Lynk & Co Unveils First GT Concept 'Time to Shine' at Beijing Auto Show
Lynk & Co celebrated its 10th anniversary by revealing its first-ever GT concept, a two-door performance coupe called 'Time to Shine,' at the Beijing Auto Show.
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4,780 mm
1.76 million users
What Happened
The GT concept 'Time to Shine' was unveiled at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. It features classic wide-body GT proportions, a 2+2 layout, and is finished in Apex Blue with Spark Yellow accents. The interior blends warmth with performance focus, using white Digital Shimmer leather and carbon fiber details. A defining feature is the physical '+' button that activates performance mode, lowering suspension, extending aerodynamic elements, and folding away screens.
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Sustained high power delivery
- Lowered by 15 mm
- Extended at front and rear, lengthening car by 100 mm
- Fold away to remove non-essential information
The concept reflects Lynk & Co's performance heritage, with rear-wheel drive, track-inspired chassis, and AI-powered digital chassis. The project was led by the Swedish design team with joint development across Europe and China. The brand has over 1.76 million users and nine touring car championships.
Why this matters
The 'Time to Shine' concept marks a milestone for Lynk & Co, combining a decade of design and motorsport heritage, and will use public feedback to shape potential production.
Terms in This Story
- GT
- Gran Turismo: a high-performance, two-door coupe designed for long-distance driving
- 2+2 layout
- A seating configuration with two front seats and two smaller rear seats
- Performance mode
- A driving mode that adjusts suspension, aerodynamics, and displays for enhanced track driving
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