The Easter holidays in April represent one of the busiest times on Namibian roads when there is a much higher risk of accidents. Ensuring your vehicle and its tyres are in roadworthy condition is one of the first steps to make sure you and yours have a safe and smooth journey. Tyres are the most...
Motoring
M&Z team dominates Swakop Rally
The M&Z Motorsport Team once again dominated the CR1 category during the opening leg of the 2025 National Rally Championship that commenced with the Swakopmund Rally last weekend. Driving their modified JAC T8 bakkie, the M&Z team, consisting of driver Ekko Eisenberg and navigator, Horazio “Rassie” Rietz, promised more exciting races and more podium finishes...
City Police Traffic Tips – The dangers and penalties of wrong-side parking
Community policing officer Parking facing oncoming traffic implies the practice of parking a vehicle against the flow of traffic, meaning the car is positioned in the opposite direction of the lane’s designated traffic flow. This practice is typically prohibited in many countries due to safety concerns and visibility issues. In contrast, driving and parking practices...
Iconic Subaru brand re-enters Namibian market
The iconic Subaru brand has re-entered the Namibian market. Having exited the domestic market many years ago, Subaru is making an aggressive domestic comeback – not only in Namibia but throughout the region. Subaru Southern Africa is investing in new additions, such as new dealerships and new dedicated after-sales service offerings. These additional investments are...
City looking at installing EV-charging
The City of Windhoek is in the process of evaluating the demand for electric vehicle (EV)-charging stations, considering factors such as the current EV market size, projected growth and integration into the city’s broader transport and energy frameworks. This assessment is expected to help inform the city’s policy decisions and investment strategies to ensure infrastructure...
City Police Traffic tips – Parking a vehicle on the right side of the road
Community Policing Officer In Namibia, where vehicles drive on the left side of the road, parking on the right-hand side is not allowed. This practice is a traffic violation, as drivers are expected to park on the left-hand side of the road to maintain safety and comply with regulations. Parking facing oncoming traffic is dangerous...
Supa Quick’s major investments ensure first-rate service …providing a range of gear from tyres to shocks to batteries
Supa Quick in the heart of Windhoek’s central business district is not only a tyre fitment expert, but also specialises in a range of automotive services including batteries, shocks absorbers, wheel alignment and wheel balancing. As an international franchise, Supa Quick in Windhoek has been operating as a wholly-owned Namibian company for more than 30...
Audi’s RS Q8: Most powerful combustion vehicle yet
Audi has rounded out the updated Audi Q8 model range with the RS Q8 performance, the new flagship of its SUV offering. Its increased output of 471kW makes the RS Q8 performance SUV the most powerful series-produced combustion model in the history of Audi Sport GmbH. Furthermore, the RS Q8 performance boasts outstanding driving dynamics,...
Chery Namibia appoints Sharpley as brand ambassador …as Tiggo 4 reaches a landmark global export milestone
Pinehas Pinehas Chery Namibia recently appointed former Miss Namibia, Cassia Sharpley, as its brand ambassador. A brand ambassador is defined as someone who represents and advertises a company, supports its offers, and acts as the embodiment of the company’s corporate identity through words and actions. Brand ambassadors are usually well informed when it comes to talking...
MVA fund urges caution during heavy rains
Following warnings of heavy rains expected in various regions across the country, the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund calls on motorists to drive with caution and observe road traffic rules and regulations. The MVA Fund reminds road users of the dangers posed by wet and slippery roads, calling on motorists to exercise extreme caution, particularly...