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Africa’s transport future will be electric – but not just yet.

Africa isn’t ready for electric vehicles – and that’s okay

Africa will adopt EVs when it has a reliable electricity supply, as well as charging stations, good roads and a reliable electricity supply

5 min read
There is a good argument for Southern Africa to be positioned as a hub for beneficiation and manufacturing in the renewable energy and electric vehicle sectors, generating additional revenue, building local expertise and creating higher-value jobs.

Critical minerals a potential catalyst for sustainable growth in Southern Africa

Policies that attract investment while safeguarding long-term national interests can foster a conducive environment for cross-border investments

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
Electric vehicles are heavier than internal combustion engine-powered ones because of their batteries, and their weight affects their steering and braking.

Electric vehicles have a weighty problem

Companies are racing to find solutions to the issue of heavy batteries in EVs

  • Des Erasmus
5 min read
Beaming: BMW launched its diesel 520d and the electric i5 M60 in Cape Town recently. The new range offers a sleek, modern exterior and improved cabin and is bigger and heavier than its predecessors.

High five for BMW’s 5 series

The 520d and i5 M60 probably represent the marque’s biggest generational leap

  • Eyaaz
7 min read
Sparking: Audi’s electric Dakar Rally car was driven to victory by Carlos Sainz.

New era as electric car wins Dakar

Audi flexed its EV muscle by romping to a maiden victory in the world’s toughest rally This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Eyaaz
1 min read
It’s electrifying: The new EV Macan is sleeker and more streamlined than the older models, and has eye-catching lights.

A first look at the electric Porsche Macan

The model is set to take centre stage in Porsche’s bid to embrace new tech This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail & Guardian is committed to providing all our readers with the best possible experience. Please register your free account now. Your registration is your first step to becoming an M&G community member. Register Registration enables: – M&G newsletters access – notifications – the best possible experience Already registered? Login here Want to subscribe and get even more benefits? Explore our subscription offers

  • Eyaaz
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The streamlined EQE 43 is one of the better EVs in terms of range. Photo: Justin Leighton

Merc’s AMG EQE 43: A new chapter in the EV narrative

We test whether the Mercedes EQE 43 lives up to the AMG nameplate

  • Des Erasmus
5 min read

Plugging into the EV charge

Is the C40 the EV silver bullet for Volvo to get the market to sit up and take notice?

  • Des Erasmus
4 min read