MANILA, PHILIPPINES — GAC MOTOR Philippines, under the stewardship of Astara Philippines, is hitting the accelerator on its ambitious roadmap for 2025 and beyond. At its recently held Dealer Conference, the brand gathered its powerhouse network of dealer partners, executives, and stakeholders in a spirited celebration of growth, vision, and shared success.
Led by Astara Philippines Country Manager Luis Torres, the annual conference served not just as a reflection of milestones reached, but as a bold declaration of what lies ahead. From network expansion to innovation-driven customer experiences, GAC MOTOR is clearly shifting gears toward a future shaped by purpose, agility, and bold ambition.
In just two years under Astara’s leadership, GAC MOTOR Philippines has emerged as one of the most dynamic players in the country’s automotive scene fuelled by impressive sales growth and an expanding dealership footprint across the archipelago.
“At Astara, we believe that mobility is about empowering businesses, enhancing customer experiences, and building a future where innovation and profitability go hand in hand. Our journey is one of transformation, and together, we are driving forward towards growth and sustainability.” said Luis Torres, Country Manager of Astara Philippines.
As part of the celebration, GAC MOTOR honored its outstanding dealers who steered exceptional performance in 2024 – from standout sales growth to service excellence. Across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, top dealers were recognized for setting benchmarks in the ever-evolving auto industry.
2024 Sales Excellence Awardees:
- Luzon: Wheels Inc. (New Manila), AutoSpectrum Corp. (Alabang), 1Dynamix Automotive Inc. (Kawit)
- Visayas: Autocentral Inc. (Cebu)
- Mindanao: Davao Bonifacio Motors Inc. (Davao), Global Cars (Butuan), Otto Motto Mobility Inc. (CDO)
2024 Sales Growth Champions:
Autohub Group Inc. (BGC & Sumulong), FAS Motors Inc. (Matina), Peer Motortek Sales Corp. (Nueva Ecija), Autokid Subic Trading Corp. (Mindanao Ave. & San Fernando)
2024 Service Excellence Winners:
Wheels Inc. (New Manila), AutoSpectrum Corp. (Alabang), Bermaz Auto Asia Inc. (Sta. Rosa), Ponce Automobile Corp. (Bacolod), Davao Bonifacio Motors Inc. (Davao)
With six newly signed dealer groups joining the fold: FAS Motors (Matina), Topcars Autoworld (Tacloban), Bermaz Auto Asia (Batangas), AVB (Lipa), Motorcentrum (Pangasinan), and Peek Motortek Sales (Nueva Ecija), GAC MOTOR is rapidly expanding its reach across key cities and regions.
“It is truly inspiring to witness the rapid evolution of GAC Motor Philippines under Astara leadership. In just two years, the brand has not only grown in sales and network but has also earned global recognitions solidifying its place as a key player in the automotive industry.” said Sam Chu, General Manager for Asia Region at GAC International. “Let us continue to challenge the market, set new benchmarks, and redefine what is possible together.”
The road ahead looks even more thrilling. With a fresh lineup of new-generation vehicles slated for launch at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show (April 10–13), GAC MOTOR is turning heads with sleek designs, next-gen technology, and performance engineering that speaks to today’s discerning Filipino drivers.
Beyond product innovation, the brand is also revving up its customer experience – leveraging Astara’s digital mobility ecosystem to power seamless dealer operations, aftersales excellence, and intuitive customer engagement.
