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The practice in countries where drivers keep right.
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The African Autos

Tracing the History of the Keep Right and Keep Left Rules in Africa

  • July 12, 2013

If an American goes to England, his first reaction is : OMG!! They drive on the wrong side of the road! However, mostly except for Britain and her former colonies in Africa, Asia and other places, many countries road rules are predominantly right. In many countries in the world today,[...]

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Development & Industry

Africa’s Economy Boom Needs More Infrastructure

  • July 10, 2013

When you have an economy that is growing in leaps and bounds, then the only logical thing is to ensure that all related sectors are working in the same speed to aid in the smooth sailing of the growth. The African continent is made up of developing states that are[...]

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Featured Articles

Where Roads Kill Many In Africa: Whose Responsibility?

  • July 8, 2013

Many times, you have seen news of severe road accidents crowding the social media, radio stations and TV channels. In fact, barely a week passes without reading or hearing news of accidents on African roads. No African country can claim immunity to road accidents. Who are to blame for the[...]

The Nyumbu truck produced at the Tanzania Automotive Technology Centre.
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The African Autos

Tanzania Automotive Technology Center 28 Years Later

  • July 5, 2013

During the first quarter of this year, AfroAutos looked at some of the earliest attempts by African states at developing and manufacturing vehicles from local resources and technical know-how. Most of the states chose to vest this mandate on institutions of higher learning, mainly the universities. Notable among these include[...]

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Development & Industry

Mobile Money Transfer To Pay Traffic Fines In Kenya

  • July 3, 2013

Launched at the Kibera Law Courts by Chief Justice Willy Mutunga in late 2012, this program received apprehension and praise in equal measure from the public and the transport sector players. Dubbed the Faini Chap Chap Mpesa, it was set to assist take care of traffic offenses fast in Nairobi.[...]

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Development & Industry

What Cars Are Popular In Africa For Transportation?

  • July 1, 2013

This might seem a straightforward question to ask. However, you might as well discover how things have changed, as some cars are more popular for particular transportation than others are. You will also discover that particular cars are customized for particular transportation. Having said that, let us discover these cars![...]

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Technology

Top Car Features For 2013

  • June 28, 2013

In the spirit of competition, manufacturers in the automotive industry are coming up with high-end innovations that keep up with the latest technology. These innovations are aimed at providing security, connectivity and convenience to car users. The year 2013 has seen few car brands spot unique features thus standing out[...]

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Development & Industry

Keyless Entry Cars: Stylish Insecurity?

  • June 26, 2013

We all are looking for ways to make things easier and the keyless entry technology in the automotive industry was a blessing. Picture how awesome it can be to just press a small button and your car door opens without having to enter and turn a key. This gets rid[...]

Snapshot of one of the top car selling websites in Kenya.
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Buying & Importing Cars

The Top Car selling Websites and Blogs in Kenya – What Tools Will You Find?

  • June 24, 2013

The business of selling cars and parts has grown in complexity beyond layman’s understanding. Technology has taken over most business transactions and the auto sales segment is not an exception. Sale of both used and new vehicles has found a ‘new home’ on the internet platform, and what a display[...]

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Development & Industry

Bus And Boat: The Bus That Goes Swimming

  • June 21, 2013

It is only in Bond movies that we are used to vehicles that convert into airplanes, robots, motorcycles and boats. Well, some will just remain in the movies for the moment but there are vehicles that turn into boats. Meet the Amfibus. This bus can move on land and on[...]

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