Motoring

Wind tunnels have long been used to design and test aerodynamic and energy-efficient vehicles. Now, Ford has combined the latest wind tunnel technology with the equivalent of a vehicle-sized treadmill to help create its next-generation of production vehicles, including the first-ever Mustang Dark Horse. Capable of simulating wind and road surface speeds of 322km/h, the...

Audi’s A3 Sportback and A3 Sedan head into 2025 with a sportier look, refreshed design elements and a rationalised range to make purchasing an A3 even more convenient and straightforward.  In addition, the standard equipment tally has been expanded, new materials have been applied for increased comfort, and a highly-specified and eye-catchingly designed Black Edition...

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 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...

Sometimes when the Top Gear Bakkie of the Year is announced, there is a lot of furniture moving around the room as Wynand Mostert shows his displeasure with the top pick.  But this year the furniture was safe because Top Gear South Africa’s bakkie of the year for 2024 has gone to Mitsubishi’s Next-Gen Triton. ...

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...

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,...

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...

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’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...