New Energy Vehicles
latest news & developmentsPassenger vehicle sales for July the best since 2014
South Africa's new vehicle market experienced a significant surge in July 2026, with sales reaching 57 708 units. Passenger vehicle sales, contributing 40 912 units, marked the…
Jaecoo's first EV coming to SA finds the sweet spot in the market
Jaecoo's new J5 BEV is poised to disrupt the South African electric vehicle market, offering a compelling middle ground between basic city hatchbacks and expensive mid-size…
Review: New energy from Baic with the B30e
From the stylish yet rugged design to the refined interior and the steady and easy drive, the B30e has to go down as an impressive package from Baic.
Is Deepal S07 worth the price tag?
Massive global newcomer Changan has hit South Africa running but its boldest move yet bypasses the budget tier entirely
A hotel room that can drive 1 000km
The Leapmotor C10 REEV has some frustrations, but it has great practicality and some cool features that outweigh those frustrations
Top picks for cars under R1m in 2025
In M&G’s list of 13 vehicles, the Chinese dominate in value for money
Volvo EX30 Cross Country review: It’s great, but I still prefer the original
Despite the ruggedness and effortless driving, it neither falls into the supercar or the off-road category, which is why I would rather just go for the regular EX30
BYD Sealion 6: The PHEV that set the revolution in motion
After finally testing it out, it is difficult to argue that other brands possess the same quality and comfort
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
New-energy or petrol: What is the best form of driving in South Africa?
The rise of more affordable electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles is sure to affect the market share of new-energy vehicles
Not ruined, but evolved: The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Other than its hefty price tag, Mercedes-Benz has led by example, showing how brands can electrify their vehicles without losing their identity
Chery Tiggo 9 sets the standard in Chinese class
The top-of-the-range PHEV offers luxury, power and unlimited kilometres, but does it give you the same feeling as the Omoda C9?
Battle of the bakkies: A Shark or a Ranger?
The Shark has all the power and technology, but comfort wise, the Ranger is up there with it and offers more for the off-roader
Chinese continue to run riot at Festival of Motoring
While VW announced a few new vehicles, and Tata reintroduced itself, it was the Chinese brands who stole the show
Outgoing Volvo XC60 Recharge leaves me wondering how impressive the facelift will be
We had the chance to test the Volvo XC60 PHEV before the brand introduces the refreshed mode