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Why the Foton Truckmate Makes Sense for South African SMEs
Why the Foton Truckmate Makes Sense for South African SMEs
For a small business owner, the vehicle parked outside is rarely just transport. By 10am, it may already have carried tools to a job site, collected materials from a supplier an…
2026-08-26
Beyond the Bakkie: Why More South African Businesses Are Choosing Panel Vans
Beyond the Bakkie: Why More South African Businesses Are Choosing Panel Vans
For decades, the bakkie has been the trusted workhorse of South African businesses. Whether it’s on a construction site, delivering goods, travelling between farms or supporting…
2026-07-30
Why the Foton Miler Lite is the Perfect Vehicle for Growing South African Businesses
Why the Foton Miler Lite is the Perfect Vehicle for Growing South African Businesses
Every successful business reaches a point where its transport needs begin to outgrow its current vehicle. For many South African entrepreneurs, contractors, delivery operators,…
2026-07-21
Affordable Double Cabs in South Africa: Do You Really Need a R1 Million Bakkie?
Affordable Double Cabs in South Africa: Do You Really Need a R1 Million Bakkie?
Over the past few years, South African motorists have watched double cab bakkie prices climb to unprecedented levels.
2026-06-09
Why Hybrid is the Smart Next Step for South African Bakkie Buyers
Why Hybrid is the Smart Next Step for South African Bakkie Buyers
South African bakkie owners have always been practical people.
2026-06-04
FOTON SA LAUNCHES FOTON MILER LITE, A NEW CODE 8 LVC
FOTON SA LAUNCHES FOTON MILER LITE, A NEW CODE 8 LVC
Pretoria, South Africa – Foton South Africa is showcasing South Africa’s biggest model range of light commercial vehicles at this year’s NAMPO Harvest Day, one of the largest ag…
2026-05-18
Foton South Africa surpasses 5,000 vehicles on local roads
Foton South Africa surpasses 5,000 vehicles on local roads
Foton South Africa has surpassed 5,000 vehicles on South African roads since its official market entry only 18 months ago, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s rapid l…
2026-04-22
Foton Establishes First Overseas Manufacturing Base in South Africa
Foton Establishes First Overseas Manufacturing Base in South Africa
Foton has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of Completely Knocked Down (CKD) vehicle production at its manufacturing facility in Gqeberha, strengthening Sout…
2026-03-30
Why After-Sales Support Matters Just as Much as the Vehicle Itself | Foton South Africa
Why After-Sales Support Matters Just as Much as the Vehicle Itself | Foton South Africa
When buying a bakkie or commercial vehicle, most people focus on the obvious things like power, load capacity, fuel consumption, and price. But for many South African business o…
2026-03-12
How Visual Design Influences the Car-Buying Decision | Thought Leadership by Thomas Langford
How Visual Design Influences the Car-Buying Decision | Thought Leadership by Thomas Langford
When people start thinking about buying a car, the decision rarely begins with horsepower figures or fuel economy statistics.
