GAC Group

What GAC Group does

GAC Group (Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd., 广汽集团) is a major Chinese state-owned automotive conglomerate, incorporated in 1997 and headquartered in Guangzhou. The company manufactures and sells passenger vehicles across multiple brands (GAC/Trumpchi for mainstream ICE and PHEV, AION for dedicated BEVs, HYPTEC for premium electric SUVs, and AISTALAND for premium intelligent NEVs co-created with Huawei), and operates joint ventures with Toyota and Honda. The company also has expanded into adjacent verticals: GAC INPOW produces semi-solid-state energy storage cells, GOVY manufactures eVTOL flying cars, and the GoMate humanoid robot program extends into embodied AI. GAC has produced over 30 million cumulative vehicles and serves customers across 102 countries.

GAC's technology portfolio includes the proprietary Magazine Battery 2.0 (with 2,000°C temperature resistance and 80% improved cooling efficiency), the ADiGO intelligent driving ecosystem supporting L2++ to L4 autonomy, the AEP 3.0 electric platform, the GMC DHT hybrid system (with certified fuel consumption under 3L/100km), the X-Soul EE Architecture (50x computing power improvement), and the Starship body structure. Strategic partnerships extend capabilities: Huawei provides Qiankun ADS 5 and HarmonyOS Cockpit for AISTALAND, CATL supplies customized Kirin battery packs and battery-swapping network access, WeRide delivers WRD 3.0 ADAS across nearly 30 GAC models, and Magna operates European production. Six overseas manufacturing bases support localization.

GAC generates revenue primarily through one-time vehicle sales across ICE, HEV, PHEV, and BEV powertrains, with growing contribution from new energy vehicles (71.64% YoY surge in May 2026) and overseas markets (140% YoY export growth). Reported 2023 operating income reached RMB 502.303 billion (~$69.6B). Customer base spans individual consumers across price segments from entry-level (GS3 Emzoom Nova in South Africa) to premium luxury (E9 Premium MPV in Hong Kong at HK$569,000), plus fleet and corporate buyers in EV taxi segments (Thailand leadership) and lower-tier Chinese markets via SINOPEC partnership service stations. Distribution encompasses 696+ international sales outlets, regional service brands (GAC CARE), and direct-to-consumer showrooms with growing online channels (GAC APP).

Name

GAC Group

Legal name

Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.

Website

https://gacgroup.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

GAC Group manufactures and sells passenger vehicles across ICE, hybrid, and electric powertrains through brands including GAC/Trumpchi, AION, HYPTEC, and AISTALAND, serving individual consumers and fleet buyers across 102 countries with proprietary battery, autonomous driving, and platform technologies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Passenger Vehicles / Automotive Manufacturing

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing (3361), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Engines & Turbines (3510)

akta.pro primary industry

Passenger Vehicle Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing (ICE) (IMACAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hybrid Powertrain Integration Manufacturing (ICE-HEV/PHEV modules) (IMACAHAJ), Battery Pack & Module Manufacturing (EV) (IMACACAA), Automotive Infotainment, Telematics & Connectivity Hardware Manufacturing (TCU/V2X/GNSS) (IMACAJAH)

Keywords

• Automotive manufacturing
• Electric vehicles
• Plug-in hybrid vehicles
• Intelligent driving systems
• Automotive components

Headquarters

HQ city

Guangzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Vehicle Manufacturing and Sales: GAC Group's primary revenue stream from manufacturing and selling automobiles across three major brands: GAC (Trumpchi), AION, and HYPTEC. The company produces ICE vehicles, HEVs, PHEVs, and BEVs. Total 2026 sales reached 127,300 units in May with 628,200 units from January-May.
2. New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Sales: Rapidly growing segment including AION brand electric vehicles and HYPTEC premium EVs. NEV sales surged 71.64% to 46,056 units in May 2026. Includes AION UT, AION V, AION Y, HYPTEC HT, and plug-in hybrids like E9 and M8 PHEV.
3. Joint Venture Operations: Revenue from joint venture operations including GAC Toyota and GAC Honda, which contribute significant sales volumes though with shared profits. GAC Toyota posted 13.45% growth while GAC Honda declined 72.42%.
4. Overseas/International Business: Growing international revenue stream with exports reaching 28,386 units in May 2026 (140% YoY growth). Cumulative exports January-May totaled 98,861 units. Key markets include Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Europe. Company targets 250,000-300,000 annual exports.
5. Energy Storage Systems: GAC INPOW subsidiary develops and sells semi-solid-state energy storage cells and large-scale energy storage systems. Launched world's first mass-produced 587Ah semi-solid-state energy storage cell at Intersolar Europe 2026, targeting European market expansion.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

GAC Group manufactures and sells passenger vehicles across ICE, HEV, PHEV, and BEV powertrains through multiple brands (GAC/Trumpchi, AION, HYPTEC, AISTALAND). The company also develops proprietary EV battery technology, autonomous driving systems, energy storage solutions, and eVTOL flying cars through subsidiaries such as GAC INPOW and GOVY. Operations span R&D, manufacturing, sales, and after-sales service across 102 countries.

