A premier automative event, the Francistown Motor show is billed for the second city this Friday and Saturday at Toro Junction Mall.
The show which has a flare of lifestyle is expected to showcase the latest models and technology is the first of kind in Francistown, and has attracted over 32 exhibitors in the automotive industry and service provision.
“Francistown motor show being the first in the history of the city marks a significant milestone for the automotive industry and the cars enthusiasts. With 13 years’ experience in the motor vehicle industry, this is city is ready and has been wishing to have an event of such a nature,” said Joseph Khengere of Maverick Motor Events during a press conference, to officially unveil the event.
“Francistown’s time here and now good things are coming to this city, and the era to have all events, shows being held in Gaborone is over. It is time to spread our wings to other parts of the country,” said Khengere.
Khengere promised the Francistown motor show which is held in collaboration with Toro Junction Mall to be held every year, and to grow it going forward.
“Francistown is soon to be the next top-notch destination for motor show and other lifestyle events. The amazing thing about the people here is that they always the take up ownership of any initiative, and run with it,” explains Maverick Motor Events director.
The show which will be held over two days, will cater for both business and non-corporate clients, mixing business with pleasure for the children and family.
“We have attracted a wide array of exhibitors who have a lot to offer. The show will see the car dealers to clinch deals to with clients outside the showrooms, create leads for future business as well. Licenced drivers will be able to test drive the vehicles brought by the dealers.”
To the individuals and families, the director said this is an opportunity for them to shop for a vehicle together, have fun and make it a weekend outing as well.
For the motor vehicle enthusiasts, the big machines will also be on display, together with the classic vintages.
“A motor show is not complete if the fast cars are not on display. We will have a list of those spectacular, fast and furious wheels on show, to give the young ones something to look out for and talk about even after the show,” ended Khengere.
