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Brand Spotlight: Lepas | The New Chinese SUV Brand Coming To South Africa

Meet Lepas, Chery's newest premium SUV brand. Learn about its history, models, South African plans and why it could become one of the country's fastest-growing automotive…

4 min read · 22 June 2026
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75 Years of Volkswagen: From the People’s Car to South Africa’s SUV Era

Volkswagen celebrates 75 years of the “People’s Car.” Here’s how the brand evolved from the Beetle to today’s SUV-dominated lineup in South Africa.

3 min read · 6 May 2026
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Brand Spotlight: Foton South Africa — The Rising Force in Bakkies and SUVs

Foton is growing fast in South Africa. Here’s a deep dive into the brand’s history, its presence in SA, and its V7 and V9 models.

3 min read · 26 April 2026
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Mercedes-Benz at 140 Years: The Star That Invented the Car and Still Defines Luxury

From the first automobile in 1886 to the electric future, we explore 140 years of Mercedes-Benz—its triumphs, controversies, innovations, and the road ahead.

6 min read · 24 February 2026
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Geely — From Humble Beginnings to Global Contender (And Its Return to South Africa)

Discover how Geely rose from a small Chinese company to a global automotive powerhouse — and why its 2025 relaunch in South Africa could shake up…

6 min read · 4 December 2025
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Brand Spotlight: BAIC – China’s Rising SUV Contender in South Africa

Discover BAIC in South Africa — from the B40 Plus and X55 SUVs to their Coega manufacturing plant, brand strategy, vehicle range, and growing impact in…

5 min read · 26 November 2025
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Brand Spotlight: BYD – The Electric Dragon Arrives in Africa

Discover BYD in South Africa — origins, EV impact, the BYD Shark bakkie, local lineup, and why Build Your Dreams is transforming African mobility.

5 min read · 18 November 2025
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Get to Know Haval: China’s SUV Powerhouse Driving South Africa

If you’ve been spotting sleek “HAVAL” badges on South African roads and wondering who they are — this is your complete guide. Learn about their story,…

4 min read · 30 October 2025

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