Moderator: Global Moderator
Volvo and bidirectional chargingVolvo Car South Africa MD Greg Maruszewski says bidirectional charging is especially significant to South Africans because of loadshedding.
Cape Town-based ZIMI CHARGEThe company plans to onboard a network of 10,000 public charging stations across South Africa, with 1,000 of its own targeted for rollout in the next three years.
It will offer customers both AC and DC fast chargers, with the former available in retail and urban centres and the latter mainly on national roads.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27).an array of issues critical to tackling the climate emergency:
# urgently reducing greenhouse gas emissions
# building resilience and adapting to the inevitable impacts of climate change
# delivering on the commitments to finance climate action in developing countries, among others.
The atmosphere is tense; the behind-the-scenes negotiations already are fraught and frenzied.
Verdere negatiewe aspekte word ook baie duidelik uitgewys in hierdie artikel -Those importing electric vehicles to the country can expect to pay 30% ad valorem and 25% import tax, in addition to VAT charged on 10% of the vehicle’s value.
Our analysis found that South Africans would pay almost double the retail price when importing an electric bakkie to the country.
South Africa killing it's car exports.The lack of government policy on electric vehicles (EVs) in South Africa, combined with challenging local conditions, makes it difficult for manufacturers in the country to secure international investment.
However, the country’s rolling blackouts, debilitated rail and port services, and lack of clarity regarding state incentives hamstring vehicle manufacturers in South Africa.
Hierdie gedeelte spel vir my uit dat beurtkrag of selfs betroubare kraglewering vanaf Eskom se kant vorentoe, dalk net erger kan raak as hierdie 2022 jaar se gebrek aan krag wat ons alreeds kruppel en mank maak.What is significant about the shutting down of the next four power stations, is that the “dispatchable” coal power capacity coming offline will be met by minimal dispatchable power coming online during that same period.
Rather the dispatchable coal power capacity will be replaced with renewable “intermittent” solar and wind power capacity, but to a lesser extent.
The first new ranger - Job 1, and then, currently only the Volkswagen Amarok and Ranger double cabs are being produced at the plant.
The much stricter emission standard has the potential to greatly impact South Africa’s new-vehicle exports to Europe, as Europe is the country’s single biggest export market.
Ranger plug-in-hybrid - to be followed by a real Ranger EV? Who knows?“They (Europe) have changed the conditions and brought it forward.”
He confirms that Ford is working on a Ranger plug-in hybrid, which will, from its inherent engineering, be able to meet more strict emission standards.
The Silverton plant has also been producing the Everest seven-seater sport-utility vehicle since 2016. However, with the plant now focused on expanded production for the new Ranger, the new Everest and Ranger Raptors will be sourced from Thailand.
All the above and more in the next article -Phase 2 of solar power will also include battery solutions, as the plant now runs 24 hours a day in a three-shift operation.
Interessant is dat hierdie mense hulle nie veel steur aan luukse, duur EV's nie, maar eerder konsentreer op meer bekostigbare, lae bedryfskoste voertuie vir werksdoeleindes.The first big shipment of panel vans is already on the water, and the bakkies – a workhorse, not a lifestyle vehicle – are in their final testing cycle.
Motor bedryf neem voortou met sonkragAt the Bedfordview head office more than 240 solar panels have been fitted on the roof of the building, delivering 110 kW on a typical sunny spring day.
Successfully flies hybrid electric version.The range of the Eco Caravan is more than 1 600 km. The aircraft’s batteries can be recharged in flight, or by means of ground charging stations. The former capability is very important, allowing full operation into and out of places without ground recharging stations.
Hulle visie strek selfs wyer as net herlaai fasiliteite, sien iets daarvan hierna -To address these challenges, Aeversa provides complete power solutions and charging as a service for fleet owners to ensure that EV trucks can be charged at any time.
Lees meer in artikel wat hierop volg:“South Africa has been, and can again be, a manufacturing juggernaut. “We have the skills and the necessary materials. “We have a unique opportunity to join the global ranks as a powerhouse of EV manufacture and renewable-energy storage capacity.”
In October, Shoprite announced that it had increased its installed capacity of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems by 82% to 26,606 kWp. This was achieved through 143,674 square metres of solar panels at 62 sites – equivalent to the size of 20 soccer fields.
“This is enough to power the equivalent of 3,735 households for one full year,” the group said.
In the last financial year, the group has increased its total renewable installations from 32 to 62. These now produce 40,894 MWh – 11,614 MWh more than in November last year.
De Ruyter criticised the fact that EV imports are more heavily taxed in South Africa than vehicles with internal combustion engines.Asked by TechCentral whether a large-scale shift to EVs makes sense in South Africa given the electricity generation shortfall that has led to widespread load shedding, De Ruyter said demand will drive private sector-led investment in new generation capacity. The grid needs to be opened up to allow investors to take risk in building new generating capacity to serve this demand.
