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Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
GACB Sathorn Experience Center & GAC Thailand Battery Service Center Officially Open
BANGKOK, July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 25, 2025, the grand opening ceremony of GACB Sathorn Experience Center & GAC Thailand Battery Service Center was held in the Sathorn district of Bangkok. As GAC's first flagship store in Southeast Asia, the opening of GACB Sathorn Experience Center elevates the consumer service experience in Thailand and marks the successful implementation of GAC's "Sales + Energy Services" dual-track strategy in the region. Representatives from the Thai government and major Thai media outlets attended and witnessed this historic moment. The day before the opening ceremony, GAC launched the upgraded global premium compact model, the AION UT, in Thailand as a gesture of appreciation to local consumers. Regarded as one of the most prominent models in Thailand's electric vehicle segment, the AION UT secured over 4,500 orders during this year's Bangkok International Motor Show. With its stylish design, cutting-edge technology, and high-standard quality, it offers a refined and forward-looking electric mobility experience tailored for young drivers and urban commuters across Thailand. The establishment of the GACB Sathorn is also a practical implementation of the "One GAC 2.0" strategy. Wei Haigang stated: "The official launch of GACB Sathorn and GAC Thailand Battery Service Center provides a replicable and scalable overseas expansion model of 'One GAC 2.0'—the 'Thailand Model' that integrates products, intelligent manufacturing, channels, services, energy ecosystems, and mobility systems." This model demonstrates GAC's comprehensive capability in full-industry-chain ecosystem globalization and will serve as a key reference and benchmark for expanding across Southeast Asia and global markets. The launch of GACB Sathorn and GAC Thailand Battery Service Center demonstrates GAC Business' successful move beyond traditional automakers' "single-product export model." Through the full-chain R&D, manufacturing, and energy services, GAC is actively building a "In Local, For local" sustainable ecosystem. Moving Forward, GAC will develop the Thailand business store 1 into a model store for Thailand and Southeast Asia. Leveraging this important foothold, GAC will further expand its market layout in Southeast Asia, establishing a benchmark market with significant demonstration value. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE GAC
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
GAC Aion begins local assembly in Indonesia
Chinese state-owned automaker GAC Group has begun operations at a newly completed vehicle assembly plant in Indonesia, owned by its local distributor PT Indomobil Group. The GAC Indonesia Smart Factory is located just outside Indonesia's capital city, Jakarta, and has an initial production capacity of 20,000 vehicles per year, which could rise to 50,000 units per year later on depending on demand. GAC Group confirmed that the plant is the result of 'investment by Indomobil Group through its PT National Assemblers (NA) subsidiary.' The facility was completed almost exactly a year after GAC launched its first battery electric vehicle (BEV) in the country, the Aion Y Plus. GAC Aion currently sells the Aion Y Plus, Aion V, and Hyptec HT models in Indonesia, all of which were previously imported from China. These will now be sourced from the local plant. In the first five months of 2025, the company sold a total of 1,845 units in Indonesia. At the plant's opening ceremony, GAC reaffirmed its 'come to Indonesia, for Indonesia' mantra, which aligns with the GAC 2.0 global strategy aimed at promoting the development of a sustainable automotive industry. GAC International's President, Wei Haigang, said in a statement: 'Indonesia is a key market in GAC's global expansion and is at the forefront of our overseas development strategy. With the inauguration of PT National Assemblers' assembly plant, we want to strengthen our contribution to economic growth, industrial quality improvement, and sustainable mobility transformation in Indonesia.' "GAC Aion begins local assembly in Indonesia" 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
Korea Herald
23-06-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
GAC Indonesia Smart Factory Commenced Operation with First AION V Produced
JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the GAC Indonesia Smart Factory was officially completed and commenced operations in Jakarta. Mr. Wei Haigang, President of GAC INTERNATIONAL, Mr. Wang Shunsheng, Vice President of GAC INTERNATIONAL, Mr. Zheng Chunlin, Vice President of GAC AION, Senior executives from the Indomobil Group, as well as major Chinese enterprises, along with over 80 mainstream media representatives and social media KOLs from China and Indonesia, nearly 300 guests witnessed this historic moment. This modern "Lighthouse Factory" marks a major milestone in GAC's commitment to Southeast Asia, and the full implementation of the One GAC 2.0 global strategy in Indonesia. Under the theme "Ignite the Lighthouse, Driving the Future," GAC launched the "One GAC 2.0" Indonesia Action Plan, focusing on six key dimensions — product, channel, service, smart manufacturing, energy ecosystem, and mobility ecosystem — to create a sustainable, localized, and systematic operational model, which aligning with GAC's global One GAC strategy and the "Panyu Action" for international market development and cultivating the Indonesian market and expanding its impact across the ASEAN region. As the cornerstone of GAC's strategy in the Indonesian market, the smart factory is guided by the philosophy of "small scale, fast output, and phased development". It adopts the manufacturing system of GAC's NEV Lighthouse Factories, achieving 100% interconnectivity of production data, and enhancing efficiency while ensuring product quality. GAC is leveraging robust technological capabilities to ensure product quality. As the modern Lighthouse Factory with green values and smart manufacturing features, it is equipped with an advanced NEV production system, including the key highlights of: flexible multi-model production line, end-to-end quality assurance, and battery and high-voltage safety system. GAC views Indonesia not only as the core market of ASEAN, but also as a strategic base for global exports. From "going out" to "getting in" to truly "integrating in," GAC is taking a systematic, long-term approach to internationalization, actively contributing to the global reshaping of the new energy vehicle industry. This smart factory is more than a boost in production capacity — it is a profound commitment to a sustainable future.
