On November 2, the torch relay for the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as "the 15th National Games") was launched simultaneously in four cities: Hong Kong, Macao, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen.
At the Hong Kong torch relay ceremony, Feng Xingya, Chairman and President of GAC Group, successfully completed the torch relay as the 8th torchbearer. This marks Feng's return as a torchbearer for a major sports event after 15 years, having previously carried the torch for the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games. From the banks of the Pearl River to the shores of Victoria Harbour, Feng Xingya, with the torch as a medium, has witnessed GAC’s journey from China to the global stage, demonstrating the synchronized strides of a national automotive brand with the country's sports development.
Feng Xingya carried the National Games Torch in the relay
As the sole Official Automotive Partner of the 15th National Games and the Para & Special Games, GAC is leveraging technology to empower sports, providing comprehensive, high-quality service support for the torch relay in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao region. The entire torch relay process was supported by multiple GAC models for shuttle services, escort duties, and operational logistics, while cutting-edge technologies such as flying cars, embodied intelligent humanoid robots, and L4 high-level autonomous driving were deployed to enhance this nationally significant sports event jointly hosted by the three regions.
"Three regions united, four cities synced," 50 torchbearers crossed a 10-kilometer land-and-sea route
The torch relay for the 15th National Games innovatively adopted the format of being "linked across three regions and simultaneously relayed in four cities." With "passion, warmth, green, and ecology" as its overarching themes, the event showcased the Greater Bay Area's practice of Chinese modernization in a panoramic manner.
In Hong Kong, the torch relay spanned approximately 10 kilometers and involved 50 torchbearers. Starting from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Headquarters, the route passed by the Reunification Monument and Golden Bauhinia Square. The torchbearers then boarded a ferry at Wan Chai Pier to cross Victoria Harbour, disembarked in Tsim Sha Tsui, and concluded with a closing ceremony at Kai Tak Sports Park.
Chan Kwok-ki lighted the torch and passed it to Wong Chun-ting
At the starting ceremony, distinguished guests including Mr Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong SAR Government, Miss Rosanna Law, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Sum Fong-kwang, Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism; and Mr Yeung Tak-keung, Head of the National Games Coordinating Office, were in attendance. As Mr Chan Kwok-ki lit the torch and announced, "The Hong Kong leg torch relay of the National Games begins," Wong Chun-ting, a Hong Kong table tennis athlete and the first torchbearer, received the sacred torch and officially commenced the run, marking the prelude to Hong Kong's torch relay.
Feng Xingya passed the National Games Torch to Tse Kin-wang
Amidst the rising and falling cheers of Hong Kong citizens, Feng Xingya, the 8th torchbearer, received the National Games torch from Hong Kong rugby sevens player Salom Yiu Kam-shing and proceeded steadily along the Wan Chai waterfront. After passing the torch to Hong Kong volleyball player Tse Kin-wang, he successfully completed his torchbearing mission. This act not only conveyed the open and inclusive spirit of the Bay Area but also demonstrated the responsibility and commitment of GAC as a state-owned enterprise within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Feng Xingya interacted with cheering Hong Kong citizens and GAC employees
After nearly two hours of relay, as the final torchbearer, Hong Kong fencer Kaylin Hsieh, lit the cauldron, the sacred torch will be escorted back to Guangzhou for the torch merging ceremony, in preparation for the opening ceremonies of the 15th National Games.
Tech GAC Safeguards the Games with Safe, Efficient Mobility and Heartfelt Service
As the highest-level comprehensive sports event in China, the 15th National Games have set stringent requirements for transportation support. Relying on its leading intelligent NEV connected technology, and superior product quality, GAC provided strong mobility support through its extensive product lineup, “air-ground integrated” smart mobility capabilities, and years of experience in serving major events. For the Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao division, GAC supplied over 700 service vehicles across more than ten divisions, covering pure electric, hybrid, and fuel-powered models. All these vehicles formed a “full-power, full-scenario, full-region” mobility matrix, ensuring reliable and efficient transportation support for the Games.
E9 PHEV served as the command vehicle escorting the Hong Kong and Macao torch relay
During the Hong Kong torch relay, the E9 PHEV served as the command vehicle, escorting the torch throughout its journey and ensuring every handover was precise and orderly. Leveraging its rich experience in right-hand-drive vehicle, GAC also provided customized RHD versions of the E9 PHEV and HYPTEC HT as official service vehicles for the Hong Kong and Macao divisions, supporting the Games with low-carbon and green mobility solutions.
GAC provided 365 E9 PHEV and HYPTEC HT vehicles for the Hong Kong and Macao divisions
GAC also participated deeply in Guangzhou’s torch relay. In addition to providing the HYPTEC A800 as the command vehicle, GAC deployed 7 M8 vehicles and 3 Wuyang-Honda E-VO GT electric motorcycles, taking on multiple roles including pilot, inspection, and shuttle functions—fully integrating into the torch relay convoy and ensuring comprehensive on-site support.
GAC fleet escorted the Guangzhou torch relay
During the Guangzhou leg of the torch relay, GAC’s “Technology Fleet” made a dazzling debut. The GOVY AirCab flying car, the fourth-generation intelligent humanoid robot GoMate Mini, and the ONTIME L4 Robotaxi were showcased together, presenting a visionary picture of “air-ground integration, intelligent synergy” for the future of mobility. This vividly illustrated the dual empowerment of “Tech GAC” and the “Dynamic Greater Bay Area.”
GAC “Technology Fleet” showcased at Guangzhou relay
In addition, GAC established the Intelligent Mobility Service Center for the Games, operating 24/7 with full-process management and rapid emergency response mechanisms. This ensured the safe, efficient operation of service vehicles and provided a reassuring and heartwarming experience, fully demonstrating the outstanding guarantee capabilities of Chinese intelligent manufacturing.
Actively Fulfilling Social Responsibility to Build a New “Sports + Industry” Ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area
GAC has long been committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibility, actively supporting China’s national strategy of building a “Sports Power.” From the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games to the 2025 15th National Games, the venues may have changed, but GAC’s passion and commitment to the nation’s sporting development have remained constant. As the company’s business footprint continues to grow, its belief in innovation as the driving force of progress remains steadfast.
Over the years, GAC has taken responsibility by continuously supporting major sporting events with high-quality products and services, which has showcased the strength of China’s manufacturing industry while contributing its unique “GAC Power” to the nation’s sporting development—an embodiment of the deep integration between corporate responsibility and the sporting spirit. To date, GAC’s cumulative investment in social responsibility initiatives has exceeded RMB 3.3 billion.
Throughout its participation in the 15th National Games, GAC, rooted in Guangzhou and growing in the Greater Bay Area as a state-owned automotive enterprise group, has upheld the concept of “empowering sports through technology”. By providing high-quality products and comprehensive services to support the events, GAC injects strong momentum into the integration of sports and industry in the region. Through the “Sports + Industry” model, GAC further promotes regional cultural identity and economic synergy, helping the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area move toward a more sustainable, intelligent, and beautiful mobility future.
Looking ahead, from the Greater Bay Area to the global stage, GAC will continue to advance its “Sports + Industry” model, creating low-carbon, green, and intelligent mobility experiences for consumers worldwide. By contributing more Chinese wisdom and solutions to the global automotive industry, GAC will contine to write a new chapter for Chinese intelligent manufacturing.