THE CAR NAIRA BLOG

The Tavet Garent, an EV focused brand from Nord Automobiles, is a bold statement in Africa’s EV landscape. Tavet positions the Garent as “Premium electric sophistication”, blending luxury with cutting-edge EV technology and sleek, futuristic styling, with a focus on minimal drag and modern aesthetics.  It is designed to combine luxury, performance, and sustainability in a package that rivals global leaders while being tailored for African conditions, adapting electric mobility solutions to the continent’s unique needs (infrastructure, climate, and logistics).  Chassis 4-door saloon with 5 seats Dimensions: 4,880mm x 1,895mm x 1,460mm  Wheelbase: 2,915mm  Suspension: Mcpherson (Front), Multi-link (rear) Powertrain  The Garent is offered as a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)/Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV). EREVs carry a small internal combustion engine (ICE) which do not power the wheels but only serve to charge the batteries, sort of like a mobile generator...

Nord Automobiles Limited has officially entered the electric vehicle (EV) market with the unveiling of Tavet Motion, its new subsidiary dedicated to clean mobility. The launch event, held at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos in November 2025, brought together government officials, investors, and industry leaders; signaling a major milestone for Nigeria’s automotive sector.  With rising fuel costs, import challenges, and the global shift toward renewable energy, Tavet Motion aims to provide locally built EVs designed for African roads. The company introduced three models:  (i)      Luto – a compact EV for city commuters, offering about 200 km per charge.  (ii)     Garent – a luxury sedan with advanced safety features and a bold design, boasting a claimed range of up to 1,200 km.  (iii)    Vant – a logistics-focused EV capable of carrying over a ton of cargo, with a 305 km range.  Prices start at ₦16 million for and go up to ₦32 millio...