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Several Chinese brands are among the semfinalists for 2025 Car of the Year, including the Omoda C9, pictured above. Picture: DENIS DROPPA
Several Chinese brands are among the semfinalists for 2025 Car of the Year, including the Omoda C9, pictured above. Picture: DENIS DROPPA

Chinese carmakers are accelerating their global expansion, with a particular focus on increasing their presence in African countries. Since Chinese vehicle makers entered the SA market more than a decade ago, over 10 Chinese brands have established a presence and achieved strong sales. Business Day TV spoke to David Furlonger, editor-at-large for Financial Mail, for more detail.

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