Nord Wins CNG-powered Mini-bus, SUV Awards

Bennett  Oghifo

Fast growing indigenous auto company, Nord Automobiles, received two remarkable awards at the recently held 13th edition of the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) Award.

The award held at the Oriental hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, was graced by top auto industry players as well as other stakeholders.

Nord Automobiles, founded by a young enterprising Nigerian, Mr. Tobi Ajayi, went home with two of the famous awards, namely: CNG-powered mini-bus brand of the year and a special recogniition for the Nord A9, launched by the company into the local market earlier in the year.

Tobi Ajayi, who is the Executive Chairman of the company, said the recognition was a testimony to the acceptance of the brand in Nigeria.

He said the company’s investment in the CNG technology was its own way of supporting the CNG initiative of the President Bola Tinubu administration.

According to him, the Nord brand is fast becoming a household name, even as its patronage is growing both within the public and private sectors.

The Nord A9 is a three row Sports Utility vehicle (SUV) that can easily go for a family car, boosting ample leg room in the interior and generous ground clearance with its 2,820 mm wheel base.

With a fantastic fuel efficient capacity of 8.2 litre/100km, the SUV comes with modern sound system and latest auto electronics and info mechanisms for the comfort of occupants. It also comes with a self-park option.

Nord Automobiles is a leading Nigerian automobile manufacturer dedicated to producing high-quality vehicles tailored towards the needs of the customers. With a commitment to innovation, reliability, and sustainability, Nord says it aims to drive Nigeria’s automotive industry forward while making a positive impact on society.

The company says its focus is on “delivering quality expertise in the value chain – which includes designing, sourcing, development, assembling, distribution, marketing, provision of sales and after-sales service of our unique Nigerian branded automobiles.

“Our fleet of Nigerian branded vehicles include the Nord Tank, Nord Max, Nord Tusk, Nord Flit, Nord A3 Sedan, Nord A5 SUV, Nord A7 SUV, Nord A9, Nord Yarn, Nord Tripper, Nord Demir and more.”

Aside from the assembly and distribution of quality automobiles, the company says it also provides services such as Scheduled Maintenance Services, Warranty Coverage, 24/7 Roadside Assistance, Genuine Parts and Accessories, Technical Support, Customer Feedback and Improvement, Exclusive Offers and Promotions.