JAC Motors South Africa has invested more than R500-million in new premises within the Lanseria Smart City development. The move is part of its commitment to local economic development and supports operations that have grown steadily over the past nine years.
JAC Motors SA is the first major corporate participant in the Lanseria Smart City project, which President Cyril Ramaphosa announced in his 2020 State of the Nation Address. The new property will be further developed to include a retail motor city, lifestyle brands, restaurants and an off-road track for enthusiasts, creating more than 500 jobs.
Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa, said the company needs a larger headquarters because its Ruimsig site no longer meets capacity requirements. He says the opportunity supports its long-term vision, places it closer to the airport and aligns with expansion plans for Southern Africa. He added it also underscores the company's commitment to South Africa's economic growth and job creation.
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JAC Motors SA selected the 10-hectare site for its proximity to Lanseria International Airport and the emerging Lanseria Smart City, which will feature advanced infrastructure and transport links. The Lanseria Smart City is a collaboration among the Presidency, the Gauteng Premier's Office, the City of Tshwane, the City of Johannesburg and Mogale City. Inspired by leading global models, it will become South Africa's first airport-based city.
Since entering the country nearly a decade ago, JAC Motors SA has grown significantly, expanding its dealer network from 10 outlets to more than 60 across Southern Africa and strengthening its parts and aftersales support. The company launched its first bakkie, the X200 1.5-tonne forward-cab, in August 2017. Since then, its product line-up has expanded to include X200 double-cab derivatives, the T-Series 1-tonne bakkies, and trucks ranging from three to nine tonnes.
In 2021, JAC Motors SA launched its first battery-electric truck in South Africa and became a leading provider in the Electric Commercial Vehicle truck segment. The company has delivered more than 60 N75 EV 4-tonne and X200 EV 1.9-tonne trucks to major fleet operators, including Takealot, Eskom, DSV, Adcock Ingram, Interwaste, DP World and Blue Ribbon Bakery. Collectively, these trucks have travelled more than 6-million kilometres.
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A central focus of the expansion is to strengthen JAC Motors SA's parts and logistics capabilities. The new facility will increase storage capacity and streamline distribution, enabling faster turnaround and improved after-sales support for its dealer network and growing customer base across Southern Africa. Designed for greater efficiency and future growth, the new head office will also enhance integration across sales, after-sales, logistics and dealer services.
Göbel said exciting new products, including the T9 PHEV, JS9 7-seater SUV, X200 2.0L CTi forward-cab, a new 8-tonne battery-electric truck and T6 single-cab 4x4 derivatives, present significant opportunities for continued growth.
Colin Windell for Colin-on-Cars in association with
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