Kenya’s Automotive Revolution: Local Assembly, Chinese Disruption, and the Future of Mobility The Kenyan automotive landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the market was defined by a binary choice: expensive new imports or the vibrant, yet unregulated, second-hand trade. However, as we look at the industry today, a new era of industrial localization, aggressive Chinese market penetration, and legislative reform is reshaping how Kenyans buy and drive vehicles. At vocheseleon , we are tracking these developments to provide you with the expertise needed to navigate this evolving market. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. The Return of the Giants: Local Assembly Rebounds After years of stagnation, Kenya is witnessing a resurgence in local vehicle assembly. Global powerhouses like Volkswagen (VW) and Peugeot have signaled their confidence in the region by resuming local production. A centerpiece of this revival is the Kenya ...
When Polyphony Digital released the first Gran Turismo in late 1997, it didn't just launch a racing game; it established a new digital hierarchy for the automotive world. Before the rigid "Groups" of modern sim-racing, the original title relied on a more organic, performance-based classification that mirrored real-world car culture and the booming Japanese tuning scene. This ecosystem, built on a groundbreaking physics engine, defined a generation of gearheads. The Core Divisions: Arcade Mode and the RM System The structure of car classes was fundamentally split between the immediate gratification of Arcade Mode and the deep progression of the Simulation Mode (GT Mode).Arcade Classes (A, B, and C): These provided an easy entry point. Class C featured entry-level Japanese hatchbacks like the Mazda Demio, where handling and momentum were key. Class B represented the "Golden Era" of 90s sports cars, including the Nissan Silvia and Subaru Impreza WRX. Class A was r...