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Travel › Have You Seen More Creative Bus Stop Shelters Than These? (PHOTOS) by AutoJoshNG(op): 5:29pm On Jun 28, 2019

TV/Movies › BBNaija: Innoson To Sponsor The 2019 Edition Of Big Brother Naija by AutoJoshNG(op): 3:02pm On Jun 28, 2019

Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, the Nigerian automobile manufacturer, in a twitter post announced that it will partner with Multi-Choice in this year’s edition of the Big Brother Naija (BBN) show.

The next edition of the popular reality TV show, Big Brother Naija will start airing this weekend.

The winner of the reality show will go home with an Innoson SUV, IVM G40.

Previous editions have been seen winners carting away car brand like Hyundai (2018) and KIA, (2017).

Below is the tweet announcing via the Innoson twitter handle:

PRESS RELEASE

Innoson Vehicles Partners With Multichoice Nigeria on Big Brother Naija.

Innoson Vehicles is proud to partner with Multichoice Nigeria in the 2019 edition of Big Brother Nigeria.

The winner of this year’s edition of Big Brother Nigeria will be going home with

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Source:
https://autojosh.com/innoson-to-sponsor-2019-edition-of-big-brother-naija-bbn/

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Travel › FAAN To Close MMIA Apron Gate 1 For 6 Weeks Starting From 7th June by AutoJoshNG(op): 11:04am On Jun 28, 2019

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The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has a notification for airlines, airport users and the general public; that effective Friday June 7, 2019, the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s Apron Gate 1 and some sections of Taxiway F would be closed to human and vehicular traffic for six weeks.

This closure is to enable the contractor handling the construction of the new terminal (China Civil Construction Company) link the proposed apron under construction to the existing one.

To maintain orderliness and ensure safety of operators while the project would last, the Authority has developed and deployed specific procedures for vehicular movements and officers of the Aviation Security department have been mobilized to ensure compliance.

The Authority solicits the understanding and cooperation of all concerned towards ensuring a safe airside for aircraft movement and personnel safety during the construction.

Source: https://autojosh.com/faan-close-mmia-apron-gate-1-6-weeks

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Travel › Railway Project: Lagos To Close Akanni Doherty Street by AutoJoshNG(op): 3:12pm On Jun 27, 2019

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The Lagos State Government has announced the temporary closure of Akanni Doherty Street, Ashade from Friday, 28th to Sunday, 30th June, 2019 as part of the construction process for the on-going Nigerian Railway Modernisation Project.

In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Transportation, Dr. Taiwo Olufemi Salaam, the closure is to allow the contractors of the project, CCECC and Devine Gate LTD, relocate and interconnect the 700mm diameter public water mains along the route.

It explained further that the exercise will also involve excavation across the specified road, as well as laying of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, backfilling and compaction.

The statement, therefore, advised all motorists and the general public to use alternative routes around the area in order to ensure hitch-free traffic.

Source: https://autojosh.com/railway-project-lagos-govt-akanni-doherty-street/

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Travel › Airlines Must Indicate The Exact Number Of Luggage Checked-in By Passengers-FAAN by AutoJoshNG(op): 2:14pm On Jun 26, 2019

It is now compulsory for airlines to indicate the exact number of travel luggage checked in by passengers on their boarding passengers.

This is according to a directive by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN).

This directive is contained in a notice issued to airlines, earlier this week.

The notice reads: “The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria hereby notifies all passengers that forthwith, it has become compulsory for airlines to indicate the exact number of travel luggage checked-in by passengers on their boarding passes.

Passengers are therefore advised to always crosscheck their boarding passes to ensure that the number of luggage they checked-in is the same as reflected on it”.

This new directive is believed to be inspired by a recent incidence where a Nigerian, Zainab Aliyu, on a lesser hajj to Saudi Arabia, was accused by Saudi authorities of entering the country with a piece of luggage containing Tramadol.

