The first electric ute in Australia could come from China, with Great Wall confirming the pure-electric version of its new ute was "always" in its plans.
Timing hasn't been confirmed, but Haval Australia's managing director Koma Li says Great Wall will take the as-yet unnamed electric pickup despite of our market's reticence to adopt battery-powered vehicles.
Great Wall announces drive-away pricing for Steed ute
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Great Wall has announced sharp drive-away pricing offers for its Steed ute as part of its 2018 Plate Clearance promotions.
Until December 31, the Steed dual-cab 4x2 petrol is being advertised from $19,990 drive-away (normally $25,990 before on-road costs) – making it the most affordable new dual-cab ute on sale in Australia.
The company adds that the petrol-powered two-wheel drive dual-cab variant is also eligible for the Government's $20,000 instant tax write-off.
Great Wall hasn't exactly hit its straps in Australia since it re-launching with factory distribution.
The Steed ute range scored poorly in crash tests, and hasn't racked up sales to match its Chinese rival, the LDV T60 – a ute currently with more demand than supply.
However, the next-generation ute premiering in 2019/20 as an intended Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger rival will be far, far more convincing based on discussions we've been having with company staffers in Beijing.
