Mitsubishi has never been a brand to blindly chase trends, but with the arrival of the all-new Destinator, it’s clear the Japanese automaker is sharpening its focus on what modern families want: space, style, efficiency, and, crucially, value. And at a starting price of N$489 990, this seven-seater SUV doesn’t just talk a good game,...
As Namibian motorists can expect a notable spike in fuel prices at the beginning of April with oil markets recalibrating around uncertainty created by the Iran war and disrupted supply lines, the cost of everyday mobility is set to increase. With damage already having been inflicted in the Middle East, both economically and on infrastructure,...
GWM has expanded its local SUV portfolio with the introduction of the Haval H7 Black Edition, a darker, more assertive take on the already well-equipped Haval H7. The H7 arrived in southern Africa in January 2025 and quickly carved out a space in the competitive mid-size SUV segment. Its blend of performance, technology and value has...
Sergeant Kavekotoka Humavindu The Windhoek City Police Service has noted a growing trend of motorists driving into oncoming traffic, which has become a serious road safety concern. This practice involves motorists driving on the wrong side of the road, while facing vehicles approaching from the opposite direction. This poses a significant danger to all road...
Chery has announced a major upgrade to its popular Tiggo 4 range, strengthening its position in the competitive compact SUV market in Namibia. The refreshed Tiggo Cross LiT MT and Tiggo Cross LiT CVT models are expected to arrive in Namibian showrooms as early as next month, offering numerous improvements focused on safety, comfort, technology,...
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...