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/airlines-must-indicate-the-exact-number-of-travel-luggage-checked-in-by-passengers-faan/

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Car Talk › Are These Not The Most Creative Bus Advertising You Have Ever Seen? (PHOTOS) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:23pm On Jun 26, 2019

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Travel › Re: Businessman Rams His SUV Into A Keke NAPEP Used By Escaping Armed Robbers(photo) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:05pm On Jun 26, 2019

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Travel › Businessman Rams His SUV Into A Keke NAPEP Used By Escaping Armed Robbers(photo) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:05pm On Jun 26, 2019

The owner of a supermarket in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state became the hero after a robbery at his supermarket.

According to a report by a Facebook user, Ban Ifj OsisiOkhumu, the event occurred yesterday evening.

It happened when the owner of a supermarket while sitting in his SUV outside his supermarket, noticed that the supermarket was being robbed.

The robbers later escaped the scene in a tricycle popularly referred to as Keke NAPEP.

The supermarket owner, on noticing the escape, then engaged the fleeing robbers in hot pursuit in his SUV.

When he eventually caught up with the robbers, he rammed his SUV into them.

Read the report as told by the Facebook user:

"So it happened yesterday evening 25 June 2019, In Uyo. Armed robbers stormed a supermarket along the IBB way .
Successfully carted away valuables and the day's sales . Got into their Keke tricycle (as seen in the picture) and escaped .
Unknown to them , the owner of the supermarket was inside his black SUV (as seen in the picture damaged ) and observing the robbers rob and leaving .

Immediately they left happily, he started his SUV engine and gave them a hot chase. In less than a kilometer from the robbery spot, he forcefully with all powers to the throttle like his foot was glued to it , he slammed from behind and left the side of the keke, straight into the escaping robbers in their brand new getaway Keke. Thereby serious causing the Keke and it's robbers occupants to summersault several times. Unfortunately, the SUV driver lost control due to the speed and force he used to knock off and out completely, the Keke and its armed robbers.

The SUV ended up in the fence of the nearby school . Badly destroyed too. As for the robbers, in the confusion they least expected, people rushed to the scene and the SUV ( supermarket owner) raised an alarm which saw two of the robbers being caught on the spot and on the ground .

It was like a James Bond movie in life replay!

At times , it pays to be daring after weighing the situation on the ground".

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/businessman-rams-his-suv-into-a-tricycle-used-by-escaping-armed-robbers-in-uyo-photos/

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Car Talk › Arocs Truck Is Now Available In Nigeria (PHOTOS) by AutoJoshNG(op): 10:11am On Jun 26, 2019

Weststar has unveiled the new Actros and Arocs.

These releases are in continuation of the 120-year old tradition of Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty trucks in the construction industry.

The Arocs and Actros – released last years - are the latest addition to the powerhouses in the commercial vehicle segment of the company.

Aroc is considered as the new force in construction, one that promises to take on every challenge in the construction business with tailor-made solutions for every vehicle body.

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The truck combines power, robustness and efficiency in the construction industry in a unique way while bringing them into the future with innovative technology.

The Aroc is designed to provide a reliable, high-torque drive configuration to suit the construction industry down to the ground. It also offers a number of frame and suspension configurations developed to excel both on and off-road.

It powerfully masters every driving situation, equipped with a robust and high-torque engine, Mercedes PowerShift 3 and a new unique suspension and frame design, all as standard.

It comes with a durable powertrain that delivers precisely the power you need in off-road transportation, construction sites or extreme terrain.

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The new Arocs also comes with increased ground clearance with high angles of approach to ensure optimized agility even in challenging road conditions.

From platform vehicles and concrete mixers to heavy-duty tippers, the new Arocs is a particularly tough and robust vehicle that will meet any challenge in construction and off-road transportation.

It features the new in-line 6-cylinder engines have higher engine efficiency through the wastegate turbocharger, the optimized viscous fan clutch and the intelligent auxiliary consumers. The OM473 (Euro III), a state of the art 6-cylinder in-line 15.6-litre engine opens a new dimension in high-performance engines.

The turbo-compound unit transforms thermal energy into mechanical energy and thus increases the operating efficiency of the engine: the engine has additional power but lowers fuel consumption by using the X-Pulse fuel-injection system which reduces the fuel quantity utilized in the engine.

