Featuring exclusive seasonal offers and test drives for its premier hybrid and electric roster, including the AION UT, AION V, E8 HEV, and GS4 MAX HEV.
Real-world capability meets zero-anxiety driving at the 2026 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival. GAC Philippines brings its powerhouse New Energy Vehicle roster, headlined by the AION UT, AION V, E8 HEV, and GS4 MAX HEV, to the outdoor tracks of SM MOA. Experience firsthand the intelligent power, premium comfort, and structural peace of mind that keep drivers coming back to the GAC badge.
MANILA, Philippines | November 10, 2026 — GAC Philippines is gearing up to power the holiday driving season as it presents its expanding lineup of new energy vehicles (NEVs) at the upcoming 2026 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival, happening from November 12 to 15, 2026 at the SM MOA Concert Grounds.
Headlining GAC Philippines' showcase for the festival are four key models that define the brand’s dynamic growth in 2026: the AION UT, the AION V, the E8 HEV, and the GS4 MAX HEV.
GAC’s featured roster highlights the brand's versatile push into sustainable performance across different lifestyles. The stylish AION UT electric hatchback brings smart, zero-emissions efficiency for daily urban commutes, while the AION V mid-size electric SUV utilizes GAC’s ultra-safe Magazine Battery 2.0 to deliver over 600 km of range alongside 20-minute fast-charging capabilities. For families, the E8 HEV multi-purpose vehicle blends flexible multi-seater comfort with advanced parallel hybrid power, accompanied by the GS4 MAX HEV, a sharp compact hybrid SUV engineered for high fuel economy, dynamic driving, and practical daily utility.
Visitors to the GAC Philippines booth during the festival can test-drive these highlighted models and take advantage of exclusive event-only financing packages and special seasonal pricing across the entire portfolio. Customers purchasing and taking delivery of a brand-new AION UT or AION V will also receive a complimentary 7-kW Wall Charger alongside a Free Two-Year Preventive Maintenance Service (PMS) program.* See below for the complete breakdown of discounted SRPs and promotional offers across the GAC Philippines lineup:
|
Model |
Variant |
Standard SRP |
Special Offer Discount |
Discounted SRP |
|
Aion UT |
Elite |
₱1,068,000 |
₱70,000 |
₱998,000 |
|
Aion V |
Elite |
₱1,498,000 |
₱80,000 |
₱1,418,000 FREE 2-Year PMS & GAC 7kW Wall Charger |
|
Premium |
₱1,698,000 |
₱100,000 |
₱1,598,000 FREE 2-Year PMS & GAC 7kW Wall Charger |
|
|
GS4 MAX |
HEV |
₱1,298,000 |
₱80,000 |
₱1,218,000 |
|
E8 HEV |
GL |
₱1,858,000 |
₱80,000 |
₱1,778,000 |
|
GX |
₱1,998,000 |
₱80,000 |
₱1,918,000 |
|
|
GN6 |
ICE |
₱1,298,000 |
₱100,000 |
₱1,198,000 |
|
GN8 PHEV Executive |
PHEV |
₱3,488,000 |
₱150,000 |
₱3,338,000 |
|
GS8 HEV |
HEV |
₱2,488,000 |
₱150,000 |
₱2,338,000 |
|
Emkoo |
HEV |
₱1,480,000 |
₱100,000 |
₱1,380,000 |
|
Emzoom |
GB |
₱1,039,900 |
₱100,000 |
₱939,900 |
|
R-Style |
₱1,139,900 |
₱100,000 |
₱1,039,900 |
|
|
Hyptec HT |
Premium |
₱2,260,000 |
₱100,000 |
₱2,160,000 |
|
Ultra |
₱2,580,000 |
₱100,000 |
₱2,480,000 |
*Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-268201 Series of 2026.
“On behalf of GAC Philippines, I extend our warmest congratulations to the Auto Focus team for organizing this year’s Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival. To cap off 2026 on a high note, we are proud to feature our expanding lineup of new energy vehicles, the AION UT, AION V, E8 HEV, and GS4 MAX HEV, which have all received a warm reception from local drivers. Our goal at this festival is to share these innovations even further, empowering modern, sustainable mobility for more Filipino families while offering exclusive event offers as we close out a remarkable year of growth,” said Calvin Cheng, President of GAC Philippines.
Organized annually by Sunshine Television (STV), the four-day outdoor event gives automotive enthusiasts, holiday shoppers, and prospective buyers an immersive, hands-on opportunity to test-drive and inspect GAC’s latest generation of hybrid and electric vehicles at the SM MOA Concert Grounds.
Admission to the Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival is free and open to the public.
With manufacturing expertise shaped by over two decades of collaboration with Toyota and Honda, and growing strength in electrification and intelligent mobility, GAC brings together proven craftsmanship and next-generation technology—Where Craft Meets Technology.
GAC Philippines supports its owners through a nationwide network of 33 dealerships, a dedicated parts warehouse, two years of free roadside assistance, and tailored warranty coverage. ICE models (EMZOOM and All-New GN6) include a 5-year or 150,000 km warranty, whichever comes first. EV models (HYPTEC HT, AION UT, and AION V) carry an 8-year or 160,000 km basic warranty, along with an 8-year or 200,000 km plan for the traction battery and electric drive, applicable up to the specified milestone. PHEV and HEV models (GS4 Max HEV, E8 HEV, GN8 PHEV, and GS8 HEV) offer a 5-year or 150,000 km basic warranty, complemented by an 8-year or 150,000 km policy covering the power battery, driving motor, and motor control unit.
To explore the lineup or book a test drive, visit a GAC dealership near you or check out gacgroup.com/en-ph/test-drive. Follow @gacmotorph on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
About GAC International Philippines
GAC International Philippines, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of GAC International, the global arm of the GAC Group—a Fortune Global 500 powerhouse ranked No. 181 in 2024. As a key market in GAC’s global expansion, GAC International Philippines, Inc. serves as the official steward of the brand's commitment to delivering world-class, intelligent, and sustainable mobility solutions to Filipino consumers. Moving forward, the brand will place an even greater focus on enhancing customer experience at every touchpoint.
Under the "ONE GAC" strategic framework, GAC International Philippines, Inc. integrates a premium multi-brand portfolio including GAC MOTOR, AION, and HYPTEC. The company offers a versatile lineup that balances the reliable performance and fuel efficiency of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) models with the cutting-edge technology of new energy vehicles, such as the ultra-safe Magazine Battery 2.0 and the ADiGO intelligent ecosystem.
GAC International Philippines, Inc. is dedicated to providing a "zero-anxiety" ownership experience through a localized and responsive support network. To better and faster meet the specific needs of Filipino consumers, a dedicated local spare parts warehouse has been established in the country, ensuring a stable supply of genuine components and significantly reducing service turnaround times. All operations adhere to the GSSW (GAC Global Sales & Service Way) standards, guaranteeing that every Filipino customer receives world-class technical support and high-quality service throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle.
