A number of new Chinese car brands are set to launch in the UK in the coming months as manufacturers look to continue their global expansion.
Jameel Motors is partnering with popular Chinese brand GAC to roll out a new range of electric vehicles across the UK in the coming years.
The joint venture, which has been described as "innovative", is one of the first of its kind with a Chinese manufacturer in the UK market.
Two new electric models will be available from GAC through Jameel Motors, including the C-segment AION V SUV, and the B-segment AION UT hatchback.
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AION, which is a subsidiary of GAC, will begin selling vehicles through select retail partners across the UK, with first customer deliveries expected in the first few months of 2026.
Additional models are expected to be sold through the AION line-up, with further details about pricing to follow.
Jameel Motors already sells electric vehicles in the UK via its Farizon Auto brand and the SV electric van, which retails for £45,000.
The SV has an impressive all-electric range of up to 342 miles, a charging time of just 36 minutes and a max gross payload of 1,350kg.
Jasmmine Wong, CEO of Jameel Motors, stated: "The joint venture with GAC represents a shared vision, and an exciting opportunity to meet the UK's growing demand for smarter, cleaner passenger vehicles.
"Led by customer preference and guided by our expertise, we're committed to staying ahead of trends and delivering first-class solutions that are both innovative and sustainable."
Chery UK has also confirmed that the Tiggo 7 will be launching at a price of £24,995 for the 1.6-litre TDGI engine and £29,995 for the Super Hybrid.
The Wuhu-based manufacturer is moving forward with its popular Tiggo 7 model, which has proven to be a success in China and around the world for many years.
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The Super Hybrid variant has an impressive range of 745 miles, including 56 electric-only miles, which can fast charge from 30 to 80 per cent in just 20 minutes.
Chery UK is already operating in the UK through sister brands Omoda and Jaecoo, which have achieved an impressive two per cent of the market share, despite launching just nine months ago.
Deputy Country Director of Chery UK, Farrell Hsu, said: "Chery International has proudly developed, manufactured, and exported the Chery Tiggo line-up for over 20 years, with millions of drivers worldwide choosing our SUVs for their blend of style, technology, and practicality.
"Now, with the Chery Tiggo 7, we believe the time is right to introduce this versatile compact crossover SUV to UK buyers."
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Another Chinese brand, GWM, will be accelerating its expansion in the UK with a new "rough, tough and go-anywhere contender" set to be introduced soon.
The new vehicle will launch in September this year, with details, pricing and specifications set to be released next month.
GWM - which stands for Great Wall Motor - already has five model lines, with ORA being the only line planned for sale in the UK.
Earlier this year, GWM UK transitioned to the "One GWM" platform, which already operates around the world. The Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid SUV is already on sale in the UK.