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Lubricant oil range and reach extended

17th February 2023 Furthering its endeavour to innovate and redefine the automotive lubricants product segment, India-based manufacturer Assurance International Limited unveiled its new range of lubricant oils last month and extended its distribution in the South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand... →

Mercedes-Benz Vans SA to launch electric Sprinter by 2024, minibus set to follow

By: Irma Venter 16th February 2023 Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa will introduce the new battery electric Sprinter (eSprinter) panel van to the local market in 2024. “As we embark on a new era of sustainable mobility, we are proud to announce that the eSprinter will arrive in South Africa by 2024,” says Mercedes-Benz Vans South... →

The new eSprinter

EU carbon border tariffs could knock $16bn off Africa’s yearly GDP

By: Terence Creamer 15th February 2023 Concern is growing in South Africa and across Africa about the implications of the European Union’s (EU’s) decision to proceed with the implementation of a carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) as a way of preventing so-called ‘carbon leakage’ by imposing a tariff on imports equivalent to the... →

On average, South Africa exports $1.4-billion a year of products from sectors covered by the EU's CBAM, including the iron and steel sector

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On average, South Africa exports $1.4-billion a year of products from sectors covered by the EU's CBAM, including the iron and steel sector

Sasol Solar Challenge to return in 2024

By: Irma Venter 10th February 2023 The biennial Sasol Solar Challenge is set to return from September 13 to 20, 2024. The race will be an eight-day event. →

Toyota SA to invest R800m-plus in renewable energy as it flags loadshedding as a ‘big concern’

By: Irma Venter 10th February 2023 Toyota South Africa Motors’ (TSAM’s) Prospecton production complex in Durban will move to 100% renewable energy by 2028, in an investment that will cost north of R800-million, says president and CEO Andrew Kirby. TSAM will have to carry the cost of the investment, and not its Japanese parent... →

Toyota SA eyes hybrid, electric Hilux production, awaits clarity on govt support

By: Irma Venter 10th February 2023 With about 44% of Toyota’s total production from its Durban plant exported to Europe, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is set to face a tough challenge as that market increasingly moves to hybrids and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), warns TSAM president and CEO Andrew Kirby. “The transition in... →

Audi rolls out Phase 2 of EV charging network

By: Irma Venter 3rd February 2023 Audi South Africa (SA), in partnership with sustainable technology group Rubicon, has brought 43 additional electric vehicle (EV) charging stations online across the country. These chargers can accommodate a total of 57 EVs at varying capacity and regardless of model or brand. →

(Almost) Wholly Sustainable

By: Irma Venter 3rd February 2023 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has unveiled a demonstration tyre comprised of 90% sustainable materials. This demonstration tyre has passed all applicable regulatory testing in the US, as well as the company’s internal testing procedures. →

Auto chip shortages to persist until 2031 but easing for advanced variants forecast as consumer electronics demand slows

By: Irma Venter 3rd February 2023 Fitch Solutions says the global shortage of semiconductors in the automotive industry will remain a risk for automakers over its 2023 to 2031 forecast period. “That said, we highlight that the shortage will vary within the automotive sector.” →

Suzuki SA to launch first hybrid this year, with five-door Jimny, and new Fronx to follow

By: Irma Venter 3rd February 2023 Suzuki Auto South Africa (Suzuki SA) will launch its first hybrid in the local market this year, as well as a five-door version of the Jimny 4 x 4. The new Grand Vitara is expected in South Africa soon and will be the first Suzuki SA model to offer the option of a hybrid petrol-electric powertrain. →

Toyota SA predicts 7.8% increase in new-vehicle market in 2023

By: Irma Venter 31st January 2023 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) predicts that this year’s domestic new-vehicle market will grow by 7.8%, to 570 000 units, up from 528 963 units last year. TSAM president and CEO Andrew Kirby says this positive number will be driven by the “pure, natural demand” retained from last year, rather... →

The new Toyota Vitz

BMW SA expands EV line-up with new i7, iX1 to follow later this year

By: Irma Venter 30th January 2023 The total battery electric vehicle (BEV) market in South Africa grew by 137% in 2022, says BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA). Just under 420 BEVs were sold in South Africa in the first eleven months of last year, according to data from Naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. →

The new 7 Series

Toyota SA eyes hybrid, electric Hilux production; awaits clarity on govt support

By: Irma Venter 27th January 2023 With around 44% of Toyota’s total production from its Durban plant exported to Europe, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is set to face a tough challenge as that market increasingly moves to hybrids and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), warns TSAM president and CEO Andrew Kirby. “The transition... →

