EV Ownership

January 1, 2026 wannabdad

The BYD Owner’s Survival Guide: 10 Things Every Shark, Sealion, and Dolphin Driver in SA Should Know

From the 'BYD Wave' to stale fuel mysteries and 12V battery secrets - the ultimate survival guide for BYD Shark, Sealion, and Dolphin owners in…

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December 21, 2025 wannabdad

The BYD Owner’s Survival Guide: 7 Things Every Shark, Sealion, and Dolphin Driver in SA Should Know

Essential guide for BYD owners in South Africa: From the Sealion 6 'stale fuel' paradox to the 12V battery secret, charging hacks, and Pet Mode…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Monthly Cost of Owning an Electric Car in South Africa (2026 Complete Breakdown)

Complete monthly EV ownership costs: charging R500-R700 (Cape Town R5.15/kWh), R300-R500 insurance, R100-R200 maintenance. Total R900-R1,400/month vs R2,500-R4,000 petrol car. 2026 guide with financing options…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Are Electric Cars Worth It in South Africa in 2025? Complete Analysis

Complete 2025 analysis: EVs save R26,827/year in fuel (R5.15/kWh vs R24.00/L petrol), R134k over 5 years, handle load shedding, lower TCO. Real data for South…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

How Long Does It Take to Charge an EV in South Africa? Complete 2026 Guide

Complete EV charging time guide for South Africa: Level 1 (12-18hrs), Level 2 home (6-8hrs), DC fast (30-45min). Real examples for BYD Atto 3, BMW…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Used Electric Cars in South Africa: Complete Buying Checklist for 2026

Essential guide to buying used EVs in South Africa: battery health checks, warranty transfers, service history, pricing (expect 15-20% discount), and what to avoid. Expert…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

EV vs Petrol Running Costs in South Africa: Complete 2026 Comparison

Complete cost comparison: EVs cost R0.93/km (R5.15/kWh) vs petrol R2.40/km (R24.00/L). Real examples, TCO calculations, and 5-year savings breakdown for South African drivers.

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Monthly Cost of Owning an Electric Car in South Africa (2026 Guide)

Complete monthly EV ownership costs in South Africa: finance, insurance, electricity (R1,410/month at R5.15/kWh), maintenance. Real examples comparing EV vs petrol total costs for 2026.

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Load Shedding and Electric Cars: Can You Still Charge in South Africa?

Complete guide to charging EVs during load shedding in South Africa. Smart solutions including solar (R120k-R180k), generators (R15k-R30k), battery storage, and intelligent scheduling strategies for…

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December 10, 2025 wannabdad

Top 10 Reasons to Drive an EV in Johannesburg in 2026

Discover why Johannesburg is ideal for electric vehicles in 2025. From Sandton commutes to load shedding solutions, learn how EVs save money and transform your…

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