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GAC's May sales rise 8.18%, driven by its own brands and overseas markets
On June 3, GAC Group released its production and sales report for May 2026. Cumulative auto sales for the group exceeded 628,200 units from January to May, up 3.80% year-on-year; in May alone, sales climbed 8.18% to 127,300 units.
The new energy vehicle (NEV) segment stood out, with May sales surging 71.64% to 46,056 units. Over the first five months, NEV sales totaled 201,300 units, marking a 62.38% jump from the previous year.
Notably, GAC's proprietary brands are seizing the growth baton from joint ventures, while overseas markets have emerged as a new strategic breakthrough point.
Self-owned brands have become the absolute engine of GAC's growth. In May, combined sales of Trumpchi, HYPTEC, and AION hit 55,434 units — a 32.48% year-on-year rise.
GAC AION sustained a growth streak exceeding 60% monthly since March. May deliveries reached 31,946 units, a massive 74.76% surge, bringing the January-to-May total to 144,100 units — up 62.28%.
Great Wall Motor, TotalEnergies deepen global partnership with new joint R&D lab facility
Great Wall Motor (GWM) and TotalEnergies officially inaugurated the third phase of their joint laboratory program in Baoding on June 3, 2026, marking a new chapter in their long-standing partnership. Centered on joint technology development and global collaboration, the initiative will strengthen research into advanced lubricants for high-efficiency transmission systems while expanding localized supply cooperation in overseas markets.
Motovis secures designated contract for Chery's exported models
Motovis, a smart driving solutions provider, recently announced it has officially secured a project designation for export models from Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., industry sources report. This marks another significant milestone for the company's product portfolio and signals the continued expansion of its global footprint.
Motovis said the designation underscores its technical prowess, product capabilities, and engineering strength in the field of passenger vehicle intelligent driving.
This partnership deepens the collaboration between Motovis and Chery in overseas intelligent driving, marking another instance of Chinese technology achieving large-scale deployment on the global stage.
