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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Chinese brand GWM teases Ferrari-rivalling supercar
A Chinese supercar to rival established brands such as Ferrari? Indeed, a high-performance GWM is on its way, with the Baoding automaker teasing its upcoming halo model on its 35th anniversary. While the name that will adorn this GWM remains unconfirmed at this point in time, the company is looking to put their name on the supercar map with this new derivative. Teased by the brand on a Chinese social media platform, the mystery machine could only be 'seen' underneath a cover. Though, despite very little information being revealed to the public, the car is expected to be powered by the firm's 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain, which was unveiled at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show. The automaker's supercar project was confirmed in April by chief technology officer Wu Huixiao, who highlighted that the vehicle had been under development for five years, as it must not only deliver exceptional performance, but also remain reasonably attainable as far as supercars go. In addition to the expected PHEV arrangement – the internal combustion (ICE) component of which is sited midships – that will power the firm's halo car, it will feature a carbon-fibre monocoque chassis. Power and torque outputs, and performance figures remain unconfirmed, though Huixiao says the company's first supercar will outperform the Ferrari SF90. As a reminder, the Italian supercar's PHEV setup produces a total system output of 735kW for a claimed 0-100km/h sprint time of 2.5s and top speed of 340km/h. GWM hasn't announced an official debut date for its supercar yet. However, it is speculated that it will be unveiled before the end of 2025. Click here to browse thousands of new and used vehicles here with CARmag! Related The post Chinese Brand GWM Teases Ferrari-Rivalling Supercar appeared first on CAR Magazine.
Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Gulf Insider
Chinese Manufacturer is Aiming to Take Ferrari and Mclaren
A Chinese manufacturer, Great Wall Motors (GWM), best known for its electric hatchbacks, is creating its own PHEV supercar with a custom hybrid powertrain that aims to take on Ferrari and McLaren. As the new age of manufacturing has well and truly dawned, the fastest cars on the planet are combining the signature engines of old with zippy new motors. Marrying the thrust of electricity with the roar of combustion engines, these best-of-both-world supercars are the future. Now, one Chinese manufacturer is making the massive step from standard road cars to PHEV, AKA Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, supercar making, and it's wildly optimistic. Already, Chinese manufacturers have crafted some undeniably great supercars. Specifically, the YangWang U9 is one of the best in the business, capable of dancing and bunnyhopping, setting blistering records, and looking good in the process. Now, other manufacturers are looking to replicate BYD's success on this front. Specifically, hatchback and SUV maker GWM has been building its own PHEV supercar for five years, and has even crafted a custom 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine to join the electric motors in the powertrain. GWM The unnamed car has yet to be unveiled in full, however. In fact, we know little more than the fact that it will have a carbon fiber cabin, as GWM pulled in the help of some European counterparts, given 'no company in China can do a good job' with the popular material. Aside from that, and the engine, which is expected to pump out 600hp alone, the Chinese racer is shrouded with mystery. However, the company thinks it can challenge the best of the best in the hybrid division, including the Ferrari SF90 and McLaren Atura. The PHEV supercar era is well and truly stacked, as of 2025. McLaren has come out swinging with the Atura, and will be combining successes on all fronts with the W1. Lamborghini also came out swinging with the Revuelto's dual-motor and V12 combo, earning over 1,000hp. And, the Corvette ZR1X is showing that America can hold its own here too. GWM has tipped its hat at the Ferrari, though, as Chairman Wei Jianjun was recently snapped driving a Rosso red SF90. Having been asked about it, Chief Technology Officer, Wu Huixiao, simply said: 'What we do is definitely better than theirs.' Still, Ferrari ripped up the script on hybrids with the seriously impressive 296 Speciale coming in 2026. Ferrari These hybrid electric-combustion racers are certainly a step towards a faster future, but don't expect a full EV lineup of supercars just yet. Click here to read more Also read: 'We'll Do It Ourselves!' Dutch Vigilantes Stop Cars At German Border In Protest Over Illegal Migration Source
The Sun
7 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Great Wall Motor's first supercar to have a 4.0L V8 plug-in hybrid?
GREAT WALL MOTOR (GWM) has officially revealed a glimpse of its first-ever supercar, marking a bold entry into the high-performance automotive segment. Unveiled by Chairman Wei Jianjun on the company's 35th anniversary, the yet-to-be-named model is set to feature a self-developed 4.0-litre V8 engine paired with a plug-in hybrid system, positioning it as a formidable contender against BYD's all-electric Yangwang U9. The teaser image, shared on Wei Jianjun's official Weibo account, showcases the prototype cloaked in a black film, with the GWM chairman and company executives gathered around it. Though heavily covered, the car's long proportions, sloped bonnet, and muscular rear haunches suggest a mid- or rear-mounted engine layout. Prominent air intakes situated in front of the rear fenders reinforce expectations of a performance-focused design. The only difference between the U9 and this is that this does not feature the huge swan neck spoiler. The supercar has been in development for several years, with reports tracing its origins back to 2021. GWM formally committed to the project in January 2025, during its general meeting, which also marked the initiation of a new luxury division internally codenamed 'BG'. That same month, the company filed a new trademark, '自信汽车' (Zixin Qiche or 'Confidence Auto'), with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), signalling a new direction under a premium sub-brand. Further confirmation of the project came in April 2025, when GWM's Chief Technology Officer, Wu Huixiao, disclosed that the company had been consistently developing the supercar for five years. She noted that a significant portion of that time was devoted to balancing engineering ambition with cost control, an indication of the company's strategic planning to ensure feasibility without compromising on performance or innovation. The powertrain at the heart of this supercar is GWM's proprietary 4.0-litre V8 engine. While detailed performance specifications remain undisclosed, the V8 will be paired with an electric component as part of a plug-in hybrid setup, offering both high output and extended efficiency, in line with the latest trends in hybrid supercar engineering. Though GWM has yet to release full details, the vehicle is expected to enter the Chinese domestic market at a price exceeding one million yuan. This places it directly in competition with the BYD Yangwang U9, which has garnered attention for its quad-motor setup delivering 1,287hp and 1,680Nm of torque.
