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...
I. Introduction: Your Car as an Investment Most assets appreciate; cars depreciate. However, in the Kenyan market, this rule is often bent, especially for high-demand, reliable models. The rate at which your car loses value is one of the largest, yet least planned, costs of ownership. A car with high resale value acts as a shield, returning a larger portion of your initial investment. This guide breaks down the unique factors that influence depreciation in Kenya and identifies the car models that are essentially 'money in the bank' versus those that become financial burdens over time. II. Key Factors Driving Depreciation in Kenya While global factors like age and mileage apply, the Kenyan market is heavily skewed by specific local dynamics: 1. Spares Availability and Mechanic Familiarity (The Toyota Factor) Impact: Massive. The easier a car is to fix and the cheaper its spare parts, the slower it depreciates. Brands with vast local parts networks ( Toyota, Nissan, Su...