Great Wall Motor was founded in 1984 in Baoding, Hebei province, initially producing mini-trucks before pivoting to SUVs. GWM became China's leading SUV manufacturer, with its Haval brand dominating the category for years. The company's bold international expansion saw it acquire GM's Rayong factory in Thailand and target markets across Australia, Europe and the Middle East. GWM represents China's ambition to compete directly with global automotive giants.
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