Category: Motoring

AutoFast, a multi-brand quick service franchise of the CFAO group, in partnership with TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc, has announced the opening of four additional service stations in Lagos.

The firm said it’s in line with promise to make quality and quick auto service more accessible to Nigerians.

The service stations are at Lekki 2, Igbobi, Alapere 2, and Sura and are part of the first batch of development within the TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc network, across the state.

Other branches include TotalEnergies service station, Wuse 2, Zone Six, Abuja and AutoFast stand-alone, Akin Adesola, Victoria Island, Lagos.

AutoFast sites carry-out routine vehicle maintenance such as quick oil change with Total QUARTZ Lubricants range, wheel balancing and alignment, A/C maintenance as well as sales and replacement of oil filters, air filters, cabin air filters, spark plugs, wiper blades, brake pads, batteries and tyres.

“We are excited that we have successfully opened additional four service centres in line with our expansion drive and quest to be closer to our customers’ needs. There are no doubt that customers’ tastes and preferences are increasingly changing and what the AutoFast brand brings to bear are quality and affordability. Customers are sure to get the best of service at the best price, and we look forward to expanding and having a network capable to cover Lagos properly,” General Manager, CFAO (Winpart /Autofast) Nigeria Limited Mohamed Taleb said, adding “We pride ourselves in the fact that our servicing parts are directly sourced from the Independent Aftermarket Manufacturers across Europe and customers are guaranteed that parts used at our service centres are original.”

According to him, AutoFast technicians are well-trained and boast of extensive experience in diagnosing and servicing the different makes and models of both old and recent vehicles.

“Our service centres have modern equipment. For instance, its AC recovery machine provides an eco-friendly mode of recycling and topping up refrigerant as well as compressor oil. It is also equipped with a manifold gauge that detects if your AC is faulty. For every visit to the AutoFast Service centre, your vehicle is made to undergo a 35-point control check to ascertain the general condition of your vehicle and to further advise you,” he said.

“AutoFast offers three maintenance packages: Standard, Performance, and Premium Packages and you can service your vehicle starting from N13,000. We also offer vehicle maintenance services for corporate organisations tailored to fleet size and brand,” Taleb added.

The Hyundai Creta has raised the bar of high-performance compact sport utility vehicle in Nigeria with a new set of features packed in the car, especially new voice recognition and greetings.

Hyundai Nigeria boasted that Creta is a car most suitable for  the nation’s roads, both city and highway drives, including the hustle and bustle of the city.

According to Stallion Motors Media and Marketing Sonu Singh, Hyundai Creta will be love at first sight for you

Singh said: “If you value style and class, you love to stand out from the pack, then the new. Poised with great confidence, crafted in strength, power and unmatched performance, this car will make you enjoy driving. It is the most powerful SUV in the Nigerian market. The car won the global CarandBike 2021 Award as the Compact SUV of the year.”

It specifically highlights the new voice greetings when the car owner starts the car, which is said to depend on the time of the day. The voice greetings work as reminder for the occupants to wear their seat belts, it adds.

Hyundai’s latest voice recognition platform is said to have taken technology to a whole new level, making its driving more interactive, convenient and safe.

The auto firm also says the car has been developed from the ground up with new striking features and design language, new chassis, interiors such as the ventilated seats, power-adjustable driver seat, panoramic sunroof, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen.

The Creta SUV comes with a new range-topping SX and SX (0) infotainment systems that support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, new voice command such as power windows, point-of-interest search, new smart key with remote engine start.

The performance is described as awesome and considered the best SUV for a long-distance drive.

“A phenomenal performance with low-fuel consumption and very low cost of maintenance, it is the best in five-seater segment driving experience for both city and highway trips. At 80-100 km/hr, there is no engine sound while driving. It is your best buy for a family ride,” Singh added.

The Creta is also said to be not just powerful but responsive with highly evolved powertrains that will make driving a pure joy.

Its petrol engines feature weight-saving all-aluminium construction for better fuel economy and they come with Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) plus Dual Variable Valve Timing for improved performance.

The Gearbox options have been expanded to include a seven-speed Dual Clutch Transmission delivering lightning-fast shifting and the all-new Intelligent Variable Transmission.

