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Boxy BAIC B30 SUV destined for South Africa in 2025, after ditching risqué name

Beijing Automotive is planning to entice midsize SUV buyers with a brand new model in 2025, and there's a powerful hybrid version.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Upgraded Beijing X55 lands in South Africa: pricing and specifications

Revealed at the Festival of Motoring at Kyalami over the weekend, the X55 Plus boasts subtle design changes, while pricing remains the same as before.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Upgraded Beijing X55 lands in South Africa: pricing and specifications

Revealed at the Festival of Motoring at Kyalami over the weekend, the X55 Plus boasts subtle design changes, while pricing remains the same as before.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

BAIC says SA factory could produce cars for other Chinese brands as limited production commences

BAIC is talking with a number of Chinese carmakers about the possibility of doing joint-venture assembly deals as the capacity in the Coega plant grows.

Motoring Industry News
Colin Windell|Published

DRIVEN: Beijing X55 launched in SA with striking looks and bargain price

The Chinese automotive industry has upped its game in a big way, and the latest disruptor to the market is called the Beijing X55. But is it any good?

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

BAIC’s futuristic-looking Beijing X55 SUV confirmed for South Africa

Chinese SUV brands Haval and Chery are already ruffling feathers in the South African market, and now BAIC’s Beijing X55 is throwing down the gauntlet.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

BAIC B80 looks like a Chinese G-Class and it’s coming to South Africa soon

Will China’s G-Class hit the spot with South African 4x4 buyers? Meet the BAIC B80, which is due in October.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

BAIC BJ60 revealed in China, looking upscale and ready to rival Land Cruiser 300

Chinese brand BAIC looks to have taken a decisive step upmarket with the BJ60, a new large SUV with a luxurious interior.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

DRIVEN: BAIC B40 Plus is a new 4x4 option with Wrangler vibes

Here’s everything you need to know about the new BAIC B40 Plus 4x4, which has just been launched in South Africa.

Motoring Launches
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