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The five forces reshaping the automotive world in 2026

At this year’s Automechanika Breakfast, Greg Cress, Principal Director for Automotive and eMobility at Accenture South Africa, delivered a clear and urgent message. He said the transformation of the global automotive sector is no longer a distant prospect, it is happening now.

  • 9 February 2026
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Take a leap and rent a Leapmotor C10 REEV

Leapmotor at Stellantis South Africa announced a partnership agreement with boutique car rental company, Drive Electric, to make premium electric mobility more accessible to local driving consumers.

  • 5 February 2026
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EU adjusts targets, potentially extending life if ICEs and Hybrids

Electric vehicles (EVs) are still expected to dominate the European Union’s (EU) car market from 2035, yet their eventual share could vary considerably depending on the strength of upcoming emissions rules, according to new findings from the transport campaign group Transport & Environment (T&E).

  • 5 February 2026
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Canada and China sign electric vehicle deal

Canada’s efforts to reduce its dependence on its southern neighbour, the United States, have gained fresh momentum with the announcement of a deal with China that will see tariffs on electric vehicles from the Asian giant significantly reduced.

  • 21 January 2026
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NEV vs ICE: Who is who and what is what

The Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) might still be a long way from becoming obsolete, but the worldwide trend in favour of New Energy Vehicles (NEV) is growing rapidly.

  • 15 January 2026
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Internal combustion engines still dominate in North America

A new report from Deloitte reveals that motorists in the United States remain firmly attached to petrol-powered vehicles, as concerns over cost, charging infrastructure and overall value continue to slow the transition to electric cars.

  • 13 January 2026
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BYD dethrones Tesla in EV sales war

China's BYD has officially dethroned Tesla as the world's top electric vehicle seller, marking a watershed moment in the automotive industry's electric revolution. The changing of the guard reflects a fundamental realignment of global EV power dynamics.

  • 9 January 2026
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