JAC Group
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UnclaimedChinese automobile manufacturer focused on commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, electric vehicles, and vehicle partnerships.
Last updated November 4, 2026
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Overview
JAC Group, officially Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Corp., Ltd., is a Chinese vehicle manufacturer headquartered in Hefei, Anhui. The company produces light, medium, and heavy commercial vehicles, passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, multipurpose vehicles, vans, pickups, and electric vehicles. It operates principally under the JAC name, while also using or having used marquees and product families including Refine, Sehol, and JAC Yiwei. Through partnerships, JAC has also participated in electric-vehicle manufacturing, intelligent-vehicle development, engine production, overseas assembly, and contract manufacturing for other automotive companies. The business began in 1964 as Hefei Jianghuai Automobile Factory. Its early activity centered on commercial trucks sold under the Jianghuai name. The company expanded beyond trucks during the 2000s, adding multipurpose vehicles and sport utility vehicles and developing a passenger-vehicle business. Before receiving an independent passenger-car production license, JAC worked with Hyundai Motor Company and assembled Hyundai-based multipurpose vehicles from 2003. Some vehicles derived from that cooperation continued after the formal relationship ended. JAC changed its corporate name to Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd. in 1997 and became publicly traded in Shanghai in 2001. Commercial vehicles remained its historical strength, but the company increasingly invested in passenger cars and electrification. It announced an electric-vehicle program in 2010, subsequently producing battery-electric versions of several passenger models and establishing dedicated electric product families. In 2012, vehicle sales exceeded 445,000 units, and in 2013 JAC ranked among China's ten largest vehicle manufacturers by production. The group has pursued international growth through direct exports, distributors, knock-down assembly, and local manufacturing. It began exporting to Bolivia in 1990 and later expanded to more than one hundred countries, with light trucks becoming an important export category. Overseas activities have included assembly arrangements in several developing markets, a Brazilian distribution and proposed manufacturing relationship, market entry in the Philippines, and a manufacturing joint venture with Giant Motors in Mexico. Partnerships have been central to JAC's recent development. JAC and Volkswagen created an electric-vehicle joint venture in 2017, initially associated with the SEAT name and subsequently operating as Volkswagen Anhui, with the Sehol brand used for vehicles developed through the cooperation. JAC also manufactured vehicles for NIO beginning with the ES8 and later formed a 50:50 manufacturing-technology venture with NIO. NIO announced in 2023 that it would acquire the factories producing its vehicles, ending that original-equipment-manufacturer arrangement. In 2024, JAC and NIO agreed to cooperate on battery standards, battery swapping, swapping networks, and operations. JAC has also announced cooperation with Huawei on premium intelligent electric vehicles under the Maextro brand, and in 2025 worked with Northern Ireland's Wrightbus on the Rightech electric truck sub-brand. Today, JAC's portfolio combines conventional commercial vehicles with passenger and electric vehicles. The company maintains research and development capabilities in Hefei and overseas centers in Turin, Tokyo, and Seoul. Its strategic position is that of a broad Chinese vehicle group using commercial-vehicle expertise, electric platforms, manufacturing partnerships, and international distribution to compete across multiple segments.
History
JAC Group traces its origins to Hefei Jianghuai Automobile Factory, established in 1964 in Anhui province. The enterprise initially concentrated on commercial vehicles, particularly trucks, and built its reputation around the Jianghuai product name. In 1997 it adopted the corporate name Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd. and in 2001 became publicly traded on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. During the 2000s, JAC broadened its product range. It introduced multipurpose vehicles and sport utility vehicles while continuing to emphasize trucks. The company cooperated with Hyundai Motor Company and began assembling Hyundai multipurpose vehicles in 2003. Although the cooperation ended before 2007, JAC continued producing certain vehicles influenced by Hyundai technology. In 2007, Chinese authorities approved JAC for passenger-car production, allowing the company to develop a more independent passenger-vehicle business. The Chinese government's encouragement of automotive-sector consolidation in 2009 prompted speculation that JAC might combine with fellow Anhui manufacturer Chery. JAC stated that it was not interested in such a consolidation. Instead, the company increased its emphasis on passenger cars and announced an electric-vehicle program in 2010. Production and sales grew substantially: the group reported more than 445,000 vehicles sold in 2012 and ranked among China's ten most productive vehicle manufacturers in 2013. JAC also developed an international operating model based on exports, local distributors, knock-down kits, and overseas assembly. It began exporting to Bolivia in 1990 and later reached