GWM Ora opens UK test drive centres

GWM Ora has opened eight test drive centres across the UK, which will support its existing retail network.

The new sites will offer test drive, sales and service support for current and future GWM ORA models. This brings the total number of GWM ORA customer service points to 26.

At each location, a resident electric vehicle (EV) expert will be on hand to answer product related queries and provide customers with guidance on the benefits of making the switch to an EV. 

GWM Ora currently has one model on sale, the Funky Cat. It will soon expand its range to two vehicles, adding a new saloon car.

In addition to the launch of GWM ORA’s new test drive centres, the brand has launched a limited number of special edition ORA Funky Cats, named First Edition+.

It will feature a high standard specification with features like heated, cooled and massage front seats, heated steering-wheel, panoramic sunroof and automatic parking assistance. The car's 63kWh battery offers 260 miles of WLTP electric range.

Toby Marshall, managing director, GWM ORA UK, said: “It’s been almost one year since we launched the ORA Funky Cat First Edition and we’ve had real success in terms of sales and network growth, despite the challenging market conditions.

"At this point, it feels right to commemorate a year of successful operations with something that we know customers will really appreciate. Our First Edition+ special edition model further enhances the fun and excitement of ORA Funky Cat, with even more features and specification. This limited edition model provides a taster of what is to come, fostering real anticipation for the full model range launch next year.”