(Government and enterprise leaders from both China and Chile participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony)
Recently, the highly anticipated The China Automotive Brand Exhibition (Chile) grandly opened at the Lesko Convention Center in Santiago, the capital of Chile. As an important representative of Chinese automotive brands, GAC showcased its flagship products and cutting-edge technologies, engaging with numerous industry partners to explore collaboration in the China-Chile automotive industry and contributing to the development of green mobility in Chile.
Opening Ceremony Fosters Unity, Government and Enterprises Explore New Opportunities
This exhibition assembled key representatives from both the Chinese and Chilean governments and enterprises. Ma Keqiang, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Chile, Jorge Daza Lobos, Acting Minister of the Chilean Ministry of Transport and Communications, and other distinguished guests attended and addressed the event. Country Manager of GAC INTERNATIONAL, Zhong Weijia, and Marketing Manager of GAC MOTOR Chile SpA, Carmen Gloria Franzini, were invited to attend and actively participated in this important event of the China-Chile automotive industry exchange.
Jorge Daza Lobos, Acting Minister of the Chilean Ministry of Transport and Communications, mentioned in his speech that Chile is fully promoting the development of electrification and sustainable transportation. Thanks to cooperation with Chinese enterprises, over 2,500 electric buses are currently operating in the capital’s public transportation system, with an additional 1,800 buses to be added by the end of the year.
(Speech by Jorge Daza Lobos, Acting Minister of the Chilean Ministry of Transport and Communications)
Over the past decade, Chinese automotive brands have successfully won the favor of Chilean consumers with advanced technology and excellent cost-effectiveness. From January 2024 to May 2025, 42% of the 158 certified electric vehicle models in Chile will come from China; in the market for zero-emission or low-emission vehicles, Chinese brands account for 35%. These two sets of data fully demonstrate the competitive edge of Chinese automobiles.
GAC’s Strength: Helping Chile Achieve a New Chapter in Green Mobility
As a backbone of China’s automotive industry, GAC has always adhered to the development concept of “Innovation, Intelligence and Green.” This time, GAC brought several new energy vehicle models that meet the demands of the Chilean market. With exceptional endurance, leading intelligent connectivity technology, and outstanding safety performance, these models won widespread attention from the guests at the exhibition.
【Guests posing for a photo at the GAC booth】
(Second from the left is Jorge Daza Lobos, Acting Minister of the Chilean Ministry of Transport and Communications, and second from the right is Ma KeQiang, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Chile)
GAC deeply agrees that electrification is not only an environmental choice but also provides users with lower operational costs and more convenient experiences. Currently, Chile has over 1,260 charging facilities, and the charging network continues to expand, providing a solid foundation for the popularization of new energy vehicles. With ultra-long endurance and the local charging infrastructure, GAC models are fully capable of meeting the daily travel needs of Chilean consumers.
(Interior of a GAC exhibition vehicle)
During this visit to Chile, GAC not only showcased the core strength of Chinese automotive brands but also actively fulfilled its global mission of green development. In the future, GAC will continue to deepen its overseas market presence, driving the development of sustainable mobility with innovative technology, and contributing to the creation of a more environmentally friendly and efficient global transportation system!