Category: JAC News

JAC Motors Sets New South African Endurance Record With The T9 Bakkie

Posted by Group1 JAC on 21 May 2025

JAC T9 Sets New 24-Hour Endurance Record in South Africa

JAC Motors has carved its name into South Africa’s automotive history books by breaking the national 24-hour endurance record for bakkies. Covering a remarkable 4,084km at an average speed of 170.1km/h, the JAC T9 proved its strength, resilience and engineering excellence at the Gerotek high-speed oval outside Pretoria.

A New Green Era of Bakkies on the Horizon: The JAC T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV

Posted by Group1 JAC on 15 Apr 2025

JAC-T9-PHEV

The JAC T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV is set to make its mark in South Africa soon. If you thought bakkies were just for hauling, think again. This hybrid powerhouse will bring serious performance and green energy to the local market in the second quarter of 2025.

JAC: Revolutionising EVs With The World’s First Sodium-Ion Powered Model

Posted by Group1 JAC on 28 Feb 2025

JAC-E10X First Sodium-Ion Powered Model

JAC Motors is at the forefront of innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, consistently pushing the boundaries of sustainable mobility. With the introduction of the Hua Xianzi, the world’s first electric vehicle powered by a sodium-ion battery, JAC is revolutionising EV technology and offering a more accessible, cost-effective alternative to traditional lithium-ion battery-powered vehicles.

Good News! JAC Is Paving The Way for Electric Trucks

Posted by Group1 JAC on 12 Feb 2025

JAC N90-EV paving the way for Electric Trucks

JAC has been making serious strides in the EV game, and we can’t help but get excited about the possibilities. The JAC N90 EV truck is a shining example of how the automaker is rethinking commercial transport, bringing together electric efficiency, practical functionality, and smart safety features. While it’s not available in South Africa yet, we’re watching with interest to see if it might make its way here in the future.

JAC Bakkie Sales Hit A New Record High!

Posted by Group1 JAC on 12 Dec 2024

JAC Hits a Global Sales Milestone With Their Bakkies

JAC Motors is making significant strides in the bakkie market with a record of 7,054 bakkies sold worldwide in September 2024. This was after shipping a massive 47,600 units in the first nine months of 2024, up by an impressive 13.7% from last year.

An All-New Bakkie-Based SUV Set For SA

Posted by Group1 JAC on 21 Oct 2024

T9 Modelled JAC SUV Destined for SA

Chinese automaker JAC is getting ready to make waves in the South African SUV market with the upcoming launch of its highly anticipated 7-seater SUV, unofficially dubbed the “T9 SUV”.

Following in the footsteps of brands like Chery, which re-entered the South African market in 2021 and quickly built a loyal following, JAC is poised to take on some heavyweights in the adventure SUV segment. Set to be unveiled locally in the second quarter of 2025, this rugged, bakkie-based SUV is aimed squarely at rivals such as the Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

JAC Launches Two New X200 Derivatives

Posted by Group1 JAC on 13 Sep 2024

New JAC X200 Models And Variants Explained

In an exciting update, JAC Motors has introduced two new derivatives to its popular X200 line-up, expanding the versatility and appeal of this hardworking vehicle. For those unfamiliar with the JAC X200, it is a robust workhorse, ideal for small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking an affordable and dependable light commercial vehicle. The addition of the new X200s provides even more options for customers who need reliable performance for a variety of tasks.

JAC Motors SA Launches State-of-the-Art Parts Warehouse

Posted by Group1 JAC on 14 Jun 2024

Big News: JAC Boasts Bigger Parts Warehouse For SA

After years of solid growth in Southern Africa, JAC Motors has firmly established itself in the region. Now, as it completes its seventh year on SA soil, the Chinese carmaker has established 70 dealerships across Southern Africa, offering a diverse local product line-up of reliable bakkies and trucks.

JAC Brand Sets Up Shop In Philippines

Posted by Group1 JAC on 02 May 2024

The JAC Motors brand hits the Philippines

We’re thrilled to see the JAC brand making inroads into new markets. The recent unveiling at the 2024 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) marked JAC Motors’ triumphant return to the Philippine automotive scene, in collaboration with Astara Philippines.

About The JAC Motors Company – Part 2

Posted by Group1 JAC on 19 Mar 2024

JAC Motors: The Company

JAC has experienced years of solid growth since it entered the South African market in 2017. In Part 1, we covered the beginnings and remarkable journey that has driven JAC to the forefront of the global automotive industry. Now, in Part 2, we journey further into the company’s foundational values, innovative spirit, and ongoing commitment to shaping the future of mobility.