Guangzhou – September 10, 2026 -- GAC's overseas exports of proprietary brands hit 26,978 units in August, up 177% year-on-year, as the Chinese automaker's cumulative exports from January to August reached 172,008 units, a 136% YoY increase. GAC's total exports to date have approached 600,000 units.
Africa emerges as GAC's fastest-growing market with 881% YoY retail sales surge
August retail sales in Africa soared 881% year-on-year, making it GAC's fastest-growing overseas market this month. GAC International signed a localized production agreement in Egypt with Jameel Motors and officially entered Ghana, introducing a model lineup that includes the S7, GS8, and AION V.
Americas terminal sales climb 93% YoY as Uruguay breakthrough ranks GAC fifth overall
Terminal sales across the Americas grew 93% year-on-year in August, with several markets posting multi-fold growth. In July, GAC ranked fifth among all passenger vehicle brands and third among pure EV brands in Uruguay, capturing a 6.0% monthly market share. The AION V ranked second overall in SUV sales and first in compact SUV sales in Uruguay for July.
Southeast Asia sales rise 24% YoY led by 283% surge in the Philippines
Terminal sales in Southeast Asia grew 24% year-on-year in August, with the Philippines up 283%, Singapore up 89%, Thailand up 27%, and Indonesia up 24%. In Hong Kong, the GAC E9 ranked No. 1 among luxury MPVs in July, and GAC's cumulative sales from January to July ranked second among Chinese brands and third overall in the market.
GAC debuts first off-road model XT80 in the Middle East alongside GS7 PHEV
GAC has surpassed 100,000 users in the Middle East, maintaining a steady growth trend in the region. On August 28, the company made its overseas debut of the XT80, its first off-road vehicle, alongside the GS7 PHEV, which is scheduled to launch in the Middle East in September.
European retail sales jump 93% month-on-month, with Portugal up 167%
Retail sales in Europe rose 93% month-on-month in August, with the UK up 89%, Portugal up 167%, and Poland up 33%. Greece ranked second in pure EV sales in August, steadily increasing its market share in the region.