Electric vehicles (EVs) have introduced a whole new vocabulary into motoring. Instead of simply talking about litres of fuel, cylinders and kilometres per tank, motorists are now confronted with kW, kWh, AC, DC, WLTP, regenerative braking and a host of other terms.
Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE), which is building a national network of off grid, ultra-fast EV charging stations powered by renewable energy, has welcomed the latest new energy vehicle (NEV) sales figures, saying they confirm a trend it has tracked for several years.
South Africa's transition towards electrified mobility continued to gain momentum during June 2026, with 3 045 new energy vehicles (NEVs) sold, representing a 104.2% increase compared to the 1 491 units recorded during the corresponding period in 2025.
The rapid shift towards electric mobility is reshaping the automotive landscape, and workshops dedicated to electric vehicles are at the forefront of this transformation.
Just two years ago, buying a new fully electric passenger vehicle (EV) in South Africa meant spending well over half a million rand. The entry point to EV ownership has fallen dramatically since then as more Chinese manufacturers have entered the market with smaller, more affordable models.
Chery is set to make electric driving more attainable for South Africans with the arrival of the Chery Q, priced between R350 000 and R400 000. The compact electric vehicle will launch locally at the end of August, offering a blend of practicality, range and modern design aimed at everyday urban use.
DFSK South Africa attended South Africa’s inaugural dedicated Autogas Workshop, hosted by the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association of South Africa (LPGSA) in association with the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI).
Reinforcing their commitment to sustainability and renewable energy, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has completed a photovoltaic solar panel project at their Component Plant in Kariega, Eastern Cape.
South Africa's transition from internal combustion engine vehicles to new energy vehicles could place an estimated 8 200 direct jobs at risk over the next decade unless government, industry and labour take coordinated action.
Volvo Trucks South Africa's growing fleet of battery electric vehicles has travelled more than a quarter of a million kilometres in commercial operation. This significant milestone marks a major step in South Africa’s transition to sustainable transport.
A Moscow car dealerships is struggling to keep up with demand for new electric vehicles (EVs) from China, as drivers look to sidestep a fuel crisis that has led to long queues and soaring prices across much of Russia.
Audi South Africa's newest electric model is built around an 800 volt electrical architecture, one of the more advanced systems the brand has fitted to a production car locally.
Chery has presented the next stage of its new energy vehicle (NEV) strategy, previewing three forthcoming models at its New Energy Vehicle Night, held at its new acquired Rosslyn Plant in Pretoria recently.
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