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Ora history under Great Wall Motor. Origin: China. Status: Active. Ora is a Chinese new energy vehicle brand specializing in affordable electric cars, launched by Great Wall Motor in 2018.
Chronological Storyline (20 Milestones)
May 20, 2018 CE
GWM officially launches Ora brand
Great Wall Motor officially launched the Ora brand at the Beijing Auto Show, marking its dedicated entry into the new energy vehicle market. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery · Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ora_(automobile)
Aug 1, 2018 CE
Ora iQ enters production
The Ora iQ, the brand's first production model, was launched as a compact electric crossover sedan aimed at ride-hailing and budget consumers. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
一輛長城歐拉iQ,拍攝於中國湖南省湘西土家族苗族自治州鳳凰縣。 By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=137579053
Dec 1, 2018 CE
Ora R1 mini EV debuts
The Ora R1, later renamed the Ora Black Cat, was launched as one of the world's most affordable electric city cars with a retro-inspired design. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
一輛長城歐拉黑貓,拍攝於中國廣東省深圳市福田區 By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=132348507
Mar 1, 2019 CE
Ora R1 renamed Black Cat
GWM restructured Ora's naming convention, officially renaming the R1 to the Ora Black Cat as part of a new feline-themed nomenclature strategy. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Jul 1, 2019 CE
White Cat EV introduced
The Ora R2 was officially launched and subsequently renamed the Ora White Cat, expanding the brand's lineup of affordable urban electric vehicles. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
一輛長城歐拉白貓,拍攝於中國廣東省深圳市福田區 By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=133092010
Jul 1, 2020 CE
Good Cat EV launches
The Ora Good Cat was officially launched, featuring a retro-futuristic design by former Porsche designer Emanuel Derta and advanced LFP battery tech. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
The Ora Good Cat made its public debut at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, showcasing GWM's Lemon EV platform technology. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Apr 1, 2021 CE
Ora expands to Thailand
GWM officially introduced the Ora Good Cat to the Thai market, marking the brand's first major international expansion into Southeast Asia. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Nov 1, 2021 CE
Lightning Cat concept revealed
Ora revealed the Lightning Cat concept at the Guangzhou Auto Show, previewing a sleek electric sedan aimed at the premium market segment. #China #GreatWallMotor #DualMotor Source — Wikipedia:
Ora Lightning Cat By JustAnotherCarDesigner - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=147405999
Feb 1, 2022 CE
Punk Cat unveiled
The Ora Punk Cat was unveiled, featuring a design heavily inspired by the classic Volkswagen Beetle, targeting female consumers. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
一輛歐拉芭蕾貓,拍攝於中國廣東省深圳市福田區大灣區車展 By User3204 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=133606623
Apr 1, 2022 CE
Cherry Cat revealed
The Ora Cherry Cat was revealed at the Beijing Auto Show, a larger family electric sedan based on GWM's Lemon platform. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Aug 26, 2022 CE
Lightning Cat enters production
The Ora Lightning Cat officially entered production and was launched in China, featuring a dual-motor setup and advanced driver assistance systems. #China #GreatWallMotor #DualMotor Source — Wikipedia:
Oct 1, 2022 CE
Good Cat launches in Europe
GWM announced the European launch of the Ora Good Cat, rebranded as the Ora 03 for international markets, beginning sales in the UK and Germany. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Feb 1, 2023 CE
Black and White Cat discontinued
GWM officially discontinued the Ora Black Cat and White Cat models due to low profit margins and shifting focus to higher-margin vehicles. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Apr 18, 2023 CE
Ora 03 debuts at Shanghai
The Ora 03, the international version of the Good Cat, made its debut at the Shanghai Auto Show with updated styling and tech features. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Nov 17, 2023 CE
Ora 03 launches at Guangzhou
The updated Ora 03 was officially launched at the Guangzhou Auto Show, featuring enhanced LFP battery technology and improved range. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Apr 1, 2024 CE
Ora 07 enters European market
GWM expanded its European lineup with the Ora 07, the international version of the Lightning Cat, offering dual-motor configurations. #China #GreatWallMotor #DualMotor Source — Wikipedia:
Jun 1, 2024 CE
Ora expands to Latin America
GWM officially launched the Ora brand in Brazil and Mexico, introducing the Ora 03 and Ora 07 to the Latin American market. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Jan 1, 2025 CE
Next Cat concept revealed
Ora revealed the Next Cat concept at the CES 2025, previewing a next-generation electric sedan with solid-state battery technology. #China #GreatWallMotor #SolidStateBattery Source — Wikipedia:
Jan 1, 2026 CE
Ora announces global expansion
GWM announced plans to expand Ora sales to 60 countries, positioning the brand as a major global competitor in the budget EV segment. #China #GreatWallMotor #LFPBattery Source — Wikipedia: )