At the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, Chinese auto giant Great Wall Motor (GWM) revealed its ambitious new global strategy, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s evolution from a domestic manufacturer to a global automotive player. GWM showcased a diverse lineup under two major themes: “Smart Tech Lifestyle” (HAVAL, WEY, ORA) and “Off-Road Powerhouse” (TANK, POER, and SOUO Motorcycles).
MAHY Khoory Automotive, the official distributor of Dongfeng Motor Corporation in the UAE, unveiled the new Dongfeng 007 electric SUV at EVIS Abu Dhabi 2025. The region’s leading electric vehicle innovation summit took place from April 21 to 23 at the ADNEC Centre.
Zeekr, the premium electric arm of China’s Geely Holding Group, has taken the wraps off its upcoming flagship SUV, the Zeekr 9X. The new full-size luxury SUV made its official public premiere at 2025 Shanghai Motor Show and marks the debut of a new design direction for the brand.
Toyota has officially unveiled the bZ7 all-electric sedan at the 2025 Shanghai Motor Show, marking its first production EV under the GAC-Toyota joint venture to feature Huawei’s HarmonyOS cockpit system. The sleek electric four-door is set for a full launch later this year, with development led by a “Regional Chief Engineer” tailored explicitly for the Chinese market.
NIO made a major splash at the 2025 Shanghai Motor Show, showcasing 11 models and 12 Full Stack technologies under its three brands — NIO, ONVO, and firefly — as the company embarks on what it calls a “year of technological harvest.”
Jetour has unveiled an extended 7-seater version of its Jetour T2 SUV in China at the Shanghai Motor Show, now available in both petrol and plug-in hybrid variants. Dubbed the Jetour T2 Extended or T2 Plus, depending on the market, the new model offers more space and practicality while retaining the core features of the standard T2.
AGMC, the official distributor of Geely vehicles in the UAE, has launched the all-new 2026 Geely Cityray, a compact SUV that slots in between the Coolray and Starry models.
BAIC Qatar, under the distributorship of Future Motors, has officially launched the all-new BAIC BJ40 PRO SUV in the country with an event at the BAIC showroom in Barwa Commercial District.
EXEED has officially entered the UAE’s electric and hybrid vehicle market. The premium Chinese automotive brand, under Al Ghurair Mobility, unveiled a full range of new-energy vehicles, including fully electric and plug-in hybrid models, alongside the opening of its flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi.
Elite Group Holding, Jetour’s exclusive partner in the UAE, has announced a significant milestone: 230% year-on-year growth from 2023 to 2024. This achievement underscores the brand’s swift rise in the UAE’s competitive automotive market, driven by a bold product strategy and robust expansion efforts.