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Subsidiary of Guangzhou automobile group that produces electric vehicles

Guangzhou, ChinaFounded 2017Transportation
Valuation $10–50B Last recorded · 2022
Headcount 100–500 Current team size
Total funding $2.5–5B Disclosed equity funding
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About GAC Aion

GAC Aion New Energy Automobile Co., Ltd. operates as the electric vehicle (EV) arm of the state-owned Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group). It was established on July 28, 2017, as GAC New Energy Automobile, representing a strategic pivot by its parent company to concentrate on the new energy vehicle sector. Initially a wholly-owned subsidiary, the company rebranded to GAC Aion in November 2020 to operate as an independent brand. The formation was spearheaded by executives and engineers from various divisions within GAC Group, with Feng Xingya serving as the current Chairman.

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The company's business model is centered on the research, development, production, and sale of new energy automobiles, primarily generating revenue through direct vehicle sales. GAC Aion targets a wide consumer base with a dual-brand strategy. The Aion brand focuses on the mainstream market, including a significant presence in the ride-hailing sector, while the premium Hyptec brand (formerly Hyper) targets the high-end luxury segment. The company has diversified its revenue streams by investing in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and energy management solutions. While profitable on a consolidated level through its parent company's joint ventures, GAC Aion itself has been operating at a net loss as it invests heavily in growth and market share acquisition. A significant milestone was the completion of its A-round financing in October 2022, which raised approximately $2.5 billion and valued the company at over 103 billion yuan.

GAC Aion offers a portfolio of battery electric vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, built on its dedicated GAC Electric Platform (GEP). Key models under the Aion brand include the Aion S, Aion Y, and Aion V. The premium Hyptec brand features models like the Hyptec SSR sports car, Hyptec GT sedan, and Hyptec HT SUV. The company is noted for its in-house development of core technologies, including its "Magazine Battery" safety technology, ultra-fast charging capabilities, and the production of its own electric drive systems. This vertical integration allows for greater control over performance and quality. The firm also provides an ecosystem of services, including the "Aion One-Click Exclusive Service" platform and 25hours Experience Centers. With an aggressive global expansion strategy, GAC Aion has entered markets across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, establishing local production facilities to support its growth.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Guangzhou, China
Employees
118
Open positions
None listed
Dealroom signal
32.4/100
Industry
Transportation
Sub-industry
Vehicle Production
Sector
Transportation, Sustainable Development Goals, Became $1B as Subsidiary, Climate Tech, Electric Mobility, EV Manufacturing, Hard Tech
Business model
Manufacturing
Client focus
b2b, b2c
Investment activity
1 company
Capital deployed
—
Preferred round
Unknown

Funding history

1 recorded event

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
SERIES AOther financing Oct 2022 $2.5B $14B Shenzhen Capital Group · Goldstone Investment · Capital Operation Holding Group · CFT Capital ↗
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GAC Aion website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for GAC Aion is 58K monthly website visits, down 20.5% over the last three months. GAC Aion's team grew 0% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits58K 3-month web change-20.5% 1-year team growth0%
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Investors

8 investors on the cap table

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Series A8 investors entered at this stage

  • Shenzhen Capital Group
  • Goldstone Investment
  • Capital Operation Holding Group
  • CFT Capital
  • China Structural Reform Fund
  • PICC Capital
  • Ganfeng Lithium
  • Guangzhou Industrial Investment Fund
Employees 118 total headcount
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
3 countries with
team presence
🇨🇳 China95.8%
🇺🇸 United States2.1%
🇦🇺 Australia2.1%
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