China's leading auto brand, GAC Motor has released its two flagship variants, the GS8, a 7-seat SUV, and the elite GA8 sedan, in Qatar and Kuwait. The launches mark a major step forward in GAC Motor's evolution into an international automaker and affirm the company's dedication to provide the most valuable automotive products and services to consumers across the world.

The guests present during the event included the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China in the State of Qatar, Mr. Li Chen; Economic and Commercial Counselor, Mr. Yang Song, and Economic and Commercial Consellor of the People's Republic of China in the State of Kuwait, Mr. Cheng Rongru as the development of Chinese brand in global market has been supported by China government.

The 7-seat SUV GS8 and the elite GA8 sedan are both high-end automobiles equipped with GAC Motor's latest second-generation 320T engines. The body of GS8 is made completely of 95% high-strength steel to meet the North American SUV roof anti-force standard. It integrates intelligent driving assistance such as a 9th-generation extreme edition of ESP (Electronic Stability Program), a 360-degree panorama visual imaging system, an ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) system and eight airbags. Released in China in October 2016, the GS8 has impressive performance and has become the best-selling vehicle in April among all full-size SUVs in the market.

The GA8 not only has GAC Motor's best engine, gearbox and chassis, but possesses a refined and luxurious interior configuration and exterior design. With Low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) natural material and PM 2.5 purification filter in the interior, the aims to deliver an environmentally friendly driving experience. The GA8 has the same powertrain as the GS8 and the same extensive host of safety driving features that can help navigate, raise collision alerts and actively assist in braking.

Yu Jun, president of GAC Motor, remarked that GAC Motor has been developing by high-end positioning, quality-first principle, and innovation-driven advancement, while the release of the GS8 and GA8 in Middle East is a key step for the company to enter global market as an international automaker that excels in research, manufacturing and sales.

"Focusing on top markets is our start point of widening the distribution channel. We will continue to consolidate our presence in Belt and Road Initiative countries and other emerging markets while expanding global business and entering North American and European market with a mid- to high- brand image."