FAW Trucks Southern Africa had a strong sales performance in December 2025, delivering 796 trucks and ending the year with total sales of 6,549 trucks in the Southern African market. This December total is the highest the company has ever recorded in the region and shows ongoing demand for FAW’s locally assembled trucks, even amid tough economic conditions.
This successful close to the year reinforces FAW’s status as the fastest-growing commercial vehicle brand in South Africa. This growth comes from reliable products, competitive ownership costs, and a growing support network.
Last year included several key achievements that strengthened FAW’s market presence and customer relationships:
– Product excellence: The JH6 500 and JH6 550 models received high praise from major customers like Titan Cargo and Rubtrans for their fuel efficiency, driver comfort, safety features, and low maintenance costs. The addition of the JK6 28.310 FD tipper range in May broadened FAW’s offerings for farmers.
– Network expansion: FAW opened five new dealerships with partners Laubstar Holdings and Stucky Motors. The flagship branch in Kraaifontein, Cape Town, launched in October, enhancing service capabilities in the Western Cape.
– Regional leadership: The Export Dealer Conference in November at the Coega plant brought together over 70 representatives from ten SADC and Indian Ocean countries to discuss plans for 2026–2028, including new products, upgrades, and improved after-sales support.
– Customer loyalty: FAW marked Heritage Day by celebrating its long-standing partnerships and acknowledging its growth from three branches in 2010 to 39 outlets across Southern Africa.
– Inclusivity: During Women’s Month, FAW highlighted the important roles of women in transport and logistics, including many in management positions.
Mr. Xin Huang, COO of FAW Trucks Southern Africa, stated, “2025 was a key year for FAW in Southern Africa. We sold 6,549 units while expanding our dealership network, launching new products, and building customer trust. This success shows the strength of our team and partners and the popularity of our vehicles built for African needs. Our strong December performance gives us momentum as we head into 2026 with a commitment to innovation and growth.”
Looking ahead, the South African transport and logistics sector is expected to continue growing in 2026. Industry predictions suggest freight and logistics markets will grow at about 6.2–6.8% annually through the late 2020s. Factors supporting this growth include reduced load-shedding, better infrastructure, lower interest rates, and manageable inflation rates. These improvements should boost investment in fleets and cross-border trade, creating positive conditions for reliable commercial vehicles in logistics, mining, agriculture, and construction.
FAW Trucks Southern Africa thanks its customers, dealers, and employees for their support throughout 2025 and looks forward to providing top-quality trucks and service in the coming year.
