It is important to note that the vehicle you bought has a VIN. Every vehicle has an identification number. A Vehicle Identification Number or VIN is a 17-digit code of letters and numbers that identifies a car uniquely and is assigned at the time a vehicle is manufactured. It is also called a chassis number. Each section of the number provides specific information about the vehicle, including year, make, model, engine size, and the country and factory where the car was made. If your vehicle was made before 1981, the VIN may be shorter than 17 characters.  Finding The VIN You can ..read more

Nigeria has an extensive network of roads across the country. The state of each road can’t be guaranteed as some are in proper shape while several others are in not so great conditions. To commute around, one needs a vehicle that is a good match for the kind of roads in the country. Reliability, affordability, fuel- economy, maintenance cost, resale value, suitability for family, and ability to enhance status symbols play a significant role in the popularity of vehicles. Here are the Popular Cars Toyota Corolla: Toyota Corrolla has for many years, remained the favourite car of many Nigerians ..read more

Buying a used car can be stressful at times especially when you don’t buy from the right source or don’t know what to look out for when buying a used car in Nigeria. Below are six things to look out for when buying a used car in Nigeria: Your Budget – This is very important as this will determine the type of vehicle you would buy. However, do not buy a car just because it is cheap, If it is too cheap compared to standard pricing, there might be a lot of things you would need to fix on the vehicle. Buy From The Right Source – There are so many sources out there to buy cars from. Howe ..read more

So many Nigerian roads are known to be non-motorable. It takes rugged vehicles to be about to ply the roads. This is why many Nigerians go for SUVs, mini-trucks, and vehicles with high ground clearance. Below are 5 Rugged Vehicles suitable for Nigerian roads: Toyota RAV4 The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover SUV known on Nigerian roads for its strength, durability & reliability. The RAV4 is also loved for its versatility, from its portable & chic body styling to its adequacy in withstanding rocky and waterlogged roads without breaking down or getting stuck. The RAV4 is equally afforda ..read more

Toyota Camry is a model that so many Nigerians love. It has been in existence since 1982. Nigerians love it so much that it has several nicknames. Camry 1995 – ‘Orobo’. Before the 1995 model, Toyota vehicles were not usually as big so it was nicknamed Orobo Camry 1999 – Pencil It was nicknamed so because of the thin and long shape of the vehicle. Camry 2004 – ‘Big Daddy/Big for Nothing’ It was named so because people feel that it wasted space and it didn’t have the specs of other cars that are of that size. Camry 2007 – ‘Muscle’ The curves of this car is one of the reasons people call it mu ..read more

SUVs were originally built to enable vehicles to pass over rugged terrain without scraping the underside of the vehicle. They are bigger and taller than normal cars, and also give the driver better views of the road ahead. Due to its size, it can carry more people and loads than a sedan. SUVs are very popular on Nigerian roads. Toyota Highlander, Toyota RAV-4, Honda CR-V, Lexus RX, Acura MDX are some of the most popular SUVs in Nigeria. Due to the bad nature of Nigerian roads, they are very suitable since they can maneuver through the portholes and bad conditions of the roads. We shall be exam ..read more

Purchasing a used car can be tedious and overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what to look out for in the vehicle. However, when buying from the right source, it doesn’t have to be that way.  Here are 5 tips that would be helpful for you when buying and testing a used car in Nigeria. Check Paperwork: Always make sure all the paperwork are in order before buying a used car. The car should come with various documents holding vital information on its maintenance history and previous owners. If the seller can’t show you the documents, walk away. Check that the documents are all genui ..read more

Minimal fuel consumption is one of the important factors to consider when purchasing a car especially when you’re a first time buyer or in search of a starter car. As a Nigerian, however, it is inevitable not to consider maintenance costs, repair costs and most importantly fuel-efficiency when buying a car. Saving on fuel is very attractive, of course. As you consider your next move to buying a car, be sure to consider buying fuel-efficient cars. In no particular order, here are Top 5 Fuel-Efficient Cars you should check out when looking out to buy a car. Toyota Corolla The Almighty Fuel-Effic ..read more

In order to keep your new car running at its best, it’s important to keep up with routine car maintenance and inspections. By properly maintaining your car, you’ll reduce future repair costs, optimize your car’s performance, maintain its value and extend its life. Here are some regular maintenance needs to keep in mind for your vehicle. The Engine Oil is essential to your engine. And for most people, changing it every three months or 3,000 miles is the first thing you should do to keep your car in good shape. But sometimes, your oil needs some extra attention. If you frequently drive in the p ..read more

Ifeanyi is 34 years old, earns about 400k as a Brand Manager at Bang Foods. He has been driving his current car for over 5 years. In the past 1 year, his mechanic must have built house on top of the plenty money of fixing one thing after the other. But the car is just tired and want to be left alone. Ifeanyi sees this clean white 2014 Foreign-used Honda Accord on betacar.ng for 4.6M. Since Betacar sells only quality certified cars, he has nothing to worry about. The car is everything Ifeanyi needs to make Lagos traffic bearable. He has been dreaming of the car for some months and finally vi ..read more