Gasgoo Munich- On Feb. 27, Seres Group Vice President Kang Bo announced that AITO has secured an initial batch of 200 orders in the United Arab Emirates, marking its entry into the Middle East. Kang Bo noted that production of models adapted for the UAE market is already underway, with vehicles set for shipment and delivery once manufacturing is complete.
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The agreement follows prior planning. Earlier this month, AITO and Abu Dhabi Motors (ADM), a leading luxury dealer in the UAE, formally signed a strategic partnership agreement in Chongqing, China.
Under the agreement, ADM will handle sales, deliveries, and after-sales service for AITO's premium intelligent vehicles in the UAE. The dealer plans to build brand experience and service centers, providing a comprehensive user experience that matches AITO's high-end positioning. ADM will also drive localized marketing and brand promotion tailored to the market, helping AITO penetrate the region's premium consumer segments faster. Additionally, the two parties will collaborate on user service, market intelligence sharing, and resource integration to achieve long-term mutual growth.
Significantly, AITO had already completed software and hardware localization and secured local certifications by the time of the signing. Its flagship model, the AITO M9, began local test drives in the UAE, setting a precedent for Chinese brands collaborating with overseas users. With vehicles already positioned at the Port of Dubai, the brand is ready for immediate deliveries upon its official launch.
Securing this initial 200-unit order is a pivotal move in AITO's global expansion. As a core market in the Middle East, the UAE will serve as a central hub for AITO to expand across the entire region. The milestone signals that AITO's luxury intelligent NEVs have officially entered the substantive sales phase in the Middle East, with its globalization strategy steadily progressing.
