GWM Wins Two Major Honors at Torino Automotive Design Award 2026
ORA 5 Named Best Interior Design in the Family Car Category, While TANK 300 Receives Best Technological Innovation Award in the Premium Car Category
Turin, Italy, September 11, 2026 — GWM has earned two major honors at the 2026 Torino Automotive Design Award (TADA), a design award established by Salone Auto Torino to recognize outstanding achievements in automotive design and innovation. Among 87 models from 46 brands evaluated by a jury comprising representatives from ten leading Italian automotive publications, the GWM ORA 5 received the Best Interior Design Award in the Family Car category, while the GWM TANK 300 secured the Best Technological Innovation Award in the Premium Car category.
The awards were presented during the 2026 Salone Auto Torino, highlighting GWM’s growing recognition in Europe for both design and technology.
European Recognition for Design and Innovation
Established in 2025, TADA evaluates vehicles from Chinese automotive brands present in or entering the European market. The 2026 edition assessed 87 models across three categories—City Car, Family Car and Premium Car—covering exterior design, interior design and technological innovation.
The dual recognition reflects GWM’s commitment to developing products that combine design excellence, advanced technology and real-world usability for global customers.
“Two awards given by those who judge cars as their profession, just two months after the start of sales in Italy, show that our range speaks the language of the European market. The recognition for the ORA 5 interior and the innovation of the TANK 300 highlights exactly the qualities on which we have built our Italian offering: design, technology and value,” said Giuseppe Lovascio, Chief Operating Officer of GWM Italia.
ORA 5: Designed Around Everyday Life
Winning the Best Interior Design Award in the Family Car category, the GWM ORA 5 was recognized for an interior experience developed around the concept of the “Triple Moments of Time,” creating a comfortable and adaptable environment throughout different moments of the day.
The award recognized ORA 5’s approach to combining spaciousness, comfort and practicality through a thoughtfully designed cabin environment. Large glass surfaces enhance the sense of openness, while ergonomic seating, ambient lighting and versatile storage solutions contribute to a refined daily driving experience.
A 14.6-inch central touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster further enhance usability, delivering an intuitive and connected experience for drivers and passengers alike.
The recognition reflects GWM’s belief that vehicle interiors should not only be visually appealing, but also meet the evolving needs of modern families and everyday mobility.
TANK 300: Bringing Advanced Hybrid Technology to Off-Roading
The TANK 300 received the Best Technological Innovation Award in the Premium Car category for its advanced Hi4-T hybrid technology, which combines electrification with authentic off-road capability.
Developed specifically for off-road applications, Hi4-T integrates a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a high-performance electric motor and a hybrid transmission within a non-decoupled four-wheel-drive architecture. The system delivers strong performance while retaining the efficiency advantages of a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Unlike many electrified off-road vehicles, the Hi4-T architecture enables direct mechanical drive from the combustion engine to the wheels, ensuring dependable capability even in demanding terrain and low-battery conditions. Combined with a ladder-frame chassis, a two-speed transfer case, differential locks and multiple terrain modes, the TANK 300 demonstrates GWM’s approach to blending advanced technology with real-world capability.
Continuing to Grow in Europe
The dual recognition underscores GWM’s growing presence in Europe and reflects the company’s continued investment in design, technology and localized product development.
As GWM expands its global footprint, the company remains committed to creating products that respond to the needs of customers in different markets around the world, combining advanced technology with real-world usability.
Both award-winning models are showcased during the 2026 Salone Auto Torino, offering visitors an opportunity to experience firsthand the design and innovation recognized by the TADA jury.
