Geely Auto, a leading global automaker, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Salvador Caetano Auto, a prominent Portugal-based leader in vehicle distribution and retail. Under this collaboration, Salvador Caetano Auto will serve as Geely’s official distributor in Portugal, marking a key milestone in the brand’s accelerated European expansion strategy and bolstering its regional presence via a trusted, experienced local partner.

Endowed with decades of expertise in advanced automotive engineering, electrification and intelligent mobility solutions, Geely Auto will launch its first batch of tailor-made new-generation models in Portugal in 2026. These cutting-edge vehicles, featuring enhanced efficiency, advanced connectivity and user-centric design, are specifically crafted to meet the Portuguese market’s rising demand for sustainable, high-performance mobility solutions.

Sérgio Ribeiro, Executive Board Member of Salvador Caetano Auto and CEO of Global Automotive Distribution, emphasizes the strategic relevance of this collaboration: “This partnership with Geely Auto reinforces Salvador Caetano Auto’s commitment to strengthening our offering of sustainable mobility solutions across all segments. Geely Auto’s innovation capacity and product competitiveness represent a strong opportunity to strengthen the passenger mobility landscape in Portugal.”

Geely Auto deeply aligns with its European expansion vision by partnering with Salvador Caetano Auto. As a global automaker committed to sustainable and intelligent mobility innovation, Geely Auto is thrilled to leverage Salvador Caetano Auto’s unparalleled local market expertise and customer-centric service philosophy. This alliance will not only strengthen Geely Auto’s footprint in Portugal, but also enable it to bring its cutting-edge, sustainable vehicle lineup to more European consumers, delivering a premium, eco-friendly mobility experience tailored to their needs.

About Geely Auto Group
Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. As a part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands.
Geely Auto achieved cumulative sales of 3,024,567 units in 2025, exceeding the full-year sales target with a year-on-year growth of 39%. New energy vehicle (NEV) sales reached 1,687,767 units, a year-on-year increase of 90%.
With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems.
As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. The Group strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation.

About Salvador Caetano Group
Salvador Caetano Group is an international organization dedicated to the automotive industry, present across 3 continents, in more than 44 countries, and employing over 9,000 people. Founded in 1946, the Group brings more than 75 years of experience and operates over 100 companies across Europe, South America, and Africa, covering multiple business areas: industry (automotive, buses, aeronautics), vehicle import and distribution, mobility services, industrial equipment, workshops, and aftersales solutions.

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