“The all-new Hyundai CRETA is all of these and much more. Whether you’re single, married with kids, or empty nesters, the highly versatile Creta is designed to be a perfect fit. It’s the efficiency multiplier that helps you do more each day and to get it all done in style. Masculine and modern with a difference: That’s the Creta style. Creta’s jewel-like headlamps, its outsized grille, and other bold details dare to be different and push the boundaries of design.

“From every angle, Creta radiates supreme confidence and driving excitement, a feeling that intensifies when you push the start button. It is a car more suitable for Nigerian roads, the hustles and bustles of the proud Nigerian life. You will be happy to have one!” Singh added.

The original Lamborghini Countach is back 50 years after changing the course of automotive history.

The Raging Bull’s in-house restoration team, Polo Storico, has just unveiled an inch-perfect recreation of the LP 500 prototype that debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1971. And to make sure it got everything just right, the division spent over 25,000 hours faithfully recreating every single aspect of the car from the ground up.

It’s difficult to overstate the Countach’s impact on the supercar world. With a wide stance and its signature angular wedge profile, Lamborghini’s “idea car” broke new ground in supercar design. To be sure, the design elements were controversial at the time, but they were then adopted by countless automakers in the decades since, and the Countach would go on to become one of the most iconic cars of the ‘70s and ’80s.

Lamborghini’s Geneva show car may be one of the most important vehicles of the last-half century but it wasn’t long for this world. In fact, it was scarified for crash-testing purposes in 1974, according to the Italian marque. But the car was given a second chance at life in 2017, when an unnamed classic car aficionado contacted the brand about building another one. He wasn’t interested in a restomod that looked like the original, he wanted an exact replica both inside and out.

So, the Polo Storico team set out to build just that. They pored over original build documents, closely analysed all the contemporaneous photos they could and utilised computer scanning technology to ensure they captured every detail. Original parts were used whenever possible and when none could be found, they were fabricated from scratch.

No corners were cut: Everything from its unique chassis to the drivetrain and the car’s Pirelli Cinturato CN12 tires come from the original LP 500 prototype. Its sheet metal body is even coated in the same yellow hue, Giallo Fly Speciale.

The rebuilt Countach LP 500 will make its public debut at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Cernobbio, Italy this weekend. No pricetag has been placed on the rebuild, but it is expect to be far north of the $2.64 million that the recently announced Aventador-based Countach LPI 800-4 hybrid goes for. But a brand-new Countach might just be worth it.

 

 

Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) has announced pricing for the much-anticipated 2022 Forester, featuring a bold new design and Subaru Wilderness model.

Retained for the 2022 model year is the powerful and efficient 2.5 L Direct Injection SUBARU BOXER engine delivering 182 horsepower and 176 lb-ft of torque mated exclusively to a Lineartronic CVT.

Re-tuned suspension improves ride quality and handling to accompany the redesigned front and rear bumpers, grille and headlights. The result is a striking new look and dynamic drive.

The 2022 Forester features the fourth generation of Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, now including an electric brake booster for improved emergency braking. Pre-Collision Braking, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, Adaptive Cruise Control with Vehicle Hold; Lane Keep Assist and Sway Warning; Lane Centring Assist, and Lead Vehicle Start Alert are standard across the entire Forester line. Models equipped with Side/Rear Vehicle Detection now include new Emergency Automatic Steering, a feature that provides steering support to help avoid low-speed collisions.

In entry-level Forester trim, priced at $29,495, standard equipment includes Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time All-Wheel Drive and X-MODE, now with improved operation. The 2022 Forester features power-adjustable, foldable, heated door mirrors and newly designed LED fully automatic and steering-responsive headlights.

Re-designed roof rails now include tie-down holes increasing functionality. A 6.5-inch touch screen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay comes with a free three-month trial of SiriusXM Satellite Radio with Travel Link. Heated cloth front seats ensure cold-weather comfort.

