Auto Site for Africa by Africans
The motor industry has come a long way, going back several decades ago and involving numerous inventions from many greats who contributed in one way or another to the advancement of the multi-billion industry that we know today. Of course some of the inventions were monumental and fundamental landmarks, with[...]
Development & Industry · Technology
Cars have come a long way, and though Africa is not the cradle for cars, we watch mesmerized because we know that one day, these amazingly advanced cars will reach Africa. The continent is fast becoming a very lucrative market with time. From the invention of the steam powered vehicle[...]
The Chinese strategy for Africa can be summed up in four words, simply as ‘cheap for emerging economies’. This is not to forget that the Chinese manufacturers, not only in the auto industry, invest adequate time to manufacture high quality products for the already established economies such as Europe, Americas[...]
A hush fell on the Kenya’s public transport industry when the new integrated national transport policy was announced for implementation back in the year 2010. The policy whose aim was to abolish use of the then 14-seater minivans in the provision of public transport services had a broader objective: to[...]
The battle for Africa by the SUV makers is a difficult one to end because there is always a new SUV designed and made for the African roads and lifestyle. And while some SUVs may appear as though they are winning the battles, the war is far from over; actually,[...]
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[...]
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.[...]
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![...]
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[...]
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[...]
