Nissan X-TRAIL Celebrates 25 Years of Defying Ordinary

When it was first launched 25 years ago, the Nissan X-TRAIL launched a brand-new category of motoring and set the benchmark for all the followed. The name said it all, fusing the concept of extreme sports and the outdoors and the first generation (T30: 2000 – 2007) deliberately set out to prove that a 4WD…

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Why Compact SUVs Are Winning in Nigeria — And Why Suzuki Deserves a Look

In Nigeria’s ever-evolving automotive landscape, one trend is clear: compact Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) are taking over. As road conditions and the growing complexity of city life challenge the dominance of sedans, more drivers are turning to smaller, more versatile SUVs that offer both comfort and resilience. The compact SUV segment has become a battleground…

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Crash Test: MG 3 Receives Four Stars, but Suffers Rare and Serious Seat Failure

For decades, MG’s catchy slogan was ‘Safety Fast’ as the British marque traded on sporty cars that took good care of drivers. However, during Euro NCAP testing, the latest MG 3 from the now-Chinese-owned company suffered a critical safety failure. During the frontal offset crash test, Euro NCAP’s engineers found that the driver’s seat latching mechanism failed….

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Special Report: 55 Years. One Legend. One Hilux

Since making its debut in 1969, the Toyota Hilux has grown into more than just a trusted vehicle.  A name synonymous with reliability and strength, Hilux has become part of the motoring heritage in Sub-Sahara Africa. From farms and construction sites to urban streets and long family road trips, Hilux has been the dependable companion…

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