Carloha Nigeria Brings Electric Cars to Okpekpe Road Race

When Carloha Nigeria showed up to the Okpekpe International Road Race on May 30, they brought more than just timing equipment. They brought a glimpse of Nigeria's electric future on four wheels.

The authorized Chery vehicle dealer turned the annual 10km race in Edo State into an unexpected test drive opportunity. While athletes pushed their limits on the course, hundreds of spectators lined up to experience something many had never seen: electric cars and modern mobility technology.

The centerpiece was the iCAR electric vehicle, which caught the eye of former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole. When he took it for a spin, conversations about electric mobility rippled through the crowd of athletes, families and local leaders.

Carloha's HIMLA pickup truck served double duty at the event. The vehicle carried the race's giant timing clock throughout the competition, proving its reliability while thousands watched. After crossing the finish line with race operations, it joined the Tiggo 9 and Tiggo 8 Pro models in attracting curious visitors.

The company's exhibition pavilion became one of the day's main attractions. Test drives gave people hands-on experience with features most Nigerians only see in advertisements: advanced safety systems, intelligent technology and smooth performance.

Former Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu stopped by to praise the company's approach. Supporting athletic excellence while introducing innovative transportation solutions created a natural fit for an event celebrating human potential.

The Ripple Effect

Carloha's strategy shows how companies can support community events while advancing bigger goals. The Okpekpe race already promotes healthy living and athletic achievement across Nigeria. Adding exposure to electric vehicles and modern automotive technology expanded that mission.

The event introduced emerging mobility solutions to government officials, traditional rulers and business leaders in one place. General Manager Felix Mahan explained that the goal went beyond showcasing products to contributing to an event that builds national pride.

The company also promoted its CarlohaCare 6-6-7 package, offering six years of free service, a six-year warranty and a seven-day repair promise. Making vehicle ownership more accessible supports the same endurance and commitment the race celebrates.

Sports events create perfect opportunities for innovation to meet community. When a pickup truck becomes race equipment and spectators become test drivers, everyone wins. Carloha proved that supporting excellence means showing up with solutions people can actually experience, not just admire from a distance.