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Monthly Archive: October 2012

From 1934!

Customized & Improvised · News & Events

A Glimpse into What Is On Offer at the Johannesburg Classic Fest 2012

  • October 25, 2012

Nasrec Expo Center, in the south of Johannesburg, will be the place to be on 28 October. The Big American V8 engines will be on show and so will be many homegrown bests. It will be quite an eyeful for a classic motor enthusiast. Come 28 October 2012, on a[...]

accident

Development & Industry · Trends & Opinions

Mass Transport Industry at Full Potential in Africa?

  • October 23, 2012

You have to think of it as a pressing issue, especially when you look at the number of accidents and the fatalities in those accidents, traffic jams and so on. Getting the tips from many drivers and passengers, the solutions for these problems are well within reach . Car manufacturers[...]

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Nairobi_matatu

Development & Industry · Trends & Opinions

Toyota in the African public service vehicle’s industry

  • October 23, 2012

The African public transport industry is very dynamic. It keeps changing quite so constantly. New and more relevant laws are fast replacing the old and obsolete laws of before. Transport codes and laws that incorporate new ideas and were previously non-existent are now being implemented. But what has really made[...]

super highway

Development & Industry · News & Events

The African Roads Now Going ‘Super’

  • October 23, 2012

The last decade or so has seen massive infrastructural development across all of Africa. The economies of many African states have now taken shape, particularly with the advent of democracy and accountable governance. These economies had unsuccessfully relied on agriculture as the main economic backbone for a long time. The[...]

car rally

Trends & Opinions

Reviving the African Motorsport

  • October 23, 2012

This may sound strange especially for the young readers born in the late 80′s and after. Only from history will they know that serious rallying-for competition happened in Africa. I hope this post will be an eye opener, digressing on the unknown issues pertaining Africa and motorsport. Many could be[...]

guzzlers

Development & Industry · Trends & Opinions

Do Guzzlers Drive in Africa?

  • October 23, 2012

Yes they do, but you better not buy one. Why would you have such a prompt answer so quick and ready? This is one of the situations when you know outright that danger is in the offing. Someone needs to say it as it is, ‘it is time to take[...]

technical

Customized & Improvised

Africa: Home of Vehicle Improvisation

  • October 23, 2012

When you take a tour of Africa, you will most likely meet improvised cars and truck toys made by young boys. It just starts this early in Africa! By the age of 11 boys will have made a stunning masterpiece to showcase and run around with as part of play.[...]

"Suzuki Jimmy"

The Best...

Best off road vehicles for African roads

  • October 23, 2012

African roads are not your ideal smooth, tarmacked and non-potholed roads. Most of them are actually far from it and could as well be called off roads. For the most comfortable drives when cruising these roads, a great vehicle is needed; One that can handle a rough terrain without stalling[...]

'Buying Car Insuarance'

Buying & Importing Cars · Trends & Opinions

What to Consider Before Purchasing Insurance for Your Car

  • October 23, 2012

Buying Insurance for your car is a very necessary part of owning a car. It may be costly but its necessity is indispensable. It is good for you too as the owner because you will then have a form of security over the asset you own which is the car.[...]

"Purchasing Used Japanese Cars"

Buying & Importing Cars · Featured Articles · Trends & Opinions

Useful Tips While Purchasing Used Japanese Cars

  • October 18, 2012

All over the world, Japanese cars are famous for their quality, affordability and style. Most people in Africa would love to own a new Japanese car but due to financial constraints, used Japanese cars still have a high demand. The process of acquiring a used Japanese car ought not to[...]

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