SWAKOPMUND – Mahindra single- cab bakkies are becoming increasingly popular at the Namibian coastline, particularly where heavy industry and mining companies operate. These sturdy and reliable workhorses are preferred in both single and double-cab configurations for these labour-intensive industries, where reliability is not an option, but a necessity. Speaking to Woema at M&Z Motors Swakopmund,...
Motoring
Revised Audi Q7 strong in design and technology
Audi has once again upgraded its flagship Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) with a clear visual language and even better technology. The fresh exterior design with new front and rear sections underscores the powerful character of the SUV, which offers first-class versatility and generous space for up to seven passengers. For the first time in a...
Mahindra’s XUV 3XO A major plot twist…as new compact SUV aims to be a game-changer
When visiting the Mahindra showroom in Windhoek this week to take a look at the much-awaited Crossover Utility Vehicle (XUV) 3XO model, Woema was flabbergasted when it walked right past the new vehicle without even recognising it. That is because the XUV, a sports utility crossover vehicle, arrived in Namibia last Friday, and does not...
Black November comes early with a Chery on top
Instead of a Black Friday, Chery Namibia has kicked off with Black November, and it has started early. This means savings up to N$50 000 on the majestic Chery compact SUVs that continue with an impressive resurgence in the domestic vehicle market. Speaking to Woema, Vincent van Rooyen, sales manager Chery Namibia, said Black November...
GWM offers hybrid option on all models …advanced electric motors work in tandem with combustion engines
GWM has announced offering Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) variants across their entire range of models – making GWM the first automotive manufacturer in southern Africa to achieve this milestone. Local salesmen say the HEV variants are available in Namibia on order, with delivery in three to four weeks. A global leader in HEV technology, GWM’s current range...
Traffic deviation on Windhoek to airport road in effect
The Roads Authority (RA) has informed the public about a new temporary traffic deviation on the Windhoek-Hosea Kutako International Airport Road upgrade project as of today. The affected area starts at three kilometres (km) east of the current temporary airport turnoff, and 0.4km west of the M51 road turnoff. The deviation will channel traffic...
M&Z Motors takes servicing a step above the rest
Some of the most crucial aspects, besides affordability and reliability to consider when purchasing a vehicle, is the service cost as well as readily available and reasonably-priced spare parts. In the case of JAC Motors Namibia, all these serviceable boxes are ticked as a fully-stocked parts’ warehouse ensures that all wear and tear parts are...
Improvement expected in new vehicle market – SS
Although domestic vehicle sales increases experienced in July this year did not continue in August, the commercial vehicles’ segment has shown a positive trend in recent months, boosted by various macroeconomic factors. In its analysis of the latest vehicle sales figures, stock brokerage Simonis Storm (SS) noted that as further interest rate reductions are anticipated,...
Unam receives EVs tolower carbon footprint
Iuze Mukube In its continued commitment to sustainability and innovation in transportation, the University of Namibia has acquired five electric vehicles (EVs) worth N$1.5 million. The formal handover of the four electric sedans and one EV van took place at the university’s main campus yesterday. This significant move is a critical goal of the university...
Ricky’s Custom Carshop exhibits classics
Heather Erdmann It is every petrol head’s dream to own a classic beauty from decades long gone. However, many drivers only get to see pristine, ageless vehicles on television. That was until Ricky’s Custom Carshow took the stage. Boys and their toys – pristine paint jobs, vintage rides and timeless show pieces – were exhibited...