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Eskom Introduces First Electric Vehicle Fleet in South Africa

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State-owned power utility Eskom has introduced its first electric vehicle fleet as part of its efforts to transition towards a sustainable energy future. The initiative includes the installation of 10 charging stations on five sites, which will support the adoption of electric transportation. Eskom has taken delivery of 20 electric vehicles, ranging from light delivery vehicles to light trucks, with plans to deploy 100 more in the near future. The power utility aims to gradually transition its entire fleet to electric vehicles by 2035, starting with the Distribution Division, which has the largest vehicle footprint.

Key Takeaways:

  • Eskom has introduced its first electric vehicle fleet, consisting of 20 vehicles, with plans to deploy 100 more in the near future.
  • The power utility has installed 10 charging stations on five sites to support the adoption of electric transportation.
  • Eskom aims to transition its entire fleet to electric vehicles by 2035, starting with the Distribution Division.
  • The power utility is developing smart charging systems and time-of-use tariffs to optimize energy use and make EV ownership more affordable.
  • Eskom is prioritizing grid readiness for e-mobility through load forecasting, smart charging systems, and time-of-use tariffs.
  • Through e-mobility, Eskom aims to reduce emissions, drive innovation, create jobs, and contribute to a cleaner, healthier future for all South Africans.
  • Eskom is collaborating with government, automotive manufacturers, petroleum companies, and research institutions to build a strong and integrated e-mobility framework for South Africa.

Statistics:

  • 10 charging stations have been installed on five sites to support the adoption of electric transportation.
  • 20 electric vehicles have been taken delivery of, ranging from light delivery vehicles to light trucks.
  • 100 electric vehicles are planned to be deployed in the near future.
  • Eskom aims to transition its entire fleet to electric vehicles by 2035.
  • 55 public EV charging stations are to be rolled out over the next two years.
  • Eskom is engaged with government, automotive manufacturers, petroleum companies, and research institutions since 2021 to build a strong and integrated e-mobility framework for South Africa.

Sources:

  • SAnews.gov.za
  • MIL OSI Africa (http://milnz.co.nz/mil-osi-aggregation/) - Copyright 2025 Multimedia Investments Ltd, distributed by Contify.com
  • Eskom's official statement on SAnews.gov.za

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