Product overview

GAC Group (Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd.) is a major Chinese state-owned automotive corporation incorporated in June 1997, producing over 29.7 million vehicles cumulatively with total industrial output of RMB 4.8 trillion. The company operates a multi-brand portfolio strategy comprising four distinct sub-brands: GAC/Trumpchi (mainstream ICE and PHEV vehicles including EMPOW sedan, GS3 EMZOOM/GS4 MAX/GS8 SUVs, M6 PRO/M8 MPVs), AION (dedicated pure electric vehicle brand with models AION ES/UT sedans, AION Y/V SUVs featuring GEP 2.0 platform and Magazine Battery technology), HYPTEC (premium luxury electric SUV brand featuring distinctive design and advanced intelligent driving), and AISTALAND (premium intelligent NEV brand co-created with Huawei featuring Qiankun Intelligent Driving ADS 5 and HarmonyOS Cockpit). Beyond vehicles, GAC Group has expanded into energy storage (GAC INPOW with industry-first 587Ah semi-solid-state cells), urban air mobility (GOVY AirCab eVTOL flying car), and robotics (GoMate humanoid robot). The company's intelligent technology ecosystem ADiGO supports Level 2++ to Level 4 autonomous driving across its brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GAC: Mainstream brand covering SUV, MPV, sedan, and hatchback models including S7, EMPOW, GS4, GS8, M8, M6
• AION
• HYPTEC
• AISTALAND
• INPOW
• GOVY
• GOVY AirJet
• GoMate

Products and services

• GAC Brand (Trumpchi) Mainstream Vehicles Mainstream internal combustion and plug-in hybrid vehicle brand under GAC Group. Includes sedans (NEW EMPOW), SUVs (GS3 EMZOOM, GS4 MAX, ALL New GS8, EMKOO), and MPVs (M6 PRO, M8) targeting mass-market consumers globally.
• AION Electric Vehicles Dedicated pure electric vehicle brand from GAC Group featuring sedans (AION ES, AION UT), SUVs (AION Y, AION V), and hatchbacks built on the GEP 2.0 platform with Magazine Battery technology and L2+ intelligent driving. Targets entry-level to mid-range global EV markets.
• HYPTEC Premium Luxury EVs Premium luxury electric SUV brand featuring models like HYPTEC HT with gull-wing doors, premium materials, and advanced intelligent driving capabilities. Targets high-end EV market with luxury positioning.
• AISTALAND Premium Intelligent NEV Brand (with Huawei) Premium intelligent new energy vehicle brand co-created by GAC Group and Huawei. Initial models include GT7 shooting brake (tri-motor AWD, 0-100 km/h in 2.98s, CLTC range 900 km) and GX7 SUV. Brand operates over 300 stores in 70+ Chinese cities.
• GAC E9 Premium Luxury MPV Luxury plug-in hybrid MPV with right-hand-drive variant for Hong Kong and cross-border markets. Features smart hybrid technology, five-display digital cockpit with Snapdragon 8155P chip, L2 intelligent driving, 16-point massage seats, and SDC electromagnetic suspension.
• GAC S7 Electric SUV Electric SUV (sold as GS7 in Mexico) featuring PHEV and EREV variants with 1020 km combined range (CLTC), 150 km pure electric range, 36.3 kWh hybrid magazine battery, L2 ADAS with 3R1V sensor suite, triple-motor AWD, and 30 m² luxurious leather-wrapped interior.
• GAC INPOW Energy Storage Systems Energy storage solutions from GAC INPOW subsidiary, including the world's first mass-produced 587Ah semi-solid-state energy storage cell with proprietary oxide-polymer electrolyte, plus 6.25 MWh large-scale liquid-cooled energy storage systems with AI-based predictive diagnostics and triple-layer security protocols. Targets European market expansion via Munich launch.
• GOVY AirCab eVTOL Flying Car Human-sized multicopter eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft) for urban low-altitude commuting, manufactured at AS9100D-certified facility in Guangzhou with 100-unit annual capacity. Future versions planned with solid-state batteries for extended range.
• GoMate Humanoid Robot Third-generation embodied intelligent humanoid robot featuring 38 degrees of freedom, variable wheeled mobile structure (four-wheel and two-wheel modes), self-developed dexterous hands, and multimodal AI perception.
• ADiGO Intelligent Ecosystem Platform GAC's integrated intelligent technology ecosystem comprising ADiGO PILOT (intelligent driving), ADiGO SPACE (intelligent cockpit), ADiGO CC (connected car), and ADiGO FLOW (digital services). Supports Level 2++ to Level 4 autonomous driving with multi-sensor fusion and mapless pure vision options.

