Looking for Auto Parts? Learn to spot the Genuine from the Fake!

Many have said that Africa has constantly been used as a dumping ground for poor-quality goods, and when you look at it from an auto parts perspective, there could unfortunately be truth in this statement. The continent seems to be full of counterfeit parts, so much so that it is almost impossible to come across a genuine part when needed. And when you do manage to have a genuine part installed in your car, it gets stolen in high-crime areas rather quickly. So how can you find a genuine part among all the counterfeits? If you are a car owner, you want to make sure your quality vehicle is getting quality repairs, and imitative parts will work less effectively. Here are a few guidelines to help you in finding genuine parts.

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BE FORWARD’s Footballs Across Africa – Tanzania

On May 20th, one of our staff at the BE FORWAD Tanzania office visited the Sober Home Rehabilitation Center in Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam, to follow up on a football.

In September 2013, BE FORWAD donated a total of 50 footballs to various educational and social institutions throughout 11 countries in Africa. One of those balls made its way to the Sober Home Rehabilitation Center.

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Save Money! How to Change the Oil on Your Toyota HiAce Van

Chances are, if you’ve imported a Toyota HiAce van, you’ll be using it to transport people or goods. In both of these roles, the engine on your HiAce is going to be doing a lot of extra work—idling at stops, quick acceleration and deceleration, and carrying heavy loads.

Fortunately, you bought a Toyota and, with proper maintenance, you can expect a long lifespan of at least 400,000 km. You could choose to visit a professional mechanic for maintenance, but why not learn how to change the oil of your van yourself to save money?

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Our 5 Most Fuel Efficient Used Cars

our 5 most fuel efficient used cars available from japan

Looking for the most fuel efficient cars on the used market? Considering that the price of fuel never seems to drop, a considerable chunk of our income goes to keeping the tank filled. There are at least a couple of ways to maximize your fuel economy, such as keeping your vehicle maintained properly and watching your driving habits.

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Preparing the Toyota AE86 for a Run in the Targa

First, let me say that this isn’t a step-by-step manual, but more of a guide, to help give you an idea of what you can expect in the journey leading up to the Targa. The Targa, referred to as “The Ultimate Road Race,” consists of two or three different events each season, typically the Targa Bambina, Targa Rotorua, and Targa New Zealand—each of which puts your mind, body, and car to the ultimate test. Each event can run up to ten days, in which time you will do nothing but eat, breathe, sleep, and dream all things Targa. Mornings are filled with racing, touring, tweaking, and repairing your ride, followed by a quick bite to eat. Afternoons are right back at it, as you compete with dozens of other drivers for the best time on that leg of the track.

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How to Find Affordable Japanese Used Cars Online

How to Find Affordable Japanese Used Cars Online

Proud logos like the three ovals combined to form the T for Toyota, the three proud diamonds of Mitsubishi, the bold Nissan name and others, all have one thing in common—they are proudly Japanese! Japanese cars, even when used, have a reputation for comfort, fuel efficiency, and most importantly, they are affordable and abundant. But what is it that makes them so affordable? How can you get the best deal on your next used Japanese car? We set out to explore the market and found several things you can do to get the most bang for your buck. Keep reading to find out!

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