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Feeling flat? Here’s how to jumpstart a car with a battery booster pack

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It can be a good idea to keep a car battery booster pack in your car. That way, you can jump start your battery even if you can’t get another car to help you.

Battery Booster

Before you start, make sure:

  • The car battery doesn’t look damaged and isn’t leaking.
  • You’ve taken off any metal jewellery or watches and removed dangling clothing like a tie or scarf.

Steps to using a car battery booster

1. Check the battery booster
  • Make sure the packs fully charged
  • Put the battery booster pack somewhere stable. Don’t put it on the engine as it might fall off when the engine starts.
Red Jump Cable
2. Connect the red jump lead
  • Connect the red positive (+) jump lead from the battery pack to the positive (+) terminal of the car battery.
3. Connect the black jump lead
  • Connect the black negative (-) jump lead to an earthing point on your car. Unpainted metal on the engine block or chassis is the best.
4. Switch on the pack
  • Once the battery packs connected, switch on the pack.
Battery Booster
5. Try to start the car
  • Try to start your car by turning the key in the ignition.
  • If it doesn’t start after a few tries, there’s probably a more serious problem that needs help.
6. Let the engine run
  • If the car starts, keep the engine running for about 5 minutes.
  • After 5 minutes switch off the booster and allow the engine to run for a further 5 to 10 minutes.
7. Turn off and disconnect
  • Turn off the engine.
  • Remove the leads in the reverse order to how you placed them on (first disconnect the black lead, then the red lead).
8. Restart your car
  • Try turning the keys in the ignition to see if the car starts up again.
What to do after you’ve jump started your car

If you’ve managed to jump start your car, the engine will need to recharge again fully.

Charge the engine by driving normally (not in stop-start traffic) for at least 30 minutes. You can also use a portable car battery charger to top up the charger on your battery.

Haval engine
How often should you change a car battery?

On average, batteries last between 5 and 7 years but you should only consider changing a car battery when it’s showing signs of deterioration.

If the battery’s more than 5 years old and seems like it’s struggling to start the car, get if checked out. It’s better to be safe than sorry-it’ll be worse if it’s a roadside emergency or on a cold morning when you’re already late for work.

Start your warm journey with Haval and Book your test drive now…

Visit us at 📌167 Josiah Gumede Road, Pinetown
Or call us on ☎ 0877252088
Or visit our website on 🌐www.havalpinetown.co.za for amazing winter deals.

Car Maintenance Tips for Winter

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Winter can be a challenging time for car owners. Cold weather and heavy rain can cause problems with tyres, engines, and other functionalities. To ensure that your car runs smoothly and safely during winter, here are a few tips:

Battery check for winter

Is your battery giving up?

Winter can seriously damage your car battery, especially if you park it outside. Avoid the sinking feeling of hearing nothing when you hit the ignition with a proactive check of your battery and charging system. Repair shops usually do not charge much to test your battery, many car parts stores will not even charge you a fee. If you find out your battery’s going out, you can replace it at a suitable time, instead of being at the point of whatever shop your deceased car is being towed to.

Engine Maintenance for winter

Check your parts

To improve aerodynamics and save petrol/diesel, today’s cars are equipped with higher detailed underbody panels and low-hanging front spoilers. When driving through heavy rain in the winter, you could end up ripping off the entire panel and possibly its mounting hardware. Check underneath the car, starting from the front, to see if any loose parts are hanging or flapping around before the ground gets too cold. You might be able to replace it or put it back in place. Cable ties or duct tape will do the trick.

Underneath car

Stop or at least slow corrosion

Vehicles resistance to corrosion has come a long way in the last couple of years. Take a good look at the car (ideally after a good wash) for any scratches or dings where you can see the bare metal under the paint. Paint should be applied to these. A professional repair is better, but if it’s out of your budget, you can do a quick fix yourself. Clean the area with some solvent (acetone or rubbing alcohol) and apply a clear coat of nail polish. You can even buy touch up paint in your car’s colour and it will work. When it comes to the prevention of rust on the underbody, keeping it clean is the best thing you can do. In addition, spray a few cans of Fluid Film on the metal parts of your underbody.

