Auto sector in Pakistan posts strong growth in 11MFY25; car sales surge 35pc YoY
KARACHI: Pakistan's automobile sector demonstrated robust growth in the first eleven months of the fiscal year 2024-25, as car sales, motorbikes, and three-wheelers all posted significant gains, reflecting improved economic stability, better consumer confidence, and easing inflationary pressures. According to data compiled by the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) total car sales in May 2025 reached 14,762 units, marking a 35 percent year-on-year increase and a 39 percent month-on-month growth over April 2025. The strong month-on-month recovery was largely attributed to a low sales base in April 2025, when road closures in Sindh due to strikes and operational challenges delayed deliveries, suppressing vehicle sales. As these issues eased, demand bounced back sharply in May, boosted further by a comparatively stable macroeconomic environment, lower financing costs, and improved consumer sentiment in anticipation of budget incentives. In terms of company-wise performance, Sazgar Engineering Works (SAZEW) posted the most remarkable increase, recording a 67 percent month-on-month rise and an 18 percent year-on-year growth. The impressive figures were driven by the April launch of a new facelift model of HAVAL, which gained strong market acceptance. SAZEW's total sales for 11MFY25 surged by 111 percent to 9,495 units, compared to 4,503 units in the same period last year. Indus Motor Company (INDU) also delivered a solid performance, with a 2.4 times year-on-year and a 48 percent month-on-month rise in sales to 4,829 units, marking its highest monthly sales in nearly three years. The growth was supported by increased demand for popular models like Corolla, Yaris, and Cross, whose combined sales reached a new 3-year high. Honda Atlas Cars (HCAR) reported a 69 percent year-on-year and a 17 percent month-on-month increase in sales to 2,005 units, while Pak Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) saw a mixed result. PSMC posted a 38 percent month-on-month increase but remained down 8 percent compared to the same month last year, with May sales of 5,519 units. Hyundai Nishat Motors registered a healthy 58 percent year-on-year and 45 percent month-on-month rise to 1,307 units in May 2025. The two- and three-wheeler segment continued its impressive run, with total sales increasing by 26 percent year-on-year and 11 percent month-on-month to 150,175 units in May 2025; the highest monthly sales in three years. This brought cumulative 11MFY25 sales to 1.378 million units, up 30 percent year-on-year, as affordability and essential transport needs sustained demand in this segment. Pakistan's tractor industry, however, showed mixed trends. Total tractor sales in May 2025 stood at 2,184 units, representing a 29 percent year-on-year decline but a 36 percent month-on-month increase, as weak farm economics weighed on new purchase decisions. Within this segment, Millat Tractors sold 1,569 units in May 2025, down 34 percent compared to the previous year, while Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) sold 615 units, showing a 17 percent year-on-year decrease. Meanwhile, Pakistan's truck and bus segment recorded significant growth, with May 2025 sales rising by 147 percent year-on-year and 17 percent month-on-month to 610 units. Hino, Master, JAC, and Isuzu vehicles all posted increases, taking total 11MFY25 sales to 4,495 units, a 92 percent rise from 2,345 units in the corresponding period of the last fiscal year. Market analysts attributed this broad-based recovery in the auto sector to easing inflation, lower interest rates, and better financing options, coupled with a stable macroeconomic backdrop. The positive momentum was particularly noticeable in passenger cars and two- and three-wheeler categories, where pent-up demand from previous months converted into actual sales as operational disruptions eased. Looking ahead, Topline Securities expects the momentum to continue into the next fiscal year, driven by a combination of lower interest rates, improving vehicle financing options, and the introduction of new models equipped with updated engines, including hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Market watchers believe that as macroeconomic stability improves and consumer affordability rises, automobile sales volumes are likely to sustain their growth trajectory in FY26 as well. However, auto expert Mashood Khan has warned that the government's proposed downward trend in Additional Custom Duty, Regulatory Duty, and Custom Duty for easing the import of used vehicles will likely hit local manufacturing instead of increasing exports in the future. He foresees severe consequences for the local manufacturing industry. Without a thriving domestic industry, import bills will surge, and foreign reserves will take a hit, he added. The auto parts and other manufacturing sectors will face significant challenges. It's unclear how exports will increase without a robust local industry, he added. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Recorder