2026-03-06
Foton’s Rapid Rise: From New Entrant to Top-Tier Commercial Brand in Just Over a Year
Foton’s Rapid Rise: From New Entrant to Top-Tier Commercial Brand in Just Over a Year
Foton South Africa has achieved a significant milestone in its growth journey. According to the latest NAAMSA January 2026 new vehicle sales report, Foton ranked 7th in Light Co…
2026-02-10
Foton’s Tunland V7 and V9 Have Officially Arrived in South Africa
Foton’s Tunland V7 and V9 Have Officially Arrived in South Africa
South African motorists now have a powerful new option in the highly competitive full-size double cab segment. The all-new Foton Tunland V7 and Tunland V9 have officially arrive…
2026-01-26
Foton South Africa Celebrates a Landmark Year and Announces New Production Facility in Gqeberha
Foton South Africa Celebrates a Landmark Year and Announces New Production Facility in Gqeberha
2025 has been a defining year for Foton South Africa, marked by rapid growth, nationwide expansion, and unwavering support from customers, dealers, partners, and our dedicated t…
2025-12-10
Foton South Africa Unveils the All-New Tunland V7 & V9
Foton South Africa Unveils the All-New Tunland V7 & V9
Foton South Africa proudly announces the official launch of the Foton Tunland V-Series, introducing the rugged and refined Tunland V7 and Tunland V9 to the local market. The hig…
2025-11-18
Foton’s First Pre-Production CKD Pickup Rolls Off the Line in South Africa
Foton’s First Pre-Production CKD Pickup Rolls Off the Line in South Africa
September 30, 2025, will be remembered as a landmark day for both the South African automotive sector and for Foton globally. On this date, the very first pre-production Complet…
2025-10-06
Foton South Africa is Built for Business: A Comprehensive Light Commercial Range
Foton South Africa is Built for Business: A Comprehensive Light Commercial Range
Foton South Africa is fast becoming a trusted name in the light commercial vehicle market, with a versatile lineup designed to meet the transport and logistics needs of South Af…
2025-09-26
Is Chinese Really an Option
Is Chinese Really an Option
It’s a pity that some of the Chinese brands have entered the South African car market, then withdrawn, and then returned again. That’s one of the reasons the Chinese have a bad…
2025-08-29
Spreading Smiles This Mandela Month with CHOC
Spreading Smiles This Mandela Month with CHOC
Every year, South Africans come together to honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela, a legacy rooted in compassion, unity, and service to others. This year, the Foton South Africa t…
2025-08-06
Why the Foton Miler Is the Smart Choice for South African Roads
Why the Foton Miler Is the Smart Choice for South African Roads
In today’s fast-moving business landscape, having the right vehicle by your side isn’t just a convenience, it’s a necessity. The Foton Miler is designed with the demands of Sout…
2025-07-21
Meet the Foton Truck Mate – Built for Business, Designed for Value
Meet the Foton Truck Mate – Built for Business, Designed for Value
When it comes to getting the job done, whether you’re transporting supplies, delivering goods, or building your business, the Foton Truck Mate is designed to be your most reliab…
2025-07-17
Foton South Africa Ignites a New Era of Business Mobility with the Launch of the All-New Truck Mate
Foton South Africa Ignites a New Era of Business Mobility with the Launch of the All-New Truck Mate
Johannesburg, South Africa – Foton South Africa has officially launched the all-new Foton Truck Mate, a rugged, adaptable, and business-ready light commercial vehicle built to p…
2025-06-30
Foton SA at NAMPO 2025 – Powering Progress in the Agricultural Sector
Foton SA at NAMPO 2025 – Powering Progress in the Agricultural Sector
Foton South Africa proudly took part in NAMPO 2025, one of the largest agricultural exhibitions in the Southern Hemisphere. This year’s event was nothing short of incredible, an…
2025-06-02
Foton Tunland G7 2.0TD TLX 4×4 (2024) Review
Foton Tunland G7 2.0TD TLX 4×4 (2024) Review
We got the keys to the budget-friendly Foton Tunland G7 2.0TD TLX 4×4, which slots in just below the flagship Limited 4×4 derivative. Find out what the model is like to drive here.
2025-05-20
Foton Tunland G7 2.0TD Double Cab TL Manual (2025) Review – Entry-Level Foton Surprises
Foton Tunland G7 2.0TD Double Cab TL Manual (2025) Review – Entry-Level Foton Surprises
A double cab bakkie for under R400 000? Yes, it is possible. You may be wondering how many sacrifices you need to be prepared to live with when shopping at the more affordable e…
2025-05-20
REVIEW: Foton Tunland G7 Has Rivals Beaten in Price
REVIEW: Foton Tunland G7 Has Rivals Beaten in Price
Though not without foibles, at R559,900 the Chinese double cab offers attractive value in a highly competitive segmentby Denis Droppa
2025-04-29
Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab: A Tough, Stylish Bakkie Built for Power & Precision
Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab: A Tough, Stylish Bakkie Built for Power & Precision
The Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab is here with promises of combining rugged durability with modern comfort and performance. As a double cab bakkie designed for both work and play,…
2025-02-26
5 Outdoor Adventures Perfect for the Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab
5 Outdoor Adventures Perfect for the Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab
The Foton Tunland G7 Double Cab is more than just a workhorse – it’s the ultimate adventure companion. With its powerful engine, rugged design, and spacious interior, the Tunlan…
2025-01-22
The Foton Miler: Built for Business, Designed for Efficiency!
