New LaunchesCHINA AUTO NEWS
Compiled and translated from Chinese and international auto media — every article links back to its original source.
JAC T9 PHEV confirmed for South Africa in Q4 2026 with 360 kW
The plug-in hybrid double cab's output would make it the most powerful bakkie on the local market, outgunning the BYD Shark 6 Performance on power if not torque.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-23
JAC T9 Black Edition lands in South Africa from R629 900
The Chinese carmaker adds two darkened derivatives to its T9 bakkie line, with the range-topping Hunter variant priced at R689 900.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-23
Chery Tiggo 8 Apex I lands in South Africa from R569 900
Chery's local arm has added a new flagship-flavoured variant to its Tiggo 8 SUV range, bringing extra comfort and safety kit along with a turbocharged petrol drivetrain and long-term warranty cover.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-18
BYD Ti 7 plug-in hybrid off-roader locked in for South African debut in early 2027
Pre-orders are already open for the 360 kW model, sold in China as the Fangchengbao Tai 7, which will line up against the Land Rover Defender 110 and Toyota Land Cruiser 300.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-17
GWM Tank 500 gains 3.0-litre turbodiesel in South Africa, priced from R849 900
The Chinese brand's ladder-frame SUV adds a diesel alternative to its hybrid flagship, offered in 4x2 and 4WD form with a new Overland grade.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-17
GWM's P500 gains a 3.0-litre turbodiesel in South Africa: pricing from R724 900
The Chinese brand's large pickup now offers 170 kW and 620 N.m from a bigger four-cylinder oil-burner, in 4×2 and 4×4 form.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-16
Changan Star small-commercial lineup arrives in South Africa with five body styles
Changan's entry-level light commercial range starts at R189 000 and is backed by a five-year/200 000 km warranty.
CAR Magazine South Africa (South Africa) · 2026-09-15