Auto sector posts strong growth in 11MFY25; car sales surge 35pc YoY
KARACHI: Pakistan's automobile sector demonstrated robust growth in the first eleven months of the fiscal year 2024-25, as car sales, motorbikes, and three-wheelers all posted significant gains, reflecting improved economic stability, better consumer confidence, and easing inflationary pressures. According to data compiled by the Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) total car sales in May 2025 reached 14,762 units, marking a 35 percent year-on-year increase and a 39 percent month-on-month growth over April 2025. The strong month-on-month recovery was largely attributed to a low sales base in April 2025, when road closures in Sindh due to strikes and operational challenges delayed deliveries, suppressing vehicle sales. As these issues eased, demand bounced back sharply in May, boosted further by a comparatively stable macroeconomic environment, lower financing costs, and improved consumer sentiment in anticipation of budget incentives. In terms of company-wise performance, Sazgar Engineering Works (SAZEW) posted the most remarkable increase, recording a 67 percent month-on-month rise and an 18 percent year-on-year growth. The impressive figures were driven by the April launch of a new facelift model of HAVAL, which gained strong market acceptance. SAZEW's total sales for 11MFY25 surged by 111 percent to 9,495 units, compared to 4,503 units in the same period last year. Indus Motor Company (INDU) also delivered a solid performance, with a 2.4 times year-on-year and a 48 percent month-on-month rise in sales to 4,829 units, marking its highest monthly sales in nearly three years. The growth was supported by increased demand for popular models like Corolla, Yaris, and Cross, whose combined sales reached a new 3-year high. Honda Atlas Cars (HCAR) reported a 69 percent year-on-year and a 17 percent month-on-month increase in sales to 2,005 units, while Pak Suzuki Motor Company (PSMC) saw a mixed result. PSMC posted a 38 percent month-on-month increase but remained down 8 percent compared to the same month last year, with May sales of 5,519 units. Hyundai Nishat Motors registered a healthy 58 percent year-on-year and 45 percent month-on-month rise to 1,307 units in May 2025. The two- and three-wheeler segment continued its impressive run, with total sales increasing by 26 percent year-on-year and 11 percent month-on-month to 150,175 units in May 2025; the highest monthly sales in three years. This brought cumulative 11MFY25 sales to 1.378 million units, up 30 percent year-on-year, as affordability and essential transport needs sustained demand in this segment. Pakistan's tractor industry, however, showed mixed trends. Total tractor sales in May 2025 stood at 2,184 units, representing a 29 percent year-on-year decline but a 36 percent month-on-month increase, as weak farm economics weighed on new purchase decisions. Within this segment, Millat Tractors sold 1,569 units in May 2025, down 34 percent compared to the previous year, while Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited (AGTL) sold 615 units, showing a 17 percent year-on-year decrease. Meanwhile, Pakistan's truck and bus segment recorded significant growth, with May 2025 sales rising by 147 percent year-on-year and 17 percent month-on-month to 610 units. Hino, Master, JAC, and Isuzu vehicles all posted increases, taking total 11MFY25 sales to 4,495 units, a 92 percent rise from 2,345 units in the corresponding period of the last fiscal year. Market analysts attributed this broad-based recovery in the auto sector to easing inflation, lower interest rates, and better financing options, coupled with a stable macroeconomic backdrop. The positive momentum was particularly noticeable in passenger cars and two- and three-wheeler categories, where pent-up demand from previous months converted into actual sales as operational disruptions eased. Looking ahead, Topline Securities expects the momentum to continue into the next fiscal year, driven by a combination of lower interest rates, improving vehicle financing options, and the introduction of new models equipped with updated engines, including hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Market watchers believe that as macroeconomic stability improves and consumer affordability rises, automobile sales volumes are likely to sustain their growth trajectory in FY26 as well. However, auto expert Mashood Khan has warned that the government's proposed downward trend in Additional Custom Duty, Regulatory Duty, and Custom Duty for easing the import of used vehicles will likely hit local manufacturing instead of increasing exports in the future. He foresees severe consequences for the local manufacturing industry. Without a thriving domestic industry, import bills will surge, and foreign reserves will take a hit, he added. The auto parts and other manufacturing sectors will face significant challenges. It's unclear how exports will increase without a robust local industry, he added. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Zawya
