1+ hour, 57+ min ago  (766+ words) Lexus South Africa new RZ, the brand's first globally available, purpose-built battery electric vehicle (BEV), has arrived on local shores. More than a new model introduction, the RZ represents both a structural and philosophical shift for Lexus. Electrification is no…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (625+ words) Ethiopia's decision to prohibit the import of petrol and diesel vehicles in 2024 has set in motion a rapid restructuring of its transport sector, prompting a remarkable surge in the adoption of electric vehicles (EV). The ban came into effect during…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (566+ words) Toyota is accelerating its shift toward a fully circular manufacturing model with the establishment of a new Circular Factory in Walbrzych, Poland. The 25 000 square metre facility will handle close to 20 000 end'of'life vehicles each year, cementing Toyota's position as a leader…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (522+ words) Germany has further solidified its position as a leading force in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, achieving record production levels over the past year. Newly released figures from the VDA, the country's automotive industry association, reveal that Germany retained its place…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (454+ words) The Automobile Association of South Africa (AASA) has appointed Minesh Bhagaloo as its new Head of Public Relations and Advocacy, bringing a career spanning more than two decades in journalism and communications to the organisation. Holding an Honours degree in…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (761+ words) 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. According to…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1012+ words) 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. This is according to the IEA Global EV Outlook 2025, the International Energy…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (507+ words) 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. Hybrid models appear to be…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (668+ words) South Africa's electric vehicle landscape is shifting rapidly as government policy, global market pressure and local investment begin to align. Yet a clear divide remains between the slow uptake of fully electric vehicles (EVs) and the stronger growth in hybrids,…...