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BAIC South Africa Drives Global Excellence with SUV Fleet for G20 Summit
Johannesburg, South Africa – November 2025 – BAIC South Africa has officially handed over a fleet of 20 premium SUVs to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) in preparation for the G20 Summit hosted in South Africa. The fleet, comprising the BAIC X55 Plus and the newly launched B30 SUV, will facilitate the […]
BAIC South Africa Gears Up for National Launch of All-New B30 SUV
The countdown has begun for one of the most anticipated automotive events of the year as BAIC South Africa prepares to officially unveil the all-new BAIC B30 SUV at a national launch in Johannesburg this November. Following its debut at the Festival of Motoring 2025, where it generated significant media attention and consumer interest, the […]
BAIC B30 SUV to be Assembled Locally at Coega, Strengthening Brand’s SA Commitment
BAIC South Africa has confirmed that the all-new B30 SUV will be assembled locally at its Coega facility in Gqeberha, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s long-term commitment to the South African market. The announcement follows the B30’s dynamic debut at the Festival of Motoring 2025 and comes ahead of its official national launch […]
Versatility Meets Intelligence: The All-New BAIC B30 SUV Redefines Hybrid Adventure in South Africa
Excitement is building across the country as BAIC South Africa gears up for the official launch of the all-new BAIC B30 SUV in November 2025. First unveiled to the public at the 2025 Festival of Motoring at Kyalami, the B30 marks a pivotal step for BAIC — a brand rapidly evolving from newcomer to serious […]
BAIC South Africa Unveils the All-New B30 SUV at Festival of Motoring 2025
Johannesburg, South Africa, 29 August 2025 – BAIC South Africa made a strong impression at this year’s Festival of Motoring with the highly anticipated unveiling of the all-new BAIC B30 SUV. The reveal took place on media day, Thursday, 28 August, giving journalists and industry insiders the very first glimpse of BAIC’s latest midsize contender. […]
BAIC to Unveil All-New B30 at Festival of Motoring 2025
Johannesburg, 18 August 2025 – BAIC South Africa is preparing to make a commanding appearance at this year’s Festival of Motoring, hosted at the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 29–31 August. As the country’s premier automotive showcase, the festival will serve as the stage for the highly anticipated public debut of the all-new BAIC […]
A New Year, A New Chapter: BAIC SA’s 2025 Vision
As we usher in the new year, we at BAIC South Africa want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible community. Your unwavering support, enthusiasm, and trust in our brand are what drive us to continuously push the boundaries of automotive innovation. Together, we’ve shared countless moments on the road, and we look […]
Mahindra Partners with Lions Cricket as Official Vehicle Sponsor
Gqeberha, South Africa — In a remarkable celebration of loyalty and trust, BAIC South Africa marked its eight-year milestone with its first-ever Customer Appreciation Event, held on 16 November 2024. Themed “Celebrating a Journey of Trust and Gratitude: From 8 to ∞”, the event took place at BAIC’s state-of-the-art production facility in Gqeberha, bringing together customers from across the country for a day brimming with excitement and connection.
BAIC South Africa Sets the Bar High: A Showcase of Innovation at the Festival of Motoring
BAIC South Africa emerged as a standout exhibitor at this year’s Festival of Motoring, underscoring its commitment to innovation and excellence in the automotive industry. The brand’s impressive display featured its current lineup, prominently featuring the BEIJING X55 and B40 PLUS, both capturing the attention of enthusiasts and experts alike. The BEIJING X55, distinguished by […]
BAIC South Africa Dealers Excel at International Auto Show
From April 24-26, 2024, representatives from BAIC South Africa’s dealer network embarked on an exciting journey to the vibrant city of Beijing, China, at the invitation and organization of BAIC South Africa. This visit included a tour of BAIC Group’s headquarters, BAIC Off-Road Vehicles Company, and BAIC New Energy Company, as well as participation in […]
SA Car of the Year competition BEIJING X55
BAIC South Africa proudly announces the historic victory of the new BEIJING X55 in the Compact Family category of the 2023 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition. For the first time in the 37-year history of this esteemed event, a Chinese product has received such recognition. Introduced in November 2022, the BEIJING X55 […]
BAIC’s exciting new BEIJING X55 selected as a 2023 COTY finalist
The BEIJING X55, introduced by BAIC South Africa in November 2022, has been selected as a finalist for the 2023 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition. It is the only Chinese competitor in the Compact Family category of the COTY competition and is one of three Chinese-manufactured vehicles in this year’s















