Social media users are in stitches after a Ghanaian man was spotted cruising around in what many have nicknamed “Yamatiz 2026.”
In a video sighted by Ghanaian blogger King Bygone, a taxi driver appears to have transformed a Daewoo Matiz into a motorbike-style ride. The small city car, once a common sight on Ghana’s roads, has been stripped and modified into a tricycle-like machine that now moves more like a motorbike than a car.
From a distance, you can still recognize the Matiz front. But the body has been reworked, making it narrower and lighter, with visible alterations that give it that “motor king” feel.
And the internet? It did not hold back.
“This one is Yamatiz 2026,” one user joked — a playful mashup of Yamaha motorbikes and the Matiz brand. The name stuck almost immediately. Others described it as “Ghana hard engineering,” while some simply called it survival tactics in tough economic times.
Many praised the creativity. In a country where spare parts and fuel prices can frustrate drivers, some see this as pure innovation — turning what you have into what you need.
But not everyone is impressed. A section of users questioned the safety of the modification and whether it would pass inspection by authorities. Some asked how it balances on the road and whether it’s legally registered.
Still, love it or doubt it, one thing is clear — the video has sparked conversation nationwide. Only in Ghana can a retired taxi become a trending motorbike overnight.
And for now, “Yamatiz 2026” remains the internet’s latest invention.
And as expected, social media users didn’t waste time reacting.
One user, 233Sparrow, asked the question on everyone’s mind:
“So will you register it as car or motorcycle 😂😂😂”
Another commenter, FIQ, joked:
“DVLA watching you bring this in… 😂😂😂”
Then came the naming ceremony.
Laka wrote:
“This one is Yamatiz 2026.”
KofiGhanatv added fuel to it:
“Yamaha Matiz 2026 😂😂😂”
And Amos_cliff broke it down perfectly:
“The name must be Yamatiz… That’s Yamaha and Matiz.”
The creativity didn’t stop there. While some found it funny, others were cautious.
Ckman warned:
“The company can sue you.”
But not everyone was skeptical. Some actually loved the idea.
3D Signs City commented:
“Bro I need one. Nice idea. I love it.”
From laughter to admiration to concern, the reactions show just how creative — and unpredictable — Ghanaian innovation can be. Whether it’s survival tactics or pure engineering curiosity, one thing is certain: the so-called “Yamatiz 2026” has officially entered the chat.
And as for registration? Well… we’re all waiting to see what happens next.
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