The Heavy-Duty Workhorse: Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 Review Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Vocheseleon earns from qualifying purchases. This means if you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. For truck and SUV owners, the "holy grail" of tires is one that can haul a heavy load on Tuesday, survive a gravel worksite on Thursday, and provide a whisper-quiet highway ride for the family road trip on Saturday. The Michelin Defender LTX M/S (and its upgraded successor, the MS2 ) is the industry standard for this exact balance. Why This Specific Spec Matters: LT265/75R16 In the automotive world, the numbers on the sidewall tell the real story. The model we’re discussing today is a Load Range E (10-ply) tire. Here’s why that’s a "value-add" for your rig: Maximum Payload: With a load index of 123/120 , each tire can support up to 3,415 lbs . If you are towing a boat or hauling a camper, you need this reinfo...
Introduction: The Need for Seven Seats The 7-seater segment is crucial in Kenya, catering to growing families, large households, and the burgeoning shuttle/PSV business. While spaciousness is paramount, the high cost of petrol means fuel economy is the single most important metric. What saves you KES 5 per kilometer on a daily run translates to thousands saved monthly. This article reviews the most popular 7-seater Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPVs) and SUVs imported to Kenya, giving a realistic assessment of their fuel consumption and overall running costs. We analyze the trade-offs between space, ground clearance, and the fuel efficiency promised by modern (often hybrid) engines. II. MPV & 7-Seater Fuel Economy Comparison We focus on the most popular imported Japanese models, as they dominate the Kenyan market: Model Engine Type (Common) Average Real-World Economy Best For Running Cost Note Toyota Sienta $1.5\text{L}$ Hybrid $20 - 24 \text{ km/L}$ City use, small fa...