The introduction of Electric Vehicles (EVs) dates back to the 18th century before it slackened naturally owing to the competition posed by steam-powered and gasoline engines thanks to their affordability, convenience, and mileage. Inaccessibility of charging infrastructure led to its natural death but decades on, electric vehicles have resurged this time seconded by a majority of countries who are championing efforts to mitigate the ramifications of climate change. Electric Vehicles (EVs) are not only offering an alternative to diesel & petrol-powered engines to car enthusiasts and users but also heavily shaping the future of the automobile industry. Below are the top 5 Electric Vehicles to watch out for in 2024/2025. TESLA MODEL 3 Tesla is among the pioneer companies that largely contributed to the resurgence of electric vehicles. It has revolutionized the EV industry offering a harmonious blend of technology, performance, and range. Its…

The Mercedes C180 is part of the C-Class Range which is the entry level class for Mercedes executive cars. It’s the first in the C-Class lineup and it comes with base engines and equipment which makes it more affordable. The Mercedes C-Class is particularly desirable because it combines affordability and luxury in one package which appeals to the global masses. It competes with the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Toyota Lexus lS, VW Passat, Subaru Legacy and Toyota Mark X. Mercedes C180 Engine and Transmission Options The C180 comes with a Turbocharged 1.6 Litre 154PS petrol engine that is linked to either a 6-speed manual transmission or 7-speed 7G-Tronic Plus automatic transmission. Mercedes C180 Interior  The C-Class is a fairly spacious car with an executive cabin that is well laid out and comfortable to sit in. The Artico leather though not genuine is convincing…

The Mitsubishi Canter also known as the Mitsubishi Fuso Canter is a line of small to medium-sized trucks and buses that have been in production since 1963. In Kenya, the Mitsubishi Canter is the most popular truck and its renown for being reliable and hardy. In fact, the Canter is synonymous with small trucks so much that any truck of its size is simply referred to as a Canter. These trucks have been hauling luggage on our roads for many years and they are favored by small and large businesses alike. Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Generations First Generation Type T720: 1963 – 1968 Second Generation Type T90: 1968-1973 Third Generation Type T200: 1973 – 1978 Fourth Generation Type FE1: 1978 – 1985 Fifth Generation Type FE3: 1985 – 1993 Sixth Generation Type FE5/6: 1993 – 2002 Seventh Generation Type FE7: 2002 – 2011 Eighth Generation…

The Mitsubishi Pajero Mini is a 4-seater small SUV that was in production from 1993 to 2013. As the name suggests, it’s in theory a smaller version of the Pajero and it was conceptualized to maximize on the name while bringing economy and affordability to the equation. It never attained widespread success in Kenya and this is somewhat ironic considering its excellent fuel economy and good ground clearance. Generally, 3-door cars don’t do well in Kenya as most people prefer proper family cars which the Pajero Mini is unfortunately not. But for people looking for an economical car for the daily commute to the office or for weekend getaways, then the Pajero Mini fits the bill. Mitsubishi Pajero Mini Generations First Generation (H51/56A) – 1994 – 1998 Second Generation (H53/58A) – 1998 – 2013 Mitsubishi Pajero Mini Engines and Drivetrain The Second generation Pajero…

Cost of Importing a Honda Civic from Japan to Kenya Year of Manufacture Price (Final) Buy It 2015 Honda Civic Ksh. 900,000 Click to Order 2014 Honda Civic Ksh. 1,000,000 Click to Order Benefits of Importing the Honda Civic for yourself You save money – It’s cheaper to import the Honda Civic than to buy it locally You get a wider choice of cars to select from – When importing from Japan, the selection is wide and you get to specify things such as color, interior trim, rims, sunroof etc. You get a clean car – When you import the car for yourself, you get to specify the grade you want, the mileage and the overall condition of the car. You get an accident free car – The transparency in Japan is very high and you will have access to the car’s history before…

The Honda Life is a 4-seater mini wagon that was in intermittent production from 1971 to 2014. It’s a small boxy car that is classified as a Kei car in Japan-meaning the smallest class of cars. It’s ideal for short urban commutes for passengers or for deliveries. It’s production ended in 2014 and it was succeeded by the Honda N-WGN. The 5th generation Honda Life that was in production from 2008 to 2014 is based on the concept known as Daily Smile Technology that is considered to be easy to drive with excellent visibility and also environmentally friendly. It comes with safety features such as driver i-SRS, ABS with EBD, Brake Assist and Honda Smart Parking Assist System. On the Inside, the Honda Life is neat and functional with a well laid out dashboard and easily accessible dials. The legroom is decent and can…