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GAC lines up EV and hybrid SUVs for Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival

Published May 6, 2026 08:31 pm

At A Glance

  • GAC Philippines will showcase the AION V, HYPTEC HT, GS8 HEV and EMKOO HEV at the 2026 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival.
  • The lineup covers full EV and hybrid SUVs, including the AION V with more than 600 km of range and the HYPTEC HT with dual-stage electric gullwing doors.
  • Introductory pricing runs until May 31, 2026, with additional event reservation discounts of up to ₱20,000 through GAC Philippines' partner program with BPI.
  • The Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival is organized by Sunshine Television, with free public admission.
GAC Philippines will bring four electrified SUVs to the 2026 Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival, giving visitors a chance to test drive the Aion V, Hyptec HT, GS8 HEV and Emkoo HEV during the event.
The Auto Focus Summer Test Drive Festival will run from May 7 to 10, and is organized annually by Sunshine Television. The festival features multiple vehicles available for public test drives and retail activity. Admission is free.
“This 2026, we are thrilled to provide another hands-on experience for Filipinos to enjoy the new energy lineup of GAC,” said Steven Wang, Senior Vice President of GAC International. “We invite everyone to experience the cutting-edge difference firsthand, embodying our commitment to electrified performance and sustainable luxury.”
The Aion V will represent GAC’s full electric SUV range at the festival. The mid-size EV is powered by GAC’s Magazine Battery 2.0 and has a stated driving range of more than 600 km. It can fast charge to 80 percent in about 20 minutes.
The Hyptec HT brings GAC’s flagship electric SUV offering to the test drive event. The five-seater EV features dual-stage electric gullwing doors, a cabin trimmed in Nappa leather, and ultra-fast charging capability that can bring the battery to 70 percent in 15 minutes.
The GS8 HEV pairs a 2.0-liter turbocharged Mega Wave powertrain with the fourth-generation Toyota Hybrid System. The hybrid SUV produces 190 PS and 320 Nm.
The Emkoo HEV uses a full parallel hybrid system. GAC positions the compact SUV with a sharper exterior design and a more style-led character within its local hybrid range.
GAC Philippines is offering introductory prices for the four models until May 31, 2026. The Aion V Premium is priced at ₱1,418,000, down from its ₱1,498,000 suggested retail price. The Aion V Ultra is priced at ₱1,598,000, reduced from ₱1,698,000.
The Hyptec HT Elite is available at an introductory price of ₱2,160,000 from its ₱2,260,000 SRP, while the Hyptec HT Premium is priced at ₱2,480,000 from ₱2,580,000.
For the hybrids, the GS8 HEV is offered at ₱2,338,000 from ₱2,488,000, while the Emkoo HEV is priced at ₱1,380,000 from ₱1,480,000.
Customers who reserve any of the four vehicles during the event may also receive an additional cash discount of up to ₱20,000 through GAC Philippines’ exclusive partner program offer with BPI.
GAC Philippines said its local ownership support includes 30 dealerships nationwide, a dedicated Manila parts warehouse, and aftersales standards under GAC Global Sales & Service Way. The company also offers warranties of up to five years for internal combustion models and eight years for EVs, along with two years of free roadside assistance for new owners.
The festival gives prospective buyers a chance to sample GAC’s EV and hybrid SUVs in one venue, with the event discount program running alongside the brand’s current introductory pricing.

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