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GAC Aion
Subsidiary of Guangzhou automobile group that produces electric vehicles
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.
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
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Funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERIES AOther financing | Oct 2022 | $2.5B | $14B | Shenzhen Capital Group · Goldstone Investment · Capital Operation Holding Group · CFT Capital | ↗ |
Growth signals
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.
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Investors
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Series A8 investors entered at this stage
Shenzhen Capital Group- GIGoldstone Investment
- CGCapital Operation Holding Group
CFT Capital
China Structural Reform Fund
PICC Capital
Ganfeng Lithium
Guangzhou Industrial Investment Fund
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