Chinese marque Lepas, a new premium sub-brand of Chery, has confirmed it will debut in SA in 2026.

Lepas (derived from “leap” and “passion”) made its global debut in April 2025 at the Auto Shanghai show and will only be offered in Chery’s international markets, not China...

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