Despite being unable to guarantee a stable and consistent supply of electricity, Eskom says it remains committed to its role in unlocking the potential of the electric vehicle (EV) market in South Africa.
The power utility released a statement last week saying that it is working with major players in this regard and that the hurdles slowing the roll-out of EVs in South Africa are actually:
* Price — EVs attract 45% in import taxes and duties;
* Long-distance range anxiety; and
* Access to charging facilities.
Eskom said it is “excited” about the progress of EV technology and wants to position itself strategically to participate in the rapid global uptake of electric vehicles. It added that consumers “need not worry” about its ability to supply the necessary electricity, because even a massive growth in EVs will not have a “major impact on overall demand during any normal day”.
See techcentral.co.za/eskom-wants-…
#southafrica #EV
source https://squeet.me/display/962c3e10-115c-e109-6199-f44262566598
The power utility released a statement last week saying that it is working with major players in this regard and that the hurdles slowing the roll-out of EVs in South Africa are actually:
* Price — EVs attract 45% in import taxes and duties;
* Long-distance range anxiety; and
* Access to charging facilities.
Eskom said it is “excited” about the progress of EV technology and wants to position itself strategically to participate in the rapid global uptake of electric vehicles. It added that consumers “need not worry” about its ability to supply the necessary electricity, because even a massive growth in EVs will not have a “major impact on overall demand during any normal day”.
See techcentral.co.za/eskom-wants-…
#southafrica #EV
source https://squeet.me/display/962c3e10-115c-e109-6199-f44262566598
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