After months of eager anticipation, the domestic pickup segment is poised for a fresh entrant as the highly anticipated LDV Terron 9 prepares to hit local showrooms within the next two to three weeks. The arrival, confirmed by LDV Namibia management, marks a significant moment for both LDV and Namibian motorists, as this bold and...
FRANKFURT – Electric vehicle sales rebounded strongly in Germany in 2025, official data showed this week, with Chinese manufacturers making inroads from a low base in the EU’s largest economy. EV sales rose 43.2% last year to 545 142 in total, the KBA federal transport authority said, representing 19.1% of all new cars sold. Chinese...
Due to high demand, the Ineos showroom in Windhoek has received new stock for its increasingly popular and extremely capable off-road range of vehicles. With the Ineos Grenadier FieldMaster now in stock in petrol and diesel derivatives and the Grenadier TrialMaster in diesel, the new stock has also been pre-ordered to include tow bars, front...
The Namibian Police Force has renewed its call for strict adherence to road traffic laws as the festive season draws to a close and daily traffic volumes begin to increase across the country. In a public notice issued this week, the Namibian Police urged drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians to take personal responsibility for road safety,...
BRUSSELS – The European Union announced a landmark 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars on Tuesday, as part of a package of reforms aimed at supporting Europe’s embattled auto industry. The ban was hailed as a major win in the fight against climate change when it was adopted in 2023, but carmakers and...
The Ineos automotive brand is steadily gaining traction in the domestic market as it intensifies efforts to align operations with local customer needs. Known for its rugged, high-performance vehicles, the brand has been expanding its presence and refining its service approach to ensure that Namibian buyers experience greater convenience, shorter waiting periods and competitive value...
On 21 November, the 23rd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition opened at the Canton Fair Complex, where JAC Motors showcased its latest high-end, intelligent vehicles, highlighting the company’s strategic shift from traditional manufacturing to a forward-looking, technology-driven mobility enterprise. Led by the innovative MAEXTRO S800, JAC Motors showcased two DEFINE concept cars, the T9 PHEV, the...
LDV Namibia has cemented its position as one of the region’s growing automotive retailers after walking away with multiple top accolades at the LDV Annual Awards held last week in South Africa. The prestigious ceremony recognised outstanding performance among LDV dealerships across Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa, making the achievements particularly significant for the...
Chery has strengthened its safety credentials with the Tiggo 7 CSH earning a five-star Euro NCAP rating, following strong performances across all four of the programme’s assessment categories. The Chery Tiggo 7 CSH recently achieved a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, earning high scores across all four assessment categories: Adult Occupant Protection, Child Occupant Protection,...
Ford Motor Company of southern Africa is scheduled to launch a revised line-up for its Everest sport utility vehicle (SUV) range in the first half of 2026. Offering new engine choices, the introduction of a new Active series in place of the previous XLT, and various specification and feature enhancements, the seven-seater Ford Everest is...