more than one hundred countries. Commercial trucks were particularly significant in international markets. The company explored manufacturing and distribution cooperation in Brazil, entered the Philippines through a local partner, and established a Mexican manufacturing joint venture with Giant Motors. JAC vehicles and kits have also been associated with assembly activities in countries including Egypt, Ethiopia, Vietnam, Mexico, and Iran. Electrification became increasingly important in the 2010s. JAC produced battery-electric variants of passenger models under the iEV name and participated in international electric-vehicle projects. In 2017, JAC and Volkswagen announced a Chinese electric-vehicle joint venture. The venture initially involved the SEAT name, but it subsequently operated under the Sol brand and later became associated with Volkswagen Anhui. JAC continued using the Sehol name for a range of passenger vehicles, although it announced plans in 2023 to phase that branding out and return some models to the JAC name. JAC's partnership with NIO made it an important contract manufacturer of electric vehicles. The first mass-produced NIO ES8 entered production through JAC in 2018. In 2021, the companies created Jianglai Advanced Manufacturing Technology and extended their manufacturing agreement. NIO later announced the acquisition of the relevant JAC factories in 2023, ending JAC's role as NIO's original-equipment manufacturer. The relationship subsequently continued in a different form through cooperation on battery standards and battery swapping. The group has pursued additional technology and premium-market partnerships. In 2023, JAC and Huawei agreed to work together on premium electric vehicles using Huawei's intelligent automotive solutions. Huawei later presented Maextro as a new brand developed with JAC, with the S800 identified as its first model. In 2025, JAC and Wrightbus introduced the Rightech collaboration for electric trucks, extending JAC's commercial-vehicle capabilities into a jointly branded international offering. JAC's current identity therefore combines a long-established commercial-vehicle business with passenger vehicles, battery-electric products, contract manufacturing, intelligent-vehicle partnerships, and overseas operations. Research and development is based in Hefei and supported by overseas facilities in Turin, Tokyo, and Seoul.
- 2025
Rightech RT75 electric truck is launched
[1]Wrightbus and JAC introduce an electric box truck under the Rightech collaboration.
- 2024
Maextro is introduced
[1]Huawei identifies Maextro as its premium vehicle brand developed with JAC.
- 2023
JAC Yiwei electric brand launches
[1]JAC introduces Yiwei as a brand for entry-level passenger electric vehicles.
- 2023
Huawei cooperation is announced
[1]JAC and Huawei agree to collaborate on premium intelligent electric vehicles.
- 2020
Sehol branding expands
[1]JAC begins moving several sedan and SUV models into the Sehol brand family.
- 2018
Sol E20X is introduced
[1]The JAC-Volkswagen venture presents an electric crossover derived from the JAC iEV40.
- 2018
NIO ES8 production begins through JAC
[1]JAC begins contract manufacturing of NIO's first mass-produced vehicle.
- 2017
JAC and Volkswagen announce an electric-vehicle venture
[1]The companies agree to develop electric vehicles for the Chinese market.
- 2010
Electric-vehicle program announced
[1]JAC announces a program to develop electric vehicles.
- 2003
Hyundai MPV assembly begins
[1]JAC starts assembling Hyundai multipurpose vehicles as part of its effort to expand beyond trucks.
Products and positioning
A diversified Chinese automotive group with a historic commercial-vehicle base and expanding electric-vehicle, intelligent-vehicle, and international manufacturing activities.
Trucks, pickups, vans, and logistics vehicles
JAC Commercial Vehicles
JAC's historic core consists of light, medium, and heavy commercial vehicles. Product families include Junling, Shuailing, Kangling, and related truck lines, as well as pickups and electric logistics vehicles. These vehicles are sold in China and exported widely, sometimes through knock-down assembly arrangements.
Multipurpose vehicles and vans · 2002
JAC Refine
Refine is JAC's established multipurpose-vehicle and van family. It includes compact, midsize, and full-size vehicles such as the Refine M3, M4, and RF8, serving family, business, shuttle, and commercial transport applications.
Battery-electric vehicles · 2011
JAC iEV
The iEV range represents JAC's early battery-electric passenger-vehicle program. It includes electric versions of several JAC sedans and sport utility vehicles, including the iEV7 and iEVA50, and helped establish the group's experience in electric powertrains.
Passenger cars and electric vehicles · 2018
Sehol
Sehol was created in connection with the JAC-Volkswagen venture and was used for sedans and sport utility vehicles, including the A5, X4, X7, and QX. JAC announced a future phase-out of the name, with some products returning to JAC branding.
Entry-level electric passenger vehicles · 2023
JAC Yiwei
Yiwei is JAC's dedicated brand for entry-level passenger electric vehicles. Its reported products include the Yiwei 3 hatchback and additional compact electric models derived from earlier JAC or Sehol vehicles.
Premium intelligent electric vehicles · 2024
Maextro
Maextro is the premium electric-vehicle brand created through JAC's cooperation with Huawei. Huawei has described the S800 as the first vehicle associated with the marque, which is intended to use Huawei intelligent automotive technologies alongside JAC manufacturing capabilities.
