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SA consumers taking a wait-and-see approach to EVs – AutoTrader 
SA consumers taking a wait-and-see approach to EVs – AutoTrader 
5th October 2022 By: Irma Venter

Digital automotive marketplace AutoTrader and Smarter Mobility Africa have produced their third study that focuses on South African consumers’ perceptions of electric vehicles (EVs), as well as... 


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SA ‘painfully slow’ in drafting new-energy vehicle policy – Naamsa
4th October 2022 By: Irma Venter

The South African government is “moving painfully slowly” in finalising its policy on new-energy vehicles (NEVs), says Naamsa | The Automotive Business Council CEO Mikel Mabasa. Since the unveiling... 


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Naamsa receives interest from nine parties to build EV charging network
3rd October 2022 By: Irma Venter

Naamsa | The Automotive Business Council has received nine bids from companies interested in rolling out public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa. The council... 


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BMW, Mini to launch 100% vegan interiors in 2023
30th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The BMW Group plans to launch its first vehicles featuring completely vegan interiors next year. It will be available in both BMW and Mini models. The German manufacturer says this advance is made... 


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Government supports shift to new energy vehicles
30th September 2022

Engineering News Editor Terence Creamer talks about the South African government expressing its support for the shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to new energy vehicles; the approach... 


Audi SA, GridCars wrap up initial EV charging network roll-out
30th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Audi South Africa (SA), in partnership with GridCars, has finalised the installation of 33 electric vehicle (EV) new charging stations across the country.  The chargers include four 150 kW (dc)... 


Overseas teams shine in Sasol Solar Challenge
30th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Brunel Solar Team from the Netherlands has won the 2022 Sasol Solar Challenge, followed by the Agoria team, from Belgium, with the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) team placed third.... 


Metair grapples with hyperinflation, flood impact in ‘interesting six months’
30th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

“It’s been an interesting six months,” says Metair CEO Riaz Haffejee as he reflects on his company’s financial results for the six months ended June 30. CFO Sjoerd Douwenga is perhaps a bit less... 


Vehicle crime at pre-Covid levels, beware keyless access theft – Tracker
Vehicle crime at pre-Covid levels, beware keyless access theft – Tracker
29th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Gauteng remains South Africa's vehicle crime hotspot. This is according to Tracker’s latest Vehicle Crime Index (VCI), covering the six months from January to June, 2022.  With national incidents... 


Mercedes-Benz South Africa co-CEO Mark Raine
‘Holistic’ EV framework needed to stimulate production and demand
28th September 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Mercedes-Benz South Africa co-CEO Mark Raine has urged South Africa to move with greater speed in finalising its electric vehicle (EV) support framework, which he argues should be “holistic” and... 


Zero Carbon Charge aims to start roll-out of solar-powered EV charging stations in 2023
Zero Carbon Charge aims to start roll-out of solar-powered EV charging stations in 2023
28th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Zero Carbon Charge (ZeroCC) is unashamedly pro-electric vehicle (EV), but believes that driving an EV only makes a difference when charged by renewable energy. ZeroCC director Andries Malherbe says... 


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Driving while distracted? Volvo’s new EX90 may just pull you off the road . . .
27th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Cars has promised that its new battery electric flagship model, the EX90, will  be the safest Volvo yet.  The EX90 is scheduled to go on sale globally in the second half of next year. 


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EV sales see average emissions from new cars in Europe drop by 12% in 2020
27th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Average carbon dioxide emissions from new cars registered in Europe dropped by 12% in 2020 compared with the year before, says a new report from the European Environment Agency (EEA).  The main... 


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Stellantis Middle East, Africa aims for 22% market share by 2030
22nd September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Stellantis Middle East and Africa has unveiled its Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan for the region that will see it aim for 22% market share by 2030, boosted by the launch of around 55 new... 


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EV skills transition masterplan under construction – AIDC EC
22nd September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The development of a regional five-year masterplan to nurture the engineering skills needed to support manufacturing in South Africa as the automotive industry transitions to future mobility,... 


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Volvo Trucks starts production of heavy electric trucks, first SA units to arrive in 2023
21st September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Volvo Trucks has started series production of the battery electric versions of the company’s heavy-duty FH, FM and FMX ranges. These trucks can operate at a total weight of 44 t (gross combination... 


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Overseas teams clinch top two spots in 2022 Sasol Solar Challenge
19th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Brunel Solar Team from the Netherlands has won the 2022 Sasol Solar Challenge, followed by the Agoria team, from Belgium, with the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) team placed third.... 