10-06-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
GWM Mass-Production Off-Road Fleet Competes in China's Largest Desert Rally
On May 20, the 2025 Taklimakan Rally kicked off in the Taklimakan Desert, China's largest desert. Dubbed the 'Dakar of Asia,' this grueling event is renowned for its harsh environment and extreme challenges. It stands as the pinnacle of long-distance off-road racing in China and is considered one of the world's top desert rallies. A decade after winning the overall championship, GWM ( returns to the race with mass-production models from three major product lines, aiming for victory and showcasing its technological strength and confidence. The 2025 GWM Taklimakan Rally Team lineup reflects the company's strategic self-assurance. Every vehicle in the race is a mass-production model, including the HAVAL B26 (gasoline), HAVAL H9 (diesel), TANK300 Hi4-T, TANK400 Hi4-T, TANK500 Hi4-Z, and the GWM POER V6. All these vehicles are equipped with stock engines and transmissions identical to those sold to consumers, with only essential safety modifications for competition. By choosing to race with the same vehicles as its customers, GWM subjects its R&D, quality control, and validation systems to the ultimate test, proving the reliability, durability, and stability of its products under extreme rally conditions. The HAVAL team is fielding a dual-power lineup with two HAVAL B26 and two HAVAL H9 models (gasoline and diesel), continuing its mission as a 'global SUV expert' to represent the hardcore SUV segment in head-to-head competition. Through the rally, HAVAL demonstrates its latest advancements in all-terrain off-road technologies, truly embodying the transition from everyday life to the race track. The TANK Hi4 team brings a pioneering new energy lineup to the rally, entering the newly established NEV (New Energy Vehicle) category for the first time. The TANK300 Hi4-T, TANK400 Hi4-T, and TANK500 Hi4-Z are all competing, testing the limits of power and energy efficiency under extreme climates and terrains. These advanced new energy architectures take on conventional competitors, pushing the boundaries of off-road capability through technological innovation. The GWM POER V6 team represents Chinese pickups on the high-performance stage. The POER V6 is powered by a self-developed 3.0T engine, delivering explosive horsepower and instant throttle response, tearing through the desert terrain like a unleashed beast. From gasoline to new energy, from SUVs to pickups, the GWM team breaks through brand boundaries and powertrain technologies to launch a full-scale assault. Each racing team embodies the brand's 'Smart Off-Road' philosophy, resonating with both product strength and brand spirit. The China Taklimakan (International) Rally, officially known as the Taklimakan Desert Auto-Moto Rally, was founded in 2005. After years of development, this event—known as the 'Dakar of the East'—has become an internationally recognized rally sanctioned by the FIA. Held in China's largest desert, the rally's extreme challenges and stunning natural landscapes attract competitors from all over the world each year. The 2025 Taklimakan Rally spans approximately 4,500 kilometers, with 2,350 kilometers of special stages. It traverses regions such as Aksu, Kashgar, and Hotan in Xinjiang, covering China's most iconic and extreme terrains—deserts, gobi, and yardangs. With 65% of the course set in desert zones, the rally delivers peak intensity, posing a brutal test of driver skill and a deep examination of vehicle capabilities including chassis tuning, powertrain cooling, suspension setup, and drivetrain responsiveness. Taklimakan is both a proving ground for products and a crucible for brand spirit. From data collection and issue reviews to structural validation and performance fine-tuning, the rally becomes an integral part of GWM's product development system. At the same time, the race serves as a powerful medium for spreading the brand's culture. This high-stakes desert rally takes place from May 20 to June 1, traversing brutal and ever-changing terrain, pushing both vehicles and drivers to their limits, while capturing the eager attention of off-road enthusiasts around the world. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of GWM.
