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You can now reserve the new GAC GS3 Emzoom

Dingdong Dantes is new GAC brand ambassador

Published Jun 20, 2023 06:49 am
GAC Motor Philippines has reason to celebrate this year, with record sales performance, a growing dealer network, and even more to come.

GS3 Emzoom


To share this achievement, the brand hopes to continue its strong 2023 momentum with the announcement of its latest model, the new-generation GS3 Emzoom. The GS3 Emzoom is the newest version of the brand’s GS3 crossover model. It serves as the new entry level vehicle in GAC Motor’s line-up. This latest version of the GS3 model is an evolution of GAC’s crossover SUV line, combining bold styling, lots of space, intelligent technology, and incredible performance in one package.
The new vehicles will be unveiled at a grand launch on June 30 before retail sales commence in July 2023. Nonetheless, those interested can already make reservations. The GS3 Emzoom starts at a special introductory price of P998,000 and will be offered in three variants. These variants are the GS (P998,000), GB (P1,098,000), and GL (P1,198,000). Customers can now reserve their own GS3 Emzoom at all GAC MOTOR dealerships nationwide or log on to [https://gacmotorph.com/all-new-gs3-sign-up/](https://gacmotorph.com/all-new-gs3-sign-up/) for online reservations and inquiries. All units come with a five-year warranty.

New brand ambassador

From left: GAC Motor executives, Jun Cajayon; Franz Decleodt; GAC brand ambassador, Dingdong Dantes; and Perry Lansigan.

The company also took the time to introduce its new brand ambassador for the Philippines, TV actor and host Dingdong Dantes. “We are honored to have Dingdong Dantes as our new brand ambassador for GAC Motor.  His achievements in his field prove his dedication, high standards, and commitment to quality, which are the same values we stand for in GAC. We strongly believe he is the perfect fit to our brand persona,” explained Jun Cajayon, brand head of GAC Motor, Astara Philippines. Cajayon further added that the brand’s collaboration with Dantes will enable GAC Motor to resonate with more customers as it drives towards becoming a brand that is more accessible and aspirational among Filipinos. “Being part of the GAC MOTOR family means sharing the same values with a brand that is not afraid to push boundaries and strive for excellence. I am honored to be part of this growing family of forward-thinking innovators, dedicated to driving more Filipinos closer to the GAC brand experience,” said Dantes, a multi-awarded actor and motoring enthusiast himself, thrilled to be the new brand ambassador of GAC Motor.

Record sales


GAC Motors Philippines is on an undeniable upward trajectory. The brand has achieved record growth in just the first quarter this year. Year-to-date sales soared to 244 percent. GAC Motor’s record performance from January to May was led by continuing strength in demand for the all-new GS8 and Empow, with the brand’s winning streak in sales being given another boost from the recently launched Emkoo. The company is also delivering on its commitment to open more dealer locations across the country, with 15 dealer locations fully-operational by July. The 15 dealerships are located in Alabang, Bacoor, Batangas City, Butuan, Cainta, Davao, E. Rodriguez Ave., Iloilo, Lipa City, Makati, Manila Bay, Pampanga, Pasig, Quezon Avenue, and Tarlac. Two more locations – Bacolod and Cebu – are slated to open in the third quarter of this year. “Our tremendous sales growth in the last five months are being driven by the terrific customer response to our latest vehicles, which offer the best value for money in the market today,” said Jun Cajayon, brand head of GAC Motor, Astara Philippines. “This growth momentum proves that more and more Filipinos are embracing the GAC Motor brand and appreciating the high-quality, reliability and fine craftsmanship of our vehicles.”
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