Innoson Releases New Set Of Vehicles (Photos). Nigeria first indigenous vehicle manufacturing company ltd, Innoson Vehicles has released into the market three new set of vehicle brands. This was disclosed today, Friday December 6th 2019 in a press briefing at the company headquarters in Nnewi by the Chairman/CEO of Innoson vehicles Chief Dr Innocent Chukwuma […]
The campaign bus of US Presidential candidates Joe Biden was reportedly heckled by some Trump supporters in Texas. The Biden/Harris campaign bus made a brief stop in downtown Austin. It was there that it was harrased by around a dozen president Trump supporters. It was not immediately clear if senator Harris was travelling on the […]
China’s Donghai Airline suspends pilot and male attendant after the pair fought each other mid-flight over a toilet incident. The mid-flight fight left the attendant with a broken arm and the pilot with a broken tooth. Chinese carrier Donghai Airline has suspended a male pilot and a male flight attendant after the pair assaulted each […]
Ford has upgraded one of its best selling SUV the Edge for 2021 with a massive touchscreen and more features. Although no physical upgrade on the exterior, the new massive touchscreen is the highlight of the 2021 refresh. It is now similar to the one seen in the larger Explorer SUV and with all Ford […]
Governor Emmanuel Udom sets to receive two (2) new aircraft by March 2021 to boost state-owned airline Ibom Air operations. This will take Ibom Air’s fleet to 7. Akwa Ibom Governor, Emmanuel Udom has revealed that two more aircrafts would be delivered to the state-owned Ibom Air by March. This will take Ibom Air’s fleet […]
Britain will on Monday set out plans to restart international travel, using a “traffic-light” system as the country cautiously emerges from lockdown. The announcement comes as the UK has set a tentative date of May 17 to relaunch international travel. Travel destinations will be ranked green, amber or red according to virus risk. Downing Street […]
There have been talks for some time about the Apple Car project and Hyundai and Kia were involved but news broke out that the deal is off. The project is for the Korean automobile manufacturer to help Apple build autonomous cars using Kia as a benchmark. In January, Hyundai confirmed that the two companies were […]
Hyundai Motor-backed Urban Air Port is sets to open World’s first mobile airport for flying car and air taxi in UK. Hyundai Motors-backed Urban Air Port is set to open the World’s first mobile airport for flying car and air taxi in Coventry, UK, in November, 2021. Called the Air-One, the airport will be located […]
Emirates is set to increase its four times a week service to Lagos to daily flight from November 1. The expanded schedule of daily services offers enhanced connectivity for Nigerian customers. This is due to Emirates’ growing destination network via Dubai of close to 100 destinations. Emirates operates its modern Boeing 777-300ERs between Lagos and […]
Ebonyi State Governor, David Umahi, has advocated the use of concretes in roads construction. According to him, this is to save the nation from the exorbitant cost of such projects using asphalt. Governor Umahi made the call in Abuja, last Thursday. This was when he briefed newsmen during a visit to the Minister of Agriculture, […]
European aircraft maker Airbus delivered 566 commercial aircraft to 87 customers in 2020, 34 percent fewer than in 2019. It recorded a total of 383 new aircraft orders, 268 net orders, 7,184 aircraft in backlog. Airbus says it delivered 566 commercial aircraft to 87 customers in 2020, which is 34 percent fewer than 863 delivered […]
It is quite obvious that Hyundai is one of the busiest car manufacturer right now as they have yet again launched a new SUV called Bayon. This SUV is literally based on the Kona and they share similar dimensions but its way affordable. The SUV craze is really eating the automobile industry as they become […]
A video of guys trying to use a tricycle (Keke Marwa) to transport a horse has gone viral, drawing thousands of reactions on social media. Just when you think you have seen it all, a group of men have been spotted trying to transport a horse with a tricycle, popularly known as Keke Marwa and […]
Guillaume Cartier, the new Chairperson Nissan Motor Co. announced for the Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region, recently, is expected to assume duties on Thursday this week. Nissan Head For Africa Effective April 1, Cartier will lead all Nissan operations in the region. The region covers more than 140 markets across four […]
Delta clarifies airport concession, approves construction of more roads Delta State Government on Thursday said Asaba International Airport was not sold but only concessioned for 30 years. It said this was done to make for its adequate upgrade into a world-class airport, by the concessionaire. The Commissioner for Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, made this known […]
Passengers stuck for how they can take a COVID-19 test before returning to the UK can now buy one from British Airways. On Thursday, the airline launched its portable £33 (about N20, 000) Covid tests for passengers. This will enable them go on holiday. According to Yahoo Style news, this means that passengers looking to […]
SSC Tuatara supercar hits a two-way average speed of 282.9 mph to become “The World’s Fastest Production Car” This new record breaks the two-way speed record of 277.9 mph (444.6 kph) set by the Koenigsegg Agera RS in 2017. The 1,750 horsepower Tuatara’s Southbound maximum of 286.1 mph also exceeded the Agera RS’s top speed […]
