GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In August, GAC continued to deliver strong growth across its overseas markets, posting strong results: exports of GAC's proprietary brands reached 26,978 units, representing a year-on-year surge of 177%; cumulative exports from January to August reached 172,008 units, up 136% YoY. GAC's cumulative exports to date have approached 600,000 units.
In Americas, terminal sales in August grew by 93% YoY, with several markets posting multi-fold growth. In July, GAC achieved a historic breakthrough in Uruguay, ranking fifth among all passenger vehicle brands and third among pure EV brands for the first time, achieving a monthly market share of 6.0%. Meanwhile, the AION V ranked second overall in SUV sales and first in compact SUV sales in Uruguay for July.
In Southeast Asia, terminal sales in August grew by 24% YoY. Sales surged 283% YoY in the Philippines, 89% in Singapore, 27% in Thailand, and 24% in Indonesia. The Hong Kong(China) market performed exceptionally well, with the GAC E9 ranking No. 1 among luxury MPVs in July. From January to July, cumulative sales ranked second among Chinese brands and third overall in Hong Kong.
Africa emerged as GAC's fastest-growing overseas market this month, with August retail sales soaring 881% YoY. GAC International continued to strengthen its footprint in Africa, successfully signed a localized production agreement in Egypt with Jameel Motors. GAC officially entered Ghana. A portfolio of flagship models including the S7, GS8, and AION V was introduced.
In the Middle East, GAC maintained a steady growth trend and has earned the trust of over 100,000 users in the region. On August 28, GAC made its overseas debut of the XT80, the brand's first off-road vehicle, alongside the GS7 PHEV. The GS7 PHEV is scheduled to launch in the Middle East in September.
Retail sales in Europe grew 93% MoM in August, with the UK up 89%, Portugal up 167%, and Poland up 33%. Greece stood out by ranking second in pure EV sales in August, steadily raising its market share.
The impressive results are not only a powerful testament to GAC's phased achievements in its overseas expansion, but also a vivid epitome of Chinese automotive brands reaching the global market and winning the recognition of users worldwide.
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GAC's Overseas Growth Accelerates: August Exports Hit 26,978 Units, Up 177% YoY
- Kolmar Korea advances K-sun care with non-menthol cooling ingredients, water-drop technology, and a high-moisture Jelly Sun Stick
- New cooling formulations lower skin temperature by approximately 4–6°C while delivering robust UV protection
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kolmar Korea, a driving force behind the global rise of K-beauty sunscreens, is capturing industry attention for its advanced sun care technologies that seamlessly combine UV protection with cooling benefits. As record-breaking heatwaves and rising temperatures intensify worldwide, consumer demand for "cooling sunscreens" is surging, prompting Kolmar Korea to expand its sun care portfolio with proprietary technologies designed to overcome the limitations of conventional cooling cosmetics.
Traditional cooling cosmetics have typically relied on volatile ingredients that lower skin temperature through evaporation, or menthol-based ingredients that chemically stimulate the skin's cold-sensing receptor, TRPM8 (Transient Receptor Potential Melastatin 8), to create a sensation of coolness. However, volatile ingredients often provide only short-lived effects and can cause skin dryness or damage, while menthol frequently triggers irritation, stinging, or discomfort.
To address these shortcomings, Kolmar Korea has developed a novel non-menthol cooling ingredient derived from a precisely formulated blend of multiple botanical extracts. This ingredient delivers an immediate, long-lasting cooling sensation while minimizing skin irritation, and further enhances performance through synergy with other cooling agents.
Beyond its cooling properties, the ingredient offers soothing and elasticity-enhancing benefits while supporting the recovery of UV-damaged skin, making it highly versatile for a wide range of skincare and sun care applications. Utilizing this technology, Kolmar Korea has completed the development of a "Cooling Sun Essence" engineered to combat both heat-induced aging and photoaging.
Kolmar Korea is also pioneering cooling technologies driven by internal water particles rather than chemical cooling agents. A prime example is its proprietary "water-drop" technology, in which the particle structure breaks down upon contact with the skin, releasing moisture in the form of micro-droplets.
Most conventional water-drop formulations have long faced structural stability challenges in sunscreens. Over time, ingredients can separate, and microscopic cracks can form in the UV-protective film, significantly degrading sunscreen efficacy.
To solve this issue, Kolmar Korea engineered a formulation utilizing a clay-based material composed of thin, interlocking layers. The particles are designed to collapse and release moisture only when friction is applied, allowing the UV-protective film to spread evenly across the skin.
Upon application, this formulation reduces skin temperature by approximately 4 degrees Celsius (7.2 degrees Fahrenheit) and suppresses roughly 90% of subsequent heat-induced temperature increases.
Kolmar Korea has similarly overcome the traditional limitations of stick formats by significantly increasing water content to maximize the cooling effect. A standout innovation is its "Jelly Sun Stick," developed using a naturally derived seaweed ingredient.
Unlike conventional stick cosmetics, the Jelly Sun Stick features a water-based surface layer that immediately refreshes and cools the skin upon contact. By minimizing oil content, the formulation achieves a resilient, jelly-like elasticity while maintaining the structural stability required for a solid stick format.
Products incorporating this technology deliver powerful UV protection while lowering skin temperature by approximately 6 degrees Celsius (10.8 degrees Fahrenheit) instantly upon application.
"Demand is surging for products that offer dual benefits of UV protection and cooling as extreme heat becomes the global norm," a Kolmar Korea representative stated. "Building on the proven global competitiveness of K-sun care, we will continue to pioneer diverse functionalities and expand the boundaries of the sun care category."
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As Global Heatwaves Intensify, Kolmar Korea Brings Cooling Innovation to Sunscreen
