Overnight reports indicate that Chinese brand GAC has confirmed its sci-fi-inspired Pickup 01 will be going into production, and it will be sold in Australia.

As reported by CarScoops, the vehicle will be sold in global markets including China, Saudi Arabia, Australia and other markets, with a production launch scheduled for 2027.

GAC officially pulled the covers off the PICKUP 01 concept at the 2025 Auto Shanghai motor show last month. With its aggressive, angular styling and futuristic stance, it quickly drew comparisons to the Tesla Cybertruck.

Built on GAC’s new GAIA platform, the PICKUP 01 is designed to be an all-rounder – equally competent on the highway and off-road trails. This architecture includes adaptive suspension and powertrain tech that can adjust on the fly, depending on terrain or load.

Inside, GAC is promising a high-tech cabin with what it calls the X-SouL Safety Shield, a mix of advanced driver aids and comfort-focused features meant to turn the interior into a mobile living space. Think long-haul practicality fused with luxury.

Stylistically, it’s unconfirmed how much of the concept will be carried over to the production version, but the interior is expected to be significantly different. Specific information, including any powertrain specs, is yet to be revealed. 

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This is the first vehicle from GAC’s new Commercial Vehicle division, which is set to focus on trucks, vans and pickups. According to GAC, the PICKUP 01 is part of a bigger push into key markets like Australia, Chile and Saudi Arabia. It’s still a concept for now, but the intent is clear: GAC wants a slice of the global ute and off-road scene.

GAC may not be a household name in many parts of the world … yet, but its electric sub-brand Aion is already making moves, with launches in Australia expected later this year.

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