Quantifiable outcome

• 179% YoY global sales increase for AION V in April 2026
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

AI capability7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Toluca FC (Mexico)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 June 2026Two-year strategic partnership announced May 19, 2026, running until 2028. Aligns with 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by United States, Canada, and Mexico. Designed to build brand recognition in Mexico as GAC prepares to open assembly plant, transitioning from importer to local producer.
• CR Flamengo (Brazil)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 June 2026Football sponsorship partnership leveraging global football tournament coverage to promote GAC S7 electric SUV (launched as GS7 in Mexico). Partnership part of broader sports marketing matrix across Latin America including Brazil, Colombia, Bolivia, and Uruguay.
• Sydney FC (Australia)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 June 2026Strategic partnership announced May 27, 2026, making GAC Premium Partner of Australian A-League football club. Includes match day activations at Allianz Stadium, fan engagement experiences, player appearances, digital content collaborations, and support for Sky Blue Pathways community initiatives. Reinforces 'In Australia, For Australia' motto.
• Huawei QiankuncoreTechnology or Integration · 26 June 2026Deep technology partnership for AISTALAND premium intelligent EV brand. GAC Group and Huawei jointly created AISTALAND featuring Qiankun Intelligent Driving ADS 5, HarmonyOS Cockpit, and Chitu Platform. GT7 shooting brake launched June 2026 with five trims (209,900-329,900 CNY). GX7 SUV debuted simultaneously with production planned for H2 2026. Brand operates over 300 stores in 70+ Chinese cities.
• WeRidecoreTechnology or Integration · 26 June 2026Autonomous driving technology partnership deploying WeRide WRD 3.0 ADAS solution across GAC models. Aion N60 featuring WRD 3.0 on Qualcomm Snapdragon platform launched. Nearly 30 design wins across GAC Group brands. WRD 3.0 achieved six consecutive wins at China Urban Intelligent Driving Competition. Solution reduces data collection costs by over 75%.
• GAC INPOW (European Expansion)minorOthers · 24 June 2026GAC Group's wholly-owned energy storage subsidiary debuted at Intersolar Europe 2026 in Munich. Launched world's first mass-produced 587Ah semi-solid-state energy storage cell. Plans to establish European sales and technical service center by October 2026.
• Shell and Ruqi MobilitycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 June 2026Charging infrastructure partnership for Hong Kong market under ACTION 2.0 plan. Plans to build 22 charging stations with 88 fast chargers and achieve interconnectivity across 32 stations with 102 chargers. Shell ultra-fast charging partnerships support GAC's NEV expansion in Hong Kong.
• Lucky Motor Corporation (Pakistan)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 18 June 2026Joint brand and product launch event in Karachi, Pakistan marking GAC's entry into Pakistani market. Four vehicle models launched including HYPTEC HT, AION V, AION UT, AION ES. 'Pakistan Action' strategy with 'In Pakistan, For Pakistan' localization approach and showrooms in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad.
• Beijing Hengkuan, Guangzhou Zhidu Cultural Tourism, Shenzhen Zhongke TianyuminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 June 2026Strategic partnerships for GOVY AirCab flying car demonstration bases and commercial deployment. Partners include regional corporate and tourism entities supporting initial market demand for urban low-altitude mobility.
• SINOPEC Guangdong Oil Products CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2026Launched China's first integrated 'energy + auto' service station in Suixi, Zhanjiang. Combines gas refueling with vehicle sales and maintenance services. Leverages Sinopec's site network and GAC's automotive expertise for one-stop experience. Model to be replicated across lower-tier China markets.
• Jameel Motors (UK)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 28 May 2026Strategic partnership for AION brand launch in UK on May 28, 2026. Jameel Motors serves as primary distribution partner with flagship dealership opened in Slough. GAC committed to localized approach with future products meeting Euro NCAP 5-star safety standards across EV, PHEV, and HEV models.
• Magna SteyrcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 28 April 2026Manufacturing partnership for AION UT production at Magna's Graz, Austria facility. Enables European localization with design from GAC's Milan design center. Vehicle priced from €27,990 in European markets (Finland, Greece, Poland, Portugal, Italy). Strategic shift from exports to local production.
• CATL (Contemporary Amperex Technology)coreTechnology or Integration · 21 April 2026Battery technology partnership for AISTALAND vehicles. CATL co-develops customized Kirin battery packs with GAC. CATL also partnered for Qijing Auto (another GAC-Huawei brand) strategic financing exceeding 1 billion yuan. Additionally, CATL and GAC part of battery swapping network partnerships.
• BoschcoreTechnology or Integration · 17 April 2026Co-development of WRD 3.0 ADAS solution with WeRide, deployed across GAC models. Also partnered for Qijing Auto strategic financing. WRD 3.0 achieved record six consecutive wins at China Urban Intelligent Driving Competition with Chery Exeed Sterra ES.
• Millonarios FC (Colombia)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 March 2026Strategic partnership announced March 30, 2026, strengthening GAC presence in Colombian market as part of broader Latin American sports marketing strategy. Partnership leverages football's popularity in Colombia for brand building and localization efforts.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• BYD Company: China's largest NEV manufacturer with multi-brand portfolio (Dynasty, Ocean, Denza, Yangwang, Fang Cheng Bao) and vertically integrated battery production. Most direct competitor to GAC in EV/NEV segment with comparable multi-powertrain strategy and aggressive global expansion.
• Geely Automobile Holdings: Chinese multi-brand auto group (Geely, Lynk & Co, Zeekr, Polestar, Volvo) producing passenger vehicles across all powertrains with significant export business. Directly comparable to GAC in multi-brand structure, powertrain diversification, and globalization strategy.
• Chery Automobile: Chinese state-owned automaker with strong export focus (top Chinese vehicle exporter) and growing NEV portfolio (Chery, EXEED, OMODA, JAECOO brands). Highly comparable to GAC in Chinese OEM profile with strong international expansion similar to GAC's 'One GAC 2.0' strategy.
• Great Wall Motors: Major Chinese private automaker with multi-brand portfolio (Haval, Tank, Ora, Wey) and strong SUV focus. Directly comparable to GAC in multi-brand passenger vehicle manufacturing with significant R&D investment in NEV, intelligent driving, and overseas expansion.

