Technology Group Rubicon Is Bringing The First Tesla Model X To South Africa
Technology Group Rubicon Is Bringing The First Tesla Model X To South Africa. Sustainable technology group Rubicon is bringing a Tesla Model X Performance Edition all-electric SUV into South Africa next week. “This is a big step forward for raising the profile of renewable energy in South Africa, The vehicle will be used for marketing initiatives within the Rubicon Group to promote Tesla Powerwall and officially launch Rubicon’s entry into the electric vehicle charging space in South Africa.” the director of Rubicon Energy & E-Mobility, Greg Blandford, told MyBroadband.
The Tesla Model X is a mid-size all-electric luxury crossover made by Tesla, Inc. The vehicle is notable in that it uses falcon-wing doors for passenger access. “The arrival of our Model X gives South Africans the opportunity to see up close what an electric future looks like, and to experience high-performance electric vehicles and the technology showcased within the Tesla Model X for the first time,” said Blandford.
This however does not mean that Tesla vehicles would now be shipped and sold in South Africa, though many South Africans would hope this is a step in that direction. “The Tesla Model X is a marvel of engineering and technology. We hope to raise awareness of electric mobility in SA, and what better way to achieve this than with the world leader in EVs, Tesla.” Blandford added.
The vehicle will move between major city centres over the next few months in conjunction with a number of marketing events for Tesla Powerwall and electric vehicle chargers from EVBox, Delta, and EO Charging.
Rubicon Group thrives through advancing the adoption of transformative technologies such as renewable energy generation and storage; electric vehicle charging infrastructure; factory, warehouse, building and home automation; efficient lighting and lighting automation; holistic insights, analytics and monitoring.
The company’s partner offering includes a curated basket of technology products, analytical services and online tools, an omni-channel purchasing experience, end-to-end logistics, access to finance, technical support and monitoring. Rubicon Group’s head office is in Cape Town, South Africa, and the group operates across South Africa and in select African and European markets, employing nearly 500 staff.