Front lights

Wax the lights

Keeping your headlights clean will make a difference in the darkness of winter. Here is an easy two-minute recommendation: Make sure the headlights are clean of dirt, rub car wax (any brand will do) on the lens, let it dry and buff it off, repeat. Also, do the taillights. The slippery surface you leave behind will be less likely to build up an ice coat when you are driving, it will make it easier to remove it if it does.

Don’t forget to check the pressure in your tyres weekly, to keep your fuel tank half full, and to protect your windshield wipers.

Maintaining a vehicle is very important. I hope these tips helped make your driving safe and maintain the condition of your vehicle. The winter is perhaps the most critical time for proper vehicle maintenance.

Car Maintenance for winter

Beat the winter colds, start your warm journey with Haval…

Visit us at 📌167 Josiah Gumede Road, Pinetown
Or call us on ☎ 0877252088
Or visit our website on 🌐www.havalpinetown.co.za for amazing winter deals.

Exploring L.E.M.O.N. Haval’s new modular platform. – CMH Haval Little Falls

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Haval has had quite a big year in South Africa. It has launched the popular Haval Jolion and their new shape flagship the Haval H6. Both vehicles have been built on a new Platform designed by Haval called L.E.M.O.N. a new lightweight build that was been praised by industry experts. But what is L.E.M.O.N. why is it such a big deal for the manufacturer?

Haval Jolion Rear

From a manufacturer perspective building vehicles on a lighter platform has plenty of advantages. Lower deadweight means better driving range which is good in times where we are looking for ways to be more energy efficient. With the launch of the National VI Emission Standard by the Chinese government which aims to reduce carbon emissions, this new platform paves the way for Haval to achieve its goal of producing greener vehicles.

L.E.M.O.N. Structure

Additional benefits of the platform mean better performance from the engine. Acceleration will improve because the engine is not carrying as much weight. Braking will improve because the brake discs and pads will not work as hard to stop a lighter vehicle.

L.E.M.O.N. Mod

While all this sounds great the question now is how did Haval go about making their vehicles more lightweight? Haval made changes to the vehicle structure. GWM used an MDO (multidisciplinary design) approach to identify ways to arrange materials of the vehicle in the most effective way. Once the arrangement is done GWM then looks for lighter materials to build the vehicle and selects to put said materials in different places depending on the load conditions.

Haval H6 Rear

All this means Haval will be bringing greener, better performing, and safer vehicles to consumers soon. Right now, however, the only vehicles in South Africa using this platform are the Jolion and the H6. Be sure to keep an eye on CMH Haval Little Falls social media pages for more offers on these vehicles.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CMH-Haval-Little-Falls

References

https://www.haval.co.za/news/item/gwm-s-new-vehicles-built-on-l-e-m-o-n-dht-make-a-global-debut-demonstrating-exceptional-performance.html https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/haval-h6-hev-developed-on-l-e-m-o-n-platform-makes-its-debut-in-thailand-876877259.html https://www.gwm-global.com/news/1156012.html https://eftm.com/2021/07/chinese-car-brand-haval-admit-to-building-lemons-or-should-we-say-building-their-new-cars-on-the-l-e-m-o-n-platform-214074 https://www.ccacoalition.org/en/news/china-vi-emissions-standard-milestone-global-transition-soot-free-vehicles#:~:text=The%20China%20VI%20standard%20intends,to%20soot%2Dfree%20emission%20levels. https://www.toptal.com/designers/visual/multidisciplinary-design

Experience the Haval H9 @ CMH Haval Cape Town

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The Haval H9 is the big brother of the Haval range and probably one of the most underrated 4WD seven-seater SUVs on the South African market.

Haval H9

The Haval H9 commands attention with its muscular lines running through the sides of the vehicle to promote the sporty feeling, yet it remains easy on the eye.

The external features of the Haval H9 include a panoramic sunroof, 18” aluminum alloys, roof rails, functional fixed side steps and a stainless-steel rear bumper protector.

