Volkswagen is expected to introduce the updated Golf GTI to the southern African market in the last quarter of 2025, marking the arrival of the latest evolution of the world’s most iconic hot hatch. The Limited Edition launch model is expected to retail for over N$900 000. From urban streets to coastal highways, no other hot...
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Tata’s new Harrier offers advanced tech
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has announced the arrival of the new Tata Harrier, a flagship premium SUV built on the Omega Arc platform which is derived from the Land Rover D8 platform. The Harrier truly combines luxury, capability and global pedigree. With a 5-star Global NCAP rating and enhanced ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), the Harrier sets...
M&Z’s Mariental showroom to lead motoring in south …investment in new facility signals commitment to inclusive growth
In a significant development for southern Namibia’s automotive market, M&Z Motors Group will open a brand-new showroom in Mariental tomorrow. The opening event, scheduled to start at 14h00, will include off the grid test drives accompanied by a mouthwatering braai and good company. The new facility, dubbed Southern Motor Mecca, will offer a diverse lineup...
JAC’s new T9 to boost brand’s green energy fleet …plug-in hybrid double cab to make Namibian debut in 2026
The highly-anticipated plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) from JAC Motors is expected to grace Namibian showrooms by the beginning of next year. The new double cab T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV, powered by a robust 2.0L turbo-petrol engine and supported by two Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs), one at the front and another at the rear,...
All-new 2025 Subaru Forester now in southern Africa
Subaru’s best-selling Forester enters its sixth generation with sharper design, advanced safety, and even greater versatility. Subaru Southern Africa has launched the all-new 2025 Subaru Forester, marking the arrival of the sixth generation of the brand’s most successful model. First introduced in 1997, the Forester has sold more than 4.5 million units world-wide and accounts...
JAC’s X200 workhorse fits perfectly in any business …and N$90 000 savings will even impress the finance department
JAC Motors’ definitive flatbed workhorse, the X200, is the ideal vehicle for any size business due to the wide diversity of applications it offers. This wide range of applications makes the JAC X200 a practical and versatile choice, ensuring safe, comfortable, and on-time transportation of staff and cargo, no matter how far or how challenging...
NBL, NUST put students in the driver’s seat
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) and the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) recently joined forces to empower students through a bold new Road Safety and Responsible Consumption Campaign. Spearheaded by NUST’s Transport and Procurement Society (TPS) and powered by a N$200 000 investment from NBL, the campaign puts young people in the driver’s seat...
Ineos introduces new pricing strategy …offers unbeatable savings of N$500 000 on new purchase
The sought after Ineos brand has become significantly more affordable locally after the Namibian sales office recently introduced a new pricing strategy. Inspired by the original Land Rover Defender of the 1980s, the Ineos brand continues to outshine in terms of reliability and capability compared to premium SUVs in its market segment. “We are constantly...
GWM P500 adds blacked-out trim in updated range
Already a major contender in the domestic bakkie segment, the GWM P500 now brings even more attitude to the road with a bold new look featuring blacked-out exterior details. The updated range, expected in Namibia next month, rolls out with a fresh visual edge that enhances its already commanding presence, adding stealthy black treatments to the...
All-new Volkswagen Tayron available for pre-order in SA
Following its highly anticipated debut at the Volkswagen Indaba earlier this year, Volkswagen has announced the official opening of pre-orders for the all-new Volkswagen Tayron in South Africa. The Volkswagen Tayron is a modern premium 7-seater SUV positioned between the Tiguan and flagship Touareg. The Tayron sets a new benchmark in its class in comfort,...









