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21/06/2024

🌿🌊 The Silent Safari has taken to the water! 🌊🌿

Experience Africa’s rivers like never before, with only the sounds of nature accompanying your journey. The tranquility is truly indescribable.

We are proud to partner with ePropulsion, combining our expertise to revolutionize the safari experience. Interested in a peaceful and quiet adventure? Reach out to learn more!

30/04/2024

🌊 Exciting News! 🚤

Our journey towards sustainable and silent safari experience extends beyond land to the water!

We had the privilege of meeting the team from ePropulsion, just as we had taken delivery of their X40 Electric Outboard Motor.

We can't wait to get out onto the water and silently explore the wonders of Africa's great rivers and lakes.

Stay tuned, there is so much more to come in the next couple months as our vision comes together!

02/04/2024

We're thrilled to share a sneak peek at our latest development: the rear brake solutions crafted in collaboration with the experts at Vari Racing Brakes! 🛠️💪

As with any ambitious project, unexpected challenges are bound to arise. However, at Thula, we believe in tackling obstacles head-on and enlisting the expertise of the best in the business to overcome them. 💡💼

Our partnership with Vari Racing Brakes has enabled us to create a braking system that perfectly complements the performance and safety standards of our electric safari vehicles. From the design phase to the final installation, every step has been meticulously executed to ensure optimal functionality and reliability.

One of the added benefits of an electric vehicle is the ability to have regenerative braking from the dual electric motors. This combined with the limited speed, results in minimal wear and tear on the braking system and reduced maintenance over the lifetime of the vehicle. The Thula EV is built to last.

Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of innovation and craftsmanship in the pursuit of creating unforgettable safari experiences! 🌍🦓

14/03/2024

Thula Update:

Check out our mock dashboard, an early rendition that we have put together as we are integrating and testing various components. The layout and design will evolve as we refine the UX and feel of the car, but regardless it is exciting to see the various parts of the Thula EV taking shape!

The focus is to create a seamless driver experience prioritizing functionality and ease-of-use so that the guide can focus on what matters most, providing the best possible safari experience to their guests.

Stay tuned for more updates as we refine our design and bring our vision to life!

21/02/2024

Exciting news at Thula Solutions! The team at Vertex Automation is currently constructing our first test chassis for the all-new purpose-built electric safari vehicle. The double ladder frame chassis is meticulously designed to accommodate batteries, ensuring an optimal centre of mass for top-tier performance. Every aspect of the car is purposefully crafted for the safari experience.

While this specific chassis won't venture into the bush, it signifies a crucial milestone for the new vehicle. Our partners, AIH Group, have been actively involved, documenting the entire process, and ensuring a streamlined manufacturing approach for future scalability.

The chassis will function as a test bench for our engineering team, evaluating constraints and tolerances in real-world conditions following extensive simulations.

We are thrilled to see this dream come to life and will be sharing more of our story as the pieces come together. Stay tuned for updates!

26/10/2023

Exciting times as the final production prototype is coming together!
Here is a little sneak peak with Mike McDonald in the new Thula Tech Lab. Stay tuned, there is plenty more to come!

19/09/2023

A significant milesone towards realising the dream! A very exciting future lies ahead, stay tuned.

30/06/2023

Thank you all for joining us as we unveiled our incredible Prototype 3 electric safari vehicle!

The launch started when our CEO, Mr Gary Davies, shared our seven-year journey behind Thula Solutions and our vision for the future. It was a proud moment as we reflected on our progress and the positive impact we strive to create.

We addressed common misconceptions about electric vehicles, including "Okavango Proof" water ratings and off-grid solar charging requirements, in our engaging FAQs session.

This session was followed by the opportunity to experience our prototype through a challenging 4x4 course. Demonstrating the immense off-road capabilities of an electric vehicle and getting a taste of a silent game drive.

We are truly grateful for the overwhelming support and interest shown by the entire bush community. Your presence and enthusiasm fuel our drive to push the boundaries and create the perfect game-drive experience.

Special thanks must be given to Jaguar Land Rover Africa for hosting us at their 4x4 Experience Centre. A brilliant corporate venue, with a challenging 4x4 course to demonstrate our prototype's capabilities!

Stay tuned for more updates on our next iteration and join us in embracing a new era of eco-conscious adventure! 🌿

05/06/2023

Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit!

Mark your calendars for June 22nd and join us for an exclusive teaser of the all-new Thula electric safari vehicle on Joburg's premier 4x4 course.

