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GWM Champions Clean Diesel as Off-Road Favorite in an Era of Electrification

While new energy vehicles continue to gain momentum worldwide, efficient diesel power remains highly relevant—especially in demanding off-road scenarios where torque, range, and durability matter most. GWM is leading this charge with modern diesel innovations that challenge outdated perceptions. At the recent GWM Thailand Diesel Day event, the brand showcased how today’s diesel can be clean, quiet, and impressively capable. Off-roading offers excitement—but also real risks. Every year, many incidents stem from poor terrain judgment, overestimated vehicle capability, or underestimated skill. As GWM notes, “Off-road vehicles bring tremendous emotional value, but they also involve real risks.” Traditional powertrains often lack low-end torque for climbs, suffer from poor fuel efficiency, and diesel engines are usually noisy and rough.  GWM's diesel powertrain directly addresses key pain points, delivering comprehensive improvements in power, quietness, and fuel efficiency. The GWM TANK 300 Diesel’s 2.4T engine delivers 480N·m of torque at 1,500rpm, enabling 2.7km/h ultra-low-speed maneuvers with 26,000N·m of wheel-end torque. During Diesel Day’s off-road simulation zone, the vehicle navigated a series of engineered obstacles mimicking rugged terrains—including steep inclines, gravel tracks, and waterlogged sections—with effortless precision, proving how low-end torque erases “stuck” anxiety—a direct answer to terrain-related risks. Diesel engines and serenity once seemed incompatible—until GWM’s 200+ NVH optimizations. The GWM TANK300 Diesel’s idle noise drops below 65dB (comparable to gasoline vehicles), thanks to belt-driven timing systems, anti-backlash gears, and ANC active noise cancellation. At Diesel Day’s experience, attendees were stunned to find the diesel-powered GWM TANK 300 Diesel as quiet as a luxury sedan. “This car has made me forget the diesel engine that I used to know—it is smoother than all other models on the market,” shared automotive reviewer, who tested the vehicle during the event. “You can have a normal conversation at highway speeds without raising your voice—that’s unheard of in a diesel off-roader.” This breakthrough proves capability doesn’t require sacrificing comfort, challenging decades of industry norms.  Worried about range? The GWM TANK 300 Diesel engine features a high-efficiency combustion design (e.g., columnar combustion chambers, dual tangential air ducts) and delivers fuel consumption under 7.3L/100km during long-distance crossings. At Diesel Day’s “endurance challenge” zone, attendees witnessed a simulated multi-terrain demonstration featuring varied gradients and surfaces, where the GWM TANK 300 proving extended off-road exploration is now a reality GWM’s vision extends far beyond the GWM TANK 300 Diesel. GWM Diesel Day also previewed the automaker’s three-dimensional off-road grading system—a framework balancing vehicle capability, terrain type, and driver skill to create a “safe yet thrilling” environment. As GWM emphasizes: “This system exists to keep our community safe while they embrace the thrill of off-roading.” By coupling vehicles with education (safety awareness, skill training) and reliable data (terrain guides, vehicle limits), GWM is building a supportive ecosystem where mastery grows from knowledge—not just courage. For GWM, Diesel Day is more than a product launch—it’s a statement. As the brand expands globally, it’s not just exporting vehicles; it’s exporting a new definition of off-road mastery: one where power coexists with precision, adventure with awareness, and ruggedness with refinement. In the end, GWM’s message is clear: “Go out, stay safe, and return home.” Diesel Day proves that true off-road mastery isn’t about overpowering nature—it’s about mastering the balance between thrill and responsibility. https://youtu.be/_Dok_jDNr2w?si=CpKdM9o7oKXGEuka