The internal features include an electronic 8-way adjustable driver seat with memory and a 4-way adjustable front passenger seat, which also includes massage functions with ventilation and plenty of leg support for absolute comfort. The second row can be manually adjusted; however, the third row is controlled electronically. The multi-zone automatic air conditioning caters for all 3 rows.

Interior

The Infotainment System is taken care of by Infinity sound with an 8” TFT colour LCD touchscreen and 10 speakers creating true surround sound. The Infotainment System has an independent amplifier and boasts automatic adjustable volume with the vehicle speed.

Front double-wishbone suspension and multi-link rear suspension mated to a comfortable chassis gives the vehicle excellent off-road ability. It also boasts hydraulic power steering. Power is delivered via a ZF 8-speed Automatic Integrated Transmission coupled to a BorgWarner double-speed Torque on Demand transfer case with Eton limited-slip differential lock.

The Haval H9 has an efficient 2.0L double-channel turbocharging petrol engine, producing 180kW of power and 350Nm of torque, guaranteeing performance.

Rear View

The driver can select one of 6 driving mode options via the multi-functional display knob on the center console. The options are as follows: 4L, Auto, Mud, Sand, Sport and Snow mode.

This vehicle enjoys huge popularity in Australia with one journalist calling it “a machine rugged enough to survive the Australian outback” — there is no reason than for it not to survive the South African Bushveld.

Contact CMH Haval Cape Town on 021 001 1106 or visit us at Cnr Nelson Mandela Blvd & Christiaan Barnard Str, Foreshore, Cape Town to experience an SUV confident enough to explore any terrain.

THE NEW HAVAL H6 AVAILABLE AT CMH HAVAL CAPE TOWN

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Red Haval H6 Front Exterior The 3rd generation H6 is the latest offering from Haval in the D-Class segment. Built on Haval’s new L.E.M.O.N platform which has been road-tested more than 6 million km’s on 76 different road surfaces to ensure durability. The platform is also known as GWM’s Global High-Intelligence and Modular Technology platform launched to deal with future technology challenges. The new H6 features the latest technology: Lane Hold Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Lane Departure Warning, Accident Avoidance, Adaptive Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking. The technology in the top of the range model is taken to the next level with Traffic Jam Assist, which allows the driver to activate Adaptive Cruise Control in bumper-to-bumper traffic to help avoid those fender benders, which translates into a more relaxed driver upon arrival. Red Haval H6 front exterior The Super Luxury also boasts an intelligent Full-Colour Hud (Heads-Up Display), which means you never have to take your eyes off the road to keep track of your speed. The new H6 boasts an attractive design aesthetic to be unapologetically futuristic with an ‘SCI-FI-ESC’ design intention. Stand out features include LED Headlamps, beautifully designed Alloy Wheels, Digital Instrument clusters and a minimalistic interior cabin design with an oriental feel. Red Haval H6 exterior side All models are fitted with Haval’s 7 Speed DCT Gearbox, a wet Dual Clutch Gearbox designed to be super smooth and efficient and includes Paddle Shifters. The range is currently powered by a 2.0 GDI T Petrol engine, producing 150kW and 320NM of Torque with consumption of 7.4L/100km. The new H6 range consists of the Premium DCT 2WD, Luxury DCT 2WD, Luxury DCT 4WD and the top of the range Super Luxury DCT 4WD. Haval h6 interior Priced from R419 900, it comes with a 5 Year/60 000km Service Plan and 5 Year/100 000km Warranty and 5 Year/Unlimited Roadside Assist. The new Haval H6 offers exceptional value for money and is approximately R100 000 cheaper than its competitor and with the bonus of all the latest technology to get any enthusiasts heart racing. Contact CMH Haval Cape Town today on 021 011 1106 to book your test drive.

The Haval H6 Let’s start the Journey…

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The HAVAL H6 “Let’s start the Journey”

What is not too big or small, but perfect in all aspects?

The Haval H6 the home of everything. The H6 achieved a maximum five-star rating under South Africa’s stringent C-NCAP crash testing regime.