The new Arocs comes with Mercedes PowerShift 3 as standard and manual gearshift as an option. The gearbox is 100 per cent made by Mercedes-Benz ensuring the best integration with engine and axles, providing a wider range of gears for operation in optimal torque ranges and optimized start-off capabilities.

The new Arocs is also equipped with a durable steel suspension. For use in heavy-duty construction site operations, the steel suspension impresses with its robust, solid construction, high performance and loadability. With the weight-optimized parabolic springs and precisely matched shock absorbers and stabilizers, you are optimally prepared even in difficult conditions.

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Never compromising on safety, Mercedes-Benz offers many safety and assistance systems to reduce risks and increase comfort for the driver.

More safety is provided due to more than 400 sensors which are fitted on the truck to ensure safe and efficient driving. These safety systems include the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR), Hazard warning lights flashing in case of emergency braking, Active Brake Assist 4 and Attention Assist as some of the highlight features.

The all-new Arocs is available for immediate order in Nigeria. They come with the best Aftersales service and support. Customers who acquire the new Arocs can rest assured of absolute reliability, efficiency and total cost of ownership in a completely new dimension.

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/the-all-new-arocs-truck-is-now-available-in-nigeria-photos/

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Car Talk › Re: See Who Bought The World's First Yutong 14-meter Bus With Benz Powertrain (PIX) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:28pm On Jun 25, 2019

Kojo Motors Launches The First Ever 14-Meter Yutong “Luxury Bus” With Mercedes Powertrain (PHOTOS). Read about it HERE

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Car Talk › See Who Bought The World's First Yutong 14-meter Bus With Benz Powertrain (PIX) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:28pm On Jun 25, 2019

Last week, the first ever 14-Meter Yutong Bus with a Mercedes Benz powertrain was launched for the first time in any part of the world in Lagos, Nigeria.

The event was organized by Kojo Motors Limited in conjunction with Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company of China.

The unveiling ceremony of the Yutong T139HDH took place at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The glamorous event witnessed the attendance of some dignitaries from diverse sectors and representatives of major fleet bus operating companies.

At the event, the key to a Yutong T139HDH was presented to the Managing Director of Eddyson Motors Limited.

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With that presentation, Eddyson Motors Limited went on record as the first entity to acquire this latest addition to the Yutong brand of buses.

Following the presentation of the keys to Eddyson Motors, an inspection of the impressive bus by members of the press and guest present at the occasion was conducted.

The Yutong T139HDH features Liquid crystal dashboard, USB ports for passengers, automatic headlights that are 3 times brighter, electrical controlled passenger curtain, electrical controlled driver's window, and rear mirror, automatic windshield wiper, 7 colorful interior ambient lights as seen in the pictures below and many more.

The Yutong T139HDH, manufactured by Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company of China, is assembled in by Nigeria Kojo Motors Nigeria Limited. They have their assembly plant in Anambra state.

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For the last seven years consecutively, Yutong has been the world’s largest bus maker.

In 2016, 70,000 units of Yutong buses were sold. The company also has the record of being the first bus maker to exceed annual sales of 60,000 units.

In Nigeria, notables patron of the Yutong buses includes Primero Transport Services Limited, the operator of the Lagos BRT bus services. It is also used by numerous fleet bus operators across the country.

Kojo Motors offers 150,000 kilometers or 2 years warranty on Yutong buses.

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/see-the-nigerian-company-that-bought-the-worlds-first-yutong-14-meter-bus-with-mercedes-powertrain-photos/

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Car Talk › Kojo Motors Unveils 14-meter Yutong Bus With Benz Powertrain (pix) by AutoJoshNG(op): 9:21am On Jun 25, 2019

History was made last week Thursday in Lagos, Nigeria.

This happened when Kojo Motors Nigeria Limited in collaboration with leading bus manufacturer, Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company of China, launched for the first time in any part of the world the first ever 14-meter Yutong coach.

The coach – Yutong T139HDH – was officially unveiled at a grand world launch ceremony at the prestigious Civic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos.

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The resplendent Yutong T139HDH bus – with a capacity for up to 63 passengers – features the Mercedes Benz (OM 457LA) engine, Mercedes Benz AMT Gearbox, Germany Sachs Clutch, Germany ZF Automatic Steering Axle, Air Bag Suspension System, etc.

