MG Motor ushers in potential for energy-efficient vehicles in Guyana

Guyana’s automotive market has been expanded with the introduction of United Kingdom (UK)-based Morris Garages (MG) Motor, as the globally renowned company officially launched its line of vehicles in the country on Friday at Pegasus Hotel, Georgetown.
This launch came through a collaboration between Massy Motors Guyana Ltd and MG Motor’s parent company SAIC Motor, which is hailed as China’s largest carmaker.

Massy Motors Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Rohit Coonjah shared that this occasion marks Massy Motors’ position as the only distributor of MG Motor’s vehicles in Guyana.
“We see as the transformation of this country continues, our companies transform and most importantly, the transformation of our people will have to keep abreast of that. We see the need for new vehicles also increasing in progression,” Coonjah said.
“With this addition of MG, many more of our Guyanese people will have the opportunity to experience ownership of new, quality vehicles. This collaboration with MG will allow us to share compatible, innovative products from their exciting lineup,” he added.
Three MG models have been introduced to the country through this launch—MG3, MGZS and MGHS.
Massy Motors Guyana is said to have an initial order which totalled 100 vehicles, of which 83 units were received in May and over 30 were sold thus far.
The cost of the MG3—a distinctive hatchback – starts from $3.95 million, the MGZS – a compact SUV – from $5 million and the MGHS – a large and fully fledged SUV – from $5.7 million.

Energy-efficient vehicles
Prime Minister Mark Phillips, who was present at the event, said this collaboration between Massy Motors and SAIC Motor goes alongside the Government’s Low Carbon Development Strategy 2030 as it marks a new horde of energy-efficient vehicles entering Guyana’s transport sector.

“The MG brand of vehicles will create the opportunity for the importation of electric vehicles included in its fleet lineup. Massy Motors Guyana will soon embark on this new development, giving Guyanese this innovative and energy-efficient option for transportation,” Phillips said.
He noted that the transport sector in Guyana has developed massively with the demand for vehicles growing at an unprecedented rate.
As Guyana remains determined to reduce its carbon footprint, the Prime Minister stated that this launch signifies immense technological advancement and a commitment to a sustainable future.
“The world is confident that harnessing the power of electricity creates a greener and healthier environment for our citizens by minimising air pollution and ultimately contributing to the fight against climate change,” Phillips said.
“In preparation for this new era, our Government has announced the removal of the 14 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT) for the importation of new electric vehicles. The Guyana Energy Agency has also ordered 6 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for placement along Guyana’s coast,” he stated.
Meanwhile, Chinese Ambassador to Guyana Guo Haiyan noted that the collaboration between Massy Motors Guyana and SAIC Motor demonstrates a continued bilateral partnership between Guyana and China as the former continues on a path of rapid growth.