Jameel Motors UK to convey new Chinese language model GAC to UK

Jameel Motors UK will convey new Chinese language model GAC to the UK early subsequent yr with two fashions confirmed to kick off gross sales in Q1 2026.

The primary fashions would be the Aion V SUV and what has been beforehand described as China’s reply to the Mini, the Aion UT hatchback EV. Extra fashions are deliberate for the UK sooner or later.

Jameel has confirmed the Aions will probably be accessible by means of choose franchised retail community companions.

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The deal to distribute GAC fashions within the UK follows on from Jameel’s partnership in Poland with the model.

Wayne Wei, GAC Worldwide president, stated: “GAC’s entry into the UK marks an important step in its internationalisation technique.

“As we set foot on this dynamic market, GAC is dedicated to bringing industry-leading merchandise and first-class providers to UK customers.”

Jasmmine Wong, Jameel Motors chief govt, stated: “The three way partnership with GAC represents a shared imaginative and prescient and an thrilling alternative to satisfy the UK’s rising demand for smarter, cleaner passenger autos.

“Led by buyer choice and guided by our experience, we’re dedicated to staying forward of traits and delivering first-class options which can be each modern and sustainable.”

GAC factfile:

• GAC is a prime 5 automotive producer in China and ranks as quantity 181 within the Fortune International 500.
• GAC operates joint ventures with Toyota and Honda.
• GAC has a European design studio in Milan, Italy.
• GAC’s enterprise spans seven main sectors: R&D, full autos, auto elements, power and ecosystem, worldwide operations, commerce and mobility, in addition to funding and finance.
• The enterprise has already expanded internationally, with gross sales markets throughout the Center East, Southeast Asia, Jap Europe, Africa and America, in a complete of 84 international locations and areas worldwide.
• Abroad gross sales of its self-branded autos surpassed 100,000 models for the primary time in 2024, a 92.3% year-on-year improve.