GAC Philippines hosts first dealer conference under self-operated model
GAC International Philippines, Inc. successfully hosted the 2026 GAC Philippines Dealer Conference on February 27, uniting its dealer network from across the country under the theme “Building Success Together as ONE GAC.” This milestone marked the first dealer gathering organized under GAC’s fully self-operated local presence, reflecting the brand’s commitment to strengthening its operations and market positioning in the Philippines.
The event provided an opportunity for the company to reinforce its strategic philosophy of One Brand, One Channel, and One Service, ensuring consistent standards across sales, service, and overall customer experience. Dealers from Metro Manila, North Luzon, South Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao participated in a signing ceremony, highlighting nationwide collaboration and demonstrating long-term confidence in GAC’s structure, investments, and direction in the Philippine market.
Strategic direction and dealer alignment under ONE GAC
During the conference, GAC Philippines underscored the advantages of its self-operated model, emphasizing faster parts availability, more efficient aftersales support, and closer coordination with dealers nationwide. “The change to self-operation shows our strong confidence in the local market. It also means we will invest more resources, strengthen the local team, and fully support all partners for win-win growth,” said Steven Wang, Senior Vice President of GAC International.
Dealers received an exclusive preview of GAC Philippines’ expanding 2026 product lineup, designed to reflect versatility and customer-focused mobility solutions. The showcased vehicles included the GS8 HEV, AION UT, HYPTEC HT, AION V, AION Y Plus, E8, and GN8 PHEV, spanning internal combustion, hybrid, and full-electric offerings. A special focus was given to building market awareness around the GS8 HEV, including the upcoming Limited Edition, positioned as a benchmark in hybrid luxury for the Philippines.
GS8 HEV: a premium crossover with hybrid innovation
The GS8 HEV combines a commanding seven-seater design with the Mega Wave THS hybrid system, delivering improved fuel efficiency without compromising performance. Its 2.0T hybrid powertrain generates a maximum output of 40 kW and 121 Nm of torque, offering smooth and refined driving dynamics.
The premium crossover will be open for pre-orders in the Philippines starting March 2026. Customers can visit the nearest GAC dealership or register interest online through the official website at https://www.gacgroup.com/en-ph for further details on specifications, pricing, and availability.
