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Tesla's new Model S P100D reportedly 'quickest production car in the world'

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 24 August 2016

When in Ludicrous Mode, it can reach 60 mph from standstill in 2.5 seconds. FULL STORY >

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The Power Buddy: A plug-in power correction device that saves electricity

By Staff Writer 10 August 2016

With electricity, or the lack thereof, being a hot topic in South Africa for a number of years now, the Power Buddy aims to ease the burden on households and small businesses. FULL STORY >

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Elon Musk confirms Tesla working on minibus and long haul truck for 2017

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 4 August 2016

Expanding its lineup from saloons and SUVs, Tesla Motors has plans to roll out a minibus and long haul truck in 2017. FULL STORY >

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Hurricane Electric marks first expansion into Africa with new PoP in Teraco Johannesburg and peering at NAPAfrica

By Press Release 21 July 2016

Housed within Teraco, the new PoP will meet the growing demand for high-speed connectivity in Southern Africa’s emerging economy. FULL STORY >

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Mercedes-Benz planning Tesla-rivalling EV for debut in September

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 11 July 2016

With a number of interesting concept vehicles unveiled over the past two years, Mercedes-Benz is readying an electric one for September, which could rival Tesla's recent offerings. FULL STORY >

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It's been a frantic past week for Tesla

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 4 July 2016

With a driver killed while in autopilot mode, as well as upping their rollout of electric vehicles over the next six months, it's been a frantic few days for Tesla Motors. FULL STORY >

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NASA testing new electric aircraft codenamed Maxwell

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 20 June 2016

As part of its New Aviations Horizons initiative, NASA believes its new electric engine powered airplane could be the next step in the field of air travel. FULL STORY >

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Tesla plans to open its Gigafactory on 29 July

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 30 May 2016

Despite being in partial operation for a couple of months now, Tesla has not christened its Gigafactory power plant with an official opening. Now, 29 July will mark that occasion. FULL STORY >

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Elon Musk says Tesla Model 3 will have 'Ludicrous' Mode

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 3 May 2016

Just like the Model S, Tesla's new Model 3 will feature a Ludicrous Mode that could shave its 0-100 km/h time to under five seconds. FULL STORY >

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Nvidia unveils its autonomous Drive PX 2 for the upcoming Roborace series

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 6 April 2016

With the inaugural Roborace series set to start this year, tech company Nvidia has showcased its entrant for the autonomous races - the Drive PX 2. FULL STORY >

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Tesla unveils new 2017 Model 3, starting at $35 000 in United States

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 1 April 2016

Elon Musk and co. unveil their new Tesla Model 3 electric car, set to go on sale in the US in 2017, starting at $35 000. FULL STORY >

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Tesla Model X SUV officially sees light of day, gets $132K price tag

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 30 September 2015

After years of teasing and waiting, Elon Musk and Tesla Motors finally unveil their all-electric crossover SUV, the Model X, with a rather large price tag. FULL STORY >

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Porsche debuts its new Electric Vehicle concept - the Mission E

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 15 September 2015

Packing 440 kW under the bonnet, the new Mission E concept from Porsche not only has other EVs nervous, but also its petrol rivals. FULL STORY >

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2016 Nissan LEAF's new 30 kW battery delivers 172 kilometre range

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 11 September 2015

Despite the US-bound 2016 Nissan LEAF looking like its predecessor, the Japanese carmaker has fitted a new 30 kW battery that offers up a 172 kilometre driving range. FULL STORY >

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BMW and GridCars putting a spark in the electric car industry

By Staff Writer 6 July 2015

Deena Govender, Head of Customer Relations at BMW South Africa says South Africa will follow the early adopter technology curve with electric or plug-in-hybrid EVs. FULL STORY >

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