Transport technology company, Uber, is looking to sell its self-driving technology division, according to media reports. The division is known as Uber Advanced Technology Group . It was reported last week that Uber is in talks to sell the Uber ATG division to Aurora Innovation. Aurora Innovation is a much smaller rival in the self-driving […]
Biggest Ever !!! Joe Biden’s inauguration as the 46th president of the United States featured a motorcade that consists seven ‘Beast’ limousines and dozens of armoured SUVs. The Secret Service wowed the world on Wednesday during the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th president of the United States by displaying the biggest […]
Jaguar has been busy refreshing all their line up for 2021 and the E-Pace is the latest to get the treatment. Unlike its siblings, Jaguar took a more subtle approach with the update which focused on the interior with little exterior details. Just to add that the E-Pace like the F-Pace and I-Pace are the […]
SUVs are here to stay and there’s no going back about that fact and Volkswagen has added another to its growing flrrt with the Taos. The Taos is to sit below the Tiguan hence more affordable and offering more value for money. With SUV sales booming seriously VW wants to further take a large chunk […]
BMW has finally unveiled a new model for the 1 series lineup. Some new features look to have been added to this new BMW 128ti model. BMW has unveiled a new 128ti variant for the 1 Series lineup. This new model sits between the 120i and M135i xDrive. It will be available in the market […]
U.S. government goes to court to know the rightful owner of this $1.9m 1996 Ferrari F50 sports car first stolen in Italy in 2003. One of the claimers said the Ferrari purchased in 2003 for about $309,500 was stolen nearly a month after delivery. The second person bought the car in Canada in September 2019 […]
The SAIC recreational vehicle from all indication is the ultimate RV that doesn’t. have to be big like others but still comes with features others will be dreaming of. In addition, this RV is easy to drive, cheaper to fuel without compromising quality. Everything in this RV has been carefully made to meet the needs […]
President Mohammadu Buhari has arrived in London, the United Kingdom. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S There, he is to undergo a routine medical check-up. Presidential spokeperson, Bashir Ahmad shared a video of the president disembarking the Presidential Jet on Tuesday night, March 31, as he arrived London. Upon alighting from the aircraft, the President is transported from […]
The Lagos State Government will be closing down some roads in the State. They include: Yaba and Jibowu/Ogunmorin, Ilupeju axis. The closure will be on the 16th and 23rd of November respectively. Jibowu-Yaba This is being done in continuation of the ongoing Nigerian Railway Modernization Project (Lagos-Ibadan section) with extension to Lagos Port, Apapa. These […]
Conceived as a strategic link road within the Ojo Local Government, home to Alaba International Market, the Ariyo- Tedi link road and bridge was over the weekend commissioned by the Lagos State Government. The 1.345km road and 55 metre bridge was executed by Messers Lopek Engineering Construction Limited. This was after the original contractor […]
A new motoring experience is on the way on the Eti-Osa-Lekki-Epe Expressway with the Lagos State Government’s plan to rebuild the major road. The flag-off of the reconstruction and upgrade of the important road is Sunday, November 1, 2020. Speaking during an inspection of the road earlier today, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State […]
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has signalled the commencement of the reconstruction of Eti Osa-Lekki-Epe Expressway. Ibeju Lekki-Epe Expressway Sanwo-Olu was quoted in the statement as saying that the first phase of the road construction, which would be completed in 20 months, would cover 18.75 kilometres, stretching from Eleko to T-Junction in Epe. The […]
One of Nigeria’s foremost airlines, Air Peace, has announced the launch of new domestic routes and the resumption of suspended ones. It said it would open more domestic routes and resume suspended ones as part of its route expansion drive. Air Peace Expands The new routes to be launched in February 2021 are: Enugu-Kano-Enugu, Enugu-Asaba-Enugu, […]
There’s a new name to add to the McLaren spotter’s guide: Artura. That’s the name of the British company’s new hybrid supercar. We’ve had a glimpse of how it looks already, and now we know the name that’ll sit between its high-rise exhaust outlets. Quite what Artura means, we’ve not been told, but in the words of […]
Volvo Cars will assemble electric motors at its powertrain plant in Skövde Sweden. The plan is to establish an in-house e-motor production by the middle of the decade. The company is aiming to invest 700 million Swedish Krona (SEK) to achieve this objective over the coming years. Volvo is committed to becoming a premium electric […]
Senate Committee on Airforce says Nigeria might lose $493m paid to procure fighter jets due to substandard runway. The committee needs N9bn to upgrade the runway to the required standard to avoid losing the money and the aircrafts. The full fleet of A-29 Super Tucano fighter aircrafts are expected to be delivered to the NAF […]
Kaduna State Governor El-Rufai orders removal of trucks, tankers parked on Kaduna-Zaria highway to new parking site within the next 24 hours. Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has directed that all drivers of trucks and tankers parked on the Maraban Jos axis of the Kaduna-Zaria Expressway to vacate the road within the next 24 hours. […]
