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Are you having problems with your Haval? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Haval issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Haval in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Can I wash a Haval engine?

 I can’t imagine why you couldn’t wash the engine, just don’t flood it with water when you’re doing it.

Haval H2 2019: Safety and parts availability

It’s got an ANCAP safety rating of five stars, which is the highest possible. There is a suite of active and passive safety features including ABS brakes, numerous airbags, emergency brake assistance, traction control, and electronic stability control. There are dealers in all the state capitals and several major towns around the country, so parts and service shouldn’t be a problem.

Who owns HAVAL?

HAVAL is owned by Great Wall Motors. Great Wall Motors are based in Baoding, China, and specialise in SUV and ute production. The HAVAL brand focuses solely on the SUV market, and advertises their vehicles as high-end prestige vehicles.

Where are HAVAL cars made?

HAVAL cars are made in China. The brand falls under the banner of Great Wall Motors whose headquarters are in Baoding in the Hebei province. Outside of China there are factories that have imported Great Wall Motors' parts and assembled the cars on site.

Who makes HAVAL cars?

HAVAL cars are manufactured by Great Wall Motors who operate out of China. Their headquarters are based in Baoding, a city in the Hebei province. 

What does Haval mean?

According to HAVAL Australia, it originally stemmed from the English translation of the Haval name in Chinese which is roughly “Harfu”. This was then translated into “Hover”, and eventually an agency developed it into HAVAL as a contraction of "have" and "value". 

How does Australia combat prohibited materials in car imports?

There are strict regulations on asbestos as well as safety compliance, and there are significant penalties. When Great Wall and Chery importer Ateco Automotive discovered a problem with its vehicles it reported the issue to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, which ordered a safety recall of almost 24,000 vehicles.

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