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22— Vanguard, FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2019 By Theodore Opara Weststar, Marcopolo unveils new Paradiso 1350 bus W ESTSTAR Associates Limited, authorised general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Nigeria in collaboration with Auto Alternative Nigeria Limited, authorised representative of Marcopolo in Nigeria has launched the new Marcopolo Paradisio 1350 bus to the Nigerian market. While presenting the bus to the press and leading bus operators in Nigeria, Managing Director of Weststar Associates Limited, Mr. Mirko Plath, said that the introduction of the Marcopolo Paradiso 1350 bus model marks a move in the right direction for bus operators in Nigeria. He said,“The bus operators already have a long standing relationship with Mercedes-Benz dating back to the 1950s. The brand has been a benchmark for their success over the years hence, their trust in the brand and in Weststar Associates.” According to him, the Mercedes- Benz Marcopolo buses are not new to operators in Nigeria. He, however, assured that with the bus, operators were ready to take their businesses to the next level, and pleaded that they should continue to put their trust in the Mercedes- Benz brand. He noted that the collaboration with Marcopolo in Nigeria has certainly borne fruit over the years. Narrating the story of Marcopolo buses in Nigeria, Plath said that Mercedes Benz has a long history in Nigeria, adding that the first Marcopolo was first launched in the country in the 80s. According to him, the Marcopolo stands for safety, quality, reliability and genuineness among others. In his presentation, Weststar Associates Key Accounts Manager, Ifeanyi Igbokwe explained the O 500 RSD bus chassis has been carefully developed for medium and long-distance applications. According to him, the chassis has all of Mercedes-Benz‘s technological advantages and is a robust and highly durable chassis that is adequate for the most severe working conditions. “It also provides high comfort to the passengers due to the integral pneumatic suspension and a Mercedes-Benz gearbox (with six synchronized gears). This chassis is built to offer top quality and low operational costs, it is also designed to withstand 24 tonnes. It offers better ergonomics to the driver’s top auxiliary brake which provides an additional braking power of 30 per cent and a high ground clearance level for bad road conditions”, Igbokwe added. On the bus USP, Igbokwe said Mercedes-Benz has a long legacy, assuring that the new posseses certain attributes which include: reliability, easy access for maintenance, brand aesthetics, better connectivity features, comfort and safety, good fuel efficiency, high modularity, efficient powerful engine which gives a lasting value, low total cost of ownership among others. For the bus operators, he warned that their focus should be on: Ruggedness and an absolute work horse - versatility in terms of load capacity, easy maintenance, continuous service with little downtime as possible, wider service network, lowest cost of operations for better returns in business, parts availability and one-stop solutions. Defence Ministry, DPR, MTN win Toyota awards IN a bid to reward its custom ers and stakeholders for their support to the growth of the brand, Toyota Nigeria Limited showered customers with cast, brand new car and other valuable gifts Ministry of Defence of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Department of Petroleum Resources, DPR, and MTN Nigeria were named winners at the recent Toyota Nigeria Limited, TNL, Customer of the Year Awards for their patronage of the Toyota brand of vehicles in 2018. In the customers category of the award, MTN won as the second runner up; DPR first runner up while the Ministry of Defence clinched the overall winner in that category at the prestigious ‘Toyota Customer Nite 2019 held at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.’ The trio were rewarded with cash prizes of N1million, N1.5 million and N2 million respectively. First Bank of Nigeria Plc. was named the ‘Evergreen Customer of The Year’ in the award ceremony. The evergreen award is for customers that have consistently patronised the Toyota brand over the years. As the evergreen customer of the year, First Bank which also won the same award last year, was rewarded with the latest model of new Toyota Yaris, valued at over N10 million. The Motoring Press was not left out in the award. Recognised in the Journalists category at the award night were Rasheed Bisiriyu of Punch, Theodore Opara of Vanguard and Mike Ochonna of Businessday newspapers who emerged as overall winner, first runner up and second runner up respectively for their outstanding reportage of the automobile sector during the year. Speaking at the event, From Left; Mrs Temitope Sowande, Head Procurement , representing First Bank Plc, overrall winner Customer of the Year, Chief Micheal Ade Ojo, Chairman, Elizade Motors, Mrs Taye Ade-Ojo, wife, and Mr Henry Ade Ojuoko, Head Dealer Development and Special Project, Toyota Nigeria Limited, during the Toyota Customer Awards Night , held at Civic Center, Victoria Island Lagos. Chairman, Toyota Nigeria Limited, Chief Michael Ade.Ojo, said their customers in particular have supported them through thick and thin, adding that the customers have continued to be their source of strength and pillar of support. That support Ade.Ojo said has made TNL a force to reckon with in the automobile industry in the country. The chairman, however, lamented the adverse effect of the nation’s economy on the purchasing power of the people. According to him, the last few years has been tough for the auto industry. Ade.Ojo said “The Nigeria economy has experienced series of crises over the years. The last few years in particular have been extremely tough. The purchasing power of the average Nigerian has been thoroughly weakened; this