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GAC Begins European AION V Production at Magna's Graz Plant

Local assembly positions the Chinese automaker to expand via partnerships and service networks.

Overview

  • Serial production of GAC’s AION V electric SUV is underway at Magna’s facility in Graz, Austria.
  • The companies unveiled the vehicle assembly program on November 20 as a step to localize EV output in Europe.
  • The AION V holds a five-star Euro NCAP rating, reinforcing its credentials for European customers.
  • GAC has launched the model in Finland, Poland and Portugal and plans further market entries through new partners and sales and service networks.
  • Magna’s Graz operation can build internal combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles on shared lines, with executives citing flexibility and capacity for efficient localization.