Johannesburg, South Africa – January 27, 2025
GAC Motor South Africa proudly announces that the GAC GS3 EMZOOM has secured its place as a finalist in the 2025 South African Car of the Year (COTY) awards. This recognition, bestowed by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ), underscores GAC Motor’s commitment to crafting vehicles that blend innovation, performance, and exceptional value.
The South African Car of the Year competition, now in its 39th year, is a revered institution in the automotive industry, celebrating excellence across the local motoring landscape. A diverse panel of 27 esteemed jurors, representing South Africa’s leading media platforms, evaluates entrants on criteria including technological advancements, safety, design, performance, and market impact.
Innovation Meets Excellence
“We are both honoured and thrilled to have the GAC GS3 EMZOOM recognized as a finalist for the 2025 COTY,” said Bianca Naude, PR Manager at GAC Motor South Africa. “This achievement reflects the hard work, innovation, and quality that our team has put into creating vehicles that not only meet but exceed the expectations of modern drivers. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the other finalists and wish them the best of luck in the upcoming testing process.”
The GAC GS3 EMZOOM, a stylish and dynamic SUV, continues to make waves in the market. Its advanced engineering, cutting-edge technology, and impressive fuel efficiency have captured the attention of jurors and customers alike. Designed with modern drivers in mind, the GS3 EMZOOM is a testament to GAC’s philosophy of redefining value in the automotive space.
Industry-First Lifetime Warranty
Setting a new benchmark in the industry, the GS3 EMZOOM comes with a Lifetime Warranty, offering unlimited mileage and unlimited years. This groundbreaking feature redefines peace of mind for buyers, solidifying GAC’s position as a forward-thinking and customer-centric brand. All of this value is available at a starting price of just R419,900, making the GS3 EMZOOM a standout in its class.
South African Car of the Year: A Legacy of Excellence
“An overarching theme of excellence has long defined the spirit of SA COTY,” said Thami Masemola, Chairman of the COTY committee. “Each year, the competition becomes more competitive as new technologies emerge and manufacturers strive to provide consumers with better and more innovative choices. The addition of categories and the inclusion of new models in the competition has made the COTY awards even more significant.”
A Bright Future
GAC Motor South Africa celebrates its inclusion in this year’s prestigious lineup and eagerly anticipates the results of the two-day testing phase. Competing alongside some of the most innovative vehicles in South Africa, the GS3 EMZOOM represents GAC’s drive for excellence and its vision of delivering unmatched value to customers.
The winners of the 2025 South African Car of the Year Awards will be announced later this year following a rigorous evaluation process.
For more information about GAC Motor South Africa and the GAC GS3 EMZOOM, visit www.gacmotor.co.za.
The 2025 South African Car of the Year finalists showcase the pinnacle of automotive innovation and design. With the GAC GS3 EMZOOM in the spotlight, GAC Motor South Africa reaffirms its commitment to shaping the future of mobility and delivering unparalleled value to drivers nationwide.