Moving up to the Convenience trim, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, halogen fog lights, and a roofline spoiler are added to offer enhanced exterior styling. Reverse Automatic Braking is added to the driving assist suite and the interior comes equipped with chrome door handles a power driver’s seat, dual-zone climate control; rear-seat armrest with cupholders and dual rear USB ports; premium cloth seating, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters for use with a seven-speed manual shift mode. A dashboard-mounted 6.3-inch colour multi-function display offers the driver more in-depth vehicle information, and a free three-year trial of Subaru Starlink Connected Services increases the resources at the driver’s fingertips. The cargo area comes equipped with a protective cargo tray and tonneau cargo cover with pop-up functionality.

Lastly, the inclusion of a proximity key with push-button start puts the convenience into the trim name. The 2022 Forester Convenience is priced at $33,095.

 

By Tajudeen Adebanjo with agency report

The 2021 Audi SQ7 is a three-row luxury performance sport utility vehicle (SUV). The Q7 was already one of the favourite luxury SUVs, and that capital S front of its name means it gets a whole host of performance upgrades. Most notable of the superhero upgrades is a 4.0-litre 500-horsepower turbocharged V8. Some design tweaks also help it stands out in a crowd.

There are more performance variants of SUVs hitting the market each year, so the SQ7 has plenty of potential rivals. You might look at mainly two-row SUVs such as the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE and Porsche Cayenne, or you might go bigger with the BMW X7 or Mercedes GLS. Among them, the SQ7’s mix of three rows of standard seating, 500 hp and relatively reasonable pricing is pretty appealing.

Despite its performance persuasion, the SQ7 delivers an abundance of daily comfort. Credit goes largely to an excellently tuned air suspension. It manages to soak up road irregularities like a sponge without making the ride feel like Jell-O in the process. Our Prestige trim tester also included dual-pane windows that greatly reduced the ambient wind and surrounding noise. Thankfully, the growl of the 4.0-litre V8 engine is present when you want to hear it.

The SQ7 seats have excellent adjustability, providing hours of comfort on the road while offering the necessary lateral support to minimise side-to-side sloshing on a curvy road. Our tester’s four-zone climate control was very effective, and the heated and ventilated front seats are significantly better than what BMW offers.

Audi’s bold decision to go full touchscreen on its latest infotainment interface is controversial. The design is, at the very least, visually appealing.

The Q7’s boxy greenhouse offers excellent outward visibility and plenty of room for passengers, as long as the third row is reserved for kid use only. Same goes for getting in and out; there’s plenty of head clearance complemented by a relatively low step-in height, but access to the third row is cumbersome.

Further easing the stress of parking lots is the optional 360-degree camera system that provides a host of viewing angles for maneuvering in tight spots, including a 3D image as if you’re looking at the car from outside.

The SQ7’s infotainment interface is controversial, but you can’t deny that the cabin tech looks fully modern and comes with plenty of features. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay too. The upgraded Bang & Olufsen audio system sounds amazing, but it also costs a lot.

Audi’s voice control system isn’t as comprehensive as Mercedes’ excellent MBUX system, but it’s very good compared to most systems on the market. It will pull up an address or point of interest quickly, activate the driver’s seat heater, or switch to a satellite radio station with ease.

Most driver aids are standard on the Prestige trim and well worth the money. Audi’s sharp 360-degree cameras allow for multiple viewing angles, including one that looks at the vehicle from the outside.

Cargo capacity ranges from 14.2 cubic feet (behind the third row) to a max of 69.6 cubic feet with all rows folded — this would be about average for a standard three-row midsize SUV, but it’s generally compared to other performance SUVs. The power-folding third-row seats are a nice touch and can fold in any second-row seat position. Interior storage is less impressive — the sizable door pockets are the best for stashing stuff.

A bit rare for the class are three sets of car seat anchors across the second row and two in the third row, providing some good options for child seat placement. Audi cites a 7,700-pound towing capacity for our SQ7 with the optional tow package, which is excellent.

The SQ7 is EPA-estimated to return 17 mpg combined (15 city/21 highway). Considering the performance delivered by this V8, the fuel economy is pretty decent, matching that of the similarly sized SQ8 but besting mpg from the more powerful BMW X5 M and Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S.

By Tajudeen Adebanjo

Weststar Associates Limited, authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Nigeria, has announced the arrival of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the showrooms nationwide.

