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Toyota SA's first electric car, the bZ4X lands locally!Toyota South Africa has pulled the covers off of its bZ4X electric car at the SOMI event recently.Automotive News12 Feb 2026|Sean Nurse

Toyota's 2026 SOMI outlines the future of SA's auto industry We recently attended the 2026 edition of Toyota's State of the Motoring Industry (SOMI) in Gauteng. The Japanese brand has a big 2026 in store, with a new Hilux, a new FJ, a new RAV4, an electric car, and a host of new Lexus models. We also gathered some key insights into the local and global motoring industry from experts in their field.Automotive News12 Feb 2026|Sean Nurse

The Japanese "Engine Reborn" StrategyNews from Japan suggests that legacy automakers in the region are continuing to develop internal combustion engines alongside electric cars and hybrids.Automotive News13 Nov 2025|Sean Nurse

Battle of the affordable EVs: BYD Dolphin vs. Dayun DY3 vs. GWM Ora 03 300 We compare some affordable all-electric vehicles in the passenger car segment to see what you get for your money!Automotive News25 Sep 2025|Sean Nurse

VW's ID.Polo close to production!The Volkswagen ID Polo is an upcoming all-electric car that is the production version of the ID.2all concept. Its name reflects Volkswagen's new strategy of using its classic model names on electric vehicles.Automotive News18 Sep 2025|Sean Nurse

BYD showcase Dolphin and Seal at FOMThe world's biggest electric car producer, BYD, has been in SA for a while, but if its recent launch event at the Festival of Motoring is anything to go by, the Chinese brand aims to ramp up its local presence. Here's some information on two new models, the Dolphin and the Seal.Electric Cars29 Aug 2024|Sean Nurse

When was the electric car invented?The electric vehicle may seem like a new buzzword, a topical anecdote and a rather new invention. You would be rather mistaken as the electric vehicle predates the first patented internal combustion engine. The reason for the demise of the electric vehicle, believe it or not, is the electric motor itself. To find out how the electric motor was its own worst enemy, keep reading.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

Can an electric car tow another vehicle?There's no point in trying to tow a stricken vehicle with another vehicle that isn't up for the task, all you end up with is two broken vehicles, both needing recovery. Find out here if it is possible to tow with an electric vehicle.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

When will electric cars be cheaper?The largest hurdle faced by consumers looking to get into the world of electromobility is the initial cost of purchase. Exorbitant import taxes, lack of government support and inherent costs of the technology are currently countering the cost-saving benefits of EV ownership. EV prices will drop, but it's still tough to say when we will see this reduction in the initial purchase prices.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

Where are electric car charging stations near me?The charging infrastructure for electric cars in South Africa grows on a daily basis. New charging points are constantly popping up and making it easier than ever to own an EV. The fears of range anxiety will soon be a thing of the past as EV ranges increase and the public network grows and develops.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

Which electric car is best in South Africa?As the shift continues towards electrification of our mobility solutions, electric cars are becoming more prevalent. They offer lower running costs and greener operation and have already proven to be financially rewarding in the long run. We look at the best electric vehicles over several different categories.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

South Africa's cheapest electric car - and we've driven it!The local launch of the City Blitz and Buzz range gave us a chance to sample some of these imported offerings that promise to provide a cost-effective solution to urban personal mobility.Electric Cars13 Aug 2024|Chad Lückhoff

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