On May 8, the highly anticipated Malaysia Autoshow 2025， (for short “MAS 2025”) officially opened at the MAEPS. On the opening day, representatives from GAC INTERNATIONAL and dealership partner joined over 100 mainstream media to witness this milestone showcase GAC. GAC brand ambassador Jack Lim also made a special appearance, experiencing the luxurious charm of the M8 PHEV firsthand. As one of the major exhibitors, GAC presented a grand and futuristic booth, fully demonstrating its technological strength and innovation capabilities.
At the show, GAC made a powerful debut with a brand-new lineup of five models, covering petrol, hybrid, and electric vehicles, presenting a diverse portfolio that underscored its innovative edge and growing brand appeal. Among the highlights was the M8 PHEV, first plug-in hybrid MPV appeared in Malaysia, which officially opened for pre-orders. Built around comfort, safety, and versatility, the M8 PHEV combines the efficiency of electric driving with the flexibility of a combustion engine—effortlessly adapting from daily commuting to long-distance travel. Its debut instantly captured the spotlight.The futuristic HYPTECH HT, offered in both gullwing version and standard door version, turned heads with its sci-fi aesthetics and intelligent cockpit. Meanwhile, the AION V, pure electric SUV of GAC, impressed with its trend-setting design and extended range performance, redefining the limits of EV travel and instantly winning over the audience.
The M8 PHEV made a stunning debut as the first plug-in hybrid MPV on sell in Malaysia. Integrating craftsmanship with advanced PHEV technology of GAC, the M8 PHEV delivers long range, luxurious comfort, intelligent hybrid capability, and comprehensive safety—redefining the standards for premium family mobility. Representatives from GAC INTERNATIONAL and its dealership partners jointly unveiled the model and announced the official start of pre-orders.According to dealership representatives, the M8 PHEV sets a new benchmark with its flagship-level configuration and performance, while driving a greener transformation in the luxury MPV segment.
At the event, GAC brand ambassador Jack Lim made another appearance, lauding the M8 PHEV for its luxury features and impressive ride quality. This appearance followed his earlier visit to GAC’s R&D center and factories, where he experienced autonomous driving and observed the flying car—footage that quickly went viral on social media, with the video surpassing one million views.At the show, he shared his admiration for smart technologies of GAC and voiced excitement for the future development of the brand.
GAC’s presence at Malaysia Autoshow 2025 served not only as a platform to demonstrate its strength, but also marked a strategic leap in deepening its Asian blueprint. It was the first time that brands under GAC showcased under a unified banner in Malaysia, embodying the “One GAC 2.0” strategy through “dual-brand synergy and shared technology” to drive localized innovation.As one of the fastest-growing auto markets in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is not only a core hub of the ASEAN economy but also a key strategic pivot in the global roadmap of GAC. Leveraging localized production via CKD facilities, a 20-outlet sales network, and proven success of models like the GS3 EMZOOM, GAC has built strong momentum in the Malaysian market.Looking ahead, GAC will continue to build on the foundation of “Top-tier Quality and Pioneering Technology ”, thus to accelerate the introduction of new energy and hybrid models, deepen collaborative innovation with local partners, and optimize its service ecosystem around user needs—firmly embedding the philosophy of “service-first, customer-first” into Malaysia’s mobility landscape.