GAC Group reported year-on-year sales growth in February, according to an official statement obtained by Gasgoo on March 1, 2026. Driven by a three-pronged strategy—stabilizing joint ventures, strengthening proprietary brands, and expanding its ecosystem—the automaker posted strong results for the first two months of the year. That performance lays a solid foundation for its broader turnaround ambitions in 2026.
Data shows GAC Group sold 203,100 vehicles in the first two months of the year—a 3% annual increase—holding steady amid fierce market competition. Notably, overseas sales of its proprietary brands surged 86% to 25,100 units, underscoring the momentum of its globalization push.
Proprietary Brands Lead Growth, Heavyweight New Models Await Launch
Proprietary brands stole the show in the first two months, with sales climbing 43.25% to over 84,800 units. That surge made them the primary engine of group growth. GAC Aion led the charge with sales surpassing 33,300 units—a 48.69% jump—while GAC Trumpchi also delivered, moving 51,500 vehicles for a 39.92% gain.
Aion's rally is fueled by its star performers. The Aion i60, launched last November, has ranked among the top two A-class electric SUVs for two straight months and dominates the A-class dual-power SUV segment. To cement that lead, the brand rolled out the Aion i60 210 Success Edition on March 2—a move poised to inject fresh momentum.
Meanwhile, the much-anticipated HYPTEC A800—a new luxury smart flagship sedan—is set to hit the market on March 4. As one of the first models equipped with Huawei's Qiankun ADS V4.1 autonomous driving system, the A800's technological leap is expected to sharpen GAC's edge in the high-end electric vehicle sector.
GAC Lingcheng, which focuses on new energy commercial vehicles, also posted standout results. Sales jumped 166.18% to 362 units, making it one of the fastest-growing units within GAC's proprietary portfolio.
Among joint ventures, GAC Toyota maintained steady momentum. Sales climbed 11.94% to 104,100 units in the first two months, with February alone surging 15.28% to 41,500 vehicles. The automaker's first D-class luxury electric flagship, the Bozhi 7, opens pre-orders on March 5. Meanwhile, the Bozhi 3X electric SUV has already racked up over 100,000 orders and is set for a major OTA upgrade on March 18 to enhance the user experience. GAC Honda is also bouncing back: February sales soared 102.3% month-on-month. Its flagship Accord model ranked first in residual value among joint-venture mid-size sedans for the fourth consecutive year, according to the China Automobile Dealers Association's 2025 report—a testament to its enduring product strength and brand value.
Overseas Markets Break New Ground; Tech Ecosystem Expansion Accelerates
Building on a strong start to the year overseas, GAC's proprietary brands kept up the pace in February. Single-month overseas sales hit 11,125 units—a 114% year-on-year spike. Across several regional markets, GAC's proprietary models have already climbed into the top ranks.
In Southeast Asia, January registrations in Thailand surged 438% from a year earlier, while GAC's sales in Cambodia ranked among the top three Chinese brands. In Latin America, GAC vehicles cracked the top three for all EV brands in Colombia. The GS8, a standout model, also secured a spot in the top three for Chinese large SUVs in Kuwait.
Expansion in Europe is gaining traction, too. GAC has established eight outlets in Poland, while terminal sales in Greece jumped 233% month-on-month in January. Across the Americas, the group has entered 12 countries and regions in South America, making it the Chinese automaker with the broadest footprint in the Western Hemisphere.
Beyond its core auto business, GAC is making strategic moves in tech innovation. In February, the group announced the spinoff of Guangdong Huilun Technology, marking a new phase of independent development and scalable growth for its robotics arm. Operating as a standalone entity, Huilun will absorb all of GAC's smart robotics operations, focusing on the R&D, production, sales, and service of embodied intelligent robots.
Notably, the fourth-generation GoMate Mini humanoid robot has entered pilot deployment, with core functions adapted and verified for security scenarios. GAC plans to accelerate small-scale use in the security sector, optimize costs through in-house component production, and refine its service network, with mass production targeted for 2027.
There's also progress in the low-altitude economy. GOVY, GAC's flying car venture, has completed its Guangzhou factory and kicked off trial production in January, with the first vehicle set to roll off the assembly line this month. The company has already introduced the GOVY AirJet for mid-to-short range travel and the GOVY AirCab for short urban hops. The AirCab has secured nearly 2,000 orders and is currently undergoing airworthiness certification, with deliveries expected to begin by the end of 2026.
The year 2026 marks the start of China's 15th Five-Year Plan and a pivotal juncture for the three-year "Panyu Action." Spanning traditional autos, new energy, smart driving, flying cars, and humanoid robots, GAC is leveraging a diversified tech portfolio to hit its targets. With precise execution and a focus on results, the group is pushing to unlock high-quality growth. And with a barrage of major model launches in March, GAC is poised to deliver an even stronger performance in the first quarter of 2026.
