Is the South African Electrical Infrastructure Ready for Electric Vehicles?

Abstract

The adaptation of Electric Vehicle (EV) is influenced by consumers’ demand. This vast adaptation by consumers’ will depend on various factors. Some of the major factors that influence the high volume of penetration of EV’s in the market include, energy security, accessible charging option, charging schemes, vehicle range, wide visibility, affordability, sound policies as well as incentives. The paper aims to assess South Africa’s readiness in terms of electrical infrastructure for a major EV penetration and discuss the country’s stance in the E-mobility, whilst assessing the challenges and opportunities of the EV rollout.