Category : January 08, 2023
Spreading festive cheer and showcasing GWM's commitment to sustainable mobility
Kuala Lumpur, 29th December 2022 – Great Wall Motor Malaysia stays true to their promise this festive season by delivering the first batch of ORA GOOD CAT electric vehicles to its customers. As part of the festive season, the car was dressed in a giant transparent 'gift box' that made its way around Klang Valley, attracting a lot of attention. First batch ORA GOOD CAT owners who pre-ordered the car prior to the official launch on 28 November 2022 received a surprise personal door-to-door delivery from GWM. Just in time for the holidays, ORA GOOD CAT customers get to enjoy and drive their ORA GOOD CAT this festive season.
As announced last month, ORA GOOD CAT is available in two variants: 400 PRO and 500 ULTRA, with the 500 ULTRA version proving to be the more popular choice among the first batch of customers due to its 500 kilometre endurance. In addition to that, the car is also equipped with attractive functions such as an electric driver massage seat and an intelligent driving assist mode.
Mike Cui, Managing Director of GWM Malaysia said, “We are proud to have delivered the first batch of ORA GOOD CAT, GWM’s first fully electric car to our Malaysian customers. As much as we value our customers, we hope that they enjoyed our surprise delivery of ORA GOOD CAT as a giant ‘holiday gift' to their doorsteps! GWM is truly grateful for our customers' trust and support, and this signifies the first milestone of GWM in bringing in new energy, new intelligence and new experience to Malaysian consumers.”
Next Batch of ORA GOOD CAT
New car owner, Ms Liow from Subang Jaya was one of the first few customers who was surprised by GWM at her home when she received her ORA GOOD CAT in a giant transparent “gift box” that was personally delivered to her. She shared her excitement stating, “I have always wanted to own an electric car. So when I first saw this car on GWM’s website, it’s unique cat-like design immediately caught my attention, and I just couldn’t take my eyes off it. As I have not owned an electric car before, I can’t wait to experience driving this EV and be the first few to drive ORA GOOD CAT on the road to showcase its beauty.”
Following the first batch of ORA GOOD CAT deliveries, GWM is in progress to deliver the cars to their customers in time for Chinese New Year.
“We aim to deliver more ORA GOOD CAT electric vehicles in the coming weeks ahead of Chinese New Year and hope that our customers get to drive their brand new car around while visiting their friends and family during the New Year,” said Mike.
Keeping GWM’s Promise
This is the first electric vehicle that has been introduced by GWM Malaysia with bigger plans to roll out their strategy of 9 models in 3 years. The company will also begin local assembly (CKD operations) of GWM cars in 2023 as a way to show its commitment in delivering to their customers as well as supporting the local economy as a whole.
At the same time, GWM car dealer Superhub recently opened its first sales showroom in Puchong. The branch manager said, "Great Wall Motor's determination to establish a Malaysian subsidiary to serve the local market with a rich line of products and services, and user-centric approach gives us full confidence for future collaboration." Superhub also has another 4S service experience centre located in USJ, which is expected to begin operations in February 2023.
Providing support to GWM customers
With more authorised service partners across the nation, covering Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Johor Bahru, Great Wall Motor has big plans to work with various partners to establish 15 unified and multi-faceted terminal stores, mainly 3S stores, covering 70% of Malaysia's capital cities by the end of 2023. GWM’s spare parts warehouse in Shah Alam has also begun operations and is working around-the-clock to ensure an uninterrupted supply chain and inventory.
GWM understands the challenges faced by electric vehicle owners who are early adopters of the car and is currently reaching out to key partners in the EV space to help strengthen Malaysia's EV infrastructure. More details of these partnerships will be announced once it has been confirmed by GWM in 2023.
A vision for the future
In 2022, GWM intensified its efforts to expand into ASEAN countries including Thailand and Malaysia. Following the setup of GWM’s Rayong Plant in Thailand, the establishment of GWM’s local subsidiary Great Wall Motor Malaysia in July 2022, and the launch of ORA GOOD CAT in November 2022, it is no doubt that the company has all the capabilities and resources it needs to provide for its local business partners as well as customers who are planning to consider switching to new energy vehicles.
Looking ahead, GWM is well positioned for growth through its robust strategy and long-term investments in sustainable approaches. These key proof points indicate its commitment to advancing HEVs, PEVs, and BHEVs, in accordance with their core values of providing new energy, new intelligence, and a new experience.
Test-drive the ORA GOOD CAT at GWM’s designated authorised dealers in Glenmarie, Puchong, and Penang or visit GWM Malaysia’s website : https://www.gwm.com.my for more information. Alternatively, customers can contact GWM’s call centre at 1800-18-2882 or send their enquiries to the official customer service support team at support@gwm.com.my.