According to Chinedu Oguegbu, Executive Director of Kojo Motors Limited, the bus features in-built DVR cameras for monitoring, onboard WiFi to ensure passengers remain connected and video-on-demand to also keep passengers entertained.

Some other features of the Yutong T139HDH include:

. Liquid crystal dashboard.
. 3 times brighter automatic headlights that come on immediately it gets dark.
. Electrical controlled passenger curtain.
. USB ports for passengers
. Electrical controlled driver’s window and rear mirror.
. Automatic windshield wiper.
. 7 colorful interior ambient lights as seen in the pictures below.
. AUS which prevents the bus from moving when passengers are getting in and out.
. EBD (Electronic Braking Device)
. ESP (Electronic Stability Program) and many more.

The launch ceremony had in attendance several dignitaries that included the Chief Executive Officer of Kojo Motors, Chief Ikenna Oguegbu; the Deputy Corp Commandant of the FRSC, C. Z. Matthew, Managing Director of Primero Transport Service, Fola Tinubu, representatives from National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) and Mr. Luqman Mamudu of Transtech Industrial Consulting Limited.

Representatives of several bus fleet operating companies across the country were also in attendance.

The event also featured the presentations of awards to some outstanding customers of Kojo Motors that patronize the Yutong bus brand.

The Yutong brand of buses is manufactured by Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company of China. The company has 80% share of the bus market in China. It also has a Global market share of 15%.

Yutong has been the world’s largest bus maker for seven consecutive years. 70,000 units of their buses were sold in 2016 while the German company which is the second largest bus manufacturer in the world sold 20,000 units in the same period.

According to Robben Xiong, Yutong’s Head International Business, Africa, the Yutong T139HDH bus was produced to withstand rough driving terrains and were subjected to rough tests.

Also speaking at the event, Ejiro Omoefe of Stanbic IBTC Vehicle Asset Financing department, testified to the durability of the Yutong bus brand. He also revealed that Stanbic IBTC offers vehicle leasing services for the acquisition of Yutong brand of buses.

Yutong buses are assembled in Nigeria by Kojo Motors Limited. They offer 150,000 kilometer or 2 years warranty on each bus. Obviously, Kojo Motors and Yutong have a lot of confidence in their buses after subjecting them to extensive rough road tests across Nigeria.

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/kojo-motors-launches-the-first-ever-14-meter-yutong-luxury-bus-with-mercedes-powertrain-photos/

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Travel › Re: Someone Orders For A Helicopter In The Middle Of A Traffic Gridlock(watch Video) by AutoJoshNG(op): 7:14am On Jun 24, 2019

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Travel › Someone Orders For A Helicopter In The Middle Of A Traffic Gridlock(watch Video) by AutoJoshNG(op): 7:14am On Jun 24, 2019

This happened somewhere on the Lagos-Benin Expressway.

According to a social media report, a traveller on that famous expressway got fed up with about a two and a half hour long period of been held up in traffic, then orders for a helicopter.

In the video shared on Instagram by @Juxycarz, a number of other travellers assembled to capture the bizarre scene with their camera phones.

Indeed, when "Money talks, crap happens".

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/someone-got-fed-up-with-traffic-gridlock-on-the-expressway-then-orders-for-a-helicopter-watch-video/

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Car Talk › Tyre Speed Ratings And What You Need To Know by AutoJoshNG(op): 4:57am On Jun 23, 2019

Every car tyre comes with a specified speed rating. The speed rating indicated the maximum speed a tyre is legally approved for. Going beyond your tyres speed ratings may end up landing you in trouble that can cost you your life.

Speed ratings were established to match the speed capability of tyres with the top speed capability of the vehicles to which they are used.

Being aware of your tyres’ speed rating will make you know the maximum speed your tyre is capable of safely maintaining.

To find the legally approved speed rating, you’ll have to check the sidewall of the tyre as shown in the image below;

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Additionally, most tyre manufacturers maintain that a tyre that has been cut or punctured no longer retains the tyre manufacturer’s original speed rating, even after being repaired because the tyre manufacturer can’t control the quality of the repair. Hence, it is important to note that speed ratings only apply to tyres that have not been damaged, altered, under-inflated or overloaded.