Embark on an unforgettable offroad game drive and experience the thrill of instant torque and precise control. Our expert 4x4 teachers will guide you through an electrifying adventure, showcasing the incredible capabilities of our electric safari vehicle.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

RSVP now at bit.ly/ESV-demo-day

12/05/2023

Silent EVs in the Wild: respecting boundaries leads to remarkable experiences!

One of our most often-asked questions is how animals will react to EVs if they don't make any noise.

In our experience, if you respect their boundaries and allow them to approach you the experience is purely remarkable! It's also great not having to turn the car off at sightings before you can get in the zone!

10/05/2023

Had a little fun today planning the official launch at the Kyalami - Landrover Experience. Still a bit more work to do but we will get you a date soon enough!

13/03/2023

We had an amazing visit to Arusha, Tanzania, where we had the opportunity to tour the E-motion Africa factory and meet with the newly appointed Minister of Culture, Arts and Sports, Dr Phindi Shana. We were excited to see firsthand the progress being made towards sustainable electric transportation in the region and were impressed by the enthusiasm shown towards sustainable tourism by the Tanzanian government.

During our visit, we had the chance to deepen our relationship with our partners in Tanzania and explore opportunities for further collaboration in the future. We believe that partnerships like these are crucial to driving sustainable development where we can share experience and facilities to drive towards a greener future.

Thank you to everyone who made our visit so memorable, and we look forward to continued collaboration in Tanzania!

20/07/2022

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We can provide you with a bespoke solar solution for your property with both outright purchase and financing options available to suit your needs.

Follow the link below and get in touch with us to find out more and to solve all of your power problems.
https://www.thulasolutions.com/pages/solar-solutions

01/06/2022

From the rocky slopes of Singita's Lebombo Mountains to the flooded Sand River, our vehicle demonstration tour through the Greater Kruger could not have been more spectacular. Even the uncharacteristically late rains in May couldn't dampen the excitement felt when testing out our Electric Safari Vehicle.

Thank you to everyone who made this trip possible and joined us on some incredible adventures and testing in the bush.

23/05/2022

Had a great time at Mjejane with the Mjejane senior management team putting it through its paces. "most comfortable ride ever in a gameviewer " great accolade to the work BRV have put in to making this gameviewer a cut above the rest.

28/03/2022

Field testing going exceptionally well and have hit 102 vehicle reservations. The vehicle is as quiet, comfortable and powerful as we expected. The challenge is now going to be production, as we feel we made the gold standard for gameviewers. onwards and upwards in silence. :)

Thanks, Keegan Moffatt Photography for the video and hope you enjoyed the ride!

02/03/2022

Well, it is finally here and ready to be experienced. The vehicle will be in Johannesburg this Friday and we will open bookings for demo drives. Stay tuned to Facebook and LinkedIn for updates.

26/02/2022

A great week’s road testing. We are still slowly releasing power with the software controls. We reached 135km/h on the flat road test and will possibly cap it out at that speed, no need to take our guests any faster. We will bringing the vehicle to Johannesburg next week and it will be available for public testing. Stay tuned and will publish a booking system soon

20/02/2022

Its now getting very real as we complete our first week of field tests. The vehicle surpassed even my expectations in terms of performance and comfort. The ability for passengers to converse with one another even whilst travelling at 70km/h is wonderful and the ability now to connect a ranger to his guests whilst driving is going to be a game changer. We are going to be releasing more details in terms of pricing and availability in the next week, stay tuned.

29/01/2022

Finally on the last straight, 5 years of R&D coming to a head. Just checking the final subsystems and a few aesthetics before we're ready to go!

A week away now so if you want to get on the non-commital order list go to thulasolutions.com to reserve your vehicle now

23/12/2021

We are on the final phase of production of what we hope to be the ultimate electric game viewing vehicle. The BRV Thula Solutions E viewer. Inspired by the concept of creating a lighter footprint on earth, we spent the past five years perfecting the electric drive chain to power this beast. The vehicle is silent and emits no fossil fuel odours, that typically disturb game sightings. We have 20% more power that any existing Gameviewer and have designed the vehicle with comfort in mind. The suspension and chassis have been carefully crafted to maximise ride comfort. Below video hihghlights how we have rengineered the windscreen for better viewing and driver comfort

08/12/2021

Slowly getting there. Just a quick teaser, as we measure up the seating of what will be the first bespoke electric 4x4 gameveiwer in the world. History in the making here. Our team is working around the clock to get this out before Christmas. The biggest milestone was developing a suspension system designed specifically for passenger comfort and our engineers have nailed it. Watch this space.

