… The Duravis R660 Eco tyres are typically fitted to Ford and some Volkswagen vehicles sold in South Africa. …
Bridgestone tyres recalled over risk of failureNamibia Minute.
Monday, 11 May 2026
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Also known as: Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa
Motor vehicle manufacturer selling Territory SUV and limited-edition Ranger models in Namibia as of 2026.
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- May 2026
- April 2026
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has confirmed that a facelifted Ford Territory will go on sale in the coming weeks. …
New Ford Territory confirmed for southern Africa- March 2026
… The strength here is likely a reflection of the cumulative monetary easing that took place over the course of 2025, which gradually filtered through into lower borrowing costs and improved affordability for households. …
Mining, agriculture drive new vehicle sales in February… By embracing these innovative manufacturers alongside traditional staples like Ford and Nissan, the company aims to meet the technological and durability requirements of local drivers. …
Nedbank, Novel Motors partnerto better serve consumers… Questions remain about the efficiency and reliability of the new Red Bull engine which is the first that the team has developed and built itself, with some input from Ford. …
New rules, same old suspects as F1 revs up for 2026 season- February 2026
… The returning Arundell put England on the scoreboard with a try following a cleverly delayed pass from Ford, whose conversion and 26th-minute penalty reduced Scotland’s lead to seven points. …
Jones strikes twice as Scotland end England's unbeaten run in styleFord Motor Company of Southern Africa has unleashed a new limited-edition Ranger XLT in an exclusive new exterior colour called Chill Grey. …
Limited-edition Ford Ranger production capped at 250 units- January 2026
… Ford followed with an 11.6% market share, while Volkswagen lagged behind at 4.7%. …
December new vehicle sales firm despite slight dip- September 2025
… Thousands of job losses and possible retrenchments were announced this week at Ford (probably caused by US tariffs and loss of Agoa benefits), Glencore-Merafe (cheap imports, high electricity prices), Arcelor-Mittal SA (cheap steel imports, high electricity prices, did not get su …
Eight in 10 South Africans think country’s heading in wrong direction, new survey shows- February 2025
… Getting into a competitive market with Ford, Toyota and Nissan is no walk in the park.Ineos is, however, learning and it takes time, says Gilles Masier, Ineos Africa regional manager. …
The rise of the Ineos Grenadier in Africa’s 4×4 market
Business
NCC recalls Bridgestone Duravis tyres over accident risk
The News
The National Consumer Commission has issued a product safety recall for certain Bridgestone Duravis R660 Eco tyres fitted to Ford and Volkswagen vehicles sold in South Africa. The tyres are susceptible to cuts and moisture intrusion that can lead to tread delamination and increase the risk of accidents, particularly in rugged and wet conditions.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 9 May
NCC recalls Bridgestone Duravis tyres over accident risk
The National Consumer Commission has issued a product safety recall for certain Bridgestone Duravis R660 Eco tyres fitted to Ford and Volkswagen vehicles sold in South Africa. The tyres are susceptible to cuts and moisture intrusion that can lead to tread delamination and increase the risk of accidents, particularly in rugged and wet conditions.
9 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 9 April
Ford Territory SUV facelifted model arrives in Namibia
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has confirmed that the facelifted Ford Territory will go on sale in Namibia in the coming weeks, featuring enhanced design, smart technology, and app connectivity. The new model is powered by a 1.8-litre turbocharged EcoBoost petrol engine with 138kW and 318Nm, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
9 April 2026 · New Era →
Saturday 21 March
Namibia vehicle sales hit nine-year February high at 1,165 units
New vehicle sales in February reached 1,165 units, a 4.1% year-on-year increase, driven by robust demand in mining, agriculture, and energy sectors. Analysts expect continued strength from construction activity at new uranium, gold, copper mines and offshore oil and gas exploration.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 11 March
Nedbank and Novel Motors launch partnership to serve consumers
Nedbank Namibia and Novel Motors have formed a business partnership combining financial solutions with automotive innovation, with Nedbank serving as co-host for an event introducing Novel's new product portfolio including Chinese brands Jetour, Omoda, Jaecoo and Foton. The partnership aims to address Namibian consumer preferences for rugged 4×4 utility vehicles and reliable after-sales support in a market of around 1,130 units per month.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 3 March
Formula One 2026 season begins with major rule changes
Formula One's 2026 season starts in Melbourne on March 8 with sweeping changes to chassis and power units designed to increase overtaking and improve eco-sustainability, though McLaren, Mercedes, Red Bull and Ferrari remain expected to compete for the championship. Key storylines include questions about whether Mercedes exploited a loophole for performance advantage, the rivalry between George Russell and Max Verstappen potentially reigniting if Mercedes proves competitive, and Lewis Hamilton's determination to chase an eighth world championship after a difficult 2025.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 15 February
Scotland defeats England 31-20 to end 12-match unbeaten run
Scotland revived their Six Nations campaign with a commanding 31-20 victory over England at Murrayfield, ending England's 12-match unbeaten run. Huw Jones scored two tries as Scotland built a 24-10 halftime lead, with England reduced to 14 men following Henry Arundell's red card.
15 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 5 February
Ford launches limited-edition Ranger with new Chill Grey colour
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has introduced a limited-edition Ranger XLT in an exclusive new exterior colour called Chill Grey, with production capped at 250 units. The model features upgraded interior elements including leather seating, wireless charging, and a suite of safety technologies, alongside exterior enhancements such as a sports bar and 17-inch alloy wheels.
5 February 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 29 January
New vehicle sales reach highest level since 2018
Namibia sold 14,502 new vehicles in 2025, a 13% increase from 2024, driven by lower interest rates and stronger demand across passenger and commercial segments. December sales totalled 1,138 units, down 8.5% from November but up 3.5% year-on-year, with Toyota maintaining market dominance across all vehicle categories.
29 January 2026 · The Namibian →