The domestic automotive scene continues to be electrified by the energy of Omoda and Jaecoo as the two brands officially unleash their latest vehicles on Namibian roads. Jaecoo and Omoda are two distinct automotive brands, both owned by Chery International and focused on global markets, particularly outside of China. The two brands share a similar strategy...
The MVA Fund has expressed deep concern about a marked increase in pedestrian-related crashes, injuries and fatalities across the country between January and June this year. Crash data compiled to date reveal that pedestrian-related crashes increased from 435 to 501 (up 15%), injuries from 406 to 464 (up 14%), and fatalities by a staggering 45%...
Chery Namibia is expanding its lineup of the Tiggo 7 CSH with the imminent arrival of a new Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) derivative of its popular Tiggo 7 SUV. Offered in two well-equipped trims, the Tiggo 7 CSH, which will soon grace local showrooms, combines the brand’s hallmark value-for-money proposition with the added benefits of...
TOKYO – Japanese auto exports to the United States fell almost a quarter in May, data showed, as worries over Donald Trump’s tariffs grow with Tokyo and Washington yet to strike a deal. Roughly 8% of jobs are tied to the auto industry in Japan, which is home to the world’s top-selling carmaker Toyota as...
Community Policing Officer Red light, which has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum, undergoes the least amount of scattering as it travels through the air. This unique property allows red light to remain visible over greater distances compared to other colours. In the context of road safety, this makes red an ideal choice for...
An extremely affordable option for your budget is JAC’s T6 double-cab bakkie. It boasts the largest cargo area in its class, allowing ample space for loads and tools, with an option for a longer flat deck. Retailing at JAC Motors starting at N$409 900, the T6 is attracting many potential buyers looking for a reliable...
Namibia’s rugged terrain, mountainous landscapes and vast open spaces make it a paradise for off-road enthusiasts. From the winding passes to iconic trails and the scenic mountain routes, Namibia offers some of the most exhilarating and challenging 4×4 routes in the world. With a strong off-roading culture and passionate community of clubs and adventurers, the...
Never in the history of Namibia’s toughest rally has anyone won the event three times. That is, until this past weekend, when driver Wilro Dippenaar and his navigator Carolyn Swan, secured their third consecutive win at Namibia’s most iconic motorsport event, the oldest known rally in Africa and perhaps the toughest rally on the continent,...
FRANKFURT – A jump in electric car sales helped give a slight boost to Germany’s troubled auto market last month, official data showed yesterday, although Elon Musk’s Tesla fared poorly again. A total of 239 297 new vehicles were registered in May in Europe’s top car market, 1.2% more than the same month last year,...
Making its global debut at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, the all-new Jaecoo J5 is a striking new crossover that expands the brand’s presence with a more accessible and compact offering. Positioned below the J7, the more compact J5 brings the Jaecoo marque within reach of Namibians seeking a premium SUV experience at a more accessible price...