Auto Car
23-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Car
The company that gave us the Ora Funky Cat is about to take on Ferrari with a PHEV supercar. Yes, seriously...
Great Wall Motors, the Chinese manufacturer of the Ora 03 and Haval Jolion Pro, is poised to take on the Ferrari 296 and McLaren Artura with a new flagship supercar. The surprising news was revealed by company chairman Wei Jianjun, who posted a photo on China's Weibo social media platform to mark the 35th anniversary of Great Wall Motors (GWM), showing the company bosses gathered around the cloaked silhouette of what is obviously a sleek, mid-engined supercar. Earlier this year, Great Wall's chief technology officer Wu Huixiao confirmed to Chinese media that the firm had been working on a supercar for five years, revealing that it has a carbon tub and promising that it "will be better" than European rivals, after chairman Jianjun was seen driving a Ferrari SF90. Hebei-based GWM is one of China's oldest and largest vehicle manufacturers, having delivered 1.23 million vehicles globally last year. Along with the Ora and Haval marques it sells here, it owns pick-up manufacturer Poer (due in the UK soon), premium crossover brand Wey and Tank - an off-road SUV maker. The supercar is expected to be the first model from a newly established range-topping brand called Confidence Auto, which will be positioned far above GWM's existing brands as a rival to compatriot BYD's Yangwang marque - itself set for an imminent European roll-out. More specifically, GWM's supercar will be a close rival to the Yangwang U9, a 1250bhp, 240mph super-EV that can jump on the spot and has gone around the Nürburgring in 7mins 18secs - making it one of the fastest production EVs at the German track. GWM has yet to offer any indication of how its new flagship stacks up against the U9, but it could be among the first models to use the company's new self-developed 4.0-litre V8, which it revealed at the Shanghai motor show earlier this year. Aside from confirming that it uses a pair of turbochargers, GWM has yet to reveal any specifications of its new V8, but reports suggest it could put out as much as 600bhp and 590lb ft on its own. The supercar's combustion motor, though – whether the V8 or perhaps GWM's older V6 – will be part of a performance-focused plug-in hybrid powertrain – similar to the McLaren Artura, Ferrari 296 and Lamborghini Temerario – so its total outputs will be far greater. GWM has yet to confirm a reveal date, but the Guangzhou motor show – one of the biggest events in the Chinese automotive calendar – takes place at the end of November.
The Citizen
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
GWM plans on beating Ferrari in the supercar game
Hundreds of millions of Yuan later, and claiming they have managed to overcome challenges other performance automakers haven't, Great Wall Motor (GWM) is now planning on rivalling the likes of Ferrari. Despite its dominance in the electric vehicle race, China isn't ready to put the internal combustion engine out to pasture just yet. Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag. GWM, better known for bakkies and burly SUVs, has unveiled a new twin-turbo 4.0-litre petrol V8 and is developing a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel — signs that the old-school grunt still has a place in its future for many global markets, like South Africa. But that isn't exactly new news since being revealed at the Shanghai Auto Show, the real headline here is that the Chinese automaker is cooking up a Ferrari-beating supercar. Related: GWM Debuts New Electrified V8 Engine at Shanghai Auto Show In an eyebrow-raising interview posted on Weibo (China's version of X), GWM's chief technology officer Wu Huixiao claimed the still-secret sports car would be 'better than a Ferrari'. Bold words from a brand whose most recognisable product abroad might be the Funky Cat hatchback. But Huixiao insists GWM's Baoding HQ has been quietly developing the project for five years, studying rivals closely. GWM has reportedly brought in Nürburgring specialists to advise on chassis dynamics. But it hasn't been smooth sailing and Huixiao admitted to difficulties with producing the car's carbon fibre tub, and escalating costs have delayed its debut. The powertrain also remains a mystery. That new V8 is reportedly too large for the application, leaving options open: Either an adapted smaller engine or something entirely new. Related: GWM Unveils New Logo During Future Roadmap Unveiling at Shanghai Auto Show With leaps and bounds made in electrification, some early speculation points towards a plug-in hybrid setup. The goal of this according to Huixiao is a car that 'spikes adrenaline, causes an explosion of hormones, and dopamine'. All PR jargon at the expense of some precarious Chinese to English translations aside, it seems as though the next segment the Chinese automaker has set its sights on is the holy grail of them all. It may be a tall order expecting buyers wanting pinnacle performance to trade their Maranello steed in exchange for one from Baoding, but time will tell if the Chinese automaker can put its money where its mouth is… Browse thousands of new and used cars here with CARmag. The post GWM Plans on Beating Ferrari in the Supercar Game appeared first on CAR Magazine.
