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Autocar·Thursday, 23 April 2026

Ora 03 pulled from sale as GWM overhauls UK strategy

Ora 03 pulled from sale as GWM overhauls UK strategy

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GWM is overhauling its European strategy, leading to the Ora 03 electric vehicle being pulled from sale in the UK due to poor sales. This move could signal potential shifts in GWM's approach to other markets, including New Zealand.

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Lacklustre sales performance over four years prompts Chinese manufacturer's importer to rethink its approach The Ora 03 – previously known as the Funky Cat – is being phased out of UK dealerships after four years, as maker GWM overhauls its European strategy with an eye on signif

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