Foton Motor is one of China’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, headquartered in Beijing and founded in 1996. For 19 consecutive years, Foton has held the position of China’s number-one selling commercial vehicle brand — a record that underlines its dominance in this sector. With a presence in over 100 countries, Foton’s global footprint is extensive, and its vehicles have earned numerous international accolades including the prestigious International Truck of the Year award.

Foton’s product range spans light and medium commercial vehicles, bakkies, minibuses, trucks, and more recently passenger and electric vehicles. In South Africa, Foton has positioned itself as a value-driven alternative to established Japanese and European LCV brands, offering vehicles with strong payload capacities, modern features, and low running costs.

The South African range includes the Tunland G7 and V9 bakkie derivatives (single and double cab), the View Minibus/Shuttlebus, and commercial trucks. The Tunland V9 4×4, in particular, has attracted attention as a capable workhorse double cab at a competitive price. Foton SA operates a national dealer network with coverage across Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and other provinces, supported by CMH Foton, Group1 Foton, and numerous independent dealers.