Shoprite to acquire 240 Scania Euro V trucks in next 18 months 
16th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Retail giant Shoprite has acquired 100 Euro V trucks from Scania Southern Africa, with another 140 units be delivered by the end of next year. The Euro-scale refers to the level of tailpipe... 


SA has only 18 months to make strong move to new-energy vehicles – Naamsa CEO
16th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

If South Africa does not start “to shift and change” to support the increased local production of new-energy vehicles (NEVs) in the next 18 months, the future of the industry is “absolutely under... 


MellowVans revisits vehicle design, operating model to target European rollout
9th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Sometimes, a pandemic is not the worst thing that can happen to a company. When Covid-19 hit, the pandemic did interrupt MellowVans’ global rollout plans, but it also prompted the... 


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Fuso unveils new electric eCanter; first SA test units arriving mid-2023
8th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has unveiled its next generation all-electric light-duty eCanter truck. Since its launch in 2017 as the first series-produced truck of its kind in... 


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Audi Centre Centurion rolls out solar power solution 
8th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

Audi Centre Centurion has rolled out a solar solution to aid in powering the dealership and its electric vehicle chargers. The dealership and SMA, together with ANH Technologies, have installed 53... 


The scrutineering process took place at Red Star Raceway from September 4 to 7
Nine teams given thumbs up for Sasol Solar Challenge 
7th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The nine solar car teams which aim to participate in the 2022 Sasol Solar Challenge have all successfully completed the scrutineering process. This process, which took place at Red Star Raceway, in... 


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You can test drive 61 trucks and vans at this year’s IAA  –  more than 80% will be electric
6th September 2022 By: Irma Venter

The line-up for one of the world’s largest industry exhibitions for the transport and logistics sectors, to be held in Hanover, Germany, reveals the depth and breadth of the push towards electric... 


Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel
South Africa’s New Energy Vehicle Roadmap to be production-led, Patel confirms
5th September 2022 By: Terence Creamer

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel insists that South Africa’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Roadmap is taking shape amid warnings that, absent urgent government decisions on the... 


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South Africa has 18 months to make strong move to NEVs – Naamsa CEO
1st September 2022 By: Irma Venter

If South Africa does not start “to shift and change” to support the increased local production of new-energy vehicles (NEVs) in the next 18 months, the future of the industry is “absolutely under... 


New R235m wax flooding facility begins operations at VWSA’s plant in Kariega
26th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

A new R235-million wax flooding facility has started operations at the Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) plant in Kariega, in the Eastern Cape. The team responsible for implementing the project... 


22 online car searches every second – AutoTrader
26th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

At least 22 online car searches are conducted in South Africa every second, borne out by the more than 349-million online car searches made on South Africa’s largest motoring marketplace,... 


Volkswagen creates used-battery megapower bank for EV charging
26th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Volkswagen has commissioned a pilot fast-charging park at its Zwickau vehicle plant, in Germany, supplied with energy largely from a so-called power storage container (PSC).  The PSC is an enormous... 


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Goodyear joins Lockheed Martin to develop lunar mobility vehicle
22nd August 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Goodyear Tyre & Rubber Company will join Lockheed Martin in its development of a lunar mobility vehicle, with the tyre manufacturer to focus on the vehicle’s tyres. Goodyear supplied essential... 


Ford SA set to start Ranger mass production in October
19th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Ford is starting to wrap up its R15.8-billion investment in its South African facilities to assemble the new Ranger pick-up, with mass production for the local and export markets scheduled to start... 


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Transport start-ups show great growth
19th August 2022

In an expert insight article released in June, market research company Frost & Sullivan Africa consultant Nomvo Kasolo says transport start-ups show great growth in sub-Saharan Africa. A wave of... 


Cartrack adds new AI-powered safety alerts to driver monitoring
Cartrack adds new AI-powered safety alerts to driver monitoring
18th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Cartrack has enabled a series of new safety alerts for vehicle drivers and fleet managers related to speeding, traffic proximity and potential distractions. The company says it has enhanced its... 


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Shoprite to acquire 240 Scania Euro V trucks in the next 18 months 
17th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Retail giant Shoprite has acquired 100 Euro V trucks from Scania Southern Africa, with another 140 units be delivered by the end of next year. The Euro-scale refers to the level of tailpipe... 


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MellowVans revisits vehicle design, operating model to target European rollout
17th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Sometimes, a pandemic is not the worst thing that can happen to a company. When Covid-19 hit, the pandemic did interrupt MellowVans’ global rollout plans, but it also prompted the... 


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Siemens, Mahle sign declaration of intent on wireless EV charging
15th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Technology groups Mahle and Siemens have signed a declaration of intent on cooperation in the area of wireless charging systems for electric vehicles (EVs).  In the future, both companies will... 


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