The most common tyre speed rating symbols, maximum speeds and typical applications are shown below:

1. Tyre Rating: L

Maximum speed: 75 mph 120 km/h
Typical application: Off-Road & Light Truck Tyres

2. Tyre Rating:M

Maximum speed: 81 mph 130 km/h
Typical application: Temporary Spare Tyres

3. Tyre Rating: N

Maximum speed: 87 mph 140km/h

4. Tyre Rating tongue

Maximum speed: 93 mph 150 km/h

5. Tyre Rating:Q

Maximum speed: 99 mph 160 km/h

6. Tyre Rating:R

Maximum speed: 106 mph 170 km/h
Typical application:H.D. Light Truck Tyres

7. Tyre Rating: S

Maximum speed: 112 mph 180 km/h
Typical application: Family Sedans & Vans

8. Tyre Rating: T

Maximum speed: 118 mph 190 km/h
Typical application: Family Sedans & Vans

9. Tyre Rating: U

Maximum speed: 124 mph 200 km/h

10. Tyre Rating: H

Maximum speed:130 mph 210 km/h
Typical application:Sport Sedans & Coupes

11. Tyre Rating: V

Maximum speed: 149 mph 240 km/h
Typical application:Sport Sedans, Coupes & Sports Cars

Z-speed rated tyres are capable of speeds in excess of 149 mph; how far above 149 mph was not identified. This ultimately caused the automotive industry to add W and Y speed ratings to identify the tyres that meet the needs of new vehicles that have extremely high top-speed capabilities.
12. Tyre Rating: W

Maximum speed: 168 mph 270 km/h
Typical application:Exotic Sports Cars

13. Tyre Rating: Y

Maximum speed: 186 mph 300 km/h
Typical application:Exotic Sports Cars

Your engine might be able to do the speed but your tyres can betray you. Many have left the world due to the mistake of stretching the limits of their tyres.

Before now, did you know about tyre speed ratings?Do you have an experience you would love to share? Kingly use the comment section.

Don’t forget to like, rate and share.

Source: https://autojosh.com/tyre-speed-rating-what-you-need-to-know/

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Car Talk › Why Do We Call These Buses “luxurious Buses”? (PHOTOS) by AutoJoshNG(op): 3:21pm On Jun 21, 2019

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One of the most popular buses used for interstate journeys in Nigeria are buses confusedly referred to as “luxury” or “luxurious” buses.

Indeed, this bus type is typically designed to be luxurious. They offer some kind of comfort or luxury to passengers. Well, as they age, they lose most of their "luxury". At that stage of dereliction, can we still call them luxury or luxurious buses? Definitely not.

The appropriate name for this model of the bus is “Coach Bus”.

Coach buses are designed for longer-distance service. This is in contrast to transit buses - or mini-buses.

Though they are used for several purposes, in Nigeria, Coach Buses are mostly used for interstate journeys, etc..

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Source:

https://autojosh.com/why-do-we-call-these-buses-luxurious-buses/

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Car Talk › Re: How To Keep A Crack On A Windscreen From Spreading by AutoJoshNG(op): 3:20pm On Jun 21, 2019

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Car Talk › Re: The History Of The Vehicle Airbag (some Things To Know About The Airbag) by AutoJoshNG(op): 3:20pm On Jun 21, 2019

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Travel › Re: Tanzania Is Set To Test-Run Its High-speed Electric Trains. See How Much It Cost by AutoJoshNG: 3:19pm On Jun 21, 2019

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Car Talk › The History Of The Vehicle Airbag (some Things To Know About The Airbag) by AutoJoshNG(op): 8:21am On Jun 20, 2019

Airbags are safety components in automobiles. Just like seatbelts, they are used to ensure the safety of drivers and their passengers, especially during a collision.

They restrain the occupants from hitting their chest against the steering wheels, dashboard and being thrown out of the vehicle during impact.

Airbags are gas-inflated cushions built into the steering wheel, dashboard, door, roof, or seat of a car.

