Ford Will Build Ranger Pickups in Nigeria
Ford announced today in Johannesburg, South Africa, that its new assembly facility in Ikeja—in the Lagos State just outside of the Nigerian capital city of Abuja—will be responsible for production of its new Ranger pickup truck. It was revealed that production will begin sometime in the fourth quarter of 2015, and that Ford is partnering […]
Hyundai Motors Donates School Supplies to Thousands of Nigerian Students
Here in the United States, even disadvantaged schools have some access to basic educational supplies that can be provided to students whose families aren’t financially capable. But in other parts of the world, that same accessibility isn’t as easy to come by. Millions of children are in dire need of assistance to receive any education […]
World Cup of Cars: Nigeria vs. Argentina
In today’s final round of Group F matches, we’ll see Nigeria take on Argentina. The two teams are the top ranked in their group—Argentina has six points, while Nigeria has four. It’s likely that these two teams will move onto the next round, so it should be an exciting match. The only thing standing in […]
World Cup of Cars: Nigeria vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina
This evening’s World Cup Matchup pits Nigeria against Bosnia and Herzegovina at Arena Pantanal, Cuiabá. This is the first time that Nigeria and Bosnia-Herzegovina have ever played one another, and the fact that Nigeria has not won a single World Cup game since 1998 would suggest that this will be a fortuitous outing for their […]
World Cup of Cars: Iran vs. Nigeria
Today, Iran and Nigeria go head-to-head on the field, but the real question is, who comes out on top when we pit the cars of Iran and Nigeria against one another. For the World Cup of Cars: Iran vs. Nigeria match, we’re taking one of the most popular models from each country and letting them […]
Nissan Sets Eyes on Nigeria for Automotive Growth
The production of a Nissan Patrol at the Lagos, Nigeria assembly plant made Nissan the first major manufacturer to build a car in Nigeria following the new Nigeria Automotive Policy. This paves the way for Nissan in Nigeria to grow alongside the African country. The new policy was aimed at stimulating development of the auto […]
Lexus Presents Freedom to Move at Design Miami
Recently, we covered the collaboration between Lexus and designers Tosin Oshinowo and Chrissa Amuah — and now, we’re following up to see what they created. Their works were showcased at Design Miami, in an exhibit called Freedom to Move. Here’s a look at what was on display. Express Your Taste in Design: Cool accessories for […]
Lexus Teams Up with Designers Tosin Oshinowo and Chrissa Amuah
From the annual Lexus Design Awards to the brand’s emphasis on Takumi craftsmanship, Lexus is an automaker that plays up its dedication to aesthetics. Now, the automaker is teaming up with internationally renowned architect Tosin Oshinowo and textile creator Chrissa Amuah. Together, they’ll cook up what Lexus describes as a “conceptual design experiment” that’ll debut […]
Fill ‘Er Up: Where Does Gasoline Come From?
This article is sponsored by FossilFuel.com. Pulling up to the pump and filling up the tank has become just as routine as brushing your teeth. Most of us give it little thought, especially when we’re in a rush to get to work. But what about those of us who’ve taken the time to stop and wonder, […]
6 International Christmas Songs for Your Driving Playlist
From contemporary tunes to Indie songs, the holiday season definitely has a diverse array of music to enjoy on commutes and road trips. But if you’re in the mood for something a bit different, here are some ethnic Christmas songs worth adding to your seasonal playlist. Customized Rides: Discover which Chevy would suit your lifestyle […]
Ford Launches SHE-MOVES Mobility Program
Ford and Ford Fund have launched a new program aimed at providing mobility solutions for women and children in South Africa and Nigeria. Strengthen Her: Mobilizing Ventures for Social Innovation, or SHE-MOVES, aims to provide “Whole-Person Leadership” development by following the five United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: Good Health and Wellbeing, Quality Education, Gender Equality, […]
Three from Ford Honored as 2019 Autocar Great British Women in the Car Industry
A trio of women from Ford have earned their place among the crème de la crème of the auto biz in the 2019 Autocar Great British Women in the Car Industry — Rising Stars awards. Kalpita Sidapra, the senior environmental homologation engineer at the Dunton Technical Center, and manufacturing process engineer Buki Okoro won in […]
Motor Oil 101: What Do the Numbers Mean?
I fancy myself to be mildly handy around a car—I know when and how to change my brake pads, I know when it is time for new tires, and I can even change my own oil without destroying the engine. However, there is one thing that I never really truly understood, other than that they […]
Nissan Opens Argentina Offices With Traditional Ceremony
Today, Nissan Argentina opened its new administration offices to the press and dignitaries in the country’s Cordoba Province. This facility will eventually expand to handle the manufacture of the Nissan Frontier, the Renault Alaskan, and an unnamed Daimler product. While the office is a great step in the right direction, we were most interested in […]
Ford Launches SYNC 3 with Navigation in South Africa
Ford this month is launching its SYNC 3 infotainment system in South Africa as a part of its upgrades to both the Ranger mid-size pickup and Everest SUV. SYNC 3 will later be rolled out for the Ford Focus, and it is expected that it will be introduced to four additional vehicles by mid-2018. For […]
Ford Announces Better World Project, Releases 2015-16 Sustainability Report
Today marks the release of the 17th annual Ford Sustainability Report, which itself marks the launch of a new pilot program that will seek to use that automaker’s available mobility resources to provide necessary goods and services in rural South Africa and Nigeria. The Ford Better World Project will unite the automaker with organizations and […]
Rumor: Ford Will Bring Back Ranger for 2019 Model Year, Maybe With a Diesel Engine
With the midsize pickup segment once again flourishing, customers in the United States have been clamoring for the return of the Ford Ranger. Where the company line for the past few years has been that the F-150 is the automaker’s focal point for passenger truck sales, even as trucks like the Canyon and Colorado have […]
Ford to Launch 30 New Models in Middle East & Africa by 2020
On the eve of the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show, Ford announced that it intends to introduce as many as 30 new vehicles in its Middle Eastern and African markets by 2020 in an effort to increase global profits. Moreover, plans call for eight new vehicles being introduced in the Middle East and Africa by […]