Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | CFAO Motors has introduced the all-new Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid Electric, marking a transformative addition to Uganda’s automotive landscape. This self-charging hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) seamlessly blends Toyota’s expertise in hybrid technology with the country’s increasing focus on eco-friendly driving, according to the company’s Managing …
Read More »Castrol, Rubis Energy launch a wide range of Castrol Lubricants
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Castrol and RUBiS Energy Uganda have partnered to launch Castrol oil lubricant products in Uganda. Castrol oils are readily available at over 54 RUBiS Energy Uganda stations countrywide, executives said on Oct.18. Castrol has a wide range of oils and fluids suited for the various …
Read More »Things to consider while buying a car
When buying a car you need to test drive it. Do not just look at the interior and exterior then select the car you want | THE INDEPENDENT | Tired of taking the bus, walking to various venues and it is now time to buy a car. Before you buy a …
Read More »Driving stress free in jam
Look out for the Adaptive Cruise Control function City traffic jams have become a nightmare. The hours of sitting in jam require some drivers to adopt strict stress relief techniques. Listening to soft music is one. However, there are other major unreported problems with traffic jams; accidents occur when disoriented …
Read More »Lexus drone points to future motoring
It’s a car that comes with its own dronelike valet to carry your luggage or bring in the groceries. And it has a glass roof that can project an image of a star-fiiled sky at night, screen videos or provide navigation assistance. | THE INDEPENDENT | Luxury car maker Lexus …
Read More »The cheapest car to run
Kia, Suzuki, Rav4 and more |THE INDEPENDENT | New survey reveals the most affordable – and most expensive – new models to own and operate in 2019 The Royal Automotive Club of Victoria (RACV) has released the results of its annual running costs survey, and the results might surprise you. …
Read More »The mighty air filter
The engine lungs you often ignore | MOTORING GURU | Unless it is an Electronic Vehicle, your vehicle uses what is called a combustion engines; meaning it is propelled by the mixing of air (oxygen) and fuel in a combustion chamber to create heat energy. An average car engine needs …
Read More »When your tyre bursts
Save driving tips in highway emergency | MOTORING GURU | Imagine you are driving at 140km/hr or over and your vehicle tyre bursts; what is the right way to react? A wrong move could lead to major problems; including loss of vehicle and lives. Therefore, all drivers need to be …
Read More »Vehicle fuel economy ratings
Mitsubishi Triton case shows why you should be concerned Fuel economy ratings given by vehicle manufacturers are being questioned following a landmark decision by a consumer tribunal in the Supreme Court of Victoria State in Australia. The Victoria consumer tribunal awarded a full refund to a Mitsubishi Triton owner who …
Read More »These car repairs will cost you
But you can avoid them Owning a car also brings to responsibilities; maintaining it and repairing it. Maintenance is done when the car is not broken and repair follows when the car is broken. Generally, maintenance costs less than repair. That is why we bring you these tips about some …
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