[caption id="attachment_8335" align="aligncenter" width="714"] The VW Beetle[/caption] The VW Beetle is one of the most exceptional success stories in the history of making cars. Adolf Hitler had this idea of an affordable automobile for the German people and so he charged an engineer by the name Ferdinand Porsche with the responsibility of designing a low-cost vehicle for his idea. Ferdinand…

Transport is a major economic activity in Kenya and besides the positive return on investment, it employs thousands of people. Given the chaotic nature of public transport in Kenya and more so in urban transport, many people are turning away from the madness of matatus to more sober alternative means of transport . [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Uber business[/caption] We…

Introduction The Mercedes Benz X-Class is a luxury 5-Seater pickup that is built on the same platform as the Nissan Navara. Much as they share a platform they are divergent in many ways and the X-Class is by leaps and bounds an advanced car. Then Kenyan market is warming up to luxury pickups and many are drawn to the promise…

1.Toyota Land Cruiser The Land Cruiser is known for being rugged, durable, reliable and utilitarian. Leading the pack is the Land Cruiser J70 series that is offered in pickup and hardtop configurations. So durable are these cars that it’s rumored they will survive a nuclear extinction besides cockroaches. These cars command prime dollar whatever the age and there’s always a…

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV and it aims to tap into the growing electric/hybrid market. Hybrid cars have been making a steady entry into the Kenyan market but electric cars are yet to find acceptance. This is not a consumer problem per se but a lack of infrastructure and lack of government incentives. In…

1. Toyota Prius The Toyota Prius is the world’s first mass produced hybrid and for a long time, it has been the yardstick with which hybrid compacts have been measured. It’s commonplace for new entrants to be compared and contrasted against the Prius. Read More [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Toyota Prius[/caption] 2. Honda Insight Without question, the future belongs to…

1. Mazda CX-5 The Mazda CX-5 is an exceptional car both aesthetically and technologically. It strikes a perfect balance between elegance and brawn which appeals to both a masculine and feminine clientele. Pros: Affordable, Universal appeal, fun to drive, affordable Cons: Unproven reliability in the Kenyan market. Needs time. Read the full review here: https://topcar.co.ke/vehicle/2013-mazda-cx-5-review/ Buy the Mazda CX-5 here: https://cars.topcar.co.ke/search/vehicle?make=88&model=324&year=0…

1. Never be desperate The path to losing your hard earned money or your valuable car starts by you being desperate for one reason or the other. Conmen are adept at appealing to your desires and more so when you’re desperate. This is usually seen in people who are looking to sell quickly due to financial distress. Any offer of…

Below is the list of 5 cars we have voted to be the best for Uber or similar businesses. We will give links to where you can buy these cars at best prices in Kenya and detailed reviews for each.   1. Mazda Demio The Mazda Demio’s has gained popularity in Kenya in a fairly short amount of time thanks…

There are so many questions that come to mind when choosing the best cars to buy in Kenya. You must consider certain factors like price, model, age, fuel economy and reliability so as to get the right car that suits your needs. Apart from that, you have a wide selection of cars to choose which can be confusing without any…