Under Economic Fire: Fuel Prices, Austerity & What Keeps You Moving
When Movement Becomes Survival Fuel prices are up again and the parts guy has also adjusted his prices. The daily cost of running a vehicle keeps rising. But in the midst of all that, cargo still needs to keep moving, customers still expect delivery, and today’s targets still have to be hit. For drivers, riders, […]
When the Road Fights Back: Delivering Under Unrest
During the week of July 7th, Kenya’s transport network was put to the test. Major roads were blocked, streets were deserted or flooded with unrest, and vehicles were either grounded or forced into dangerous, unpredictable detours. According to The Star Kenya, at least 31 people were reported dead, over 300 injured, and more than 270 […]
How We Treat the Most Vulnerable on the Road Says Everything About Us
Our Treatment of Special-Category Vehicles In Kenya today, vehicles meant to protect and serve, from school buses, ambulances, garbage trucks, to utility vans, are treated with astonishing disregard. This isn’t just bad road behavior. It’s a moral failure. It shows what we value, and more tragically, what we don’t. Zebra Crossings & Speed Zones: The Silent […]
How the New Rironi–Mau Summit Expressway Will Shape the Future of Road Travel in Kenya
Kenya’s road network is entering a transformative phase with the development of the 170 km Rironi–Mau Summit dual carriageway, a four-lane expressway designed to ease travel between Nairobi and the western regions of the country. The project, valued at Ksh 90 billion and structured under a public-private partnership model, is being delivered by contractors, including […]
Matatu Mayhem: Overloading, Reckless Overtaking & Lane Indiscipline
Every time you step onto a Kenyan road, whether as a driver, passenger, or pedestrian, you’re taking a gamble. And for many, that gamble ends in tragedy. A Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore According to NTSA data, matatus are involved in over 55% of reported road accidents in Nairobi. Behind these cold figures are […]
Inside Kenya’s Road Safety Action Plan 2024-2028: What Drivers Need to Know
On April 17, 2024, Mr. George Njau, Director General of the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), officially unveiled the National Road Safety Action Plan 2024–2028 during a ceremony at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. This five-year roadmap, designed in collaboration with the Ministry of Roads and Transport, iRAP, county governments, and donor partners, […]
The Science of Braking: How Heat and Friction Affect Your Brake Linings
When you hit the brakes, you expect your car to come to a stop. But have you ever taken the time to appreciate the high-stakes battle that goes down between heat and friction? Many Kenyan drivers don’t realize that every stop converts the vehicle’s kinetic energy into intense thermal energy. If your brake linings can’t […]
How to Replace Drum Brakes
Replacing drum brakes might sound intimidating, but it’s actually something many car owners can tackle with a little patience and the right tools. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the basics of how drum brakes work, how to know when they need replacing, and how to swap them out yourself safely. Whether you’re a […]
Brake Fluid Leaks
Ever spotted a small puddle under your car and brushed it off as nothing serious? If that fluid is coming from your brake system, it’s definitely something to worry about. Brake fluid leaks are more than just an inconvenience—they can seriously affect your stopping power and put your safety at risk. In this post, we’ll […]
How Brake Pads Work
Ever wondered what really happens when you press the brake pedal? It might seem like a simple motion, but a lot is going on behind the scenes, especially with your brake pads. These small yet powerful components play a major role in bringing your car to a safe stop whenever you hit the brakes. In […]