coupled with the unprecedented surge in prices of goods and services, has made acquisition and ownership of new vehicles extremely difficult for average Nigerians. This has inevitably resulted in a huge drop in sales of vehicles”. Assuring customers of TNL’s resolve to continue its customer friendly approach, Ade.Ojo said “I want to assure you that despite the monumental challenges in the economy, TNL will continue to devise means that will enable our customers to continue to enjoy their preferred auto brand-Toyota. We will continue to initiate customer friendly, business improvement strategies aimed at making our brand more affordable. We have continuously improved our after-sales architecture in order to give our customers value for their money. We are committed to doing the needful at all times to sustain the culture of superior quality and excellent customer service that TNL is known for”. Discovery Landmark Edition for Land Rover 30th anniversary THE Land Rover Discovery SUV has been raising the bar for all-terrain capability and everyday versatility for 30 years. To celebrate three decades of adventure with the ultimate go-anywhere SUV, Land Rover unveiled the new Discovery Landmark Edition. The Discovery has been the choice of adventurers and families since its arrival at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1989 and the new Landmark Edition showcases everything it means to be a Discovery, with upgraded standard features and subtle design enhancements. Taking the well-appointed SE as a starting point, the Landmark Edition adds the Dynamic Pack, which includes a more purposeful front bumper design and Narvik Black mesh grille and fender vents. Narvik Black nameplate scripting on the bonnet and tailgate is also joined by unique Landmark badging on the tailgate. The exterior is also marked out by a fixed panoramic roof, front fog lights and signature tail lights, while privacy glass and 20-inch Gloss Black wheels complete the modern and contemporary look. The interior is available with a choice of three premium Windsor leather colourways with contrast micropiping. A Satin Brushed Aluminium centre console and titanium mesh finishers also set it apart, with the 380W Meridian Sound System, helping to create a truly firstclass travel experience.
Vanguard, FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2019 — 23 FORD has gone further in the ultra-competitive light commercial vehicle, LCV, segment with the launch of the New Ranger for 2019. The new Ranger was launched in Pretoria, South Africa, recently. Featuring an extensive range of mechanical, technological, feature and comfort upgrades, the new line-up will make the Ranger an even more compelling choice amongst workhorse and leisure-oriented pick-up customers. According to Doreen Mashinini, General Manager Marketing at Ford Motor Company Sub-Saharan Africa, SSA, Region, "the current Ranger has been a fantastic success story for Ford in Sub-Saharan Africa, and is the leading LCV export to markets in Europe, the Middle East and the rest of Africa. “The New Ranger introduces fresh exterior and interior design cues that build on its ‘tough truck’ image, complemented by the adoption of new technologies that further bolster the Ranger’s established reputation for supreme safety, convenience and comfort,” she adds. The model line-up has been revised for New Ranger, with the new XLS series slotting in above the entry-level Base and Ford Ranger Ford unveils all new Ranger XL versions. The XLS offers superb value for money along with an impressive list of standard features. The Ranger Limited makes way for an enhanced XLT specification in SSA, and the range is topped off as usual with the exclusive and luxuriously appointed Ranger Wildtrak. Commenting on the New Ranger, Abiona Babarinde, the General Manager, Marketing and Corporate Communications at Coscharis Motors, the exclusive distributors of Ford in Nigeria said “we are excited about this new addition to our Ford collections that will certainly deliver the expected value in the auto market as this is expected to delight our numerous existing customers and convert new prospects in the truck segment. Surprisingly, some of our loyal customers have already started to make enquiries on this New Ranger which is a good signal that this vehicle will be well accepted and will do well in our market”. Continuing the Ranger’s proven ‘Built Ford Tough’ heritage, the assertive styling of the 2019 model delivers an even more powerful presence on the road. The latest model offers the opportunity to provide greater differentiation in the series. Accordingly, the frontend design of the popular XLT series has been updated to have a more horizontal feel, with the centre grille bar now divided into two, giving it a more precise and well-crafted look. The lower bumper also presents a sense of solidity and strength through the centre beam that runs into the outer fog lamp areas. With a wider lower grille the new bumper complements and harmonises well with new front end. The same design execution has been applied to XL and XLS variants. The new Ranger comes in three different engine options: The powerful five-cylinder 3.2- litre Duratorq TDCi engine continues to lead the range, delivering impressive performance and outstanding loadlugging abilities with a peak power of 147kW matched to 470Nm of torque. The reliable and efficient 2.2- litre TDCi engine remains a key part of the New Ranger line-up across the Single Cab, SuperCab and Double Cab models. It continues in the two existing levels: 88kW/285Nm with a five-speed manual gearbox for the base-spec models, and 118kW/385Nm for the more upmarket versions, available with a choice of six-speed manual and automatic transmissions on selected derivatives.
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19042019 - CCT axes Onnoghen, to forfeit money, barred for 10 years

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