The H6’s standard features include:

  • leather-trimmed adjustable steering wheel for both rake and reach.
  • A crowned jewel of infotainment systems.
  • This midsize SUV is sure to put rival brands on notice.
  • Modern design, high tech interior with comfort spacing and quality that is built to impress.
  • The Haval H6 features a significant shift forward.
  • The 2lt turbo-petrol engine is enhanced by a potent appeal, loads of room.
  • Includes 2 USB ports for rear passengers.
  • Air vents.
  • A collapsible armrest.
  • And a cup holder which is an all-welcomed feature.

This vehicle comes with a strong 5-year warranty/100 000 km. It also comes with a 5 year 60 000km service plan and a 5-year unlimited mileage roadside assistance. This is an all-in-one package. The 2021 Haval H6 provides a strong impression across the board. It has the greatest appeal of all. The Haval H6 has considerably more value for money which includes a seven-speed dual-clutch auto and muscular turbo-petrol engine.

CMH Haval Pinetown provides competitive interest rates to suit your pocket with outstanding and excellent sales service by our friendly staff and personnel. We value our clients …Don’t you agree? Beat the winter blues, book your test drive now and start your journey with the Haval H6… Visit us at 167 Josiah Gumede Road or call us on 031 001 227 or visit our website www.havalpinetown.co.za for amazing winter wonder deals.

The All-New Haval H6 has arrived – CMH Haval Little Falls

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The 1st generation Haval H6 was launched was first introduced at the Shanghai Auto Show in 2011 and the vehicle has been Haval’s flagship ever since. The 2nd generation H6 was introduced in 2017 in China however this model did not make it to the South Africa shores. Needless to say, the brand would want to ensure that they greatly improve the 3rd generation and judging by its looks and features they have set out to do exactly that.

All-new Haval H6 front

Following hot on the heels of the Haval Jolion, the all-new Haval H6 has a completely new contemporary look and luxurious cabin. It is no doubt very pleasing to look at and is sure to turn heads at traffic stops. The H6 uses Haval’s new L.E.M.O.N platform which allows the vehicle to have length at a lower weight.

Powering the new H6 is a turbocharged 2.0 litre 4-cylinder engine with 320Nm of torque between 1500 and 4000 rpm and produces 150Kw of power. It has Haval’s second-generation 7MT gearbox making for easier gear changes.

Reverse Camera

The H6 has an impressive cabin and they have spared no expense to make you feel like you’re driving a luxury vehicle. Keyless entry and push start combined with panoramic sunroof make the Haval H6 feel glamorous. The leather finishes also give it a premium touch.

Pricing:

HAVAL H6 2.0T 7DCT 2WD Premium – R419 900
HAVAL H6 2.0T 7DCT 2WD Luxury – R454 900
HAVAL H6 2.0T 7DCT 4WD Luxury – R479 900
HAVAL H6 2.0T 7DCT 4WD Super Luxury – R514 900

All-New Haval H6 Badge

The H6 comes standard with Haval’s 5 year/100 000 km warranty and a 5 year/60 000 km service plan. Be sure to contact CMH Haval Little Falls to hear more about offers on this stunning vehicle.

References

https://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-haval-h6-model-line-prices-revealed/
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/new-model-all-new-3rd-gen-haval-h6-sports-utility-vehicle-goes-on-sale-in-sa-5f3b3916-af9d-4e82-8dad-060b993a2094
https://www.timeslive.co.za/motoring/new-models/2021-06-07-five-things-to-know-about-the-new-2021-haval-h6/

P-SERIES COMMERCIAL DLX LTD EDITION BY CMH HAVAL CAPE TOWN CBD

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The P-Series DLX range comprises a Commercial, as well as Passenger specification range.

P-Series DLX Ltd Edition

The P-Series DLX Commercial specification has 4 options to choose from. A manual 6 speed in 4×2 or 4×4 and an Auto in 4×2 or 4×4 catering for everyone’s needs.

The P-Series DLX is the top of the range Commercial spec, and it comes standard with synthetic leather interior, a sunroof, 17-inch mag wheels, 9-inch touch screen infotainment system, featuring Apple and Android car play, reverse camera, electronic park brake on auto models, TPMS sensors, 6 airbags, seatbelt unfasten warning system, Isofix and child lock, emergency brake flashing and a host of other safety features.

