E-tron GT recalled over braking issue
Audi has recalled its E-tron GT electric sports car in South Africa over a mechanical issue that could render its brakes useless.
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) informed consumers of the recall in a media statement on Thursday, 23 April 2026.
Fastest-accelerating EVs in South Africa
South African adrenalin junkies in search of cars with the quickest zero to 100km/h times have several electric vehicles (EVs) from which to choose, with the fastest being the Porsche Taycan Turbo S at 2.6 seconds.
While these cars don't offer the...
Electric versus petrol cars — Eskom's proposed power tariffs will make you want to switch
South African motorists would shave hundreds or thousands of rands per month from car running costs if they could switch to an electric vehicle (EV) under Eskom's proposed new power tariff plan.
That is...
Interest in electric cars surges in South Africa as petrol price rockets
Data from South African vehicle classifieds website AutoTrader shows that potential car buyers are increasingly interested in buying second-hand electric vehicles (EVs).
That is despite the country's significant...
Audi launches first electric cars in South Africa — models and pricing
Audi officially launched its first electric vehicle line-up in South Africa on Tuesday evening, with prices ranging from R1.75 million to R3.3 million.
The "Night of Progress" event at the Zeits MOCCA contemporary art...