Importing a vehicle into Kenya remains one of the most popular ways for individuals, businesses, ride-share operators, and fleet managers to acquire reliable, cost-effective cars—especially in a market where new-vehicle prices often exceed KSh 5–10 million for popular SUVs and saloons. In 2026, the process is tightly regulated by three core authorities: the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for customs valuation and taxation, the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) for pre-shipment conformity and age/roadworthiness compliance, and the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) for final registration and road-use approval. The landscape shifted significantly at the start of 2026. Effective January 1, 2026, KEBS enforced a stricter interpretation of the long-standing eight-year age limit under KS 1515:2000 (Code of Practice for Inspection of Road Vehicles) and Legal Notice No. 78 of 2020. Only Right-Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles whose year of first registration is January 1, 2019, or late...
In the automotive world, we often focus on the big upgrades—turbos, tires, and tunes. But one of the most critical factors for performance, fuel economy, and safety is often overlooked: precise tire pressure. Today, we’re looking at the ETENWOLF T300 Digital Tire Pressure Gauge , a tool that promises industrial-grade accuracy for the price of a few liters of fuel. The Technical Edge: Why "ANSI B40.7 Grade 2A" Matters Most consumer-grade tire gauges have a wide margin of error. The ETENWOLF T300, however, is calibrated to the ANSI B40.7 Grade 2A standard. In plain English, this means it’s accurate to within ±0.5% of its span. Whether you're airing down for off-road traction or prepping a heavy-duty RV for a long haul, you’re getting a professional-level reading. Key Features at a Glance Pressure Range: 3–200 PSI (Versatile enough for everything from bicycles to heavy-duty pickups and RVs). Thermal Compensation: Equipped with an AI chip that adjusts for extreme tempe...