This event marks a new era in the South African automotive industry, highlighting Foton’s, as well as CMH Group’s, ongoing commitment to delivering excellence, innovation and sustainability.

The line-up of Foton South Africa consists of the following range of vehicles:

• Tunland Double Cab 2.0 Diesel (120 kW and 390 Nm connected to a 6-speed manual or an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox, 4x2 and 4x4).

• Tunland Hi Rider Single Cab 2.0 Turbo-diesel.

• View Minibus (15-seater luxury Automatic shuttle bus) 2.0 Turbo-diesel (100 kW/330 Nm).

• Asambe, meaning "let's go" in Zulu, a 16-seater Taxi, 2.4 Petrol (100 kW/200 Nm).

• Miler (2.1-Ton Truck), a Turbo-diesel truck delivering 92 kW and 320 Nm.

• eAumark (Fully electric 4-Ton Truck).

• eTruckmate (Fully electric 1.2-Ton Mini Truck).

• eView Panel Van (Fully electric LWB Panel Van) with 85 kW and 290 Nm.

Each of these models is designed to cater to the varied needs of South African consumers, embodying Foton’s dedication to superior performance, advanced safety features and environmental consciousness whilst achieving their goal to be South Africa’s most affordable commercial range, the manufacturer says.

Android and Apple car play come standard in all Double Cabs for added convenience and safety.

CMH Group, a key player in the South African automotive market, is the exclusive distributor for Foton’s new vehicle line-up. This strategic partnership combines Foton’s global expertise with CMH’s extensive local knowledge and resources, ensuring that South African customers receive unparalleled service and support.

"Many small trucks and bakkies have four wheels, an engine and are reasonably reliable. The Foton G7 pick-up range has all this and more: it's sexy, features future-proof styling and boasts a 3-ton towing capacity. Best-in-class pricing, robust performance and like-for-like specification in comparison with traditional brands, all the right ingredients for ‘fun and business’, at the right price. We have also selected only the top dealers in South Africa to deliver the ultimate Foton experience,” explains Marius Smal, CEO of Foton SA.

Foton South Africa will boast a network of 40 dealerships strategically located across the country.

Additionally, Foton’s state-of-the-art 10 000 m² parts warehouse, managed by Mandarin Parts Distributors (Pty) Ltd, is dedicated to supporting aftersales service needs.

"This official launch in South Africa is a significant milestone for Foton International and the CMH Group," says Qin Zhi Tong, Vice General Manager of Foton South Africa Company. "We are excited to bring these advanced vehicles to South Africa and are confident that they will exceed our customers’ expectations."

Prices:

• Tunland G7 Single Cab 4x2 (R319 900), Tunland G7 Double Cab (DC) 4x2 TL Manual (R399 900), Tunland G7 DC 4x2 TL Auto (R469 900), Tunland G7 DC 4x2 TLX Auto (R499 900), Tunland G7 DC 4x4 TLX Auto (R559 900) and Tunland G7 DC 4x4 LTD AT (R599 900).
• Minibus 2.4 Petrol (R439 900), Minibus 2.8 Diesel (R499 900) and the Minibus 2.0 Lux AT (R599 900).
• MILER Chassis Cab (R339 900) and the MILER Dropside (R359 900).
• eTruckMate Chassis Cab (R575 000) and the eTruckMate Dropside (R595 000).
• eView Panelvan (R850 000).
• eAumark Chassis Cab (R1 199 900) and the eAumark Dropside (R1 250 000).