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A standout: The H7 Black Edition is a quality product that provides excellent value for money. Photo: Supplied
CHINESE CARS

Haval H7 Black Edition: a reason the Chinese are winning

Haval’s flagship product is value for money and it is exactly why the Chinese manufacturers keep climbing the ranks

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
2 min read
Sound or silence? The Haval H6 GT PHEV costs more than its petrol counterpart, but consumers save money in the long run
GWM

The Haval H6 GT: Petrol or PHEV. Which one should you choose?

The PHEV has an electric range of up to 180km and much lower fuel consumption figures, but it is also priced significantly higher

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
6 min read
The iCAUR V23 will be available in South Africa in 2026 and will be a customisable EV off-roader.
BAIC
Video

Chinese continue to run riot at Festival of Motoring

While VW announced a few new vehicles, and Tata reintroduced itself, it was the Chinese brands who stole the show

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
4 min read
Chery sold 2 101 new vehicles in June.
CAR SALES

Chinese car sales continue to rise in SA and their new-energy vehicles could be a game changer

Chery and Haval are the top sellers while Omoda and Jaecoo passed 1000 new vehicles sold in June

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
5 min read
The GWM Tank 300 diesel is a welcome addition to the lineup
GWM

GWM’s Tank 300 diesel is sure to become a favourite off-roader in SA

The Tank 300 already gained a large amount of popularity since its release but the diesel variant gives the range a whole new dimension

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
3 min read
Unorthodox: The Haval H7 resembles its sister brand Tank and does not fit in line with the looks of the H6 and Jolion.
CHINESE CARS

Value-for-money Haval H7 is rugged and luxurious but slightly unresponsive

The sluggishness of the engine detracts from what is a comfortable, economical vehicle with unorthodox looks

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
5 min read
Stylish: The GWM Haval Jolion Pro has a more aggressive look compared to the classic Jolion.
GWM

Ticking all the boxes: The GWM Haval Jolion Pro

After the successful entry of the Jolion in 2021, the Pro offers a more stylish exterior with all the technology needed to keep consumers happy

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
4 min read
Cream of the crop: One of the vehicles on show at the Nampo Harvest Day in Bothaville, Free State, was the Ford Transit long wheelbase panel van.
ARTICLE

2024 Nampo Harvest Day: Debuts that will grow on you

Nampo agricultural event gives vehicle makers a chance to show off new offerings

  • Ntsako Mthethwa
4 min read
The Tank 300’s engine output is 180kW and the battery dishes out 78kW for a combined 255kW and 648Nm of torque.
4X4

GWM Tank 300: Contender for best-value 4×4 SUV

Refinement, all-around solidity and comfort put GWM’s Tank 300 ahead

  • Avon Middleton
6 min read
The tough and rugged GWM Tank Hybrid has low-range gearing and plenty of ground clearance.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES

GWM’s vehicles make a splash

The Ora and Tank 300 electric and hybrid SUVs will be making their way to SA soon

  • Ntsako Mthethwa
8 min read