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Bolt SA intros selfie verification feature for riders
As part of this in-app feature, riders will be given the option to take themselves a selfie before they are able to place a ride-hailing order.
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4:30
South African National Taxi Council25 Jul

Santaco vows action on Shesha drivers over e-hailing ‘bullying’

The South African National Taxi Council will implement disciplinary measures against members who are found guilty of extortion and intimidation, it says.

Sibahle Malinga
3:50
Enviro Automotive23 Jul

South Africa's cheapest electric vehicle goes on sale

The Chinese budget-friendly electric vehicle – the Dayun Yuehu S5 mini-SUV − sees high demand as it officially makes its debut in South Africa this week.

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2:30
Goodwood Festival of Speed16 Jul

Car tech roundup: Next-next-gen batteries, ChatGPT integration, Fiat's Grande Panda EV

Away from the show lights, a small company in Sweden is quietly starting a battery revolution.

Staff Writer
3:00
Southern African Transport Conference11 Jul

Eastern Cape readies digital taxi initiative

The Eastern Cape Transport Tertiary Cooperative is preparing to roll out the Wealth on Wheels Cashless and Digitisation Project this quarter.

Staff Writer
2:20
Audi South Africa10 Jul

Audi pumps more funding into SA EV charging stations

Audi SA expands its charging network with the addition of 150kW DC rapid public chargers along the N1, N2 and N3 highways.

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5:00
Pinnacle1 Jul

Using AI to drive positive societal change

From deep learning algorithms to edge computing and explainable AI, the potential for AI to transform how we work, live and interact with technology is immense, says Tim Humphreys-Davies, CEO of Pinnacle.

3:10
FordJun 25, 2024

Auto tech roundup: Hyunday's acoustic AI controls, Ford's Detroit tech hub, urban sports EV

Could Detroit be the next great tech hub in the US? Ford thinks so.

Staff Writer
4:30
E-hailingJun 20, 2024

New regulations to ensure e-hailing safety, fair prices

The Amended National Land Transport Act paves the way for the regulation of e-hailing services, ensuring compatible pricing and safety measures, say operators.

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2:50
BMW Group South AfricaJun 18, 2024

BMW focuses on STEM as Youth Day commemoration

The car manufacturer held its annual Youth Day event at two Tshwane-based schools to shine the spotlight on the importance of STEM skills.

Staff Writer
5:20
BoltJun 12, 2024

Blocking of Bolt drivers is persecution, say operators

Bolt operators are furious over the blocking of 6 000 drivers on the platform, saying they are being “persecuted” for no valid reason.

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2:50
VolvoJun 11, 2024

Auto tech roundup: Volvo's electric SUV, VW's grand ambitions

Volvo starts production of its flagship electric SUV, and Volkswagen has grand ambitions of powering Europe.

Staff Writer
3:20
BoltJun 5, 2024

Bolt blocks over 6 000 drivers in ‘clean-up’ campaign

The e-hailer terminates its contract with thousands of drivers in South Africa over misconduct, in a bid to improve safety on the app.

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