CA Auto Bank becomes AION’s exclusive financial partner for its entry into the UK market, offering retail, wholesale and mobility financing solutions.
CA Auto Bank, through its UK subsidiary CA Auto Finance, is supporting AION’s entry into the British market. The electric vehicle brand of the Chinese group GAC has entrusted CA Auto Finance with all its financing solutions under an exclusive partnership announced on April 22, 2026.
This partnership is not starting from scratch. CA Personal Finance & Mobility has maintained a close relationship with GAC, one of China’s largest automotive manufacturers, for several years. Two joint ventures already operate in China: GAC-Sofinco Auto Finance and GAC-Sofinco Leasing.The partnership signed with CA Auto Finance as part of AION’s launch in the United Kingdom naturally extends this collaboration, this time in Europe.Founded in 2017 as GAC’s premium electric brand, AION is entering the UK through a joint venture between GAC and Jameel Motors, a global mobility solutions provider. The company is based in Slough, UK, and relies on a local management team experienced in the British automotive sector.
Under the AION Financial Services brand, CA Auto Finance is rolling out a full range of financing solutions tailored to each customer profile:
This comprehensive approach aims to deliver a smooth and simplified customer journey, from the first dealership visit to vehicle delivery.
AION is entering the UK market with the AION V, a C-segment electric SUV already marketed in several European countries including Denmark, Finland, Poland and Portugal, and assembled in Austria. The vehicle stands out for its design, spacious interior and charging performance.One key differentiator draws attention: every AION V comes with a standard manufacturer warranty of 8 years or 125,000 miles—still a rare level of coverage in the industry. For CA Auto Finance, this commitment to durability strengthens customer confidence in their investment.
We have been working for over a year to plan our entry into the UK, and we are determined to differentiate ourselves by delivering simplicity throughout the purchasing and ownership experience. This partnership with CA Auto Finance is an example of how we are bringing this ambition to life. From the AION V itself to the surrounding support ecosystem — including crucial acquisition and financing options — we are setting a new standard.
We are delighted to have been selected as the exclusive financial partner for AION’s launch in the UK, a brand that brings a unique offering to the British market. AION stands out with high-quality vehicles that come standard with an 8-year or 125,000-mile warranty (201,168 km), setting a benchmark in the industry. Offering such a level of protection as standard is something that very few manufacturers currently provide. It sends a strong signal of AION’s confidence in the long-term reliability and build quality of its vehicles. At CA Auto Finance, our aim is to align with this premium philosophy by offering simple and transparent financing solutions, enabling customers to choose these cutting-edge vehicles with peace of mind and full confidence in their investment.