The E-Class excites with automotive intelligence! Taking on a comprehensive upgrade from its 10th generation predecessors, it comes with a host of innovations in design and technology. With this model upgrade, the E-Class continues to live up to its reputation as the “heart of the Mercedes-Benz brand”.

The exterior design of the new E-Class comes with a more dynamic design, showing a clear upgrade from its predecessor.

The front end comes with increased chrome content, with the headlamps and radiator grille being totally redesigned. The bonnet features distinctive-looking powerdomes, while the headlamps come in a flatter design, featuring all-LED technology. On the rear end, the all-new E-Class features a new rear bumper and a new boot lid. The taillights also get a redesign with new inner components. Another highlight from the exterior is the new aero wheels, which contribute to more sustainable driving.

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The interior design of the E-Class comes with a sensual aura, high-quality materials and technical innovations. It is equipped with an entirely redesigned, intelligent steering wheel as part of the facelift. The Touch Control buttons on the steering wheel spokes are now also capacitive, reducing the need for mechanical control panels. The design of the front seats accentuates the sporty aura of the interior, by offering strong lateral support without compromising on comfort. There are also new appointment colours and materials added in the interior; these include the new colour combinations magma grey/neva grey, black/nut brown and magma grey/macchiato beige, and trims in silver open-pore ash wood, fondant burr walnut wood, brushed aluminium and aluminium with a carbon grain.

The new E-Class is equipped with the latest generation of the MBUX multimedia system (Mercedes-Benz User Experience). As standard, it includes two large 10.25-inch/26 cm screens, which for a widescreen look are arranged side by side. Two 12.3-inch/31.2 cm screens are optionally available.

The information in the instrument cluster and on the media display is easily legible on the large, high-resolution screens. An emotive presentation with brilliant graphics underlines the comprehensibility of the intuitive control structure.

For the first time the E-Class comes with electrified powertrains, the four-cylinder petrol (M 254) engines will feature a second-generation integrated starter-generator (ISG) producing up to 15 kW of additional output and 200 Nm more torque. This technology is also standard equipment for the six-cylinder petrol (M 256) engines available for the first time in the E-Class. The line-up of high-efficiency, low-emission and powerful petrol engines will cover an output range from 115 to 270 kW. Also, included is the 9G-TRONIC transmission which has been further developed to accommodate the second-generation ISG.

When it comes to safety, the E-Class has the latest generation of Mercedes-Benz driving assistance systems providing cooperative support to drivers. These include; the new steering wheel generation with capacitive hands-off detection, Active Brake Assist; in the Driving Assistance Package now also with turning manoeuvre function, Active Blind Spot Assist – now also with exit warning and Parking Package in conjunction with 360° camera, with newly expanded side view and for the first-time automatic parking not only in parallel and end-on parking spaces, but also on marked areas. Urban Guard Vehicle Protection is also available for the new E-Class. Urban Guard comprises an anti-theft alarm system, tow-away protection with a visual and audible warning in case of a detected change in position, an alarm siren, interior monitoring and pre-installation for theft and parking collision detection.

Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Weststar Associates Limited, Mr. Mirko Plath, said: “The E-Class is a masterpiece in innovation, with this current generation selling over 1.2 million units globally, the E-Class still remains the most popular Mercedes-Benz vehicle even in this market. We are proud to be able to introduce this new model of the E-Class and we are excited for our customers to experience this new chapter in innovation & technology.”

 

 

By Tajudeen Adebanjo

Natural gas-powered vehicle manufacturer, Austrian Technologies Nigeria, has released details of its full range of ECO-Green buses, some of which are already in the market.

It said the buses built with European standards for critical climate and infrastructure are targeted at private and public transport operators including schools and corporate organisations.

According to the Chief Executive Officer of Austrian Technologies Nigeria Limited, Johann Rieger, the bus range is built on a single platform  and comprises 8.5m length (Marcopolo size)  for 60 passengers; 10.5m for 80 passengers, 12m for 100 people, 12.8m for 110 passengers and 18m accommodating 160 passengers.

The standard at ECO Green Buses is a monocoque chassis-body structure with advanced frame safety technology.

The core is a 3H high-strength body with front and rear buffer beams, roll-over safety frame and absorbed energy structure.

