A representative from GAC Vietnam stated that this incentive program aims to establish a new standard in the premium vehicle ownership and usage experience. For the GAC M8, users will receive a 7-year genuine warranty, 7 years of free 24/7 roadside assistance, and 7 years of free labor for periodic maintenance.

The large MPV model GAC M8 in Vietnam. *Photo: GAC*

Additionally, GAC M8 buyers will receive free labor and replacement parts for 7 years or 150,000 km, whichever comes first. This added free maintenance policy will help users reduce vehicle ownership costs over many years, a rare after-sales program in Vietnam's large MPV segment.

"With the GAC M8, we offer a premium vehicle, building a sustainable ownership value system where users benefit from clear, practical advantages over the long term", said Euwin Goh Hong Yu, general director of GAC Vietnam. For the GAC GS8, the company offers a financing policy starting from 16 million VND per month, through financial partners. This model has a listed price starting from 1.269 billion VND.

The GS8 SUV model on the street. *Photo: GAC*

The GAC M8 belongs to the large MPV segment, positioned as a premium vehicle targeting business professionals who prioritize image and a distinct travel experience. Its exterior features an impressive, large grille with vertical chrome bars extending from the hood to the front bumper. The company named its headlights "Awakening Eye", inspired by the "lion king's gaze", offering adaptive automatic adjustment and guiding lights.

The interior highlights independent second-row seats, integrated with massage, cooling, heating functions, an air purification system, and a panoramic sunroof with a starlight effect. The vehicle uses a 2.0 turbocharged engine and an 8-speed Aisin automatic transmission. The M8's airbag system, named "matrix" by the company for its 360-degree optimization, combines nearly 20 safety features such as: fapa automatic parking assist, and advanced driver assistance systems.

In the 7-seat SUV segment, the GAC GS8's exterior highlights include a V-shaped chrome grille, dual headlights, and 20-inch alloy wheels. It uses a 2.0 turbocharged engine producing 248 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed Aisin automatic transmission. The vehicle utilizes the Megastar chassis platform, developed by GAC, featuring independent suspension and smart driver assistance technology.

The cabin uses premium materials, large dual screens, a 3-zone independent automatic climate control system, and a panoramic sunroof. GAC's SUV features various safety technologies and smart driver assistance, enhancing the driving experience in diverse real-world situations.

Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC Group), a Fortune Global 500 company for 11 consecutive years, ranked 165th in 2023. It has nearly 20 years of joint venture and manufacturing experience with Toyota and Honda in the Chinese market.

In Vietnam, in 2024, the GAC brand is distributed by Tan Chong Group through its subsidiary, TC Services Vietnam (TCSV). Tan Chong, a major automotive group in Malaysia, has operated in Vietnam's automotive industry for nearly two decades, owning a global-standard assembly plant in Da Nang. Additionally, the group exclusively distributes GAC AION's gasoline, PHEV, and pure electric vehicle lines in the Malaysian market.

(*Source: GAC*)