Business Wire
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- Business Wire
GWM Mass-Production Off-Road Fleet Competes in China's Largest Desert Rally
AKSU CITY, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--On May 20, the 2025 Taklimakan Rally kicked off in the Taklimakan Desert, China's largest desert. Dubbed the 'Dakar of Asia,' this grueling event is renowned for its harsh environment and extreme challenges. It stands as the pinnacle of long-distance off-road racing in China and is considered one of the world's top desert rallies. A decade after winning the overall championship, GWM returns to the race with mass-production models from three major product lines, aiming for victory and showcasing its technological strength and confidence. The 2025 GWM Taklimakan Rally Team lineup reflects the company's strategic self-assurance. Every vehicle in the race is a mass-production model, including the HAVAL B26 (gasoline), HAVAL H9 (diesel), TANK300 Hi4-T, TANK400 Hi4-T, TANK500 Hi4-Z, and the GWM POER V6. All these vehicles are equipped with stock engines and transmissions identical to those sold to consumers, with only essential safety modifications for competition. By choosing to race with the same vehicles as its customers, GWM subjects its R&D, quality control, and validation systems to the ultimate test, proving the reliability, durability, and stability of its products under extreme rally conditions. The HAVAL team is fielding a dual-power lineup with two HAVAL B26 and two HAVAL H9 models (gasoline and diesel), continuing its mission as a 'global SUV expert' to represent the hardcore SUV segment in head-to-head competition. Through the rally, HAVAL demonstrates its latest advancements in all-terrain off-road technologies, truly embodying the transition from everyday life to the race track. The TANK Hi4 team brings a pioneering new energy lineup to the rally, entering the newly established NEV (New Energy Vehicle) category for the first time. The TANK300 Hi4-T, TANK400 Hi4-T, and TANK500 Hi4-Z are all competing, testing the limits of power and energy efficiency under extreme climates and terrains. These advanced new energy architectures take on conventional competitors, pushing the boundaries of off-road capability through technological innovation. The GWM POER V6 team represents Chinese pickups on the high-performance stage. The POER V6 is powered by a self-developed 3.0T engine, delivering explosive horsepower and instant throttle response, tearing through the desert terrain like a unleashed beast. From gasoline to new energy, from SUVs to pickups, the GWM team breaks through brand boundaries and powertrain technologies to launch a full-scale assault. Each racing team embodies the brand's 'Smart Off-Road' philosophy, resonating with both product strength and brand spirit. The China Taklimakan (International) Rally, officially known as the Taklimakan Desert Auto-Moto Rally, was founded in 2005. After years of development, this event—known as the 'Dakar of the East'—has become an internationally recognized rally sanctioned by the FIA. Held in China's largest desert, the rally's extreme challenges and stunning natural landscapes attract competitors from all over the world each year. The 2025 Taklimakan Rally spans approximately 4,500 kilometers, with 2,350 kilometers of special stages. It traverses regions such as Aksu, Kashgar, and Hotan in Xinjiang, covering China's most iconic and extreme terrains—deserts, gobi, and yardangs. With 65% of the course set in desert zones, the rally delivers peak intensity, posing a brutal test of driver skill and a deep examination of vehicle capabilities including chassis tuning, powertrain cooling, suspension setup, and drivetrain responsiveness. Taklimakan is both a proving ground for products and a crucible for brand spirit. From data collection and issue reviews to structural validation and performance fine-tuning, the rally becomes an integral part of GWM's product development system. At the same time, the race serves as a powerful medium for spreading the brand's culture. This high-stakes desert rally takes place from May 20 to June 1, traversing brutal and ever-changing terrain, pushing both vehicles and drivers to their limits, while capturing the eager attention of off-road enthusiasts around the world.
