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High octane motoring festival slated for next week
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High octane motoring festival slated for next week

Motorsport Expo 2025 is gearing up to ignite the Tony Rust Race Track with the biggest, loudest and most thrilling motorsport weekend of the year on 24 and 25 October.  During the much-anticipated event, motoring enthusiasts can expect to be treated to incredible speeds, power slides, roaring engines and the smell of burning rubber.  With...

Norway plans to scrap EV tax exemption
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Norway plans to scrap EV tax exemption

OSLO – Norway, the world leader in the adoption of electric cars, wants to completely phase out its sales tax (VAT) exemption for zero-emission vehicles by 2027, the government announced Wednesday. In its proposed 2026 budget, the Labour government wants to lower the price threshold at which new electric vehicles are subject to VAT from...

Experience true grit with an Ineos test drive
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Experience true grit with an Ineos test drive

As of today, until Saturday, adventure enthusiasts and motoring fans are in for a real treat when Ineos Namibia will be hosting an exclusive test drive.  The test drive promises an unforgettable off-road experience to showcase the rugged capability, precision engineering and pure driving power of the Ineos Quartermaster and Ineos Grenadier that are purpose...

City Police Traffic Tips – Knowing the powers of a traffic officer
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City Police Traffic Tips – Knowing the powers of a traffic officer

Community Policing Officer As motorists navigate Windhoek’s city streets each day, they may occasionally be stopped by traffic officers.  During these stops, officers may ask questions or request certain actions to ensure road safety and compliance with traffic regulations.  Some motorists find it bothersome to think about getting stopped by traffic officers.  Meanwhile, others find...

JAC’s T8 NightHawk concept embraces Namibian roads
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JAC’s T8 NightHawk concept embraces Namibian roads

The JAC T8 NightHawk has officially landed in Namibia, marking a bold step forward for the Chinese automaker’s ambitions in Southern Africa.  This prototype, powered by a 2.5-litre turbo diesel engine, is the world’s only right-hand-drive short-wheelbase double-cab bakkie.   It is turning heads with its rugged design and commanding presence. After spending more than eight...

Audi’s agile S3 range offers increased performance
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Audi’s agile S3 range offers increased performance

Audi has introduced the new Audi S3 Sportback and S3 Sedan with increased performance, a torque splitter, advanced driving dynamics, and a sharpened design. More than just a product upgrade, the latest Audi S3 delivers greater output, innovative technology, and distinctive styling that underline its position as a premium compact performance model. The Audi S3...

Jaguar Land Rover to resume output
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Jaguar Land Rover to resume output

LONDON – Jaguar Land Rover this week said it will partially restart production in the coming days after a damaging cyberattack halted operations at its UK factories. The Indian-owned automaker said on 2 September that it had been targeted by hackers, severely disrupting sales and production and forcing the company to seek emergency funding. “As...

Jaecoo expands local lineup with new J5
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Jaecoo expands local lineup with new J5

Jaecoo has introduced the all-new J5, a stylish and compact SUV that slots in below the larger J7, offering the same premium appeal in a more accessible package.  Powered by a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, the J5, which retails starting from N$505 000 for the top of the range derivative, delivers strong everyday performance and...