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Lepas, part of the globally renowned Chery Group, proudly announces its official debut in South Africa. Designed with elegance at its core and built on the DNA of the leopard, each Lepas vehicle embodies poise, agility, and presence on the road.

The 2025 Chery International User Summit took place in grand fashion from October 17 to 21 in Wuhu, Anhui. As Chery Group's all-new premium new energy brand, Lepas captivated global audiences with a series of immersive, interactive and technology-driven experiences.

Johannesburg, 28 October 2025 - South African car enthusiasts were wowed at the 2025 Chery International User Summit in China, Wuhu from October 17 to 21, under the theme "Co-Create • Co-Define".

On October 15, the LEPAS Global Journey of Elegant Drive will officially kick off as the flagship event within the LEPAS segment of the 2025 Chery International User Summit.

LEPAS has been making waves this year. After its global debut in April and its first overseas launch in July, the brand continues to gather momentum around the world.

Against the backdrop of globalization and sustainable development, LEPAS, a new energy brand under Chery Group focused on green mobility, is steadily advancing innovation and practice in sustainability.

LEPAS secured its first overseas orders for the L8 during its debut at Indonesia’s Jakarta International Auto Show (GIIAS), where it staged an exquisite lifestyle runway show.

On 23 July, LEPAS made a bold statement at the Indonesia International Auto Show in Jakarta. Launched in China this April, the brand is entrusted with Chery Group's mission to advance its internationalisation strategy — with South Africa firmly in focus ahead of its local launch in 2026.

On July 16th, Chery Automobile's first unit of LEPAS brand's Agile Series flagship model L4 rolled off the production line. With guests jointly unveiling the new car, LEPAS L4 officially embarked on its global market journey, and is destined for South African roads.