IN Tianfu, Qibashi. On August 29, GAC Trumpchi led the way with the new second-generation GS8, and brought its Trumpchi M8 four-seater glory version, Shadow Leopard, Trumpchi GS4 PLUS and other heavyweight models to the 24th Chengdu International Auto Show, empowering new products with new technologies and opening up a better car life with consumers with new products.

Group photo of guests attending the GAC Trumpchi press conference at the Chengdu Auto Show

New product: The new second-generation GS8 is the first to be equipped with Toyota's new fourth-generation THS hybrid

On the eve of the Chengdu Auto Show, a brand new second-generation GS8 and a current Trumpchi GS8 arrived at the China Western International Expo City. Driving the two generations of GS8 were the "self-driving master" Yuan Jianxiong and his partner. The current GS8 accompanied Yuan Jianxiong in traveling across the four polar regions of mainland China in 95 days, covering a total distance of 36,000 kilometers, with zero faults and zero problems throughout the journey.

Now, the two generations of GS8 meet at the Chengdu Auto Show, realizing the glorious inheritance of GS8.

The "self-driving master" sets off again in the new second-generation GS8

As the value leader of China's high-end SUVs, the new second-generation GS8 has evolved comprehensively based on the current model's high appearance, high quality, high value retention and high safety, and is setting out on a new journey with a majestic new attitude.

At the auto show press conference, Li Yong, deputy general manager of GAC Passenger Vehicle and general manager of GAC Trumpchi Automobile Sales Co., Ltd., said: "The new second-generation GS8 is built on the GPMA architecture L platform, which subverts customers' product perception of traditional luxury large SUVs. It combines a sense of technology and luxury, strong power and low fuel consumption, and controllability and comfort."

Li Yong, Vice General Manager of GAC Passenger Vehicle and General Manager of GAC Trumpchi Automobile Sales Co., Ltd., delivered a speech

The new second-generation GS8 is built on the Julang Power platform, with strong power, environmental protection, energy saving, reliable quality, and comprehensive improvement in performance and quality. The new car provides two high-end power combinations. The fuel version is equipped with Julang Power 2.0T GDI engine + Aisin's latest generation 8AT powertrain, with a maximum power of 185kW and a maximum torque increased from 390N·m to 400N·m, which is the torque king in the same class.

The hybrid version is the first Chinese brand model equipped with Toyota's new fourth-generation THS hybrid system. Thanks to the powerful combination of GAC technology and Toyota hybrid, this power system can bring users a strong, smooth, quiet and fuel-efficient driving experience, with an acceleration time of 0-100km/h of only 6.9s, NEDC fuel consumption of 5.3L/100km, and a comprehensive fuel saving rate of more than 30%. A tank of fuel can run more than 1,000km, achieving both strong power and low fuel consumption.

The new second-generation GS8 fuel version/hybrid version power system under Julang Power

At the press conference, Toyoji Yagi, general manager of Gonglan Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., an electrification system supplier jointly established by Toyota, Denso and Aisin, said: "Toyota's latest fourth-generation THS system is perfectly adapted to the newly developed 2.0TM engine of GAC Group, achieving powerful power performance and overwhelming fuel saving. I hope to accelerate the popularization of electrified vehicles with GAC in the future and contribute to protecting China's environment and creating a blue sky."

Mr. Yagi Fengji, General Manager of Gonglan Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., delivered a speech

In addition, at the Chengdu Auto Show, GAC Trumpchi also announced the new second-generation GS8 interior styling under the "Star Diamond Shadow" design language, and based on the concept of "limited car space, unlimited car life", created a luxurious and comfortable "mobile living room" for users in terms of space.

The new second-generation GS8 "Star Diamond Shadow" design language interior

The overall layout of the new second-generation GS8 is horizontal and vertical, with a "central" temperament. It is equipped with a 14.6-inch ultra-large floating central control display and a 12.3-inch inlaid instrument panel, plus exquisite and domineering general chairs, second-row "Queen reclining chairs" with 8-speed backrest adjustment, noble "Ink Seal Green" color and Alpine audio's high-quality "professional sound field". The overall grade is exquisite and tasteful, and it is more luxurious and professional.

Zhang Fan, deputy director of GAC Research Institute (right), introduces the interior design of the new second-generation GS8

It is worth mentioning that the new second-generation GS8 will provide three space cabin layout options: five-seater, six-seater and seven-seater, which can meet the car needs of different users.

The new second-generation GS8 has three cabin layouts: five-seat, six-seat and seven-seat

New technology: AVDC Shadow Driver, a driver-car fusion, creates a first-class driving experience

In addition to the strong arrival of the new second-generation GS8, GAC Trumpchi also brought a new technology to the Chengdu Auto Show - AVDC Shadow Driver (Adaptive Vehicle Dynamic Control), which is GAC's adaptive vehicle dynamic control system.

