The Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor (GWM) is continuing to pursue its motorsports ambitions and has announced the development of its own GT3 race car. This would mark the first time in the GT3 category’s roughly 20-year history that a Chinese-built vehicle would compete.
The project is based on a newly developed supercar from the “Great Faith” (GF) sub-brand, which GWM is launching as part of its motorsports initiative. The concept was unveiled at Auto China 2026 in Beijing. The road-going version of the vehicle is designed as a plug-in hybrid and is intended to compete directly with models such as the Ferrari SF90 and Toyota’s GR GT.
Technically, GWM relies on a specially developed 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine, which is mounted in the rear of the vehicle. In the production model, the engine is supported by electric components on the front and rear axles. For the GT3 version, however, a classic configuration without a hybrid powertrain is planned, as required by the regulations. The power output is adjusted to the standard GT3 level of around 600 hp.
Adam Thomson, former chief engineer at McLaren Automotive, plays a central role in the development. Under his leadership, a vehicle with a carbon-fiber monocoque is being built, designed for maximum lightness and high rigidity. The chassis is expected to weigh less than 1,300 kilograms in the road-going version. According to Thomson, the combination of low weight and high structural strength forms the foundation for the desired performance.
In addition to the technical concept, the commitment shown by GWM CEO Wei Jianjun also underscores the company’s ambitions. He was recently on site at both the Formula 1 race in Shanghai and test drives for the Chinese GT Championship.
No specific timeline has yet been announced for the GT3 car’s racing debut. However, several reports suggest that the road-going version of the supercar could hit the market as early as next year.
With its entry into GT3 racing, GWM is establishing a clear presence in the international motorsports arena for the first time and expanding its existing focus, which has primarily centered on SUVs and pickup trucks under brands such as Haval, Wey, and Tank.