Image of Hilux production at the TSAM Durban plant

Hilux production at Toyota's plant in Durban

Suzuki unveils its first electric concept, mulling local introduction

By: Irma Venter 27th January 2023 Small-car specialist Suzuki has unveiled its first all-electric concept vehicle. The Japanese carmaker says the eVX – emotional versatile cruiser – is a compact sports utility vehicle (SUV) that combines “Suzuki’s 4 x 4 DNA with the most advanced features currently available in battery electric... →

Mobility solutions highlighted at global event

27th January 2023 Global technical equipment, drive and braking systems manufacturer Voith presented its solutions for the mobility shift in commercial vehicles at the IAA Transportation Expo held in Hannover, Germany, from September 20 to 25 last year. The solutions include Voith Electrical Drive System (VEDS),... →

Goodyear follows up 70% sustainable-material tyre with 90% version

By: Irma Venter 25th January 2023 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has unveiled a demonstration tyre comprised of 90% sustainable materials. This demonstration tyre has passed all applicable regulatory testing in the US, as well as the company’s internal testing procedures. →

Image of the 90% recyclable Goodyear tyre

The demonstration tyre which comprises of 90% sustainable materials

Good and bad news regarding chip supply to the auto sector – Fitch Solutions

By: Irma Venter 23rd January 2023 Fitch Solutions says the global shortage of semiconductors in the automotive industry will remain a risk for automakers over its 2023 to 2031 forecast period. “That said, we highlight that the shortage will vary within the automotive sector.” →

VWSA weighs African expansion with new Polo-based product – and yes, it may include a half-ton bakkie

By: Irma Venter 20th January 2023 The new CEO of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) is a familiar face. Martina Biene returns to South Africa following a two-year stint as the head of the Volkswagen passenger brand before her exit in 2020. This time around, her job also focuses on growing the German brand in Africa, including... →

Mercedes-Benz to make second hybrid in SA, but competitiveness concerns mount

By: Irma Venter 20th January 2023 Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) will add a second plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) to the production line-up at its East London plant this year, says CEO Andreas Brand. The 50-year-old Brand took over at the helm of the local arm of the German premium car manufacturer in May last year. →

Challenging transition lies ahead

By: Tracy Hancock 20th January 2023 South Africa’s just energy transition (JET) to a low-carbon economy will not transpire overnight and will remain a challenge throughout the 2023 financial year, professional services firm EY strategy consulting arm EY-Parthenon Africa leader Paul O’Flaherty tells Engineering News. “As with many... →

TRICKY TRANSITION While much work lies ahead, there is also tremendous opportunity to build a new energy sector through South Africa’s just energy transition with the promise of new technology, new skills and much-needed jobs

Suzuki SA to launch first hybrid this year; five-door Jimny, new Fronx to follow

By: Irma Venter 17th January 2023 Suzuki Auto South Africa (Suzuki SA) will launch its first hybrid in the local market this year, as well as a five-door version of the Jimny 4x4. The new Grand Vitara is expected in South Africa soon and will be the first Suzuki SA model to offer the option of a hybrid petrol-electric powertrain. →

The new five-door Jimny

Peugeot pivots to electrified vehicles, local market introductions on the cards

By: Irma Venter 16th January 2023 In 2023, French car maker Peugeot aims for 100% of the vehicles in its range to be electrified. Over the course of the next two years, it will also launch five new fully electric models. →

The Inception concept vehicle

Suzuki unveils its first electric concept, local introduction under investigation

By: Irma Venter 13th January 2023 Small-car specialist Suzuki has unveiled its first all-electric concept vehicle. The Japanese car maker says the eVX – emotional versatile cruiser – is a compact sports-utility vehicle (SUV) that combines “Suzuki’s 4x4 DNA with the most advanced features currently available in battery electric... →

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POWER UP The Suzuki eVX concept. Left is Image of Suzuki group president Toshihiro Suzuki and Maruti Suzuki CEO Hisashi Takeuchi
with the eVX

The Suzuki eVX concept. Left is Suzuki group president Toshihiro Suzuki and Maruti Suzuki CEO Hisashi Takeuchi with the eVX concept car

Hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicle shipments to hit 400 000 by 2040 – research group

By: Irma Venter 10th January 2023 New research from UK-based Interact Analysis shows that hydrogen internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles are in their infancy in terms of global rollout. However, mass production is predicted to take off within five years, says the company. →

Anglo’s fuel cell truck operating ‘akin to its diesel counterpart’

