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PHEV Power Play: South Africa's Sales Surge as Chinese Brands Lead the Charge

PHEV Power Play: South Africa's Sales Surge as Chinese Brands Lead the Charge

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales in South Africa skyrocketed by 280% in 2025, largely driven by the aggressive introduction of more affordable models from Chinese brands, while traditional hybrid sales dipped, signaling a shift in consumer preference.

BYD's Flagship Fleet: New Premium EVs Ready to Shake Up the Market

BYD's Flagship Fleet: New Premium EVs Ready to Shake Up the Market

BYD, fresh off surpassing Tesla in global EV sales, is set to unleash a new wave of flagship electric vehicles in early 2026, including the premium Seal 08 sedan, Sealion 08 SUV, and Dynasty-branded Tang 9 SUV and Han 9 sedan, indicating a strong push into the luxury segment.

Elon's Robotaxi Production: Agonizingly Slow Now, Insanely Fast Later?

Elon's Robotaxi Production: Agonizingly Slow Now, Insanely Fast Later?

Elon Musk warns that early production of Tesla's Cybercab robotaxi and Optimus humanoid robot will be 'agonizingly slow' due to their novel designs, though he maintains they will eventually ramp up to be 'insanely fast,' mirroring past 'production hell' experiences.

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