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As Europe tightens emissions rules and imports gain market share, carmakers say South Africa must urgently align industrial policy with the global shift to new-energy vehicles

Surge of imports and lack of EV readiness disrupts the automotive industry

As Europe tightens emissions rules and imports gain market share, carmakers say South Africa must urgently align industrial policy with the global shift to new-energy vehicles

  • Eyaaz
4 min read
The Volvo EX90

Volvo EX90 full review: Luxury at its finest, but scary software glitches

From the cabin to the drive, the Volvo EX90 will make you feel like you are on cloud nine, but the car also won’t move if you don’t update the software when needed

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
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
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
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
1 min read
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