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Lynk & Co to become Geely Motor Philippines subsidiary

New model to launch in Q4

Published Aug 14, 2026 12:20 pm  |  Updated Aug 14, 2026 01:06 pm

At A Glance

  • Lynk & Co cars will now be distributed by Geely Motor Philippines (GMP) and will function as its subsidiary.
  • Formerly distributed by United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), the brand will be officially integrated into the Geely group in the Philippines, aligning with its global operations.
  • In the fourth quarter of 2026, Lynk & Co will introduce the 900, a high-tech, full-size SUV targeted at the premium PHEV segment.
Lynk & Co cars will now be distributed by Geely Motor Philippines (GMP) and will function as its subsidiary. Formerly distributed by United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI), the brand will be officially integrated into the Geely group in the Philippines, aligning with its global operations. This realignment is part of the "One Geely" strategy to escalate its long-term investment in the Philippine market.
Under Geely’s established local operational foundation and resource capabilities in the Philippines, Lynk & Co can enhance its market responsiveness, accelerate product introduction and market expansion, and continuously address the evolving demands of local consumers for premium mobility. Lynk & Co also plans to accelerate the development of its sales and service network, establishing a more solid localized foundation for the brand's long-term growth.
"We sincerely appreciate United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) for their continuous support and contributions to Lynk & Co's growth in the Philippines," said Mr. Ye Qin, General Manager of ASEAN RHD Business Unit, Geely Auto International Corporation. "Since Lynk & Co entered the Philippine market, UAAGI has actively driven the brand's local market development, laying a foundation for expanding our presence and serving local consumers.”
“The Philippines remains a crucial market for Lynk & Co’s long-term development. Moving forward, we will continue to increase our investment in the Philippine market, enrich our product lineup, optimize our sales and service infrastructure, and enhance user experience, delivering better mobility experiences tailored to local consumer needs."
A new flagship model
Despite the move, Lynk & Co has no plans of slowing down. In the fourth quarter of 2026, Lynk & Co will start its brand refreshment in the Philippines and progressively introduce a new generation of premium products under the GMP operating framework. Among these is the Lynk & Co 900, a high-tech, full-size SUV targeted at the premium PHEV segment.
As Lynk & Co’s flagship SUV, the Lynk & Co 900 centers around exceptional space, comfort, safety, delivering a refined experience that seamlessly balances comfort and smart capabilities for family premium travel. Driven by its flagship-grade capabilities, the Lynk & Co 900 is set to meet the diverse needs of Filipino consumers seeking high-quality family mobility, introducing a compelling new option to the local premium new energy market.
The Lynk & Co 900 is scheduled to launch in the Philippines in the fourth quarter of 2026, with detailed product specifications and launch arrangements to be disclosed in due course.

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