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Chery makes luxury even more accessible 
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Chery makes luxury even more accessible 

Chery has expanded its flagship Tiggo 8 line-up by introducing the new Tiggo 8 Pro Executive Plus. This value-packed trim is designed to make Tiggo 8 ownership more accessible, and offers an attractive price without sacrificing the luxury, safety or technology Chery is known for. From a styling perspective, the Pro Executive Plus impresses with an...

JAC Motors switches to higher gear with local consumers
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JAC Motors switches to higher gear with local consumers

JAC Motors Namibia is visibly increasing its presence on the domestic market at an exponential rate, as its various derivatives continue to make significant inroads into the hearts and minds of local consumers.  All it takes to verify this elevated presence is a quick look-around on Namibian roads, where you increasingly see the bold and...

December fuel prices remain unchanged
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December fuel prices remain unchanged

Domestic fuel prices for both petrol and diesel will remain unchanged for December 2024.The mines and energy ministry has considered the need to shield Namibians from volatile international prices. This means the fuel prices at the port of import will remain at N$20.25 per litre for petrol, N$19.72 for diesel 50ppm and N$19.82 for diesel...

New Jeep Wrangler reforged for adventure
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New Jeep Wrangler reforged for adventure

Backed by more than 80 years of 4×4 engineering expertise, the new Jeep Wrangler is the most recognisable and capable vehicle on the planet.  Jeep Wrangler builds on the brand’s goal to deliver freedom of choice, offering an unmatched combination of leading off-road capability, iconic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced powertrains and a refined interior,...

Mercedes AMG GLE53 blows away competitors …face-lifted coupé offers dynamism and comfort
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Mercedes AMG GLE53 blows away competitors …face-lifted coupé offers dynamism and comfort

When walking into the Mercedes showroom in Windhoek, the dynamic presence of the face-lifted GLE53 Coupé is unmistakable, as the aggressive stance of the AMG immediately draws in visitors to better inspect the sharpened all round design. The striking demeanour and overall sporty ambience of this world-famous coupé is accentuated by an independent front apron...

Africa Road Safety Day reiterates call to action
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Africa Road Safety Day reiterates call to action

Julia Alfeus  Tsumeb was the host for the launch of the 2024/2025 Africa Road Safety Day spearheaded by the National Road Safety Council (NRSC) on 17 November, 2024. As part of the broader “World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims,” this event gathered stakeholders from various sectors to honour lives lost in road traffic...

Hyundai Creta gets another mid-life boost
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Hyundai Creta gets another mid-life boost

Hyundai’s Creta range has received another mid-life boost in southern Africa with the addition of two new Matte Edition derivatives, more convenience and safety features, and a reduction in the prices of certain versions of this medium-size SUV. The Creta range still comprises three derivatives with two different specification levels: Premium and Executive, both using...

Ford’s Mustang dark horse stampedes into southern Africa
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Ford’s Mustang dark horse stampedes into southern Africa

WITH sinister looks, tailored aerodynamics and a specially-tuned Coyote 5.0-litre V8 engine, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse sets a new benchmark for American street and track performance that could only come in a Mustang.  The Dark Horse, now available at southern African dealerships, is the first new Mustang performance series to be launched in more...

Mercedes AMG C63 eliminates turbo lag
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Mercedes AMG C63 eliminates turbo lag

The new Mercedes AMG C63 S e-performance, unveiled at the M&Z Motors Windhoek dealership last week, now offers 580kw of power and 1000Nm of torque. The 2.0-litre C63 is powered by the world’s most powerful four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, which is paired with an electric motor. A 6.1kWh battery pack not only provides an additional boost...