Battery-electric commercial truck · 2025
Rightech RT75
The RT75 is a 7.5-tonne battery-electric box truck developed by Wrightbus and JAC under the Rightech sub-brand. It is based on the JAC Junling platform and is offered in left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive configurations for European markets.
Controversies
2026
JAC Motors issues statement on Zunjie V800 brake pedal testing
JAC Motors released a statement on Zunjie V800 brake pedal testing. According to the statement, the Zunjie V800 brake pedal can withstand a 1500N force and meets industry standards, and enhanced testing to a 3000N longitudinal force produced no cracks or damage. The statement said that a nationally accredited third-party testing agency inspected the brake pedal, which met industry standard QC/T 788-2018, specifying a longitudinal force of 1500N and displacement of no more than 5mm.
2026
JAC Motors denies rumor that Zunjie SUV project will be transferred to Seres for production
A market rumor claimed that the ultra-luxury Zunjie SUV project under HIMA (Hongmeng Zhixing) was planned to be handed to Seres for production and that the Zunjie brand might abandon its SUV model plans. As of the October 12 close, Seres A-shares hit the daily limit-up while JAC Motors shares fell 3.08%, with its market cap dropping below 50 billion yuan. Responding to the rumor, an internal JAC Motors source told Yicai that 'this is false information'; as of publication, Seres had made no formal public response to the rumor.
2025
10 commercial vehicle makers recall 1,675 vehicles over safety standard defects
The State Administration for Market Regulation launched defect investigations into 10 commercial vehicle manufacturers and urged recalls, involving 56 models and 1,675 vehicles in total. The companies involved include Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle, Foton, Jiefang, JAC and Sinotruk affiliates; the defects include noncompliant protective devices, roof bars, reflective markings and departure reminders. The figures are the combined total for all companies. Status: official recall. Entities involved: Dongfeng Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd., BAIC Foton Motor Co., Ltd., FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd., FAW Jiefang Qingdao Automobile Co., Ltd., Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd., Sinotruk Jinan Commercial Vehicle Co., Ltd. and Sinotruk Jinan Truck Co., Ltd.
2024
JAC Recalls 1,266 iEVA50 Vehicles over Battery Management Issue
JAC is recalling 1,266 iEVA50 vehicles; the battery management software strategy may cause the cell voltage difference to widen, and in extreme cases high-voltage power-off and the vehicle losing power may occur. The recall was conducted under the influence of a regulatory defect investigation, and the measure is a free software upgrade. Progress: official recall. Subject: Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd.
2024
Former chairman An Jin investigated three years after retirement and expelled from Party
In April 2024, An Jin, former Party secretary and chairman of JAC Group, was placed under disciplinary review and supervisory investigation by the Anhui Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and Supervision three years after retirement. In October of the same year, a notice said he was expelled from the Party, and the suspected bribery crime was transferred to the procuratorate. The notice said he engaged in power-for-money and power-for-sex transactions. The case was transferred for review and prosecution.
2021
JAC recalls Ruifeng S3 vehicles in China
Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd. filed a recall plan covering 84,186 Ruifeng S3 vehicles produced from January 20 to December 24, 2015. A possible weld defect in the fuel-tank filler connection could cause fuel leakage and, in extreme circumstances involving an open flame, a fire. JAC said it would inspect affected vehicles and replace defective fuel tanks free of charge.
2013
CCTV 3·15 exposes steel-plate corrosion on Tongyue and other models; 117,000 vehicles recalled
On the 2013 CCTV 3·15 gala, JAC Tongyue, Heyue and other models were exposed for using steel plates without anti-rust treatment, making their bodies prone to corrosion. JAC immediately apologized and announced a recall of about 117,000 vehicles for handling. Then chairman An Jin called it a "painful lesson" and said the company would "start anew" in its sedan business. JAC's sedan business suffered a heavy blow to its reputation and sales.
Brand decisions
2023
Cooperate with Huawei on premium intelligent electric vehiclesStrategyBackground
JAC sought to combine its manufacturing capabilities with Huawei's intelligent automotive technologies and premium-market ecosystem.
Action taken
The companies agreed to cooperate across manufacturing, sales, and services and developed the Maextro brand.
Aftermath
Huawei later announced the Maextro S800 as the first vehicle from the collaboration.
2017
Create an electric-vehicle joint venture with VolkswagenM&ABackground
Both companies sought a platform for electric vehicles in China's growing new-energy vehicle market.
Action taken
JAC and Volkswagen agreed to establish a joint venture for electric-vehicle development and production.
Aftermath
The venture began operating in 2018, later became Volkswagen Anhui, and was associated with the Sehol product brand.
2016
Begin contract manufacturing cooperation with NIOStrategyBackground
NIO required manufacturing capacity for its planned mass-produced electric vehicles.
