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Arnold Clark has been revealed as GWM ORA UK’s latest retail partner, with two new sites opening in Glasgow Linwood and Stirling.
The addition of these sites brings GWM ORA to 40 customer service points across the UK made up of sales, aftersales and test drive centres.
Toby Marshall, MD of GWM ORA, said: “Expanding our retail network is something we’re dedicated to delivering and we are well on track for our targets this year.
“The appointment of a known household brand like Arnold Clark, is testament to the reputation GWM ORA is building across the UK.”
GWM ORA UK’s expansion includes a strong physical retail network and reassurance for customers who do not have to travel too far for maintenance and repair.
The ORA PURE+ includes a 48kWh battery with 193 miles of WLTP range while the ORA 03 PRO+ offers an upgraded 63kWh battery with 260 miles of WLTP range.
The brands next model, ORA 07, will debut the GT variant at Goodwood Festival Of Speed on 11 July.
Gavin McKenzie, Arnold Clark GWM ORA brand director said: “We’re delighted to welcome GWM ORA to the Arnold Clark family.
“While they may be a relatively new manufacturer to the UK, they are an established brand with a fantastic reputation, and we look forward to a long and fruitful partnership.
“Our new branches are now up and running in Glasgow and Stirling and our employees are thrilled to welcome our customers through the doors and share the fantastic range of GWM ORA models we have available – as well as previewing the exciting new models which are coming later in the year.”