Renault has unveiled the new Renault Kiger Turbo, giving one of the brand’s bestloved car models its own moment in the spotlight. The Kiger Turbo, expected to be in Namibian showrooms by April, has consistently been among Renault’s top sellers in southern Africa, thanks to smart pricing, strong fuel efficiency with a more assertive design,...
FRANKFURT – German carmaker BMW reported solid profit last week despite US tariffs and tough competition in China, delivering a far better result than the heavy falls reported by rivals Volkswagen Group and Mercedes-Benz. While Volkswagen saw profit plunge over 40% and said it would cut thousands of jobs in coming years, BMW reported a...
Namibia has been selected as the primary African assembly and distribution hub for a new generation motorcycle brand aimed at tackling the continent’s toughest terrain. Motorcycle manufacturer Baierkraft announced this week that it will assemble its state-of-the-art motorcycles in Namibia, positioning the country at the centre of a venture expected to create up to 200...
Mahindra has reached a significant milestone, officially delivering the 10 000th Mahindra XUV 3XO to a customer in Southern Africa in February 2026. This achievement represents the fastest-ever 10 000-unit sales milestone recorded by any vehicle in the local Mahindra stable, requiring just over 500 days from its initial launch to reach this impressive figure....
Chery has confirmed the upcoming global introduction of an all-new double-cab bakkie, marking the brand’s entry into one of the most competitive international vehicle segments. Known internally as the KP31, the new model is scheduled to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027 and will debut with a segment-first diesel plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The advanced...
The message from the all-new Mitsubishi Triton is clear: this is no longer just a workhorse bakkie, but a rugged, technology-packed lifestyle vehicle built to tackle extreme terrain while keeping occupants in refined comfort. Positioned as a next-generation evolution of Mitsubishi’s popular pick-up range, the Triton blends durability and performance with upgraded interior features and...
Sergeant Nqobizwe Shipanga The City of Windhoek has noted a growing number of cases in which vehicle owners alter their vehicles, particularly by changing their colour, without complying with the required legal procedures. This trend is especially prevalent among public transport operators. Such alterations, when done without proper authorisation, contravene the Road Traffic and Transport...
A quarter of a century after it first rewrote Mitsubishi’s SUV playbook, the Mitsubishi Outlander is marking its 25th anniversary with an ultra-exclusive model that blends heritage, technology and off-road credibility in equal measure. Enter the Outlander Edition 25, a sharply specified, collector-focused derivative of which only 10 units will be made available in southern...
Katrina Nomboga Public transportation plays a major role in the daily movement of residents and visitors in Windhoek. Public transport includes services such as registered taxis, minibuses, buses and other licensed vehicles that carry passengers for a fare. However, operating a taxi without the correct legal documentation is not only unlawful but also puts passengers...
Chery Group recently concluded a centralised global maintenance technical training programme involving participants from 18 countries. The three-day training enhanced the capabilities of technical service personnel from several regions, including Africa, particularly in the servicing of CSH models. This marks an important milestone in the development of Chery’s standardised global service network. It also represents...