22/11/2021

So excited about how things are starting to pan out. It has not been without challenges. The steel strike has lost us three weeks, the global shipping supply chain is running four weeks behind. Despite these set backs we are undeterred and are forging ahead in our production. We have missed our November launch date but there was a time when I thought we would not even make this year but suppliers and investors have rallied around the project and we are on target to have our working model completed before the end of the year. I am guessing the fact that the two largest market cap automotive companies are EV companies has increased focus on our brand and what we are hoping to achieve. Many thanks for the patience and support, I am sure it will be well worth it to everyone.

30/09/2021

Our new offices are almost done so we decided to give you all a little sneak peek.

Come on over for a coffee next week for the final product!

17/06/2021

We are incredibly excited to say our new website is officially live, and we are now taking reservations for our Electric Safari Vehicle!

To find out more about the unparalleled experience on a silent and eco-friendly game drive, please head over to thulasolutions.com

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🌿🌊 The Silent Safari has taken to the water! 🌊🌿 Experience Africa’s rivers like never before, with only the sounds of nature accompanying your journey. The tranquility is truly indescribable. We are proud to partner with ePropulsion, combining our expertise to revolutionize the safari experience. Interested in a peaceful and quiet adventure? Reach out to learn more! #SilentSafari #ElectricBoat #Africa #Safari #TranquilTravel #Thula

Exciting news at Thula Solutions! The team at Vertex Automation is currently constructing our first test chassis for the all-new purpose-built electric safari vehicle. The double ladder frame chassis is meticulously designed to accommodate batteries, ensuring an optimal centre of mass for top-tier performance. Every aspect of the car is purposefully crafted for the safari experience. While this specific chassis won't venture into the bush, it signifies a crucial milestone for the new vehicle. Our partners, AIH Group, have been actively involved, documenting the entire process, and ensuring a streamlined manufacturing approach for future scalability. The chassis will function as a test bench for our engineering team, evaluating constraints and tolerances in real-world conditions following extensive simulations. We are thrilled to see this dream come to life and will be sharing more of our story as the pieces come together. Stay tuned for updates! #ThulaSolutions #EV #Safari #EcoTourism #Sustainability

Exciting times as the final production prototype is coming together! Here is a little sneak peak with Mike McDonald in the new Thula Tech Lab. Stay tuned, there is plenty more to come! #ThulaSolutions #ElectricSafariVehicle #EcoTourism #Sustainability #EV #Safari

A significant milesone towards realising the dream! A very exciting future lies ahead, stay tuned.

Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit! Mark your calendars for June 22nd and join us for an exclusive teaser of the all-new Thula electric safari vehicle on Joburg's premier 4x4 course. Embark on an unforgettable offroad game drive and experience the thrill of instant torque and precise control. Our expert 4x4 teachers will guide you through an electrifying adventure, showcasing the incredible capabilities of our electric safari vehicle. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! RSVP now at bit.ly/ESV-demo-day #ThulaTeaser #ElectricSafariAdventure #OffroadExcitement #InnovationUnleashed #SustainableSafaris #ElectricSafariVehicle

A majestic encounter: Witness the grace and tranquillity of a leopard crossing paths with our electric safari vehicle, without the vehicle interference of noise or emissions. Experience nature in harmony with our sustainable approach. #ElectricSafariVehicle #NatureEncounters #EV #sabisands #madeinsouthafrica

Silent EVs in the Wild: respecting boundaries leads to remarkable experiences! One of our most often-asked questions is how animals will react to EVs if they don't make any noise. In our experience, if you respect their boundaries and allow them to approach you the experience is purely remarkable! It's also great not having to turn the car off at sightings before you can get in the zone! #EVsafari #wildlifephotography #sustainabletourism

EV Wading

Had a little fun today planning the official launch at the Kyalami - Landrover Experience. Still a bit more work to do but we will get you a date soon enough! #electricvehicles #ecotourism #startups #landroverexperience

Thula Solutions

Field testing going exceptionally well and have hit 102 vehicle reservations. The vehicle is as quiet, comfortable and powerful as we expected. The challenge is now going to be production, as we feel we made the gold standard for gameviewers. onwards and upwards in silence. :) Thanks, Keegan Moffatt Photography for the video and hope you enjoyed the ride!

Thula Solutions Electric gameviewer

Our new offices are almost done so we decided to give you all a little sneak peek. Come on over for a coffee next week for the final product! #electricsafarivehicle #electricvehicle #safari #startup #ecotourism #newoffice