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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
ANDREW KIRBY

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 Matwadia
4 min read
Sound or silence? The Haval H6 GT PHEV costs more than its petrol counterpart, but consumers save money in the long run
GWM

The Haval H6 GT: Petrol or PHEV. Which one should you choose?

The PHEV has an electric range of up to 180km and much lower fuel consumption figures, but it is also priced significantly higher

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
6 min read
Stylish and practical: The Jaecoo J7 SHS
JAECOO

Jaecoo J7 SHS: Value for money and range for weeks

The plug-in hybrid version of the already impressive J7 is a welcome addition to South Africa’s NEV market and is just the start of the Chinese takeover in the segment

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
5 min read