BUSINESSMay 27 · 13:11 UTCSEMAFORTiisetso Motsoeneng

Chinese vehicle trade deficit with S.Africa hits $3.5B

South Africa's automotive trade deficit with China reached $3.5 billion in 2025, doubling over four years and becoming its largest with any country. Chinese brands captured over 20% market share in 2025 by offering budget-friendly SUVs, displacing competitors like Nissan and Renault, prompting calls for local factory investments and potential import tax hikes.

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