Luxury automaker Rolls-Royce has joined a range of other car brands such as Volkswagen‘s Bentley, Jaguar‘s Land Rover, Mercedes and its sibling brand Mini Cooper in all-electric production plans by the end of the decade. Its parent brand BMW predicts 50% of its production vehicles will be fully electric by 2030. Rolls-Royce’s first fully electric...
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Competition; Jaguar South Africa is Giving Away Special ‘one-on-one’ All-electric I-PACE
Jaguar South Africa is celebrating World EV Day on 9 September by giving away special one-on-one all-electric I-PACE driving experiences to ten lucky winners of an EV-themed quiz to be hosted on its Facebook page. Be warned, this is not your average social media-style quiz designed for maximum engagement with quickfire, easy-to-answer questions. Contestants will...
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Mercedes-Benz Introduces Electric G-Class Concept Arriving In 2025
The new Mercedes-Benz EQG bears the G-Class’ signature boxy design with the addition of futuristic glowing accents and 22-inch polished aluminum rims. A closer look reveals a Black Panel Grille illuminated by rounded LED blocks in a 3D effect and white illuminated bands that wrap around the exterior mirror housing and sides. Significant aesthetic changes...
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The Land Rover Velar Auric Edition
Land Rover has enhanced the unique appeal of the Range Rover Velar with a suite of updates, including the introduction of the sophisticated, limited-run Range Rover Velar Auric Edition. The limited-edition model derives its name from the Latin ‘Aurum’ meaning gold – a nod to the elegant Auric Atlas finishes – which further enhance the...
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Free Car for Two Weeks When You Buy The Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge
One of the biggest concerns of any potential electric vehicle (EV) owner is range. In reality, this is becoming less of an issue as EV technology evolves. However, in order to alleviate any potential concerns, Volvo Car South Africa has announced that it will provide each and every buyer of a Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge with a...
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Introducing the New Jaguar I-PACE Black
Exclusive I-PACE Black: Accentuates the all-electric performance SUV’s award-winning design with additional equipment as standard Enhanced Black Pack: Gloss Black finish applied to the door mirror caps as well as the grille, grille surround, side window surrounds and rear badges Even more desirable: Full panoramic roof, privacy glass and 20-inch wheels with Gloss Black finish subtly affirm I-PACE’s...
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Tesla Model S and Model X Gains New Interior Update
The updates were previewed in Tesla’s fourth-quarter earnings report, in which it also revealed that it had delivered 180,750 cars in the last three months of 2020 – a production record for the company. Headed for production in February ahead of an imminent US sales launch, the Model S Plaid and Model X Plaid take...
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All-New Mercedes-Benz Electric EQA Debuts
Meet the all-new Mercedes-Benz EQA, an all-electric compact SUV that is based on the GLA. Exterior design The EQA joins the EQC in the Mercedes-EQ SUV portfolio. Much of the GLA design remains the same though there are a few notable changes to the exterior design. The EQA features a front-end design similar to other...
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Porsche Extends The Taycan Model Range (More Affordable Taycan)
Porsche is launching the fourth variant of its first all-electric sports saloon, expanding the existing range comprising of the Taycan Turbo S, Taycan Turbo and Taycan 4S. The new entry-level model features rear-wheel drive and is available with two battery sizes. The standard Performance Battery delivers up to 408 PS (300 kW) in overboost mode...
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New Jaguar E-PACE: Dynamic, electrified, connected
With a refreshed exterior, enhanced interior, the latest Pivi Pro infotainment, new vehicle architecture and a choice of powerful and efficient engines – including an advanced Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) powertrain – the new Jaguar E-PACE is more assertive, connected, refined and efficient than ever. The new P300e PHEV powertrain combines the 147kW 1.5-litre...