SHERIDAN, WYOMING – December 10, 2025 – At the Riyadh Motor Show 2025, Chinese carmaker GAC has made a bold statement: the future of everyday driving in Saudi Arabia is electric, smart and far more lifestyle-focused than ever before. With the official Middle East launch of its new energy vehicle ranges AION and HYPTEC, the brand is opening a fresh chapter for families, commuters and long-distance travellers who want both comfort and lower emissions.
AION & HYPTEC: Three Electric Answers to Saudi Everyday Life
On the show floor in Riyadh, GAC unveiled three new energy models designed for very different moments in daily life: the AION V, AION ES and HYPTEC HT. Together, they aim to cover classic family trips, efficient weekday commuting and premium long-distance travel.
Instead of pushing tech specs alone, GAC is clearly targeting real-world scenarios: family holidays from Riyadh to the coast, daily office runs through busy city streets, weekend escapes into the desert. Each model brings GAC’s experience in design, safety, intelligent tech and comfort to a market that is rapidly embracing electric cars as part of a more sustainable lifestyle.
For Saudi drivers, that means: less time at the petrol station, more time in a quiet, smooth cabin – without giving up space, style or features.
Service Confidence: 8-Year Warranties for Peace of Mind
Electric cars are still new territory for many buyers. GAC tackles this head-on with a service promise that’s meant to feel like a safety net. The brand is launching its “service first, customer first” philosophy in Saudi Arabia with long warranties and a strong local parts strategy.
- Vehicle warranty: up to 8 years / 160,000 km
- Battery warranty: up to 8 years / 200,000 km
- Parts supply at dealer level: target availability above 95%
For consumers, that translates into one thing: confidence. If you’re switching from a traditional fuel car, you want to know the battery is protected for years, and that your local workshop can get parts quickly. GAC is investing in exactly that, building its after-sales backbone while it introduces the new models.
From City Streets to Desert Highways: A Full Lineup on Show
At the Riyadh Motor Show, GAC didn’t just bring its new energy stars. It showcased eight models across three brands – GAC, AION and HYPTEC – from pure electric to classic combustion vehicles.
Alongside AION V, AION ES, HYPTEC HT and the performance-focused HYPTEC SSR, visitors could also discover fuel-powered favourites like the GAC GS8, GAC M8, GAC EMZOOM and GAC EMPOW. The message is clear: whatever your driving style – urban, professional or family-focused – there’s a GAC in the pipeline to match it.
For the region, this is more than a brand showcase; it’s a sign that the Middle East is becoming a key stage for global car launches, especially in the fast-moving new energy segment.
3 Ways GAC’s New Energy Cars Fit Saudi Lifestyles
To make the new AION and HYPTEC models easier to place in your own life, here are three quick lifestyle angles:
- Family road trips, less guilt
Long-range electric driving plus spacious interiors mean you can travel with kids, luggage and snacks – while reducing local emissions and engine noise. - Smooth commuting with smart tech
Built-in intelligent systems help with navigation, comfort and safety in busy city traffic, turning the daily commute into a quieter, more relaxed routine. - Status with substance
In Saudi Arabia’s evolving car culture, driving a high-tech EV is increasingly a statement – not just of style, but of forward-looking values and environmental awareness.
“Action in the Middle East”: GAC’s Long Game in Saudi Arabia
Behind the bright lights of the motor show sits a long-term strategy. GAC has been present in Saudi Arabia for more than seven years, building a user base and a brand image step by step. Now, with AION and HYPTEC, the company is accelerating its “Action in the Middle East” plan.
Under its “One GAC 2.0” vision, the brand positions itself clearly: in Saudi Arabia, for Saudi Arabia. That means deeper local integration, investments in service capabilities and a commitment to support the Kingdom’s broader transition towards new energy and a more diversified, sustainable economy.
For drivers, the takeaway is simple: electric and hybrid mobility in Saudi Arabia is no longer a distant future – it’s arriving in brightly lit show halls, dealership forecourts and, soon, on everyday roads from Riyadh to the Red Sea.
For more details on models, availability and local dealers, check GAC’s official channels and Saudi retail partners.