International Motors providers services in the UK, Irish, and Northern European markets. Credit: jd8 / Shutterstock.

International Motors (IML), a distributor for automotive manufacturers, has signed a distributor agreement with Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng, marking the car company’s expansion into the UK market.

This move is part of XPENG’s strategy to expand its presence in European markets and provide AI-driven, sustainable mobility solutions globally.

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International Motors managing director William Brown said: “We are delighted to formally announce a distributor partnership with XPENG. IML has been working with XPENG for some time, and this was highlighted with the UK debut of the XPENG G6 at the world-famous Goodwood Festival of Speed earlier this year.

“This new long-term agreement demonstrates IML’s ambition to seek alliances with forward-thinking partners that share the company’s values. Both parties look forward to launching the impressive G6 to UK customers in early 2025.”

International Motors is engaged in providing services as a distributor for automotive manufacturers in the UK, Irish, and Northern Europe.

As a distributor, the company has developed a wide-ranging operation encompassing vehicle importation and after-sales services.  

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XPENG’s zero-emission SUV, XPENG G6, will be the first model planned to be launched in the UK.

The company has been entering European markets, with vehicle deliveries starting in Norway in late 2020.

XPENG has since expanded to several other countries, including Denmark, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain.

The company has set a target to operate in more than 60 global markets by the end of 2025, aiming for international sales to account for half of its total revenue.

XPENG International business head Alex Tang said: “Our partnership with IM Group marks an important step in XPENG’s global expansion.

“We are excited to introduce UK consumers to a new standard in electric mobility, combining innovative technology with exceptional design to deliver an unparalleled experience that meets the demands of today’s drivers.

“With a vision for AI-defined mobility, we aim to revolutionise the driving experience in the UK, making it safer, smarter, more sustainable and more pleasant in the near future.”