AVDC Shadow Driver uses "domain control" technology to integrate EMS, TCU, ESP, four-wheel drive and other systems, and implements full-field dynamic integrated control of the engine, gearbox, chassis, electrical systems and other systems. It can realize information exchange between subsystems and ensure that the entire vehicle operates dynamically with the best solution (such as reducing throttle sensitivity in congested conditions, decelerating when entering a corner, accelerating when exiting a corner, etc.), thereby achieving the effect of adaptive dynamic control of the vehicle.

AVDC Shadow Driver includes three modules: real-time adjustment of driving performance, dynamic control of cornering, and recognition of driver’s driving intention. It realizes adaptive dynamic control of the vehicle through longitudinal control, lateral control, driver type recognition and driving correction, significantly improving driving safety and riding comfort.

The first Trumpchi model equipped with AVDC Shadow Driver - the new second-generation GS8

Generally speaking, vehicle dynamic control systems are mainly installed on luxury brand models, and Chinese brands are still relatively weak in this field. The emergence of GAC Trumpchi AVDC Shadow Driver means another breakthrough in high-end technology for Chinese auto brands. As the first GAC Trumpchi model equipped with AVDC Shadow Driver, the new second-generation GS8 can bring users a driving experience and driving pleasure of the unity of man and car.

New Trumpchi: Focusing on user experience and playing with users

In addition to new products and technologies, several popular models exhibited by GAC Trumpchi also attracted much attention, shining at the Chengdu Auto Show with their high value. In addition, a series of exhibition hall settings such as the trendy Sichuan-style feast, the fashionable national fashion model show, the technological dynamic prop dance, the face-changing cultural performance, and the trendy technology interaction show that GAC Trumpchi is becoming more and more "fun".

The four-seat glory version of Trumpchi M8, the pioneer of Chinese luxury MPV, was also unveiled at this auto show. As of July, Trumpchi M8 has been the sales champion of Chinese brand luxury MPV for 23 consecutive months. The M8 four-seat glory version inherits the comfortable and luxurious taste of the current M8, adopts a new four-seat layout, and innovates in space layout, comfort experience, smart technology, privacy protection and other aspects, achieving a high sense of value on top of luxury. It can be said that whether it is Trumpchi M8 or the new second-generation GS8, Trumpchi has "played" to the extreme in terms of value.

China's luxury MPV pioneer - Trumpchi M8 (pictured is the four-seat glory version)

In addition, Shadow Leopard, as a heavyweight model of GAC Trumpchi's brand rejuvenation, also came to the Chengdu Auto Show this time. Since its launch, Shadow Leopard's popularity has continued to rise. As of now, Shadow Leopard's cumulative orders have exceeded 25,000 units, making it a trendy and cool item loved by young people. In the future, Shadow Leopard will co-create and play with users through a series of activities such as track experience and national modification, and continue to be youthful. A Shadow Leopard that loves to "play" makes Trumpchi look younger.

GPMA architecture sports smart sedan - Shadow Leopard

It is not only Shadow Leopard that loves to play, the newly unveiled second-generation GS8 is also a luxury "play" lover. At present, GAC Trumpchi has completed the recruitment of the first batch of "pioneer explorers", who are old car owners and ordinary netizens who are interested in new cars. They will participate in the research and development, marketing, sharing and other activities of the new car, and work with GAC Trumpchi to make the new second-generation GS8 a real car created by all the people.

The first high-end SUV based on the GPMA architecture L platform - the all-new second-generation GS8

The Chengdu Auto Show showed a different GAC Trumpchi, a GAC ​​Trumpchi that is more fun to play. GAC Trumpchi always takes customer experience as the center, constantly listens to the voices of car owners, changes with the times, and lives for customers. In the future, GAC Trumpchi will continue to bring high-value products to users, co-create with users, and truly achieve "One Trumpchi for a Better Life"!

As a winner of Toutiao's Qingyun Plan and Baijiahao's Bai+ Plan, the 2019 Baidu Digital Author of the Year, the Baijiahao's Most Popular Author in the Technology Field, the 2019 Sogou Technology and Culture Author, and the 2021 Baijiahao Quarterly Influential Creator, he has won many awards, including the 2013 Sohu Best Industry Media Person, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Beijing Third Place, the 2015 Guangmang Experience Award, the 2015 China New Media Entrepreneurship Competition Finals Third Place, and the 2018 Baidu Dynamic Annual Powerful Celebrity.