Korea Herald
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
GOVY AirCab Makes Global Debut, GAC Unveils "Land-Air Matrix" at 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong)
HONG KONG, June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 12, GAC made a strong appearance at the 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong), showcasing eight flagship models across its three major product -brands: GAC, AION, and HYPTEC. Simultaneously, GAC unveiled "Hong Kong Action" - the localized implementation of its "One GAC 2.0" global strategy in Hong Kong, and announced the global debut of its first mass-produced flying car – GOVY AirCab, along with the Hong Kong debut of the global premium compact model, the AION UT. At the press conference, Feng Xingya, Chairman and President of GAC Group, and Wei Haigang, President of GAC INTERNATIONAL, were joined by prominent political and business leaders from Hong Kong to witness the historic moment. After visiting the booth, they expressed strong praise for GAC. At the Bangkok International Auto Show in March, GAC launched its "One GAC 2.0" globalization strategy, "Thailand ACTION". GAC aims to boost brand presence, sales, and brand awareness across the Asia-Pacific region. This also marks the official launch of GAC's global localization initiatives. In May 2025, the GAC Indonesia Smart Factory commenced operations. The "Hong Kong ACTION" initiative, tailored for the Hong Kong market, establishes a comprehensive presence across products, channels, services, energy systems, and mobility ecosystems. Regarding product strategy, the AION UT—featuring a stylish design, spacious interior, and high intelligence—is set to go on sale in Hong Kong in the second half of the year. For channels, GAC plans to expand its retail channel network by adding one service center and one showroom in Hong Kong by 2025. For services, GAC will offer the "Hong Kong-Mainland Permit" service to meet consumers' vehicle usage needs across both regions. Furthermore, GAC plans to build 300 ultra-fast charging stations in Hong Kong and is advancing cooperation with ONTIME Mobility to deliver a more convenient mobility ecosystem in Hong Kong by 2028. A major highlight of the event was the global debut of the GOVY AirCab — one of the world's first multirotor flying vehicles to enter mass production. Trial operations are expected to begin this year in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, with customer deliveries scheduled by the end of 2026. Moving forward, GAC will leverage Hong Kong as a pivot to continuously advance its globalization strategy, focusing on quality, technology, service, and the industry chain ecosystem, aiming to deliver excellent mobility experiences to consumers.
Cision Canada
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
GOVY AirCab Makes Global Debut, GAC Unveils "Land-Air Matrix" at 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong)
HONG KONG, June 13, 2025 /CNW/ -- On June 12, GAC made a strong appearance at the 2025 International Automotive & Supply Chain Expo (Hong Kong), showcasing eight flagship models across its three major product -brands: GAC, AION, and HYPTEC. Simultaneously, GAC unveiled "Hong Kong Action" - the localized implementation of its "One GAC 2.0" global strategy in Hong Kong, and announced the global debut of its first mass-produced flying car – GOVY AirCab, along with the Hong Kong debut of the global premium compact model, the AION UT. At the press conference, Feng Xingya, Chairman and President of GAC Group, and Wei Haigang, President of GAC INTERNATIONAL, were joined by prominent political and business leaders from Hong Kong to witness the historic moment. After visiting the booth, they expressed strong praise for GAC. At the Bangkok International Auto Show in March, GAC launched its "One GAC 2.0" globalization strategy, "Thailand ACTION". GAC aims to boost brand presence, sales, and brand awareness across the Asia-Pacific region. This also marks the official launch of GAC's global localization initiatives. In May 2025, the GAC Indonesia Smart Factory commenced operations. The "Hong Kong ACTION" initiative, tailored for the Hong Kong market, establishes a comprehensive presence across products, channels, services, energy systems, and mobility ecosystems. Regarding product strategy, the AION UT—featuring a stylish design, spacious interior, and high intelligence—is set to go on sale in Hong Kong in the second half of the year. For channels, GAC plans to expand its retail channel network by adding one service center and one showroom in Hong Kong by 2025. For services, GAC will offer the "Hong Kong-Mainland Permit" service to meet consumers' vehicle usage needs across both regions. Furthermore, GAC plans to build 300 ultra-fast charging stations in Hong Kong and is advancing cooperation with ONTIME Mobility to deliver a more convenient mobility ecosystem in Hong Kong by 2028. A major highlight of the event was the global debut of the GOVY AirCab — one of the world's first multirotor flying vehicles to enter mass production. Trial operations are expected to begin this year in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, with customer deliveries scheduled by the end of 2026. Moving forward, GAC will leverage Hong Kong as a pivot to continuously advance its globalization strategy, focusing on quality, technology, service, and the industry chain ecosystem, aiming to deliver excellent mobility experiences to consumers.