The Foton Miler: Built for Business, Designed for Efficiency!
If you’re looking for a vehicle that’s built to handle the hustle of urban deliveries while offering reliability, comfort, and style, then look no further than the Foton Miler.…
2024-10-30
Foton’s Grand Return Highlighted by Massive Lineup and Local Production
Foton’s Grand Return Highlighted by Massive Lineup and Local Production
Foton has been China’s leading commercial vehicle brand for the past 19 years and now, in collaboration with Combined Motor Holdings Limited (CMH) plans on taking the local mark…
2024-06-28
Foton Tunland G7 (2024) Price & Specs
Foton Tunland G7 (2024) Price & Specs
Yet another Chinese contender has entered – or, in this case, returned to – South Africa’s bakkie market, with prices kicking off at R319 900. Here’s what we know about the Foto…
2024-06-28
Foton Motor South Africa New Products and Strategy Release Launch
Foton Motor South Africa New Products and Strategy Release Launch
Foton South Africa is bringing in the heat in the commercial and bakkie space with some new products and strategies to shake up the market. We saw a few models that should pique…
2024-06-28
Foton fires latest Chinese bakkie price salvo with new Tunland G7
Foton fires latest Chinese bakkie price salvo with new Tunland G7
Tunland G7 will spearhead an eventual three-bakkie range set to be bolstered next year by the V9 and G9.
2024-06-28
Foton Tunland Bakkies Hit SA – Pricing and Spec
Foton Tunland Bakkies Hit SA – Pricing and Spec
Over the past few years, China has slowly crept its way into the mainstream, by introducing competitively priced products that intend to disprove beliefs of poor build quality a…
2024-06-28
Foton South Africa launches affordable G7 Tunland bakkie — prices and details
Foton South Africa launches affordable G7 Tunland bakkie — prices and details
Chinese light commercial vehicle brand Foton has launched the new Tunland G7 range of one-tonne bakkies in South Africa at eye-catching prices.
2024-06-28
CMH Group Officially Launch Foton In South Africa
CMH Group Officially Launch Foton In South Africa
Foton in partnership with Combined Motor Holdings Limited (CMH), launched its latest line-up of light commercial vehicles in South Africa.
2024-06-28
Affordable new Foton bakkie goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications
Affordable new Foton bakkie goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications
The new Foton Tunland G7 has landed in South Africa with buyers having a choice between six specifications spanning one single (SC) and five double cabs (DC).
2024-06-27
Who is Foton? A Closer Look at the Chinese Automotive Giant
Who is Foton? A Closer Look at the Chinese Automotive Giant
When it comes to global automotive players, Foton stands out as a prominent name that has been making waves for years. Originating from China, Foton has carved a niche for itsel…
2024-06-12
Foton Unveils Next-Gen Light Commercial Vehicles
Foton Unveils Next-Gen Light Commercial Vehicles
FOTON, the renowned Chinese automotive manufacturer, has just announced an exciting development for the South African market. The company is set to launch its highly anticipated…
2024-06-12
Foton to Launch New Light Commercial Vehicle Lineup in South Africa with CMH Group
Foton to Launch New Light Commercial Vehicle Lineup in South Africa with CMH Group
Exciting developments are underway in the South African automotive market as Foton, a respected name in the industry since 2008, teams up with Combined Motor Holdings Limited (C…
2024-06-12