CleanTechnica•about 1 month ago
PHEV Sales Up 280% In 2025 In South Africa, While HEVs Down 6% As Chinese Brands Grow Market Share
Key Takeaway
The accelerating shift towards plug-in hybrid vehicles in South Africa presents a clear signal for developers and large power consumers to anticipate and plan for increased electricity demand and charging infrastructure needs.
AI Summary
- •South Africa experienced a 280% surge in PHEV sales in 2025 (2,808 units) compared to 2024 (738 units), while HEV sales declined by 6%.
- •Chinese automotive brands are significantly increasing their market share in the South African vehicle sector.
- •The rapid adoption of PHEVs signals a growing demand for electricity infrastructure to support vehicle charging, impacting grid planning and potential load growth for utilities and large consumers.
Topics
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Article Content
Plug-in hybrids are the hottest thing in South Africa right now in terms of sales growth. Sales of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) were up 280% in 2025 compared with sales figures from 2024. That’s because 738 PHEVs were sold in 2024 and 2,808 PHEVs were sold in 2025 in the passenger ... [continued] The post PHEV Sales Up 280% In 2025 In South Africa, While HEVs Down 6% As Chinese Brands Grow Market Share appeared first on CleanTechnica .