Broad incumbents

• SAIC Motor: China's largest state-owned automaker with extensive JV portfolio (SAIC-Volkswagen, SAIC-GM) and own brands (Roewe, MG, Maxus). Comparable to GAC in JV-heavy revenue model, state-owned status, and multi-brand passenger vehicle manufacturing.
• Dongfeng Motor Corporation: Major Chinese state-owned auto group with extensive JV portfolio (Dongfeng-Nissan, Dongfeng-Honda, Dongfeng-PSA) and own brands. Similar to GAC in state-owned status, JV-dependent revenue model, and multi-brand passenger/commercial vehicle manufacturing.
• Changan Automobile: Chinese state-owned automaker with JV partnerships (Changan-Ford, Changan-Mazda) and own brands (Changan, Deepal, Avatr, Oushang). Comparable to GAC in Chinese state-owned passenger vehicle manufacturing with growing NEV portfolio and intelligent driving technology.
• FAW Group: One of China's largest state-owned auto groups with JVs (FAW-Volkswagen, FAW-Toyota) and own brands (Hongqi, Bestune, Jiefang). Comparable to GAC in Chinese state-owned passenger vehicle manufacturing, JV-heavy structure, and premium brand (Hongqi) parallels to GAC's AISTALAND and HYPTEC premium positioning.

Emerging players

• NIO Inc. Chinese premium electric vehicle manufacturer with advanced battery swap technology, autonomous driving capabilities, and direct sales model. Comparable to GAC's premium EV brands (HYPTEC, AISTALAND) in targeting high-end NEV segment with intelligent driving differentiation.
• XPeng Inc. Chinese smart EV company focused on advanced ADAS and intelligent cockpit technology. Comparable to GAC's ADiGO intelligent driving platform and AISTALAND's Huawei partnership in the smart EV technology race, with overlapping target customer segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GAC_MOTOR
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/GACMotorOfficial/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/GargashGACMotorUAE
• Instagraminstagram.com/gac_motor

Compliance7 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments1 record

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