CAS3701
Assignment 4 2025
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Due Date: 19 August 2025
1. BACKGROUND
ZA-Motion Electric Vehicles Ltd (ZA-Motion) is a South African company that focuses on the
design and manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs). For tax purposes, it does not qualify as a
small business corporation (SBC). The company was founded in 2011 as a local car
producer and initially concentrated on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Over time,
however, ZA-Motion has shifted its business strategy to meet global sustainability demands.
The move towards electric mobility reflects a deliberate effort to contribute to cleaner
transport solutions, lower emissions, and long-term energy efficiency. By reorienting its
production towards EVs, ZA-Motion is not only aligning itself with global sustainability
agendas but also preparing to take advantage of new opportunities within South Africa’s
automotive sector. The company’s strategic goal is to position itself as a leading innovator in
the transition to green mobility, while supporting national economic development and
environmental goals.
2. APPLICABLE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)
ZA-Motion’s transition from internal combustion vehicles to electric vehicles links directly to
Terms of use
several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Four goalsagree
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implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
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Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
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1. BACKGROUND
ZA-Motion Electric Vehicles Ltd (ZA-Motion) is a South African company that focuses
on the design and manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs). For tax purposes, it does
not qualify as a small business corporation (SBC). The company was founded in
2011 as a local car producer and initially concentrated on internal combustion engine
(ICE) vehicles. Over time, however, ZA-Motion has shifted its business strategy to
meet global sustainability demands. The move towards electric mobility reflects a
deliberate effort to contribute to cleaner transport solutions, lower emissions, and
long-term energy efficiency. By reorienting its production towards EVs, ZA-Motion is
not only aligning itself with global sustainability agendas but also preparing to take
advantage of new opportunities within South Africa’s automotive sector. The
company’s strategic goal is to position itself as a leading innovator in the transition to
green mobility, while supporting national economic development and environmental
goals.
2. APPLICABLE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)
ZA-Motion’s transition from internal combustion vehicles to electric vehicles links
directly to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Four goals are particularly relevant to its operations.
SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy
The company plans to build a solar-powered manufacturing facility and install solar-
based charging stations across the country. This ensures that vehicles can be
powered by renewable electricity rather than fossil fuels. By expanding renewable
energy usage, ZA-Motion directly supports SDG 7, which promotes reliable,
affordable, and sustainable energy for all.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions, which helps reduce overall
greenhouse gases. ZA-Motion’s commitment to cleaner transport aligns with the
global push for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company positions itself as a
contributor to climate action by lowering its carbon footprint and supporting urgent
measures to tackle climate change.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 4 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: 19 August 2025
1. BACKGROUND
ZA-Motion Electric Vehicles Ltd (ZA-Motion) is a South African company that focuses on the
design and manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs). For tax purposes, it does not qualify as a
small business corporation (SBC). The company was founded in 2011 as a local car
producer and initially concentrated on internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. Over time,
however, ZA-Motion has shifted its business strategy to meet global sustainability demands.
The move towards electric mobility reflects a deliberate effort to contribute to cleaner
transport solutions, lower emissions, and long-term energy efficiency. By reorienting its
production towards EVs, ZA-Motion is not only aligning itself with global sustainability
agendas but also preparing to take advantage of new opportunities within South Africa’s
automotive sector. The company’s strategic goal is to position itself as a leading innovator in
the transition to green mobility, while supporting national economic development and
environmental goals.
2. APPLICABLE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)
ZA-Motion’s transition from internal combustion vehicles to electric vehicles links directly to
Terms of use
several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Four goalsagree
By making use of this document you areto:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
, +27 67 171 1739
1. BACKGROUND
ZA-Motion Electric Vehicles Ltd (ZA-Motion) is a South African company that focuses
on the design and manufacture of electric vehicles (EVs). For tax purposes, it does
not qualify as a small business corporation (SBC). The company was founded in
2011 as a local car producer and initially concentrated on internal combustion engine
(ICE) vehicles. Over time, however, ZA-Motion has shifted its business strategy to
meet global sustainability demands. The move towards electric mobility reflects a
deliberate effort to contribute to cleaner transport solutions, lower emissions, and
long-term energy efficiency. By reorienting its production towards EVs, ZA-Motion is
not only aligning itself with global sustainability agendas but also preparing to take
advantage of new opportunities within South Africa’s automotive sector. The
company’s strategic goal is to position itself as a leading innovator in the transition to
green mobility, while supporting national economic development and environmental
goals.
2. APPLICABLE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)
ZA-Motion’s transition from internal combustion vehicles to electric vehicles links
directly to several of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Four goals are particularly relevant to its operations.
SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy
The company plans to build a solar-powered manufacturing facility and install solar-
based charging stations across the country. This ensures that vehicles can be
powered by renewable electricity rather than fossil fuels. By expanding renewable
energy usage, ZA-Motion directly supports SDG 7, which promotes reliable,
affordable, and sustainable energy for all.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions, which helps reduce overall
greenhouse gases. ZA-Motion’s commitment to cleaner transport aligns with the
global push for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company positions itself as a
contributor to climate action by lowering its carbon footprint and supporting urgent
measures to tackle climate change.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
