South African Eco-Cars Edit
The Joule Shines at Paris Auto Show

Electricity is still clearly charging the automotive world. At the Paris Auto Show, the Joule has been stealing all the press coverage—and for the right reason.

The Joule is a six-passenger electric car that boasts a range of 250 miles and an estimated cost of $22,000-$28,000. It’s made in South Africa—certainly not a region known for its car production. The finished product will consist of about 50% local content.