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CarGurus UK review of the Dolphin Surf
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Hybrid Ute Comparison: Ford Ranger PHEV vs BYD Shark 6 vs GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV - Drive.com.au
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Ute. That has to be one of the worst words known to man
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10 Bucks says the Aussies think the same of us re: bakkie
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Hot or not? Here's what designer Frank Stephenson thinks of the Yangwang U9
Yangwang's thrown the book of design at the U9, but does the McLaren P1 designer think it's been a successful throw?
Frank Stephenson is a car designer with more hits than the Beatles, including the Escort RS Cossie, first BMW Mini, Maser MC12, numerous Ferraris and the McLaren P1. These days he runs his own consultancy – Frank Stephenson Design. Here he shares his views on Yangwang's U9 with Top Gear
A new wave of Chinese car design is upon us. While traditional European and US marques play it safe, Yangwang has thrown the rulebook out of the window. The Chinese are not merely catching up, they’re looking further ahead, charting a future in which they define the direction of aesthetics and performance.
The U9’s design is unapologetically extrovert. Rather than conforming to European or US tastes, the U9 shows how the Chinese design language is evolving, without any heritage or baggage from the past holding them back.
But the U9 is far from visually harmonious. The convergence of edginess and the abundance of design elements are something closer to a Fast & Furious fantasy than an attempt at timelessness. There is energy, but aesthetic overload has been the route taken to achieve it. As a result, while the U9 will turn heads, it will struggle to earn the kind of enduring respect reserved for the supercar greats.
Yangwang's thrown the book of design at the U9, but does the McLaren P1 designer think it's been a successful throw?
Frank Stephenson is a car designer with more hits than the Beatles, including the Escort RS Cossie, first BMW Mini, Maser MC12, numerous Ferraris and the McLaren P1. These days he runs his own consultancy – Frank Stephenson Design. Here he shares his views on Yangwang's U9 with Top Gear
A new wave of Chinese car design is upon us. While traditional European and US marques play it safe, Yangwang has thrown the rulebook out of the window. The Chinese are not merely catching up, they’re looking further ahead, charting a future in which they define the direction of aesthetics and performance.
The U9’s design is unapologetically extrovert. Rather than conforming to European or US tastes, the U9 shows how the Chinese design language is evolving, without any heritage or baggage from the past holding them back.
But the U9 is far from visually harmonious. The convergence of edginess and the abundance of design elements are something closer to a Fast & Furious fantasy than an attempt at timelessness. There is energy, but aesthetic overload has been the route taken to achieve it. As a result, while the U9 will turn heads, it will struggle to earn the kind of enduring respect reserved for the supercar greats.
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BYD battles Tesla for dominance as EV sales hit a record
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BYD & Absa Launch New Finance Solution to Boost EV Adoption in SA
BYD has partnered with Absa to introduce a range of sustainable vehicle finance solutions aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in South Africa.
Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer BYD and Absa have teamed up to launch a green vehicle finance solution in South Africa. The collaboration between two companies is focused on supporting Absa’s broader climate strategy and the Shenzhen automaker’s mission to make premium electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible in emerging markets such as ours. The newly formed alliance aims to give South Africans access to exclusive finance offers when purchasing BYD vehicles, including the Dolphin and Seal, through Absa’s digital platform.
“We’re excited to lead the way in supporting green mobility,” said Charl Potgieter, Absa Managing Executive of Asset and Vehicle Finance. “This partnership forms part of our sustainable lending journey and supports the development of a green transport ecosystem. Through tailored finance solutions, we aim to reduce the cost barrier that currently limits EV adoption.”
The deal marks BYD’s first formal vehicle finance arrangement in South Africa, and is designed to streamline the purchasing process through Absa’s end-to-end digital platform.
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BYD has partnered with Absa to introduce a range of sustainable vehicle finance solutions aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles in South Africa.
Chinese new-energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer BYD and Absa have teamed up to launch a green vehicle finance solution in South Africa. The collaboration between two companies is focused on supporting Absa’s broader climate strategy and the Shenzhen automaker’s mission to make premium electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible in emerging markets such as ours. The newly formed alliance aims to give South Africans access to exclusive finance offers when purchasing BYD vehicles, including the Dolphin and Seal, through Absa’s digital platform.
“We’re excited to lead the way in supporting green mobility,” said Charl Potgieter, Absa Managing Executive of Asset and Vehicle Finance. “This partnership forms part of our sustainable lending journey and supports the development of a green transport ecosystem. Through tailored finance solutions, we aim to reduce the cost barrier that currently limits EV adoption.”
The deal marks BYD’s first formal vehicle finance arrangement in South Africa, and is designed to streamline the purchasing process through Absa’s end-to-end digital platform.
BYD & Absa Launch New Finance Solution to Boost EV Adoption in SA
BYD has partnered with Absa to introduce sustainable vehicle finance solutions aimed at boosting the adoption of electric vehicles in SA...
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5 Most Expensive Chinese Cars in South Africa in 2025
We’ve rounded up the five most expensive Chinese cars you can buy in South Africa in 2025.
As we’ve highlighted in our A-Z of Chinese Brands in SA feature in the June 2025 issue of CAR magazine, among the several Chinese automakers currently trading in South Africa, there are several more heading our way, with each vying for a piece of market share across several segments.
Now, while myriad Chinese vehicles were introduced to our shores as more attainable offerings (Chery’s Tiggo 4 Pro, for example) a number of cars from the Far East are placed – and priced – within the premium segment.
We take a look at the five most expensive Chinese cars that you can buy in South Africa as of July 2025.
5. BYD Sealion 7 Premium – R1 099 900
4. Maxus T90 EV double cab – R1 100 000
3. BYD Seal Performance AWD- R1 199 900
2. GWM Tank 500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4WD – R1 228 950
1. BYD Sealion 7 Performance AWD – R1 299 900
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We’ve rounded up the five most expensive Chinese cars you can buy in South Africa in 2025.
As we’ve highlighted in our A-Z of Chinese Brands in SA feature in the June 2025 issue of CAR magazine, among the several Chinese automakers currently trading in South Africa, there are several more heading our way, with each vying for a piece of market share across several segments.
Now, while myriad Chinese vehicles were introduced to our shores as more attainable offerings (Chery’s Tiggo 4 Pro, for example) a number of cars from the Far East are placed – and priced – within the premium segment.
We take a look at the five most expensive Chinese cars that you can buy in South Africa as of July 2025.
5. BYD Sealion 7 Premium – R1 099 900
4. Maxus T90 EV double cab – R1 100 000
3. BYD Seal Performance AWD- R1 199 900
2. GWM Tank 500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4WD – R1 228 950
1. BYD Sealion 7 Performance AWD – R1 299 900
5 Most Expensive Chinese Cars in South Africa in 2025
Chinese automakers are shaking up the local automotive market. We've rounded up the five most expensive Chinese cars in South Africa...
www.carmag.co.za
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