DINNER PARTY INTEL: In African first, VW to try out e-Golfs in Rwanda
During the pilot phase, four e-Golfs and one charging station will be introduced in Kigali
07 November 2019 - 05:00
1. Electric Rwanda
Just weeks after the launch of factories that will make Africa’s first smartphone, Rwanda will become the first country in Africa where Volkswagen (VW) will test electric cars. The country is a hub of innovation on the continent. This week the German carmaker teamed up with Siemens to launch the vehicles, which will be part of its app-driven ride-hailing service. During the pilot phase, four e-Golfs and one charging station will be introduced in Kigali...
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