Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has recently announced a shift in its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, opting to emphasize plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) instead. According to Automotive News, the British automaker is actively responding to the growing…
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OGB Recent, the Comedian, Spends Millions on Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon
Nigerian comedian and content creator OGB Recent has recently made headlines by splurging millions on a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon SUV, specifically opting for the AMG G63 version. This luxurious vehicle seamlessly blends the high performance of…
Lagos Embarks on Red Line Rail Test Runs as Proforce Collaborates with Kia and NCS Grants Import Waivers
Lagos Conducts Test-Runs on Red Line Rail as Proforce Partners with Kia, NCS Grants Import Waivers The Lagos State Government, under the auspices of the Lagos State Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA), has initiated a…
Lagos State Government’s Stern Warning: Driving Without Number Plates or Covered Plates May Lead to Vehicle Impoundment
The Lagos State Government (LASG) has issued a resolute warning to motorists found driving vehicles lacking proper number plates or those with obscured ones, underlining the seriousness of such actions in violating traffic laws and…
Lagos Conducts Test Runs on Red Line Rail Prior to Official Launch
LAMATA initiates the commencement of a series of test runs along the 37-km Red Line Rail in preparation for its operational launch in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024. During these test runs, one of…
2024 Budget of NCS: Customs to Offer Waivers for Vehicle Importers to Fulfill Duty Payments Within a Designated Period
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, presented the Service’s 2024 budget to the Nigeria Senate Committee on Customs at the National Assembly on Monday, February 5th, 2024. During the presentation,…
Senna: All You Need to Know About the Upcoming Netflix Series on the F1 Legend
Netflix has unveiled a sneak peek behind the scenes of its forthcoming drama, Senna, set to hit screens in the near future. Senna is poised to be a biographical sports drama chronicling the life of…
Brivio appointed as the incoming director of Trackhouse MotoGP team
Despite numerous reports suggesting a potential move to Honda, it is now confirmed that Davide Brivio has committed to the newly formed Trackhouse team for the upcoming season. This decision comes after Trackhouse acquired the…
Caio Collet, Nissan Formula E Reserve, Partners with HMD for 2024 Indy NXT Season
Collet is set to steer the No. 18 entry for the reigning two-time champions as they gear up with a formidable lineup of 10 drivers for the forthcoming season, kicking off on March 10 at…
Sanwo-Olu Procures More Trains, Cargo Clearance Exchange Rate Hits N1,356/$, Red Line Set for Commissioning: Highlights of the Past Week
On Monday, January 29th, 2024, the CMA CGM SCANDOLA, a container ship powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), arrived at the Lekki Deep Sea Port in Lagos, Nigeria. This marked a significant moment as it…
Kidnapping: Police to Intensify Crackdown on Vehicles with Tinted Glasses, Possible Exemption for VIPs
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced its intention to crack down on vehicles equipped with unauthorized tinted glasses, citing their connection to the surge in kidnappings and crimes across the country. According to Force…
Governor Sanwo-Olu in China: President Tinubu Set to Commission 37-km Lagos Red Line Rail Project in a Few Weeks
Governor Sanwo-Olu: Lagos Red Line Rail Project Set for Commissioning by President Tinubu in a Few Weeks The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has assured the public that the 37-kilometre Red Line system…
Approximately 17,000 Vehicles Stolen in York Region and Toronto in the Past Year, Primarily Sent to Africa and the Middle East
Last year, in York Region, Canada, organized crime groups stole 5,000 vehicles, a significant increase from the 3,187 reported in 2022. Since September, the authorities have successfully recovered 80 vehicles valued at over $5 million…
Abia’s Governor Otti Takes a Spin with Innoson CEO After Receiving His IVM G80
Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti recently enjoyed a ride in his Innoson IVM G80 luxury SUV moments after taking delivery from Chief Innocent Chukwuma, Chairman of Innoson Group. The IVM G80, priced at over…
Brabus Reveals Two New Luxury Superboats – The Brand’s Quickest and Largest
Brabus Marine, an innovative collaboration between the renowned German tuning company Brabus and the award-winning Finnish boat builder Axopar Boats, has introduced two new highly exclusive and exhilarating powerboats. Expanding the Brabus Marine lineup, the…
Penske Aims for Le Mans Following Porsche’s Victory at Daytona 24 Hours
Penske’s No. 7 963, piloted by Dane Cameron, Matt Campbell, Josef Newgarden, and Felipe Nasr, secured a close victory over Cadillac, marking Porsche’s 19th overall triumph at Daytona. Team Penske boasts two previous sportscar victories…
McLaren: Norris Recognized as World Championship Material, Stands Aligned with F1 Greats
Last week, Norris confirmed his commitment to McLaren by signing a new contract that extends beyond the 2026 season. Discussing his decision to remain with the team, the British driver expressed his belief that McLaren…
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Designated Grand Marshal for Daytona 500
During the NFC Championship game between the Detroit Lions and the San Francisco 49ers, the FOX Sports broadcast team shared notable news from the world of NASCAR concerning the grand marshal for the upcoming season-opening…
Motorist Emerges Unharmed from Electric Car Blaze During Charging Station Incident
A 53-year-old woman narrowly escaped injury after her BYD Electric Vehicle (EV) caught fire while charging at a station in Hong Kong on Thursday night. The incident, believed to be triggered by a short circuit…
Lagos State Government Concludes 25% Fare Reduction for BRT and Blue Line Train on Monday, January 29th
From Monday, January 29th, 2024, the transportation fare for regulated public transport in Lagos State will revert to its original 100% rate. The 25% rebate, which was applicable to regulated public transport buses, ferries, and…
Kim Kardashian’s Damaged Range Rover Available for Purchase at N100k – Almost Equivalent to the Cost of a Brand-New Model
The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SE, originally gifted to reality star Kim Kardashian by her manager and mother, Kris Jenner, on her 42nd birthday in October 2022, is now available for sale at a…
Lagos Police Uncover Plainclothes Officers Requesting Tinted Glass Permit from Motorist
The Lagos State Police Command of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) has successfully identified the plainclothes officers featured in a viral video requesting a tinted glass permit from a motorist. The incident, which occurred in…
Taskforce Confiscates 355 Okadas, Nigerian Police Force Details Stolen Car Reporting, Lagos State Government Terminates 25% Transport Fare Discount, Weekly News Recap
The Nigerian Police Force has provided guidance on how motorists can report their stolen vehicles through the digitalized Central Motor Registry (CMR) portal. Motorists are advised to log in to their profiles on the CMRIS…
Supercross Results for Anaheim 2 in 2024
The 2024 Monster Energy Supercross season’s fourth round introduced the first triple crown format of the year, resulting in an electrifying night filled with diverse outcomes. Notably, six different riders claimed victories, and among them,…
Initiation of 4th Mainland Bridge Construction: Commencement in Q1 2024, Here are 10 Key Facts
Construction on the Fourth Mainland Bridge (4MB) is set to commence in the first quarter of 2024, with the Lagos State Government announcing the initiation of the 37-kilometre project by the end of March or…
