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The automotive world is full of diverse SUVs, but one in particular seems to have its radiator filled with water straight from the fountain of youth. The ever-young SUV that I refer to is non-other than the Toyota Venza. Let me give you a little back story... First Generation Toyota Venza (2008-2017); Source: Lexus of Edmonton (YouTube) I first saw a Venza in 2011 and  I remember vividly that it was gold coloured . As a young chap in JS1 who was home for the midterm,  I had followed my mum for school runs on that faithful day and we happened to park just beside this gold coloured beauty.  Unlike today, only a handful of people owned Venzas at the time. So, I stared in awe at the sleek looking car wondering what it was.   It had the dimensions of an SUV or what y'all refer to as a 'jeep', but it also looked like a wagon, because it didn't have so much ground clearance. I came down from my mums car and went behind the mystery car to look at the name. Lo and behold, I w...

A Duel of Automotive Titans In the realm of high-performance automobiles, very few names command respect, with Bugatti and Koenigsegg being one of those. These two automotive titans have consistently pushed the boundaries of speed, power, and luxury, captivating car enthusiasts worldwide. Without further ado, let's dive into the exhilarating rivalry between these two iconic brands. Source:  YouTube (Shmee150) Bugatti: The Legacy of Luxury and Performance Founded in 1909 by Ettore Bugatti, the French automaker has a rich history of producing exquisite and powerful vehicles. Known for their elegant design, exceptional craftsmanship, and ground breaking engineering. Bugatti over the years has become synonymous with automotive excellence. Key Models: Bugatti Chiron: This hypercar boasts a mind-boggling 1,500 horsepower (hp), allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in under 2.5 seconds.  Bugatti Chiron; Source: Bugatti   Bugatti Veyron: Another legendary model that once he...

When people hear the word 'Rover', they immediately insert the prefix, 'Range' before it. Images of different luxury Range Rover SUVs immediately fill their mind. What many people do not realise is that before the likes of the Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar, there was the Rover sedan. More so, without the Rover we  would  probably not have the Range Rover to begin with. Rover 75. Source: British GQ I had always seen Rover cars, but I never gave it much thought. But sometime in the year, there was a Rover 620i sedan parked in front the male medical ward of my school clinic. Whenever I passed by the ward, I would notice the green coloured Rover sedan sitting pretty. I knew it had to be for a patient or a relative, but I never met the owner until the day it disappeared after a month.    T he Rover 620i sedan parked outside the Male Medical Ward in the video above. Do well to check it out. Rover 620i Sedan in Nigeria The Rover is a British automotive brand that ...

2nd Generation Pathfinder (1995 - 2004) The vehicle we will be discussing about today needs zero introduction. For a very long time in Nigeria, this vehicle was a sign of wealth. Any man who took a Chieftaincy title, bought this car the very next week to show everyone that he had arrived. At least one person on every street had a 2nd Generation Nissan Pathfinder. It is also important to note that the 2nd Generation Nissan Pathfinder was also sold as the Nissan Terrano Regulus in the Middle East and as the Infinity QX4 in the European and American market as a more luxurious version of the base Nissan Pathfinder. Infinity QX4 Why was the Nissan Pathfinder so Popular back then? Sedan vehicles ruled the streets of Nigeria up until the early 2000's when Nigerian movies began to portray having a "Jeep" as a status symbol. In those movies, you would see someone return from abroad or become a big business man in Lagos, only to return to the village with a "Jeep". The ch...

Definition of terms; 1. What is a Classic Car?:  A classic car is typically an automobile that is 25 years or older. For some parties, a car that is 20 year old is already a classic car. This means that cars produced in the year 2000 such as the Nissan Micra of Ibadan, Toyota  Camry  (Pencil Light), Honda Accord (Baby Boy), among others which are still very common on our roads will officially become classic cars by next year (2025). Top: Honda Accord (Baby Boy); Middle: Nissan Micra of Ibadan; Bottom: Toyota Camry (Pencil Light)   2. Where is Cuba?: Cuba, officially the Republic of Cuba, is an island country, located where the northern Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and Atlantic Ocean meet. This is not a geography class, so I will not go further trying to explain Cuba's longitudes and latitudes. All you need to know is that Cuba is a small island country that is located just beside the United States of America (USA). This close proximity between Cuba and USA, ma...

Two weekends ago, we discussed about some vehicles with unique design language that easily set them apart from other vehicles. For his weekend, we are going to continue from where we stopped and without further ado, let's dive right in. 1. The G-Wagon Boxy Design I first laid my two “koro koro” eyes on a G-Wagon in JSS 2. On that very day, it was vacation and Senior Osazuwa of blessed memory, along with his older brother were picked in a G-Wagon. Nowadays the G-Wagon is a common vehicle to spot, but back then it was quite rare. I remember seeing a boxy vehicle approach from afar and I immediately knew that it was a G-wagon. Coupled with that side exhaust that is almost deafening, what a sight it was to behold. Over the years, the G-Wagon has had some copy cats, like the one seen above which is a Chinese copy cat. Our very own Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) has a G-Wagon look alike. Nonetheless, the G-Wagon easily stands out from every other vehicle on the road. 2. Mustang Rear...