GWM IS ABOUT TO GO 'BOSS LEVEL' ON RIDE & HANDLING IN AUSTRALIA

EV Channels Review

The GWM brand is making a significant strategic move by appointing former Holden engineering lead Rob Trubiani to overhaul its vehicles' ride and handling, as well as its driver assistance systems. The video highlights that GWM implicitly acknowledges past shortcomings in these areas, which have historically plagued many Chinese automotive offerings in Australia. Trubiani, known for his Nürburgring lap record in a Holden Ute, is seen as the ideal candidate to refine GWM's dynamics for Australian roads. The reviewer expresses optimism that this focus on the final 5-10% of tuning, particularly for models like the upcoming Cannon Alpha Ute, will allow GWM to compete more effectively on merit against established Japanese and South Korean rivals. The potential for improved ADAS systems, moving beyond mere compliance to genuine helpfulness, is also a key positive takeaway. The reviewer anticipates this could put pressure on brands like Volkswagen, Subaru, and Nissan in the Australian market.