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Videos from the BAIC Sod Turning

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By all accounts the sod turning for the new BAIC factory at the Coega IDZ was a pretty swanky affair with no expense spared on the amenities and refreshments. Here are some short videos from the event:

BAIC Signing Ceremony

https://youtu.be/G32sgMwDEGw

Beijing Automobile International Corporation (BAIC) Chairman Xu Hayi and Coega CEO Pepi Silinga sign the historic agreement to establish a R11 Billion Automotive plant in the Coega IDZ, Port Elizabeth.

BAIC Sod Turning IDC

https://youtu.be/3tIPu8XIXK8

The assembled dignitaries turn the first sod of the Beijing Automobile International Corporation (BAIC) automotive plant in the Coega IDZ. Sod turners included Economic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel, Eastern Cape Premier Phumulo Masualle, Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Athol Trollip, Coega CEO Pepi Silinga and representatives from BAIC.

BAIC Ballet

https://youtu.be/n2-aZNEqI4U

Some culture before the turning of the first sod at the Coega IDZ. Chinese vehicle manufacturer Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC) and South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) announced today the establishment of a new completely knocked down (CKD) vehicle plant, to be located in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), Port Elizabeth.

BAIC BJ80 Video Tour

https://youtu.be/J64FkgS2HTk

A BAIC BJ80 seen at the sod turning for Chinese vehicle manufacturer Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC) and South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) establishment of a new completely knocked down (CKD) vehicle plant, to be located in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), Port Elizabeth. The aggressive look is reminiscent of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class of vehicles – no surprise as the BAIC build Mercedes vehicles under license in China. The BJ80 is an AWD mid-size SUV. With a 2800mm wheelbase, it is 4780mm long, 1850mm wide, and 1975mm tall. Possible engine options include a petrol 2.4 and 4.0 liter. Hard- and soft-top versions have been developed. With a body-on-frame structure, the BJ80 employs double wishbones for front suspension and multi links in the rear.

BAIC Senova X25 Video Tour

https://youtu.be/4Km84dkl480

The Senova X25 is a subcompact SUV produced by Beijing Auto (BAIC). It was launched at the 2015 Chengdu motor show. As the entry model in the Senova SUV lineup, the X25 has a wheelbase of 2519mm, and is 4110mm long, 1750mm wide, and 1545mm high. Two engine options will be provided, a petrol 1.3L and 1.5L. Prices are to range between 55,000 and 75,000 Yuan (Between R120 000.00 and R163 000.00 as at today’s Forex rate). Seen at the sod turning for Chinese vehicle manufacturer Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC) and South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) establishment of a new completely knocked down (CKD) vehicle plant, to be located in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), Port Elizabeth.

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