Why is it said that Trumpchi is also Toyota?
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Because GAC Trumpchi has absorbed many technologies from Toyota and has drawn heavily on Toyota models in terms of design and configuration. Below is an introduction to GAC Trumpchi: Introduction: GAC Trumpchi (abbreviated as Trumpchi) is a domestic brand created by GAC Group to enhance core competitiveness and achieve sustainable development. In December 2010, the first Trumpchi GA5 sedan was successfully launched in the market, followed by multiple models. Marketing Network: Both the Trumpchi GS4 and Trumpchi GS7 made their global debut at the North American International Auto Show, becoming the first Chinese brand to enter the main exhibition hall in the 110-year history of the show, as well as the first Chinese automotive brand to participate in the National Automobile Dealers Association Convention. Safety Ratings: In the C-NCAP crash safety performance tests, the Trumpchi GS8, Trumpchi GS5, Trumpchi GS3, Trumpchi GA8, Trumpchi GA6, Trumpchi GA5, and Trumpchi GA3 all received the highest five-star safety rating.
Some people might mistake Trumpchi for Toyota, which is quite common. I think it's mainly because Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) has a joint venture with Toyota called GAC Toyota, which specializes in producing Toyota vehicles like the Camry and Highlander. Trumpchi, on the other hand, is actually an independent brand developed by GAC itself. However, they might share factories or parts resources in terms of technology or manufacturing. For example, the Trumpchi GS4 and some Toyota models use similar engine platforms, which makes car enthusiasts think they're from the same family when they see them at 4S stores. In reality, the Trumpchi brand has its own designers and marketing strategies, focusing on mid-to-low-end SUVs, which are very popular among Chinese families. But with a long history of cooperation, people tend to confuse the two as being the same. In my opinion, understanding this background can clarify things: Trumpchi is a Chinese brand, Toyota is a Japanese brand, and their connection is only at the joint venture level—they're not the same thing. When driving, pay more attention and don’t be fooled by appearances.
