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December 21, 2025 wannabdad

The Great Shift: How BYD is Quietly Replacing the South African Family SUV in 2026

The Toyota Fortuner's 30-year reign is ending. BYD's Sealion 5 (R499,900) and Sealion 6 (R639,900) PHEVs are becoming SA's new family SUV of choice with…

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

Business EV Charger Installation Financing Programs in South Africa (2026)

Workplace EV charging financing for businesses: R65,000-R240,000 installed, R2,000-R6,000/month monthly. 2026 guide to fleet charging, employee benefits, and tax incentives for South African companies.

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December 15, 2025 wannabdad

EV Charger Financing for Banks: Complete Partnership Opportunity Guide (2026)

Banks: Capture R2.4B EV charger financing market in SA. Partnership opportunities: R350-R1,000/month consumer loans, R2,000-R6,000/month business financing. Complete 2026 market analysis and ROI projections.

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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

Load Shedding and Electric Cars: Can You Still Charge During Power Cuts? (2026 SA Guide)

Yes! 78% of EV owners charge successfully between load shedding cycles. Complete 2026 guide: charging strategies, solar solutions (R80k-R180k), backup power. Home charging: R5.15/kWh Cape…

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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

Can You Charge an EV with Solar in South Africa? Complete 2026 Guide

Complete guide to solar EV charging in South Africa: system sizing (5-8kW), costs (R120k-R180k installed), ROI (3-4 years), battery storage options, and load shedding independence…

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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

Best EV Charging Apps in South Africa (2026 Guide)

Complete guide to the best EV charging apps in South Africa for 2026: GridCars, Rubicon, ChargeHub, PlugShare. Real-time availability, payment, route planning, and station reviews.

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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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