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South Africa Introduces Tax Incentives to Encourage Local Production of Electric Vehicles
There are calls for wider incentives, including the reduction of import duties levied on EV imports, in South Africa. The automobile manufacturing sector is a critical pillar of South Africa’s economy. The country’s automotive industry contributes 5.3% to GDP (3.2% manufacturing and 2.1% retail). In 2023, the export of vehicles … [continued]
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PIK Director Issues A Bleak Forecast For The Environment
The director of PIK, Germany’s premier environmental research institute, thinks controlling global overheating may be possible.
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Rebirth of the PHEV? New Wave of PHEVs with 50kWh Batteries in China
Plugin hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) divide opinion all the time, as they have for years. A lot of people feel that with the way BEV tech has advanced in recent times, PHEVs are no longer needed as a transition option to full electric. However, as Dr. Maximilian Holland says, “BEVs … [continued]
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Mexico Plans To Manufacture Low-Cost Electric Vehicles By Olinia
When the opening game of the 2026 World Cup kicks off in Mexico City on June 11, 2026, Mexico plans to present a domestically manufactured electric vehicle from Olinia to the millions of people who will be following the tournament. Maybe the thought of yet another EV manufacturer doesn’t grab … [continued]
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In-Wheel Electric Motors From Donut Labs & Elaphe Debut At CES 2025
Two companies have brought versions of their in-wheel motors to CES 2025 hoping to attract attention from manufacturers.
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