The key advantages of this technology are-higher safety for passengers through optimised distribution of impact forces through overall of body frame structure; improved life span of structure; lower operating costs (maintenance, tyres, fuel consumption); and the weight advantage over a classical chassis-body structure.

The whole-vehicle runs through an 18 stage E-coating process (cathode electrophoretic coating) for corrosion protection.

The electrophoretic paint becomes a layer of even, smooth, and strong adhesive paint film on the surface of body frame after electrochemical reaction. It makes the surface of body frame and inner cavity of being strongly anticorrosive, antirust, salt fog resistant and heat moist resistant and antirust of up to 12 years.

All buses come with maintenance free DANA axles and adjustable Front and rear air suspension with FIRESTONE air bags. All wheels have disc brakes with automatic slack adjuster from KNORR in combination with WABCO ABS. This high European safety standard improves safety and reliability of buses and supports operations by high availability of buses through reduced down time and shortened time of maintenance. The life span of these components is a multiple of the normally applied low-cost components.

A tyre pressure montoring system with display on instrument panel and full integration into the ECO Telematics system is standard and one of the core safety features of ECO Green Buses. BOSCH power steering is one of the world’s safest steering systems for commercial vehicles.

 

The cockpit is highly ergonomic. The combination of the fully integrated digital cockpit and employment of high-quality European core components are just some of the key factors that make ECO Green Buses efficient and safe.

 

The driver receives direct feedback in real-time on his/her behavior in safety and economic driving through the digital dashboard and ECO Telematics system.

 

The possibility to convert gas buses to zero emission hydrogen operation upon local availability of hydrogen is another unique feature of ECO Green Buses. Bus structure, gas supply chain and safety equipment are already prepared for such conversion at little effort and costs.

 

Rieger said the buses are the safest and most economic mass transit vehicles which could reduce carbon footprints by 95 per cent and operating cost by 30 per cent.

 

He said: “We also have 5.4m (Hiace type) as well as 6.5m and 7.5m (Toyota Coaster) type buses.” It is crucial for the further development of Nigerian transport sector to include and onboard Danfo operators and other stakeholders into the public transport operations.”

 

Rieger noted that the buses are equipped with gas engines of higher emission standards (Euro 5) with no toxic, smog or smoke, guaranteeing reduced noise and lower fuel costs

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Some of the unique features of an ECO-green bus are given as roof mounted CNG cylinder with up to 500km range and gas leakage detection system; tyre pressure monitoring system; two emergency roof hatches (front/rear); fire extinguisher in driver’s cabin, automatic fire extinguishers in engine compartment; all disc brakes with automatic slack adjuster and the ABS.

 

Others are speed limiter, alcohol test and driver’s fatigue detection with driver’s biometric identification, CCTV camera system that can be directly integrated into the city surveillance system; reverse camera; handicapped ramp and wheelchair area.

 

All buses are equipped with ECO Viroxx air purification system, a bipolar ionization system integrated into the ventilation system of ECO Green Buses. It is the only system worldwide that permanently and chemical free sanitizes the indoor air in buses throughout the entire operation.

 

The ECO Viroxx bipolar ionization technology is clinically proven to inactivate up to 99.999% of COVID-19 and other viruses and germs. SARS-Corona viruses can be rendered completely harmless at the molecular level by destroying the structure of their virus surface, envelopes, and tips.

 

High-energy ionization of the cabin and the production of a bipolar aerial ionization network can achieve a natural air disinfection rate of over 99.999% (log 5). This process inactivates or eliminates viruses, germs, bacteria, molds and eliminates unpleasant smells.

 

Rieger said, “Up to 70 per cent of all components of the ECO-Green buses should be manufactured or assembled locally within five years of operation including the first green engine.”

 

Additionally, the company offers bus Simulator, bus scanners, telematics and ICT and intensive training of drivers and maintenance personnel to assure proper maintenance of vehicles.

Nikola Corporation, a leading designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial battery-electric vehicles (BEV), fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV) and energy infrastructure solutions, has announced agreements with the Bosch Group of companies for Nikola Class 7 and 8 fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV) which will enable Nikola to build the Bosch fuel-cell power modules at its Coolidge, Arizona facility.

