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The Nord Tank is an American-styled midsize pickup truck, assembled and marketed by Nord Automobiles in Nigeria. Designed for both off-road performance and sedan-like comfort, it is a versatile choice for various driving conditions. Origin Initially designed by SG Automotive under the Huanghai Auto brand as the Huanghai N3, the truck was launched in China at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show. In 2023, Nord rebranded it as the Tank for the Nigerian market, positioning it as a full-size pickup truck. Design and Build The Nord Tank features a rugged design tailored for tough terrains and bad roads. It has a high ground clearance and offers an all-wheel-drive system, making it ideal for off-road driving. Despite its ruggedness, the exterior maintains a stylish appearance. Specifications Body Construction : Body on frame Seating Capacity : 5 Body Style : Double cab, short bed Layout : Front engine, Front Wheel Drive (FWD), Four wheel drive (4WD) Suspension: Macpherson (front), Leaf springs (rear...

The 2024 Innosson Granite is a full-sized pickup designed to transverse rough terrains while isolating and cocooning its passengers in luxury.  The full-sized pickup segment is largely controlled by used imports like the Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan. With the introduction of the Grannite, Innoson aims to capture market share by offering a new vehicle manufactured in Nigeria. Body :  Body on frame Seating Capacity: 5   Body Style :  Double cab, short bed Layout:  Front engine, four-wheel drive (4WD)  Suspension:  Macpherson (front), leaf springs (rear) Brakes: Disc (front and rear), ABS + EBD assisted. Wheels:  Steel, aluminum alloy Dimensions Length - 5341 mm Width - 1885mm Height - 1845 mm Wheelbase: 3230 mm Weight: -- Ground clearance: 210 mm Interior Upholstery: Leatherette Ergonomics: Power front seats, telescopic steering wheel Engine:  2.4L Petrol  Power: 134 hp Torque: 340 @ 3800 rpm (doubtful) Transmission: 6-speed manual 0-10...

The Nord Flit is the company's offering to transport companies operating in Nigeria's road-dependent economy.  Nord says it's a strong, reliable, and safe offering class with comparable safety features. It is a cheaper alternative to the popular Toyota Hiace, whose groundbreaking design the Nord Flit borrows heavily from. EFEX Executive, a transport company based in Edo State, already has a couple in its fleet. And they report satisfactory performance. It remains to be seen how well they perform in Nigeria's tough terrains over the next year. Body Style Three variants: Van (for goods and haulage), Bus, and Bus Premium (for passengers). Seating Capacity 15 (bus configuration) Layout:  Front engine, rear-wheel drive *engine is underneath front seats, located on front axle Suspension:  Macpherson (front), leaf springs (rear) Brakes Disc (front and rear), ABS assisted. Wheelbase Three options: 2570 mm, 3110 mm, and 3720 mm Interior Upholstery: Wear-resistant fabric Ergonomi...

Nigeria’s first and only purpose-built motorsport racing facility is located along the Benin-Asaba express road in a peaceful town called Evbuobanosa, about 20 minutes’ drive from Benin City in Edo State. MotorSport Raceway (MRE), Evbuobanosa (MRE) is a privately owned and maintained initiative aimed at creating a home for motorsports enthusiasts to develop their skills, have fun, and maybe make money while at it. It is presently the Nigerian "Mecca" for motorsports. The racetrack itself is about 2.3 km long, with a total of 11 bends. Her bends are friendly for both cars and bikes but can still offer a surprise or two to the uninitiated or careless.  Since its launch, Motorsport Raceway, Evbuobanosa (MRE) has played host to popular racing events and competitions such as the Road X showcase race, Bikers Trophy (BT), E30 Racetrack Challenge, 9ja Bike Racing Championship, and Motorsport Music Festival. On 27th October 2024, she held an open race day for lovers of all good things...