During collision or impact, airbags are instantly inflated by a crash sensor to trigger a rapid expansion to protect you from the collision.

Below are important dates and events in the history of this wonderful invention.

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1. In 1968, an American, Allen Breed, invented a “sensor and safety system”. This was considered as the world’s first electromechanical automotive airbag system. Breed held the patent for the only crash sensing technology available at the birth of the airbag industry.

2. In 1951, a German, Walter Linderer and an American, John Hedrik, submitted the application for a rudimental patent for airbag.

3. In 1953, John Hedrik received U.S. Patent for what he called a “safety cushion assembly for automotive vehicles.”

4. Walter Linderer’s airbag was based on a compressed air system, released either by bumper contact or by the driver. He received a German patent for it. Later research during the 1960s proved that compressed air could not blow the bags up fast enough.

5. In 1971, the Ford car company built an experimental airbag fleet.

6. In 1973, General Motors tested airbags on the 1973 model Chevrolet automobile that was only sold for government use.

7. In 1973, Oldsmobile Tornado was the first car with a passenger airbag intended for sale to the public.

8. In 1975 and 1976, General Motors later offered an option to the general public of driver side airbags in full-sized Oldsmobile’s and Buick’s respectively. Cadillacs were available with driver and passenger airbags options during those same years.

9. Early airbags system had design issues resulting in fatalities caused solely by the airbags.

10. Airbags were offered once again as an option on the 1984 Ford Tempo automobile.

11. By 1988, Chrysler became the first company to offer airbag restraint systems as standard equipment.

12. In 1994, TRW began production of the first gas-inflated airbag. They are now mandatory in all cars since 1998.

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https://autojosh.com/the-history-of-the-airbag-some-things-to-know-about-the-airbag/

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Car Talk › How To Keep A Crack On A Windscreen From Spreading by AutoJoshNG(op): 2:47pm On Jun 19, 2019*

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A chip or crack on your windscreen can expand if not attended to early enough.

Here, I will put us through a tested method that one can use to prevent the expansion of a crack or chip on a windscreen.

And guess what, the material for the process is quite common, you might already own one.

Nail polish.

Yes. The regular nail polish. But the clear type. Not any of the coloured ones.

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The clear nail polish can be used to keep cracks or chips on windscreens from spreading.

When applied, it fills up the nooks and crannies of your small windshield chips and cracks and when it dries, helps to seal and protect it from the cold and elements that cause further cracking!

Mind you, before you apply the nail polish to ensure to clean the damaged area of your windscreen with soap and water. This is to ensure that specks of dirt are not trapped in the crack after you have applied the nail polish.

Once that is dry, simply apply a thin layer of clear nail polish to the damaged area and let dry.

See. It is not so hard.

Note, this method is not advised for large cracks windscreen. Instead, consult a professional windscreen repair technician or replaced your windscreens if they are severely damaged.

Remember, the nail polish method is best only for tiny chips and cracks on your windscreen.

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Travel › Trucks That Broke Down On Lagos Roads Within The Last 72 Hours (Photos) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:44pm On Jun 19, 2019

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Politics › Re: Rotimi Amaechi And The 2 Controversial Rail Projects by AutoJoshNG(op): 10:36am On Jun 19, 2019

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Politics › Rotimi Amaechi And The 2 Controversial Rail Projects by AutoJoshNG(op): 10:35am On Jun 19, 2019

Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, the former Governor of River state and Minister of Transportation in the last dispensation, is one man that courts controversies effortlessly.

The former Minister is also famous for declaring publicly that he has never accepted a bribe, and that he would not be tempted, much less yield, because he does not like money.

In the recently dissolved cabinet of President Mohammadu Buhari, Rotimi Amaechi was one of the most active and outstanding ministers.

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In the last 4 years, he was constantly in the news on account of several railway reconstructions and expansion projects around the country.

Rotimi Amaechi, during his stint as the governor of River state and as the Minister of transportation, had been the focus of several controversies.

Interestingly, some of the biggest controversies involving him centred on the cost of railway construction projects.

Autojosh highlights 2 of the controversial railway projects that Rotimi Amaechi has been embroiled in.

