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OMODA&JAECOO UK SHORTLISTED FOR AM AWARDS 2026 ‘MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR’

Fri, Apr 10, 2026

OMODA&JAECOO UK has been shortlisted in the Manufacturer of the Year category at the AM Awards 2026.

With 122 UK-wide retailers and a six-model-strong line-up, the brand house has quickly established a strong presence in the UK new vehicle market.

Since OMODA launched in August 2024 and JAECOO in January 2025, over 66,000 vehicles have been sold, marking one of the fastest growth stories in the UK automotive sector.

OMODA offers the OMODA 5 (SHS-H, ICE, EV), OMODA 7 (SHS-P, ICE) and flagship OMODA 9 (SHS-P).

JAECOO’s line-up includes the JAECOO 5 (ICE, EV), popular JAECOO 7 (SHS-P, SHS-H, ICE, AWD/FWD) – shortlisted for New Car of the Year –  and the all-new JAECOO 8 SHS-P (AWD, six- and seven-seat configuration).

London, 24 March 2026 – OMODA&JAECOO UK has been shortlisted in the Manufacturer of the Year category at the AM Awards 2026, highlighting the brand house’s rapid growth, innovative vehicle line-up, and increasing influence in the UK market.

Organised by Automotive Management, the AM Awards celebrate excellence across the automotive sector, recognising vehicles and brands that demonstrate innovation, performance and strong customer appeal.

OMODA&JAECOO combines forward-looking design, advanced technology, and sustainability, offering stylish, eco-conscious vehicles with a premium feel. The brand house draws on over a decade of experience in off-road and urban vehicle development, delivering cars that excel in performance, safety, and intelligent technologies.

With more than 66,000 vehicles sold since OMODA was founded in August 2024 and JAECOO in 2025, the brand house continues to expand in the UK market, providing multiple powertrains, trim levels; and a focus on quality, specification, and everyday usability. Its growth and global impact make it a strong contender for Manufacturer of the Year, also underpinned by its invested 122-and-counting UK-wide retail network. 

Victor Zhang, Managing Director of OMODA&JAECOO UK, said: “Being shortlisted for Manufacturer of the Year is an incredible recognition of our teams’ work. OMODA&JAECOO is committed to pushing the boundaries of design, technology, and sustainability, delivering vehicles that excite our customers while setting new standards for the global automotive market.”

Winners of the AM Awards 2026 will be announced at the official ceremony later this year.

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