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The 2024 edition of the evrt Africa, the epic electric vehicle (EV) showcase that travels around South Africa, will go bigger than ever before, demonstrating the rapidly advancing variety and capabilities of EVs. Running from 15 February – 24 February next year, the event will also incorporate the electric Go Green Africa torch symbolising the …
Ampcontrol recently partnered with Aeversa, a charging-as-a-service (CaaS) company based in South Africa, to offer smart charging solutions for electric fleets. In the past years, Aeversa has developed EV charging services and has decided to expand its solution by offering customers intelligent charging software. This partnership makes it possible for Aeversa to tackle key challenges …
The Green Energy Africa Summit (GEAS) will give start-up companies an opportunity to connect with industry leaders and government officials through its Energy Investment Village, which features a selection of the most compelling local clean-tech projects. The companies will have the chance to pitch to energy leaders holding potential investments worth more than $100 billion. …
M- Terrain will build a luxury electric off-road benchmark and create an oriental off-road culture based on this architecture. The Dongfeng Motor Corporation (hereinafter referred to as Dongfeng Motor) officially released the M- Terrain in Wuhan, and released the brand’s exclusive “M” logo system and the brand proposition of NEVER BACK DOWN. M- Terrain intelligent …
In my mind the tipping point to acceptance of EV’s as everyday transport will start with the humble bakkie – OK, this one headed for South Africa release is not quite ‘humble’ as it has a target price of half a bar. The DFSK EC31 will become vailable from late 2022. This 2-seater electric bakkie …
Range guarantees are often spoken about when electric vehicle fleets are discussed. Unlike driving a vehicle with a conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) passing fuelling stations all the time, EV (Electric Vehicle) charging infrastructure in South Africa is not extensively developed yet, making planning and managing trips essential. Planning a trip for a commercial electric …
Toyota pledged to invest up to 730 billion yen (R97 billion) to boost electric car battery production in Japan and the US as consumer demand for cleaner transport takes off globally. Battery production is expected to begin between 2024 and 2026, the world’s biggest automaker said in a statement Wednesday. “This investment is aimed at …
In a report released this week, government researchers said they have found a way to charge electric car batteries up to 90% in just 10 minutes. The method is likely five years away from making its way into the market, scientists said, but would mark a fundamental shift. “The goal is to get very, very …
Eskom need not fear the adoption of EV’s as the most compelling reason to promote the adoption of EV’s is the prospect of much higher electricity sales figures to Eskom and local utilities. Couple that with the already available Vehicle to Grid Capabilities of certain EV’s that will be able to supply the grid with …
The Mediterranean is home to over 300 days of sunshine per year as well as some of the world’s most sensational boats. In 2014 Silent Yachts, often thought of as the Tesla of the boating world, saw an obvious opportunity. Boat + Sun + Solar Panels = No Brainer! Andy Torbet and Imogen Pierce went …
Audi South Africa, in partnership with GridCars, has finalized the installation of 33 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country. These represent a total of 70 charge point connectors and expands on the existing network in the country. The chargers range in their charging capacity from 22kW (AC) to 80kW (DC) and 150kW (DC) …
Kia Corporation has today revealed the first images of the exterior and interior design of EV6, its first dedicated battery electric vehicle (BEV), ahead of the car’s world premiere in March. EV6 was designed under the brand’s new design philosophy ‘Opposites United’, which takes inspiration from the contrasts found in nature and humanity. At the …
Following the news that Hyundai Motor Company has signed a MoU with South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy as well as Hyundai Glovis, LG Energy Solution and KST Mobility to foster EV ecosystem and sustainable battery reuse; Bakar Sadik Agwan, Senior Automotive Consulting Analyst at GlobalData, a leading research and consulting company, offers …
My life with a Nissan LEAF: When you’re working in the tech industry, you need a car with a little more game It takes only a few minutes of chatting to Lisy Kane to know her deep love of video games and her ambition to be a “game changer” in her industry. “I’ve always loved …
Hyundai has provided details for its significantly redesigned and enhanced 2022 Kona and Kona Electric SUVs for the U.S. market. The new Kona receives a variety of updates driven by U.S. customer research. The fresh design, including an all-new sporty N Line trim, offers a dynamic new appearance. An enhanced powertrain line-up provides both sporty …
Jaguar goes electric Jaguar Land Rover is turning green, promising to rid all the company’s cars of fumes. The Jaguar brand will be all-electric by 2025, with Land Rover following suit in 2030, revealed new chief executive Thierry Bolloré. The UK plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030.
