Numerous people often commute through the City of Windhoek by car, and while doing so, any one of them could occasionally run into a traffic officer. Some motorists find it annoying to think about getting stopped by police officers, while others find it nerve-wracking.
Motoring
China overtakes Japan as world’s top vehicle exporter
China overtook Japan as the world’s biggest vehicle exporter last year, data from the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) showed yesterday. Japan shipped 4.42 million vehicles in 2023, the figures showed.
Road sign vandalism impacts community safety
Regulating traffic flow and road safety are the ultimate objectives of road traffic signs. However, the rising prevalence of road sign damage in Windhoek due to vandalism has become a real cause for concern.
Volkswagen set to shake up market in 2024
Volkswagen is set to make a significant impact on the Namibian passenger car market with the launch of new models in 2024.
Jeep Grand Cherokee earns back-to-back Drivers’ Choice Awards
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is once again the winner of Best Mid-size Utility vehicle in the 2024 MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards, earning the honour for the second consecutive year.
Truckers directed to stop illegal lay-bys
The Roads Authority has urgently directed all truck drivers to immediately cease setting up illegal lay-bys on the national road network, especially those transporting manganese on the Trans- Orange Corridor (Nakop Border Post via Grunau and Keetmanshoop to the port of Lüderitz).
INEOS GRENADIER is the desert’s new best friend
At first glance, it would be totally understandable if you mistakenly assumed the Ineos Grenadier was a Land Rover Defender.
RA: Refrain from public road advertisements
The Roads Authority (RA) stated that it has noted with great concern the placement of advertisements within proclaimed road reserves without the necessary approvals. In some instances, advertisements are placed on road traffic signs, a practice that may lead to traffic accidents.
City Police Traffic Tips: Driving in the dark on Windhoek roads
As winter approaches, the days become shorter and the nights longer, compelling motorists to start driving to work before sunrise and returning after sunset.
Jaecoo climbs SA sales chart
Newly-established urban off-road SUV brand Jaecoo has rocketed to the top 30 of South Africa’s best-selling automotive brands during April 2024.