Articles about electric vehicles

Vehicle-to-grid EVs could slash electricity, driving costs

Electric vehicles could double as home energy assets, helping South Africans save on fuel and electricity, states new research.

BMW SA CEO calls for speedy finalisation of electric vehicle policy

Peter van Binsbergen, BMW Group SA CEO, urges the country to urgently finalise the new energy vehicle regulatory policy, amid multiple industry pressures.

WeBuyCars leverages tech but struggles with EV sales

The company uses artificial intelligence, machine learning and chatbots to boost operations, but sluggish electric vehicle demand continues to be a challenge.

City Power sets aside R12.6m for vehicle electrification

Feasibility assessments, installation of EV charging stations and sourcing of the first fleets have been completed, says the utility.

Tax incentives rev up electric vehicle manufacturing plans in SA

Automotive manufacturers supercharge their electric vehicle strategies, as demand grows in SA and government introduces incentives for production and ownership.

EV road trip shows e-mobility development in SA

Six electric vehicle road trippers from Johannesburg and Durban drive 4 000km and prove that e-mobility in South Africa is practical.

Everlectric spreads EV-as-a-service model to WCape

The commercial electric vehicle fleet solutions provider is expanding its operations, as it looks to increase its local market share.

Eskom, BYD team up on EV rollout

The firms will support SA’s drive to decarbonise transport and position the country as a hub for electric vehicle adoption.

Eskom debuts electric vehicle fleet

To date, Eskom has received 20 EVs, ranging from light delivery vehicles to light trucks, with another 100 planned in the near future.

WesBank looks to accelerate fleet electrification in SA

While the long-term outlook for EVs in SA is positive, infrastructure readiness challenges persist, says the vehicle financier.

BMW South Africa sees dip in electric vehicle sales

While electric vehicle sales continue on a positive trajectory globally, BMW South Africa sees a slowdown in electric car sales.

Teksi Ride to add electric vehicle service

The e-hailer is preparing to introduce an electric vehicle service offering as a Comfort Plus option for riders.