Dakar - South African crews dig deep as second week begins
The 2026 Dakar Rally roared back into action on Monday with Stage 8, a gruelling 481km loop around Wadi Ad Dawasir.
- Industry News
- 12 January 2026
GWM is once again a prominent exhibitor, underscoring its continued commitment to the South African agricultural community by showcasing its latest innovations and a robust vehicle range designed to meet the sector's demanding needs.
The GWM stand features a full display of vehicles tailored to meet the demands of the agricultural market, including the GWM P-series range, the newly launched Haval H7, the much-anticipated Tank 300 diesel and a special edition of the Tank 500 .
A highlight of this year’s showcase, is the exclusive pre-launch display of the updated 2025 Haval H6, set to make its official debut in the coming days, appealing to both urban and rural families alike.
Floyd Ramabulana, GWM South Africa's Head of Marketing, shared his enthusiasm: "Nampo is a vital event for us, reinforcing our long-standing involvement in the event. It's the perfect stage to unveil our latest innovations, like the new Haval H6, and demonstrate how GWM vehicles are engineered to not only meet but exceed the tough demands of the agricultural community."
GWM South Africa is dedicated to providing vehicles that offer reliability, durability, advanced technology and exceptional value – qualities highly valued within the agricultural sector. The comprehensive line-up at Nampo 2025 powerfully reflects this ongoing commitment.
GWM South Africa invites all media representatives and Nampo Harvest Day attendees to visit their stand to get a first look at the new Haval H6 and explore the full range of vehicles on display.


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