Action taken
JAC and NIO signed a manufacturing cooperation agreement with an initial target of 50,000 vehicles per year for five years.
Aftermath
JAC manufactured NIO vehicles, including the ES8, until NIO announced the acquisition of the relevant factories in 2023.
2010
Accelerate electric-vehicle developmentStrategyBackground
JAC was seeking to diversify beyond its traditional commercial-vehicle base while the Chinese automotive sector was facing possible consolidation.
Action taken
The company announced a new electric-vehicle program and began developing battery-electric versions of passenger models.
Aftermath
Electric vehicles became a continuing part of JAC's passenger-car and partnership strategy.
Recent events
- Unconfirmed
Reported
JAC Motors denies rumor that Zunjie SUV project will be transferred to Seres for production[10]
A market rumor claimed that the ultra-luxury Zunjie SUV project under HIMA (Hongmeng Zhixing) was planned to be handed to Seres for production and that the Zunjie brand might abandon its SUV model plans. As of the October 12 close, Seres A-shares hit the daily limit-up while JAC Motors shares fell 3.08%, with its market cap dropping below 50 billion yuan. Responding to the rumor, an internal JAC Motors source told Yicai that 'this is false information'; as of publication, Seres had made no formal public response to the rumor.
- Unconfirmed
Reported
JAC Motors issues statement on third-party inspection of Zunjie V800 brake pedal[9]
JAC Motors released a statement on the Zunjie V800 brake pedal controversy. The statement disclosed that on October 11, 2026, a nationally accredited third-party testing organization inspected the Zunjie V800 brake pedal, which met industry standard QC/T 788-2018 (longitudinal force 1500N, displacement below 5mm) and showed no cracks or damage under escalated testing to a 3000N longitudinal force. Responding to a prior Dongchedi test issue without disputing the test conditions, the company said its braking system was developed and validated above national and industry standards, that no brake pedal bracket base fracture failures had occurred in real user use since first deliveries, and announced it would further optimize the component design, offer a free upgrade option to delivered users, and conduct a systematic review and reinforcement of design validation, test boundaries, and production quality management.
Reported
JAC Motors issues statement on Zunjie V800 brake pedal testing[8]
On October 13, 2026, JAC Motors released a 'Statement on Zunjie V800 Brake Pedal Testing' saying the Zunjie V800 brake pedal can withstand a 1500N force and meets industry standards, and that enhanced testing to a 3000N longitudinal force produced no cracks or damage. The statement said that on October 11, 2026 a nationally accredited third-party testing agency inspected the brake pedal, which met industry standard QC/T 788-2018 (longitudinal force 1500N, displacement ≤5mm).
- Unconfirmed
JAC recalls Ruifeng S3 vehicles in China[11]
Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group Co., Ltd. filed a recall plan covering 84,186 Ruifeng S3 vehicles produced from January 20 to December 24, 2015. A possible weld defect in the fuel-tank filler connection could cause fuel leakage and, in extreme circumstances involving an open flame, a fire. JAC said it would inspect affected vehicles and replace defective fuel tanks free of charge.
- Unconfirmed
JAC and NIO sign joint venture letter of intent[12]
JAC Motors and NIO signed a letter of intent to establish Jianglai Advanced Manufacturing Technology (Anhui) Co., Ltd. The proposed venture will work in advanced manufacturing technology and related services.
Reported
JAC and NIO China announced a planned manufacturing technology joint venture[13]
JAC announced that it was planning a joint venture with NIO China, with the proposed name Jianglai Advanced Manufacturing Technology (Anhui) Co., Ltd. The article said the matter was still in the planning stage.
Reported
JAC announces planned expansion for new-energy vehicle body-parts project[14]
JAC Auto announced plans to use its own funds for a new-energy passenger-vehicle body-parts project, including expansion of related factories and construction of supporting facilities.
Reported
Volkswagen China Investment plans to acquire a 50% stake in JAC Group Holding[15]
Volkswagen China Investment, Anhui SASAC and JAC Holding signed an agreement of intent under which Volkswagen China Investment would acquire a 50% stake in JAC Group Holding through a capital increase by December 31, 2020, or another date agreed by the parties. The transaction was planned and had not yet been completed.
Reported
Huawei announces 5G automotive ecosystem with 18 automakers[16]
Huawei announced that it would join with an initial group of 18 automakers to establish a 5G automotive ecosystem, aiming to accelerate commercial use of 5G technology in the automotive industry. The article says Huawei would contribute 5G technology rather than manufacture cars.
- Unconfirmed
Reported
JAC wins four China Automotive Industry Science and Technology Awards[17]
JAC received four awards in the 2019 China Automotive Industry Science and Technology Awards, including one first prize and three third prizes for research and development projects.
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