LAMATA says the Lagos Blue and Red rail lines will be operational by December 2022. The Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has revealed that the Lagos Blue and Red rail lines will be operational by December 2022. This was made known by the General Manager of the agency, Mrs Abimbola Akinajo, during a visit […]
Lagos State Government set to divert traffic in Ikeja from April 11th for 15-months to facilitate Red Rail Line project. The Lagos State Government will from Sunday 11th April, 2021 commence the diversion of traffic on Adegbola Street, Ikeja for 15 months in readiness for the construction of the Ikeja Overpass to facilitate Red Rail […]
US-based Nigerian amazed after coming across what he described as an extension of ‘Ladipo Market’ in America. The popular Ladipo Market in Lagos is considered one of the biggest auto spare parts market in Africa. The popular Ladipo Market in Mushin local Government area of Lagos State is considered one of the biggest auto spare parts market […]
Lamborghini known for its super fast cars says it is done chasing 0-60 mph and top speed records. Italian sports car maker now focusing on handling. Over the years, Lamborghini legendary sport cars, including the Countach and Diablo, as well as modern models like Aventador, have reigned as the fastest production cars on the road. […]
If you are a car enthusiast and want to experience some car events soon, look no further as there are 6 motoring events coming up for the month of December alone. You heard right 6 event which makes the month of December a car month for enthusiasts if you want to put it that way. […]
Ogun State Govt partners with ex-President and founder of Obasanjo Farms, Olusegun Obasanjo, to build Agro-allied airport. The Agro-allied airport is the first of its kind in Nigeria. It will enhance easy importation and exportation of agro-allied commodities within and outside the country. The Ogun State government has partnered with ex-president and founder of Obasanjo […]
The Nigerian Air Force takes delivery of fighter drones from UAE to fight Boko Haram, can fly for 70-hrs undetected while spying. The Nigerian Air Force has taken delivery of Yabhon Flash-20 unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) from the United Arab Emirates (UAE); several years after the order was reportedly made by the government. Adcom Systems’ […]
Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has said that the inauguration of the Lagos-Ibadan rail line has been put on hold. The reason was due to the upsurge of COVID-19 in the country. Amaechi, who disclosed this in Abuja, said that over 60 staff on the project site have been infected by Covid19 while trying to […]
The Bentley Bentayga was refreshed for 2021 and it didn’t stop there as the British brand teased a long-wheelbase version. This model looks promising as it will be more practical than the standard model as rear passengers in mind. On the availability of the LWB is mostly for the Middle East and China but never […]
Lagos State government unveils plans to reform the bus phase of its transportation sector, as “Last Mile” buses sets to replace keke marwa, okada. The “Last Mile buses” will take you into the inner community and into the inner roads. Lagos State government have unveiled its plans to reform the bus phase of its transportation […]
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to fly to the United Kingdom on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 for a “routine medical check-up”. The Presidency announced late on Monday, March 29. The trip will be after a morning meeting with security chiefs at the Presidential Villa. See Also: Sunday Igboho: Bola Tinubu Gave Me ₦2 Million To Fuel […]
The Chairman of Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (PAN) Aliyu Wadada has described as shameful the level of growth of Nigeria’s automobile industry. Wadada spoke on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television. He condemned government policies that he described as impeding the growth of the Nigerian automobile industry. See Also: Speaker Gbajabiamila Unveils PAN Nigeria Limited’s Newest […]
Barely two days after giving out over N60 million as housing loan to some teachers and other workers, Ekiti State Government has again disbursed another N100 million as car loans to 278 civil servants. The Commissioner for Finance and Economic Development, Mr Akintunde Oyebode, made this known on Tuesday evening in Ado Ekiti. Giving a […]
India set to launch supercharged push for global electric vehicle players like Ford, Volkswagen and India’s Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra. India plans to offer fresh incentives to companies making electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a broad auto sector scheme it expects to attract $14 billion of investment over five years, according to industry sources […]
“Facility Too Mad”, D’banj says as he flaunts the customized, bespoke cabin of his Rolls-Royce Wraith worth ₦100m. It comes a year after D’banj gifted himself the ultra-luxury Rolls-Royce Wraith to celebrate his 39th birthday. The Rolls-Royce Wraith joins his impressive luxury collection from brands like Porsche, Ferrari, Range Rover, Aston Martin and Bentley. Oladapo […]
The Honda HR-V will finally be replaced after 7 years on the road as spy photos of the latest model is seen. The HR-V is very successful and although some issues were noticed in the handling but that didn’t deter the sales. Spotted in Europe, the redesigned HR-V is heavily camouflaged but features an all-new […]