P-Series DLX Rear View

The P-Series DLX also comes with a Smart key which allows remote starting of the vehicle.

The 4×4 option is the easiest to manage for Off-road driving. The driver can select 4L by the flick of a switch and the twin Eaton electronic diff-locks will immediately engage to allow a simple easy transition into the dunes for fun and action. The vehicle performs brilliantly off-road.

Interior

CMH GWM/Haval Cape Town has a Limited Edition P-Series All Scene DLX for the discerning 4×4 enthusiast. This vehicle features custom decals, a Sports Bar with a tonneau cover on the load body, a nudge bar and custom 20” mag wheels and off-road tyres. The limited edition gives you the option of driving a unique vehicle to suit your unique personality.

GWM Side View

Contact or visit CMH Haval Cape Town CBD and one of our highly qualified Product Specialist’s will assist in structuring a deal to suit your pocket.

The All-New Haval Jolion – CMH Haval Little Falls

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It is not a secret that the small SUV market in South Africa is growing and changing. Consumers are looking for bigger vehicles with lots of features at affordable prices. Haval is no stranger to offering quality vehicles at affordable prices and Haval’s new offering is no different. Haval has been teasing the launch of its new SUV the Jolion for quite some time now. With its contemporary good looks and competitive pricing, the All-New Haval Jolion is another fabulous offer by Haval.

Haval Jolion Front

The All-New Haval Jolion is built on Haval’s L.E.M.O.N platform. This platform can cater for a variety of shapes and sizes. At first glance, the Jolion is quite a looker. With a big grill and long extended LED lights that are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. The rear of the vehicle continues the stylish looks with long designed lights and contoured edges.

Haval has also gone the extra mile with the interior of the vehicle. The Jolion is up there with the very best. It has a blend of soft finishes that make the vehicle feel premium. A large 7-inch touchscreen informative display greets you when you want to access the features the vehicle has. Depending on the spec you purchase you can also expect to see a reverse camera with park assist, Navigation and in the Super Luxury model a 360-degree camera, blind-spot detection, and lane change assist.

The entry-level Jolion is priced at R299 900, and the Jolion Super Luxury starts at R389 900. Contact CMH Haval Little Falls and secure your Jolion today.

Touchscreen Infotainment

LIVE.LOVE.DRIVE

References

https://www.haval.co.za/products/haval-jolion.html
https://www.dispatchlive.co.za/lifestyle/motoring/2021-05-06-first-drive-why-the-haval-jolion-is-the-best-chinese-offering-yet/
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/haval-jolion-2021-launch-review/51074/
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/new-haval-jolion-in-sa-2021-specs–price/50832/
https://www.timeslive.co.za/motoring/new-models/2021-04-21-five-things-to-know-about-the-new-2021-haval-jolion/

The all-new Haval Jolion at CMH Haval Cape Town

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The Chinese translation for Jolion is First Love – we are confident that this vehicle will become many enthusiasts’ First Love.

Haval Jolion

The Jolion is Haval’s new C-class segment offering, powered by a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine developing 105Kw and 210NM of torque. Power is delivered through the front wheels either via a 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch auto gearbox.

The Jolion has a spacious cabin and 337 liters of boot space, with the 64/40 split rear seats folded flat this becomes a cavernous 1113 liters. The wheelbase on the Jolion is 2,7m allowing for a reasonable amount of leg and knee room.

The Jolion is a stunning vehicle with beautiful lines indicative of the influence of design director, Phil Simmons who has a proven track record with major luxury brands. It has tidy proportions with interesting details such as LED headlights featuring split design daytime running lights. The taillights have a distinctive C-shape LED design as well. The bold chrome grille and smart alloy wheels finish the vehicle beautifully.

Interior

The interior is nicely executed with Haval using a minimalist approach keeping switchgear and buttons to a minimum. The floating centre console on the auto versions is less cluttered with only the electronic park brake and new rotary gear selector. The Super Luxury model also features a wireless charge pad.

There are five models to choose from including the City and Luxury Manual version and the 7-speed DCT auto featuring in the Premium, Luxury and Super Luxury models.