The agreements will allow the adaptation of the fuel-cell power modules for the Nikola Tre and US Nikola Two fuel-cell applications.

Under the agreements, Bosch will supply both fully assembled fuel-cell power modules as well as major components to Nikola, including the fuel-cell stack, for Nikola to assemble at its manufacturing facility in Coolidge. The parties will work for sourcing of remaining components for the assemblies.

Nikola and Bosch have defined together a scalable and modular approach for the Nikola Tre and Two truck applications based upon use of multiple fuel-cell power modules utilising the Bosch heavy-duty commercial vehicle fuel-cell stack.

The fuel-cell power modules are expected to launch in 2023, with the first application being the Class 8 regional-haul Nikola Tre FCEV. Nikola anticipates that the vehicle design will result in a range of up to 500 miles.

It also plans to further expand capacity for use in the Class 8 long-haul Nikola Two FCEV with an anticipated range of up to 900 miles.

BMW plans to reduce carbon emissions across the life cycle of its vehicles – including the production process – at least 40 per cent from 2019 levels by 2030, the carmaker said, up from a previous target of a third.

T o achieve this, the Munich-based automaker intends to increase the proportion of recycled and reusable materials used in manufacturing its vehicles from 30 per cent to 50 per cent, it said in a statement ahead of the IAA Mobility conference in Munich this week.

“We are committed to a clear course to achieve the 1.5 degree target,” BMW Chief Executive Officer Oliver Zipse said, referring to the Paris Agreement.

BMW has been reluctant to set a hard deadline for phasing out fossil-fuel cars, pointing out limitations to the expansion of electric vehicles including the sore lack of charging infrastructure across the EU and elsewhere.

Still, the automaker has set a range of sustainability targets in the past, including generating at least half of BMW Group sales from electric vehicles by 2030 and reducing CO2 emissions per vehicle and kilometre driven by at least half from 2019 levels in the same time frame.

Like its competitors, the company has warned that its revenues in coming months could be plagued by chip shortages and raw material prices, despite reporting stronger than expected profits in its latest quarterly results.

 

Nigeria has launched the Ownership Reward Programme with combined discounts of over 70 per cent and free value-added services for customers.

The company’s resolve to compensate customers for their loyalty over the years is to ensure that Kia owners enjoy the most pleasurable driving experience at a pocket-friendly cost.

Customers’ evolving needs to keep their cars in shape at an affordable cost and enjoy a hitch-free ride despite the years of usage of their Kia are the basis for this year’s Kia Ownership Reward Program (KORP), the company said.

The programme, Kia Nigeria said, was aimed at offering greater value, convenience, and support to customers who have owned KIA from a month to nine or more years.

Kia Nigeria Chief Operating Officer Sanjay Tatpati said: “It offers waivers ranging from 15 per cent to 25 per cent on service cost and up to 50 per cent discount on aggregated parts like audio, engine, and transmission assembly, among others. These discounted offerings are premised on the years of Kia ownership, as it progressively reduces the cost of maintenance based on the years the car has been in operation. KORP is set to substantially bring down the cost of maintenance as Kia vehicles get older. Weaved into the underlining exceptional service delivery of Kia Nigeria’s aftersales service, the program will provide greater value for our customers.

“Following the success of the launch of this programme in 2019, its wide acceptance and the satisfaction it brought to our customers, we’ve deemed it necessary to even take it to a whole new level by increasing the discounts up to 70 per cent for our customers.

“This will further foster ‘peace of mind’ in our customers and affordability to engage them meaningfully and ensure an enjoyably hitch-free driving experience with their Kia regardless of the age of the vehicle. The huge discounts and free value-added service are what make the KORP a unique program in the industry and continuously drive customer satisfaction to its peak. This programme is set to reward customers throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle.”

The KORP delivers a more fulfilling experience for old Kia owners with discounted pricing and exceptional service delivery. Service and parts pricing flexibility and the undying resolve of Kia Nigeria to roll out customer-driven initiatives that match customers’ active lifestyles are hallmarks of the KORP.

The programme is Kia’s way of saying thank you to old customers for their continued trust while servicing  at the accredited service centre.