By: Irma Venter 16th December 2022 Anglo American’s big nuGen hydrogen-powered truck is currently functioning “akin in operation and cost to its diesel counterpart”, says Anglo American market development principal Fahmida Smith. The global mining company in May unveiled its nuGen truck, with a 2 MW hybrid battery/hydrogen fuel... →

Shoprite starts testing its first fully electric truck

By: Irma Venter 16th December 2022 The Shoprite Group has started testing a Scania heavy-duty electric truck as part of its delivery fleet. Robin Jooste, 28, from Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, has been selected to drive the vehicle. →

Domestic car sales, exports accelerated for 11th consecutive month in November

By: Irma Venter 16th December 2022 Domestic new-vehicle sales in November recorded an eleventh consecutive month of year-on-year growth. Total sales increased by 18.2%, to 49 413 units, compared with the same month in 2021. →

Volvo launches more electric trucks – also in South Africa

By: Irma Venter 14th December 2022 Volvo Trucks continues to expand its range of electric trucks with the launch of several new extra-heavy units, also available in South Africa. The Swedish manufacturer’s target is that half of its global total truck sales will be electric by 2030 at the latest. →

Diversification of critical minerals supply chain key to sustainability of energy transition – Pensana

By: Donna Slater 12th December 2022 The UK needs to establish independent, sustainable and resilient supply chains to diversify its sourcing of critical minerals and reduce dependence on such minerals being sourced from China, said UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre chairperson Paul Atherley, who is also chairperson of magnet... →

Toyota SA calls in some older models for security updates as new-tech theft rises

By: Irma Venter 12th December 2022 Criminals are increasingly using sophisticated technology to target high-end vehicles featuring keyless or smart-entry systems and emergency start capabilities, says Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM). The rise in these crimes has partly been attributed to new modus operandi on the part of... →

Image of the Toyota plant head office in Durban

VWSA weighs African expansion with new Polo-based product – and yes, it may include a half-ton bakkie

By: Irma Venter 12th December 2022 The new CEO of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) is a familiar face. Martina Biene returns to South Africa following her two-year stint as the head of the Volkswagen passenger brand before her exit in 2020. This time around her job also focuses on growing the German brand in Africa, including... →

Martina Biene

Toyota to evaluate local customers’ response to RAV4 plug-in hybrid in new pilot initiative

By: Irma Venter 9th December 2022 Following the introduction of the RAV4 GX hybrid last year and the RAV4 hybrid E-Four this year, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) says it will test the local market’s response to the RAV4 plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). While not officially on sale yet, several RAV4 PHEVs have been imported as a... →

Policy certainty key to unlocking EV investments, says WesBank

By: Irma Venter 9th December 2022 “Capital investment in the local automotive industry, which includes the vehicle and asset finance houses, requires certainty in policy frameworks so that [the industry] can make long-term predictions when getting involved in completely new projects such as the move to electric vehicles (EVs),”... →

Manufacturer launches new bushes material

By: Halima Frost 9th December 2022 High-performance plastic products manufacturer igus launched its new range of alternative bushes for the automotive sector at this year’s manufacturing, energy and logistics trade show, Hannover Messe 2022, held in Germany, May 30 to June 2. The bushes are made from igus’ new trademarked iglidur... →

A concept image of a car seat in grey with yellow bushes at all points where a bush would be use, made of iglidur H5 high-performance plastic

HIGH 5 The new iglidur H5 high-performance plastic developed by igus is used in bushes for various components components

South Africa could lose 100 000 jobs if car manufacturing doesn't decarbonise, Gungubele warns

By: News24Wire 6th December 2022 South Africa's manufacturing sector needs to move urgently towards producing electric vehicles, or around 100 000 jobs could be wiped out in the next five years as key export destinations move to ban petrol and diesel cars, Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele has warned. The European... →

Anglo’s fuel-cell truck operating ‘akin to its diesel counterpart’

By: Irma Venter 5th December 2022 Anglo American’s big nuGen hydrogen-powered truck is currently functioning “akin in operation and cost to its diesel counterpart”, says Anglo American market development principal Fahmida Smith. The global mining company in May unveiled its nuGen truck, with a 2 MW hybrid battery/hydrogen... →

Anglo American's nuGen fuel-cell truck

Volvo Trucks delivers its first electric unit incorporating fossil-free steel

By: Irma Venter 2nd December 2022 Volvo Trucks has begun using fossil-free steel in its trucks, with the first electric vehicles incorporating fossil-free steel parts now being delivered to customers. “Our journey to net-zero emissions includes both making our vehicles fossil free in operation and, over time, fully replacing the... →

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