Vlieënde Elektriese Voertuie (VEV's)“The nine-seater Alice is the first flight-proven all-electric commuter aircraft and promises to usher in a new era of carbon-free, cost-effective and convenient aviation,” Eviation writes. “Alice is powered by two Magni650 electric propulsion units developed by MagniX, the global industry leader in flight-proven electric propulsion systems. Built from a clean-sheet design, the aircraft costs significantly less to operate per flight hour compared to light jets or high-end turboprops.”
Elektriese Toyota HiluxLooking at the pictures of the Toyota Hilux Revo BEV Concept, it doesn’t look so “concepty” and this could spring some hope that it is not too far from going into production. Let’s wait and see.
ROEVUtility companies are also fans of the Hilux. All this means that most of these use cases are perfect for electrification. This has resulted in some independent companies converting existing ICE Hiluxes and other pickups to electric. One of the firms in this industry is Australian company Roev. This is an indicator that the demand for electric Hiluxes is there. Let’s hope Toyota accelerates plans for the electric Hilux.
Kickstart local car manufacturing.Roev began work on its first locally designed and engineered ute three years ago.
The finished product could be on sale by about 2026 – and it could be as Aussie as any car ever manufactured here previously.
Toyota aanhangersThe announcement is the latest in a series of EV-related announcements in Toyota’s bid to catch Tesla, coming amidst criticism of the major automaker’s slow introduction of EVs to the market.
Lees meer in artikel hierna -With the Quantino 25, which the company calls a “2+2 sports car,” you pump two liquids to the membrane interface to make electricity.
There are two 33-gallon tanks mounted low in the chassis much the way a lithium-ion battery pack fits into a normal electric car. Fill up with Bi-ION, and you have a car that will dash to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, thanks to its 4 electric motors with 80 horsepower each. And get this. According to Autoblog, the company says with full tanks, the Quantino 25 has a range of 1200 miles! Goodbye range anxiety, hello happy motoring.
Re: EV's - Elektriese Voertuie
Lower and sleeker.The reason, of course, is aerodynamics. While a diesel engine doesn’t much care if it is pushing the equivalent of a barn door through the air, an electric vehicle needs to cleave the air as efficiently as possible if it wants to have enough range to get to the hardware store and back on a single charge.
LekkerElectric vehicles are famous for their instant acceleration and stump-pulling torque. The RAM Revolution will not disappoint. It features 800 volt architecture and can add 100 miles of range in 10 minutes, thanks to its ability to accept up to 350 kW of power from a DC fast charger. (The current Ford F-150 Lighting is limited to 165 kW, but there is an all new truck is in the works which will undoubtedly accept higher charging power.) Four-wheel steering and air ride suspension will be available options.
So ietsie meer oor die eerste konsep hibriede elektriese Suzuki voertuig -This includes the new Suzuki Grand Vitara, which is scheduled for its South African launch this year, and which will have the option of a hybrid drivetrain.
Lees meer hierna -The Suzuki eVX will be fitted with a 60 kWh battery system and electric motors. It promises an electric-only range of 550 km.
Re: EV's - Elektriese Voertuie
Om die waarheid te sê, hulle is glad nie eers gerat om gewone residensiële sonkrag stelsels te finansier nie.Ek het vinnig agter gekom dat die banke nie gerat was vir die groter projekte van die aard nie.
Dit is beslis 'n feit, spesifiek in jou besigheidsopset, maar ook so in doodgewone alledaagse gevalle.Nodeloos om te se is hierdie n ontsaglike ingewikkelde proses op sy heel beste.
Hierdie is 'n voldonge feit en meeste mense besef nie hoe groot die impak daarvan kan wees op hulle benodigde kraglewering uit hulle sonkrag stelsel nie.Ek het op my rug geval toe ek sien wat my elektisitets verbruik nou werklik was.
Dan hierdie mooi positiewe dinge wat na alles uit die oorskakeling na vore kom - dit maak alles die moeite werd, veral as jou besigheidsdeel ook ten volle in bedryf gestel is.Die uiteinde was dat ek nou vir n maand nie geweet het van loadshedding nie en dit weer op sy beurt my R18 000 rand gespaar het net op diesel van my kragopwekker.
Die uieinde is dat ek onsaglik gelukkig is met die besluit en dat ek ook nie kan wag vir die een by die werk om ook volledig op sy been te kom nie.
Kyk nou hoe word sonkrag alweer hier benut om jou EV se batterye te herlaai en, dit nogal blitsig ook.The latest rollout includes the very first DC 200 kW ultrafast charger in South Africa, says the German premium brand.
This installation, powered by solar energy, can be found at the Mall of Africa in Midrand, Gauteng, and can charge the battery of an e-tron GT within roughly 15 minutes, says Audi.
