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TSS targets lower logistics costs with new Forland T5 mini truck

TSS targets lower logistics costs with new Forland T5 mini truck

By Theodore Opara Transit Support Services Ltd, TSS Motors, one of Nigeria’s reputable commercial vehicle assemblers and marketers, has rolled out Forland T5 –  a new mini truck range designed to bring tremendous relief to the last-mile delivery segment of the country’s distribution industry.  Although it is usually the shortest stage of the delivery chain, […]

Carloha Nigeria launches CarlohaCare 6-6-7 rescue initiative

Carloha Nigeria launches CarlohaCare 6-6-7 rescue initiative

*Introduces roadside assistance to non-Chery owners By Theodore Opara Carloha Nigeria, authorised distributor of Chery vehicles in Nigeria, has announced the launch of the CarlohaCare 6-6-7 Rescue Initiative, a comprehensive emergency roadside assistance programme designed to provide prompt and professional support to motorists experiencing vehicle breakdowns on highways and major roads across the country, free […]

NAMA Alerts FG: Pair 2026 auto tariff reforms with industrial safeguards to protect local investment

NAMA Alerts FG: Pair 2026 auto tariff reforms with industrial safeguards to protect local investment

By Theodore Opara The Nigerian Automotive Manufacturers Association, NAMA has called on the Federal Government to pair its 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures with a comprehensive industrial support framework, cautioning that the country’s automotive manufacturing sector could face avoidable setbacks if tariff liberalisation runs ahead of the safeguards local assembly depends on. In a position paper […]

Winpart by CFAO, CFAO Solidarity assist Bethesda Child Support Foundation as part of community impact initiative

Winpart by CFAO, CFAO Solidarity assist Bethesda Child Support Foundation as part of community impact initiative

By Theodore Opara Winpart by CFAO, in partnership with CFAO Solidarity, has provided financial support to the Bethesda Child Support Foundation as part of a broader initiative aimed at strengthening community development and social impact across the regions where CFAO operates. The contribution will support the Foundation’s efforts to provide care, protection, education, and development […]

‘These crashes broke my heart,’ FRSC boss laments 32 deaths, warns against reckless driving

‘These crashes broke my heart,’ FRSC boss laments 32 deaths, warns against reckless driving

By Theodore Opara The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has described as “heartbreaking” the three fatal road crashes that claimed 32 lives across Kogi, Ogun and Kwara states within 48 hours, saying the tragedies were entirely preventable and resulted largely from avoidable traffic violations. Mohammed expressed deep sorrow over […]

Motul, Winpart by CFAO, Energy Switch partner to expand access to premium lubricants in Nigeria

Motul, Winpart by CFAO, Energy Switch partner to expand access to premium lubricants in Nigeria

By Theodore Opara Motul, the globally recognized leader in high-performance lubricants, has partnered with Winpart by CFAO, the aftermarket division of CFAO Mobility Nigeria, and Energyswitch, a leading fuel retail network, to enhance the availability of premium automotive lubricants by successfully branding eight Energyswitch fuel stations in Ibadan, Oyo State. The collaboration marks a significant […]

Abuja, Port-Harcourt others to get electric vehicles service stations – Tim Motors CEO

Abuja, Port-Harcourt others to get electric vehicles service stations – Tim Motors CEO

By Theodore Opara Tim Motors Nigeria has unveiled plans to establish stations in several cities across the country to provide after sales support for electric vehicles. This follows its recent introduction of Geely Galaxy new energy vehicles into Nigeria, under a sole distributorship arraignment with Geely Auto, one of China’s major force in the country’s […]

Hybrid Motors, DriveMe Mobility roll out 1,000 EVs for Nigeria’s ride-hailing market

Hybrid Motors, DriveMe Mobility roll out 1,000 EVs for Nigeria’s ride-hailing market

*Deal worth N25 billion By Theodore opara Nigeria’s transition to clean transportation received a major boost on Wednesday as Hybrid Motors Nigeria and DriveMe Mobility unveiled a ₦25 billion partnership to deploy 1,000 brand-new electric vehicles into the country’s ride-hailing sector, with a bold promise to transform commercial drivers from perpetual renters into vehicle owners. […]

FRSC, NADDC, SON lead high-level talks on safe EV, CNG rollout at NAJA auto summit

FRSC, NADDC, SON lead high-level talks on safe EV, CNG rollout at NAJA auto summit

By Theodore Opara Nigeria’s push towards cleaner transportation will receive a major boost on July 30, 2026 as the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, the Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Joseph Osanipin, the Director-General of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso […]

Akanbi bows out as Nigerian Tyre Marketers celebrate his achievements

Akanbi bows out as Nigerian Tyre Marketers celebrate his achievements

By Theodore Opara After twenty years of meritorious service as President of the Association of Nigeria Tyre Marketers, and pioneer Chief Executive officer of Africa Tyre Village, Alhaji Issa Mohammed Akanbi on Thursday, bowed out of office in a glamorous ceremony attended by many stakeholders from the market sector, Trade Fair Complex Community, and within […]

Oyeyemi, Nneji push logistics reforms to unlock Nigeria’s economic potential

Oyeyemi, Nneji push logistics reforms to unlock Nigeria’s economic potential

By Theodore Opara Nigeria’s quest for sustainable economic growth will remain constrained unless urgent reforms are implemented across the logistics and transportation value chain, industry leaders warned on Thursday, citing poor infrastructure, policy inconsistency and rising operating costs as major obstacles to business competitiveness. The call came from President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics […]

Winpart by CFAO bags Auto Aftersales Company of the Year Award; GM honoured for excellence

Winpart by CFAO bags Auto Aftersales Company of the Year Award; GM honoured for excellence

By Theodore Opara Winpart by CFAO has been honoured with the prestigious Auto Aftersales Company of the Year Award at the 12th Nigeria Transport Lecture and Awards, a recognition that underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction in Nigeria’s automotive aftersales industry. The event, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel, brought […]

Geely Galaxy EV models finally settle in Nigeria, partners TIM Motors

Geely Galaxy EV models finally settle in Nigeria, partners TIM Motors

By Theodore Opara Geely Galaxy, the premium new-energy vehicle brand under Geely Auto Group, has made an official entry into the Nigerian market through a strategic partnership with TIM Motors. Geely, is one of China’s leading automotive manufacturers and a major force in the country’s transition to new-energy mobility. It is also the parent company […]