The Automobile Association (AA) has expressed concern following the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica campaign crash test results from Global NCAP, which reveal that the Toyota Corolla Cross has received a two-star rating for adult occupant protection, due to the absence of standard side head protection. Despite achieving three stars for child occupant protection, the results clearly demonstrate shortcomings...
Chery has officially announced the launch of its Trans-national Warranty Programme, effective from 2026. The new policy will apply to all Chery models across all global markets, removing traditional regional limitations in automotive after-sales service and delivering a truly customer-centric approach: purchase anywhere, warranty everywhere. Whether travelling abroad, working overseas, or relocating internationally, Chery owners...
Hyundai has officially released the all-new Santa Fe 2026 in the form of a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), comprised of a bold seven-seater SUV that aims to redefine adventure driving while responding to growing demand for efficiency, technology, and versatility. With its striking new design, hybrid powertrain, and spacious interior, the Santa Fe HEV positions...
The Roads Authority (RA) requests all road users to be extra careful when travelling on national roads. This comes as Namibia is receiving good rainfall across many parts of the country. Heavy rains have been reported in the Kavango West, Kavango East and Zambezi regions. While the rain is good for the country, it has...
While the phrase “value for money” has become common place in automotive marketing, one recently launched SUV is proving that this catchphrase is more than just a tagline. The Jetour T1, recently launched in southern Africa and already available in China, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and the Philippines, has received a very warm...
After months of eager anticipation, the domestic pickup segment is poised for a fresh entrant as the highly anticipated LDV Terron 9 prepares to hit local showrooms within the next two to three weeks. The arrival, confirmed by LDV Namibia management, marks a significant moment for both LDV and Namibian motorists, as this bold and...
FRANKFURT – Electric vehicle sales rebounded strongly in Germany in 2025, official data showed this week, with Chinese manufacturers making inroads from a low base in the EU’s largest economy. EV sales rose 43.2% last year to 545 142 in total, the KBA federal transport authority said, representing 19.1% of all new cars sold. Chinese...
Due to high demand, the Ineos showroom in Windhoek has received new stock for its increasingly popular and extremely capable off-road range of vehicles. With the Ineos Grenadier FieldMaster now in stock in petrol and diesel derivatives and the Grenadier TrialMaster in diesel, the new stock has also been pre-ordered to include tow bars, front...
The Namibian Police Force has renewed its call for strict adherence to road traffic laws as the festive season draws to a close and daily traffic volumes begin to increase across the country. In a public notice issued this week, the Namibian Police urged drivers, motorcyclists and pedestrians to take personal responsibility for road safety,...
BRUSSELS – The European Union announced a landmark 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars on Tuesday, as part of a package of reforms aimed at supporting Europe’s embattled auto industry. The ban was hailed as a major win in the fight against climate change when it was adopted in 2023, but carmakers and...