What is GAC Trumpchi's ranking among domestic brands?

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LeHarper
07/29/25 8:39pm
In 2020, GAC Trumpchi ranked 11th in quality among domestic brands. Here's more information: The establishment of GAC Trumpchi brand. GAC Trumpchi is an independently developed brand by GAC Group, established in December 2010, with its headquarters located in Guangzhou, China. The models launched under this brand possess the quality and strength comparable to joint-venture brands and can even compete with imported models, filling the gap in GAC Group's independent brand products. Having collaborated with foreign brands for many years, GAC Group has accumulated substantial foreign technology and craftsmanship, which laid the foundation for the birth of Trumpchi. Trumpchi vehicles exhibit Japanese car styling in both exterior and interior designs, while the chassis technology and tuning are provided by Alfa Romeo. Models of GAC Trumpchi. Currently, GAC Trumpchi offers multiple models from GS3 to GS8, covering sedans, compact SUVs, mid-size SUVs, and MPVs. Additionally, capitalizing on the recent popularity of new energy vehicles, Trumpchi has introduced hybrid and pure electric models, such as the hybrid GS4 and the pure electric GE3.
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