The IONIQ 5 is Hyundai’s first battery electric vehicle (BEV) model to utilize the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). This BEV-dedicated platform houses a flat battery that enables a spacious and customizable interior, offering personalized mobility with flexible configurations to comfortably accommodate both passengers and cargo. Furnished with primarily eco-friendly materials and textiles, the interior design …
Hyundai Motorsport will soon participate in the inaugural all-electric touring car championship PURE ETCR, which will commence later this year. PURE ETCR will set the benchmark for electric racing around the world and accelerate the transition to emissions-free mobility. Hyundai’s involvement marks the latest step in the company’s quest to make motorsport greener. Hyundai Motorsport …
An updated Jaguar I-PACE offering a new infotainment system, improved driver assistance technologies and quicker charging capabilities is now available in South Africa. Pivi Pro: A new Pivi Pro infotainment system, which is rolling out across various Jaguar and Land Rover models, features a 12.3-inch high-definition virtual instrument cluster together with 10-inch and 5-inch upper …
Live Company Group Plc is pleased to announce that it has, via E-Movement Holdings Limited a 100% subsidiary of Live Company Group, partnered with Messe Frankfurt South Africa for the launch of the eMobility Festival 2021. The eMobility Festival will focus on Electric Vehicles of all kinds, the future of e-mobility and climate change. Additionally, …
Hyundai Motor Company today unveiled the first teaser image of the highly anticipated IONIQ 5 midsize CUV, the first model in its IONIQ dedicated BEV lineup brand. IONIQ 5 will be the first vehicle mated with Hyundai Motor Group’s Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), an innovative system made exclusively for next-generation battery electric vehicles that will …
CEO Ralf Brandstätter: “2020 was a turning point for electric mobility” Volkswagen Passenger Cars has hit the ground running in the transition to electric mobility. “2020 was a turning point for Volkswagen and marked a breakthrough in electric mobility,” said Ralf Brandstätter, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars. Last year, the brand delivered more electric vehicles …
Charging at home is also booming: High demand for ID. Charger The Volkswagen brand is significantly expanding the charging infrastructure at its German sites. Some 750 new charging points are planned for next year, including the first High Power Charging stations with up to 300 kW power. Some 2,000 charging points in total are expected …
Erica and Carter Cooper had range anxiety on Sept. 16, 2019 and it had nothing to do with their all-electric 2013 Nissan LEAF. They had been keeping their LEAF fully charged in anticipation of the arrival of their third child. “After driving the LEAF thousands of miles with no maintenance issues, we knew we were …
Is it possible to transform an entire, old diesel vehicle fleet to run on electricity? Helsinki has taken on the challenge. The Stara eRetrofit project is an essential step in reaching the capital’s ambitious climate goals, as it collects valuable data on everything from costs to all aspects technical. Conversion of the first truck has …
Production of the e-Golf2 ends today: 50,401 units manufactured in Dresden since March 2017 The Volkswagen e-Golf is history: Today the last vehicle rolls off the production line at the Transparent Factory in Dresden. With the e-Golf in Uranogrey, a total of 50,401 vehicles have been manufactured in Dresden since March 2017. At the beginning …
A maximum speed of 410km/h, an aerodynamic design honed to perfection and race-winning powertrain technology define the Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo SV – the latest all-electric virtual race car developed for Gran Turismo, and built in the real-world as full-scale design study. The Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo Coupé – the first all-electric Jaguar sports car …
Today, Nissan celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the first U.S. delivery of the all-electric LEAF, the vehicle that helped pave the way for EV adoption around the globe. The Nissan LEAF changed the way the world looks at EVs. Launching the first mass-market EV in 2010 was a gamble, but Nissan was – and remains …
This is the future, now! Robert gets a world exclusive first look at GRIDSERVE’s awesome electric forecourt, before it opens next week. It’s the first of its kind in the UK, the first of one hundred. The forecourt can charge 36 cars simultaneously with a variety of rapid chargers, while drivers and passengers utilise the …
New racing series generates more attention for the planet PORT ELIZABETH, South Africa, 20 October 2020 – Continental is a founding partner and, as of 2021, the premium sponsor of the Extreme E series. The technology company will equip all vehicles in the races with tyres for the various events, which will all prove very …
