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In the midst of what seems like a never-ending energy crisis, it seems absurd to consider electrifying our transport. But the global race to electrify vehicles is picking up EVs are integral to meeting our emission targets, and with three of every four vehicles manufactured in SA destined for.
The domestic new-vehicle market saw a surge in imports from India and China last year, with buyers increasingly opting for cheaper imported cars than those made in South Africa. India led the import market in 2019, with 106 000 units coming to South Africa, with China at number six, at 11 443 units.