Archive for the ‘Automobiles’ category
China, India more attractive than Africa, says Ford boss
According to Lewis Booth, the CFO of U.S. car maker Ford Motor Co, Africa may be growing quickly, but still offers fewer opportunities than more robust emerging markets such as China and India.
Why GM’s African chief is smiling
Vehicle manufacturer General Motors’ aggressive growth plans for Sub-Saharan Africa are starting to take shape.
Made in Ethiopia: The story of Holland Car
How we made it in Africa looks at the story behind Holland Car, Ethiopia’s first car assembly firm.
Peugeot reopens shop in Kenya
Peugeot, the second largest car manufacturer in Europe, will be returning to the Kenyan market after a three year hiatus.
Mercedes Benz could boost investment in South Africa
Mercedes Benz South Africa has proposed a new investment in the country’s automotive industry which could see the creation of 2000 new jobs.
New BMW X1 expected to exceed sales targets in East Africa
Kenya’s exclusive BMW distributor, Bavaria Auto, yesterday launched the new 2010 BMW X1 sports utility vehicle series in the capital Nairobi.
Electric car to be manufactured in Ethiopia
An Italian-Chinese business venture is opening a factory in Ethiopia to produce a practical and affordable electric car in one of the world’s poorest countries.
