GAC’s Remarkable Overseas Growth: A Snapshot
GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 8, 2026 — In August, GAC Motor continued its ambitious journey with remarkable growth in its overseas markets. Their latest exports of proprietary brands hit 26,978 units, marking an astounding year-on-year increase of 177%. Cumulatively, from January to August, GAC exported a total of 172,008 units, representing a robust 136% rise. These figures showcase their aggressive global strategy, with cumulative exports nearing the impressive milestone of 600,000 units.
Record-breaking Sales in the Americas
In the Americas, GAC experienced commendable growth, particularly evident in August, where terminal sales soared by 93% year-over-year. Countries within the region demonstrated varying degrees of exceptional growth. A major highlight from July was GAC’s breakthrough in Uruguay, where it broke into the top five passenger vehicle brands for the first time, alongside ranking third among pure electric vehicle (EV) brands. This achievement translated to a monthly market share of 6.0%. Notably, the AION V captured the second position in overall SUV sales, while topping the charts in compact SUV sales within Uruguay.
Southeast Asia’s Thriving Market
Southeast Asia also played a significant role in GAC’s overseas success, with terminal sales increasing by 24% year-on-year in August. The Philippines stood out with an impressive sales surge of 283%, while Singapore and Thailand recorded increases of 89% and 27%, respectively. Indonesia trailed with a commendable 24% growth. What made Hong Kong particularly impressive was the GAC E9, which ranked as the top luxury MPV in July, contributing to overall sales that positioned GAC as the second Chinese brand and third overall from January to July in the region.
Africa: The Fastest-Growing Market
Africa emerged as GAC’s fastest-growing overseas market in August, with retail sales skyrocketing by 881% year-on-year. This dramatic growth is attributed to GAC’s strategic moves, including a localized production agreement in Egypt with Jameel Motors and the formal entry into Ghana. GAC introduced flagship models such as the S7, GS8, and AION V to cater to varied consumer preferences, boosting its presence and brand recognition on the continent.
Steady Growth in the Middle East
In the Middle East, GAC maintained a consistent upward trajectory, gaining the trust of over 100,000 users regionally. On August 28, GAC marked an important milestone with the overseas debut of the XT80, its first off-road vehicle, alongside the unveiling of the GS7 PHEV. This model is set to launch in the Middle East in September, adding to the growing variety of vehicles in GAC’s offerings.
Breakthroughs in Europe
GAC’s performance in Europe was equally impressive, with retail sales surging 93% month-on-month in August. Pivotal contributions came from the UK, which recorded an 89% increase, while Portugal witnessed a robust growth of 167%. Poland’s sales increased by 33%. A noteworthy achievement was Greece’s emergence as the second-largest market for pure EV sales during this period, signaling a steady increase in market share.
A Testament to Global Expansion
These impressive results not only reflect GAC’s strategic advancements in its overseas expansion program but also serve as a strong indicator of Chinese automotive brands making significant strides on the global stage. The recognition and growing acceptance of GAC’s vehicles by users worldwide illustrate a transformative moment in international automotive markets.
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