About GridCars
GridCars is leading the charge in the South African electric vehicle (EV) revolution.
Established in 2009 with a vision to transform transportation, GridCars has earned a reputation as an independent authority on Electric Vehicle Charging Service Equipment (EVSE) and Charging Station Infrastructure and Management Systems
As a founding member of the Electric Vehicle Industry Association, we have been instrumental in shaping the EV landscape in South Africa
Nearly a decade later, we continue to play a pivotal role in advancing the EV and eMobility industry. We actively collaborate with various stakeholders, including OEMs, property managers, and traditional fuel companies,
to expand the national Charge Point network effectively.
In September 2017, Solareff (Pty) Ltd acquired a 75% stake in GridCars, significantly enhancing our financial stability and enabling us to scale rapidly beyond the capabilities of a small start-up. This investment provided the critical mass needed for substantial growth.
In August 2023, STANLIB Asset Management, a prominent South African investor in sustainable infrastructure, acquired a controlling equity interest in Solareff and its subsidiary, GridCars, through its STANLIB Infrastructure Fund II. This acquisition further strengthens our position and supports our mission to drive the future of sustainable transportation.
Our Network
Since 2013, GridCars has proactively built a network of charging stations across the country, partnering with vehicle OEMs, property owners, facilities managers, hotel groups, and municipalities to stay ahead of the EV demand curve and the uptake of EV charging on public and private networks.
In late 2018, GridCars collaborated with Jaguar to lay the groundwork for the future development of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in South Africa by deploying 82 public charging stations nationwide. Later, our partnership with Audi included four 150kW DC supercharging stations, part of launching 33 charging locations nationwide, marking a significant milestone.
GridCars currently operates over 350 AC and DC fast charging stations in South Africa, representing more than 70% of the country’s publicly-operated charging stations.
The GridCars’ national network of EV DC fast-chargers has been a game changer for EV drivers, enabling long-distance travel within South Africa. Our mission is to continually expand the number of charging stations to drive the South African electric vehicle revolution.
We have successfully integrated our extensive charging network with Google Maps, making GridCars the first EV charging stations in Africa to be included on the platform.
GridCars Charging Stations
are Now Available on
Google Maps
Careers at GridCars
Join us in driving the future of transportation
We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals to join our team and help us shape the future of mobility.
At GridCars, our passion for what we do is matched only by the dedication of our team members. We foster a collaborative and stimulating work environment where every day brings new opportunities to achieve remarkable things together.
