They like Chinese cars and talk about new opportunities for the Chinese economy together | Communication: International | China | Earth in Africa
Changchun/Cairo, July 24th (Xinhua) -- On the land of Africa, they like Chinese cars
Xinhua News Agency reporter Ma Xiaocheng, Yao Bingtian, Hongyi
The 20th Changchun International Auto Expo was recently successfully held in Changchun, the birthplace of China's automotive industry. The Chinese automotive industry has attracted a large number of domestic and international car companies to participate in the exhibition, relying on its huge market. On the other end of the world, Chinese brand cars are racing across Africa, helping local people increase their income and improve their lives.
In recent years, China's automotive industry has made significant progress and has made strides towards the international market. "Chinese independent brands continue to strengthen their automotive technology research and development, and continue to grow and develop." Wu Wei, a salesperson at the Great Wall Motors booth at the Auto Expo, told Xinhua News Agency that there is strong demand for Chinese cars in the international market, and many Chinese brands are doing better and better overseas.
In Cairo, Egypt, 43 year old Mohammad Mustafa has long regarded his Chinese car as an inseparable "old buddy". As a ride hailing driver, he drives Chery Tiggo through the streets and alleys of Cairo every day. "It was Chinese cars that helped me change my life," Mustafa said. "It helped me earn money and solve my livelihood problems."
In 2019, Mustafa planned to purchase a car as a means of making a living, believing that durability and low price were the key. After comprehensive comparison, he ultimately chose "Ruihu". "I bought it on a friend's recommendation. Now it seems that my choice is correct."
In Egypt, the number of Chinese cars is becoming increasingly large. "Chinese cars have gained unprecedented trust and support in the Egyptian market." Osama Abdul Majid, Chairman of the Egyptian Automobile Dealers Association, said that the reason why Chinese cars attract Egyptian consumers is not only "affordable", but also "high-quality".
In South Africa, Chinese cars are also favored by consumers, and sales continue to rise. In 2006, Chinese automotive brands first entered the South African market, and since then, more than 10 brands have entered South Africa and achieved impressive sales results. In 2022, the sales of Chinese automotive brands in South Africa exceeded 35000 units, and it is expected to exceed 40000 units by 2023.
A few months ago, a South African girl named Valencia purchased a BAIC X55 car. "The red leather seats have a sporty style, and I really like this design." Valencia openly expressed his love for this car.
In June of this year, BAIC's latest generation X55 model won the Annual Household SUV Award in the South African Model of the Year selection. The Great Wall Cannon, which was launched in South Africa at the end of 2020, won the "Best New Pickup of the Year" award at the 2022 model selection event of the South African Association of Automobile Manufacturers. So far, it has sold over 10000 vehicles locally.
Industry insiders believe that the quality and technological advantages of Chinese car companies are gradually emerging globally, and the export of domestic brand cars will continue to grow strongly. According to data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, in the first half of 2023, China's automobile exports reached 2.14 million units, a year-on-year increase of 75.7%. China is expected to become the world's largest exporter of automobiles this year.
