Driving at night in Kenya is not for the faint-hearted. Between unpredictable potholes, dazzling headlights, and that one mkokoteni with no reflectors, it can feel like playing GTA on nightmare mode. But here’s the truth: with the right techniques and a reliable car, night driving doesn’t have to
Buying a used car in Kenya should feel like a win - but if you’ve ever been sold a “clean car” that turns into a garage regular, you know it’s not always rosy. From shady paperwork to cars that look solid but drive like wheelbarrows, there’s a
Picture this: You’re cruising through Nairobi, the rain starts pouring like it’s trying to wash away your sins, and suddenly your wipers decide “tumefika mwisho.” Now you're squinting through streaks, praying not to miss a boda, and wondering why your life feels like an action movie
Ladies, let’s talk garages. You drive in needing an oil change. You drive out with: * A bill bigger than your monthly rent, * An "engine detox" you didn’t ask for, and * A lemon-scented air freshener like it's supposed to soften the blow. "Madam, this
Selling your car in Kenya shouldn’t feel like a full-time job-but for most people, it does. One moment you’re posting your car online, the next you’re fending off 11pm texts that start with, “Niko na 250k cash sai.” Sound familiar? Between brokers you’ve never met advertising
How to Avoid Getting Scammed & Check a Car’s Ownership Like a Pro Buying a used car in Kenya can be the start of freedom - or a very expensive mistake. It’s a bit like dating someone you met on the ‘gram: looks good online, but if you
You’re crawling through Waiyaki Way traffic. A matatu just did a stunt that would get it banned from Fast & Furious: Nairobi Drift. You look ahead and - yep - it’s another Toyota. Again. At this point, it’s less of a coincidence and more of a national
Your engine has a mysterious cough. The windscreen’s been cracked since last December. There’s a suspicious dent from a “harmless” tuk tuk encounter on Mombasa Road. Now that you’re thinking of selling, these little flaws suddenly scream “potential deal-breaker.” So - should you fix them or pass
Let’s get real: fuel prices in Kenya are now rivaling rent, and hybrid cars are no longer just for environmentalists or people trying to look “tech-savvy.” They’re officially a mainstream survival strategy. But buying a used hybrid in Kenya? That’s a different story. It can feel like
"Karibu!" said the car dealer, flashing a smile that didn’t quite make it to his eyes. "This Toyota Fielder is only 1.2 million shillings. Special price just for you!" If you've ever stood in a Nairobi car yard wondering whether to laugh,
Thinking of importing a used car after July 1st, 2025? You might want to read this first. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of how import duties are calculated for second-hand cars. The updated Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) schedule replaces the 2019 benchmarks and could
If you’ve ever parked your car in Nairobi and said a quick prayer - or side-eyed a suspicious boda rider - you’re not being paranoid. You’re being Kenyan. Let’s be honest: car theft in Kenya is still a big thing. Even though numbers are dropping slowly,