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Worth the price tag: Built with style, power and a drive-centric experience, the MG Cyberster sits pretty up
there with the BMW Z4. Photos: Supplied
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MG Cyberster: The roadster we never knew we needed

The MG Cyberster — the only electric one on our roads — provides excitement, power and cool features, making it a head-turner

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

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

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

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

Sparking: Audi’s electric Dakar Rally car was driven to victory by Carlos Sainz.

New era as electric car wins Dakar

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A first look at the electric Porsche Macan

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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

Plugging into the EV charge

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

Into the future: There’s little on the exterior to tell you that the new BMW iX3 is electric. (Deon van der Walt)

BMW battery-mobile bolts like lightning

The new model is the familiar BMW X3 inside and out — but with an electric motor

The EQS 450+ is a luxury limousine with a core focus on technology, design, functionality and connectivity aimed at both drivers and passengers.

30 minutes in the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+

For Mercedes customers, the switch to its electric vehicle counterpart should feel seamless

Audi is expanding the e-Tron range with the introduction of the Q8 e-Tron, which is available in two variants; Q8 e-Tron and Q8 Sportback for all three variants. Photo: Supplied

Audi expands e-Tron range with new Q8 e-Tron flagship SUV

The brand’s electric portfolio now includes eight models

It’s electrifying: The Qashqai e-PWR has an innovative powertrain developed by Nissan as alternative to purely petrol or diesel engines

Nissan turns over a new leaf with Qashqai ePower

The brand uses the new Qashqai to launch its two-part strategy and unique technology for transitioning from petrol to electric vehicles

Design and substance: Audi e-tron the sportiest and prettiest

The Audi e-tron RS GT brings looks and sports performance to the electric vehicle market

Living with Jaguar’s I-Pace EV

My week spent driving an electric vehicle has decided me — I would love to own one, and not only because it reduces carbon emissions

The BMW i4. (Photo by Guillaume Payen/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images))

BMW i4 M50 and iX3 officially in South Africa

Both the i4 M50 and iX3 come with an eight-year warranty on the battery and a two-year/unlimited km warranty

A weekend in the Audi e-tron Sportback S

Electric vehicles are becoming more popular and within the next five years will have a strong presence on our roads

Fashion statement (and more): A winding road trip to Pretoria and back to the Nirox Sculpture Park near Krugersdorp showed off the Mini Cooper’s features, especially in city traffic
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Car review: The art and thrill of a Mini Cooper S

The hatch has always forged its own path. But is that enough to buy one?

Volvo XC90 has the questionable ‘curse’ of perfection

There is almost nothing wrong with the flagship Swede. That might just be the problem

Future now: You may not be able to afford Jaguar’s I-Pace, but you can appreciate its breathtaking speed, beauty and that it’s an electric vehicle

Jaguar I-Pace is an advert for the future

This is not a future we should run away from: thanks to the I-Pace we know what’s possible if we let go of our stubborn traditions.