The Port Harcourt Monorail Project

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Rotimi Amaechi conceived the idea of the Port Harcourt Monorail project in 2008 during his first term as governor of River state.

The project was intended for mass transportation within the Port Harcourt metropolis.

While announcing the monorail project, Amaechi said it would be the first of its kind in West Africa.

Two companies bided for the contract: Urbanord, an American company and TSI, a local company owned by a one-time military administrator of Rivers State, Colonel Anthony Ukpo.

The foreign firm bided N25 billion to complete the Phase 1 which was a 12-kilometre distance in the design, while TSI quoted N50billion for the same distance. Amaechi opted for the indigenous firm.

However, this decision did not get the buy-ins of Amaechi’s cabinet.

When it became hard to get the endorsement of his cabinet members, he allegedly dissolved the cabinet to have his way and later reconstituted it after the contract award.

This accounting is according to a submission by the Director, Safety and Aviation, Engineer Says Antioch of the State Ministry of Transportation before Justice George Omwreji-led Judicial Commission of Inquiry on the Sale of Assets of the state by former Governor Amaechi.

The contract for the construction of the Port Harcourt monorail was designed to cover 12 kilometres at the cost of N50 billion.

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The first phase of the project was to cover Aggrey road through Station road- Azikiwe road-Aba road to Water lines junction.

In 2015, at the completion of Ameachi’s second term in office, the project had already been abandoned.

Sources said the work already done at the point of abandonment covered only 2.6kilometers. At that point, it had already gulped N33.9billion.

Many considered that spending as much as 33.9 billion on a 2.6-kilometre railway project was outrageous.

There had also been allegations that the cost of the project, compared with similar projects in other states, was suspicious.

Since Amaechi left office, the project has remained abandoned, as the current government, led by Governor Nyesom Wike, has distanced himself from the project.

Lagos-Ibadan railway

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In April 2017, the Federal Government announced that it had begun the construction of the Lagos-Ibadan standard gauge railway line.

The Goodluck Jonathan-led government originally contracted the project for nearly $1.5 billion.

However, the Buhari administration – under the supervision of the Rotimi Amaechi-led Ministry of Transportation – rewrote and renegotiated the contract with the Chinese construction firm handling the project, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC).

Multiple news reports said while the 156-km Lagos-Ibadan railway line is estimated to cost $2b.

The Line will run from Iddo in Lagos to Ibadan in Oyo State, passing through Abeokuta in Ogun State. It will also have an extension to the Apapa Ports Complex.

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However, in May this year, a news report published by a Ghanaian news media revealed the cost of a similar railway construction project in Ghana.

In the report, Ghana locked down its own standard gauge deal with another Chinese firm, which would also include the building of two terminals in addition to plans to establish local hubs to build locomotive coaches.

The Ghanaian railway line, which will run on a 340km track, will cost Ghana $2.2 billion.

The reports suggested that the Lagos-Ibadan railway project may have been significantly inflated considering the cost per distance of the two projects.

Since the Lagos-Ibadan railway project is roughly one-third shorter, without any significant differences in gauge-type, power source or terrain, many wondered how Ghana got a better deal with the Chinese.

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Car Talk › Is This The Most Monstrous Truck In Nigeria? (video) by AutoJoshNG(op): 1:54pm On Jun 17, 2019

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This monster truck is undoubtedly a car that fits most of our terrible Nigerian roads. You won’t be bothered with flooded roads if it should rain. No pothole on the road will intimidate you, and the danfo drivers will accord you some respects. Other drivers may even feel intimidated by its size and may not get too close to it.

A monster truck is a specialized truck with a heavy duty suspension, four-wheel steering, and oversized tyres constructed for competition and entertainment uses. They are originally created by modifying pickup trucks and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs).

This particular monster truck was spotted majestically moving in Lagos state of Nigeria.

Have you seen a truck more monstrous than this in Nigeria? Kindly let us know using the comment section.

Watch the video via the link HERE.

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Source: https://autojosh.com/most-monstrous-truck-nigeria/

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Travel › Re: 20-foot Container Falls Off Its Carrier Truck In Lagos (PHOTOS) by AutoJoshNG(op): 11:07am On Jun 17, 2019

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