ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Intelligent safety is the co-pilot South African drivers need
Every time you open a news app or scroll through tech headlines, it sounds like the driverless future is around the corner. In some countries, fully autonomous vehicles, driverless taxis, and artificial intelligence taking complete control of the steering wheel have already arrived.
Demand for EVs continues its growth across Europe and South Africa with Chinese brands increasing market share, new OLX data shows
Every electric vehicle market tracked by OLX Group (“OLX”) is still growing at double- or triple-digit rates, and Chinese automotive brands are capturing a growing share of that demand, according to new data published recently.
JAECOO J5 BEV arrives as the brand’s first fully electric model in South Africa
OMODA & JAECOO South Africa has opened pre-orders for the J5 BEV, the first fully electric JAECOO model to be offered in the country. The new model is scheduled to arrive at dealerships by the end of August 2026.
Lexus South Africa reimagines movement and modern luxury at Decorex 2026
Lexus South Africa proudly announces its partnership with Decorex 2026 Africa’s leading design showcase for the fourth consecutive year.
FIAT South Africa reveals FIAT TRIS at Transport Evolution Summit 2026
FIAT South Africa has revealed the first micro-mobility vehicle, FIAT TRIS, for South Africa and selected Sub-Saharan African markets during the Transport Evolution Summit 2026.
iCAUR V23 arrives to energise South Africa’s electric SUV segment
Compact in size but bold in character, the all-new V23 pairs retro-inspired SUV styling with a value-focused electric package.
iCAUR South Africa introduces the all-new 03T electric SUV
With its characterful design, high level of standard specification, and all-electric performance, the 03T marks the next step in South Africa’s growing new-energy vehicle segment.
LEXUS REVEALS NEW TZ ELECTRIC SUV
Lexus has pulled the wraps off the all-new TZ – a bold new battery-electric three-row SUV that blends luxury, performance and lounge-like comfort in a striking new package.
Volvo Cars starts production of game-changing EX60 electric SUV
The game changer is rolling: Volvo Cars today started production of the new, fully electric Volvo EX60, with customer deliveries starting from mid-2026 and South Africa firmly in the picture as global order books continue to grow.
JETOUR T-SERIES GOES PHEV
Since entering the South African market in September 2024, Jetour has made a strong impact with the launch of the 5-seater Dashing and 7-seater X70 Plus, followed by the highly anticipated T-series last year, all powered by combustion engines. Sales of the T-Series now exceed 4587 within only six months, and the brand is now taking the bold next step by entering the plug-in hybrid (PHEV/ i-DM) space.