Baraza JM CONTROL SURFACES This is the second installment of a six-part series of essays in which I try to conceptualise the car of the future based on past developments, current trends and whatever little insider information I might gather from random car manufacturers. Having discussed propulsion systems, the focus today is on control surfaces, or “the … Read more
We put Car Clinic temporarily on hold as we delve into a series of articles taking a long, critical look at the motor vehicle from bumper to bumper, fender to fender, trafficator to trunnion, thinking about what was, what is, and what will probably be. This is a series of essays that will, hopefully, open … Read more
I am an avid reader of your column and finally, here I am with a problem. I have a Toyota Runx whose problem is the engine cutting off when in motion. This happens frequently, sometimes three times on a 50km trip. I have been to several mechanics who have tried changing the fuel filter, cleaning … Read more
Hi Baro! (Sounds cool, right?) I am planning to acquire a car locally, given that the cost of importing cars has now skyrocketed, thanks to the new excise duty rates. Most of the people I ask for advice tell me that I am better off importing a car from Japan than buying one locally but hey, … Read more
Hi Jim, I have been a discreet enthusiast of your articles on matters automobile and I am compelled to say that you demystify and debunk the myths with ease. In fact, if you are a Catholic, I would initiate your beatification sooner rather than later. That aside, I would like to buy either a Jaguar … Read more
Hi Baraza, Thanks for the good work you are doing. I can personally attest that i have grown in leaps and bounds in terms of my knowledge and passion for cars. Keep up the good work! I have three questions; 1) Last year in February, i wrote to you about my Toyota Corolla E80 fondly … Read more
Dear JM, Like wine, your column gets sweeter everyday. Kudos. 1. I am in love with the VW Touareg although I have never driven one. How good is it compared with a typical Prado? I am saving to buy one from Japan. Please advise before I RTGS the funds to Japan. 2. My Honda CRV … Read more
You like using apps, don’t you? You feel tech-savvy and so in touch with the times that you even have an app that tells you how much in touch with the times you are, right? You have an app to manage your other apps. Everything electronic you own is less than a year old and … Read more
You like using apps, don’t you? You feel tech-savvy and so in touch with the times that you even have an app that tells you how much in touch with the times you are, right? You have an app to manage your other apps. Everything electronic you own is less than a year old and … Read more
Hope this email finds you well. I’m a college student currently in my third year. I’m planning to buy a car in a few weeks and honestly I don’t know which to go for. However, there are a few things in the car. 1. Reasonable budget and cheap to maintain. For a student, the main … Read more