Side View

The Flagship Super Luxury pulls out all the stops with features like a 12.3-inch infotainment touch screen system, customizable digital instrument cluster and a heads-up display. It also has numerous active safety features including traffic sign recognition, auto emergency braking for pedestrians and cyclists, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot assist, and lane departure warning, as well as lane hold assist. It also has 6 airbags for added safety.

The New Jolion range starts from R299 900 and comes with a 5yr/60 000 km service plan as well as a 5yr/ 100 000km warranty. As with all Haval products it also has 5yr/unlimited roadside assistance.

Haval Jolion badge

Contact CMH Haval Cape Town on 087 781 5613 today to book your test drive.

THE HAVAL H1, THE COMPACT CROSSOVER

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The Haval H1 is the perfect first vehicle for anyone. The H1 compact crossover offers the best of both worlds, it is compact and lightweight, with the benefit of a raised ground clearance and safety features usually found on an SUV.

Haval H1 Front View

This compact crossover is jam-packed with an array of features including Daytime running lights, Bluetooth connectivity, Cruise control, Multi-function steering wheel and Rear Park distance control.

The H1 also features front and rear electric windows, as well as electric mirrors and a digital speedometer.

Haval H1 Rear View

The H1 appeals to the young at heart with a zest for life. The sixteen-inch mag wheels give this vehicle a serious attitude.

The H1 is built for the safety of both the driver and passengers. The safety features include dual front airbags and seatbelt unfastening warning system, as well as disc brakes all-round featuring ABS and EBD. ISOFIX child-seat mountings are mounted at the rear with child door locks for added safety.

Interior

To keep your H1 safe and secure, it is equipped with an immobilizer as well as remote central locking and the added feature of car locating function to help find your Haval in a crowded mall parking lot.

Side View

The vehicle is powered by a 69KW 1,5VVT engine with 130NM of torque and produces a low 172g/km of CO2 emissions.

Contact CMH Haval Cape Town CBD to book your test drive in the Haval H1 today.

Limited stock is available. Starting from R202 900, including on the road costs.

The Festival of Golf – CMH Haval Little Falls

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It’s been a full year since the Coronavirus pandemic gripped the country and its safe to say that the fatigue of not being able to go about our daily lives the way were use has long set in. The lack of human contact has undoubtedly hurt the way dealerships are used to doing brand awareness. It is therefore imperative we use strategy to create brand awareness and find any avenue that will bring people back to our dealership.

CMH Haval Little Falls Festival of Golf display

The Randpark Festival of Golf presented a unique opportunity for us to create the awareness we have bene looking for. This festival had over 2000 people participate in one way or another. The club itself has been open for 80 years and it has a loyal following of members. We sponsored the event for the duration of the festival.

To make the event more exciting Haval ran a competition on the 25th and the 26th of February 2021 where you could win a Haval H1 if you got a hole-in-one. Unfortunately, nobody drove away in the vehicle. We did have 2 players come close. One player was a mere 80m away from the hole.

We also had the P-Series single cab and double on display between the halfway house and the Firethorn golf course. The P-series has been quite an exciting addition by GWM with key features such Lane support system, Lane departure warning, Blind spot warning system, 360-degree camera and a Reverse camera.

In addition to the P-series we had the Haval H6 C which has been on the market for quite some time now. Haval has a R30 000 trade assistance deal running on this vehicle for the duration of the first quarter of 2021. The Haval H6 C boasts features like a panoramic sunroof, which comes standard in this model, Xenon headlights, Blind spot information system and 19-inch alloy wheels.

CMH Haval Little Falls has also received word that we will be launching a completely brand-new model called the Jolion in the coming weeks. Be sure to keep an eye on our social media for the next activation and for more information on the Haval Jolion.

References

https://www.randpark.co.za/festival-of-golf/
https://gwm.co.za/pseries-pdc.html
https://www.haval.co.za/products/haval-h6c.html
https://www.news24.com/wheels/offroad_and_4x4/haval-sa-readying-for-a-big-move-heres-what-you-should-know-about-its-new-jolion-suv-20210302-2