Eric Lau

Many drivers like to ride motorcycles because their flexibility and compact size make it easy to move between different vehicles. But scooters are not the only type of motorcycles out there. In fact, the different types of motorcycles and their English names can be particularly confusing for novice riders. In this article, Kwiksure will introduce to you the nine most common types of motorcycles, as well as their similarities and differences, to help you find the type that suits you best.

The 7-seater car has always been one of the most popular car categories in Hong Kong, and almost every brand has 7-seater cars in its Hong Kong model lineup. However, buying a 7-seater car is not a person’s decision but the whole family’s decision. In addition to considering handling, factors such as interior space, seating comfort, and features affect the comfort level of each passenger. In this article, Kwiksure recommends 12 7-seater cars and shares the things to consider when purchasing a 7-seater car, as well as the differences between driving a 7-seater car and a regular private car.

'High fuel prices' have always been a hot topic among car owners. Saving fuel means saving money, so fuel-efficient cars are naturally popular among car owners, and major car manufacturers are also making efforts to introduce fuel-efficient cars to attract buyers. The types of cars that promote fuel efficiency are increasing, ranging from scooters, family cars, and SUVs to even luxury cars worth millions of dollars. Today, Kwiksure will recommend 12 fuel-efficient cars, including new cars and fuel-efficient used cars. More importantly, how does one calculate fuel efficiency and what factors cause a car to consume more fuel? Let's talk about all these and more! In this article, all money amounts are expressed in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) unless otherwise specified.

In recent years, the electric vehicle market in Hong Kong has flourished, with high-performance, seven-seater, MPV and other types of electric vehicles coming onto the market one after another, and the prices of new vehicles have also hit new lows. Although the Hong Kong government has reduced the maximum exemption for new vehicle registration tax for electric vehicles from HK$287,500 to HK$172,500 in 2024, the upper limit of the exemption for general electric private cars has been reduced from HK$97,500 to HK$58,500, and electric vehicles with a pre-tax price of more than HK$500,000 will not receive any tax exemption. However, major car manufacturers have been less concerned and new electric vehicles continue to be launched. This time, Kwiksure has listed the 11 most anticipated electric vehicles in 2025 for everyone to plan their car replacement plan in advance.

In September 2023, Hong Kong experienced a once-in-500-years catastrophic event resembling scenes from a disaster movie. Severe flooding occurred in many areas, with some roads, shopping malls, and parking lots completely flooded. Many vehicles were damaged to varying degrees by the floodwaters. Concerns arose about these flood-damaged cars entering the used car market after repairs, potentially compromising road safety. For many used car buyers, telling whether a vehicle has been previously flooded based solely on its appearance is no easy task. Kwiksure here shares 10 tips for identifying flood-damaged used cars and offers ways to self-rescue and repair vehicles that have been flooded to varying degrees.

Heading north in electric cars has lately become a focal point for local drivers. However, even if you win the lucky draw, complete the application process and vehicle inspection, and purchase insurance, if you are driving an electric car, you will face another challenge: the charging standards in Hong Kong and the Mainland are different, requiring the purchase of adapters. Generally, electric cars can only travel about 200-300 km on a full charge, and considering a round trip on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) will total 110 km, the remaining power may be inadequate. Therefore, most owners need to charge their cars somewhere along the trip. In this Kwiksure article, we will look at the four major challenges (charging adapters, finding charging stations, finding parking spaces, handling accidents) that electric car drivers need to pay attention to when heading north.

Hong Kong parking lots suffer from lack of regulation. To maximize profits, many have narrow lanes, and some are located in old commercial buildings from the 60s and 70s, making them especially dilapidated. Not only new drivers, but even experienced ones often get scratches. No wonder many drivers prefer street parking despite the risk of fines! Here, Fast & Safe lists the worst and most hellish parking lots in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and the New Territories, highlighting signature trap spots and precautions!

With a serious shortage of parking spaces in Hong Kong, and the sharp rise in oil prices in recent years, the cost of car ownership has become very high. If you no longer plan to keep your car, and are eager to cash out and leave Hong Kong, or your car is no longer roadworthy and cannot be repaired, you can elect to have it scrapped. That way, at least you can get back the scrap price of your car. However, the Hong Kong car scrapping industry is rather shrouded in mystery, and most drivers know very little and even have some misunderstandings about it. For example, some worry that their car will be used by criminals for unlawful purposes, and the car owner will end up a victim. In today’s article, Kwiksure will present a useful summary of the procedures and precautions to take when having your car recycled/scrapped in Hong Kong.

Assessing the amount of insurance you need for your structure and personal effects can be a real headache. The situation is the same whether you are a local resident or a foreigner planning to purchase property. But no matter who you are, it is necessary to purchase appropriate home insurance in Hong Kong. First, there are a few things you must consider and understand before asking around for quotes. As an expert in property and casualty insurance , Pacific Prime will now introduce to you the information that home owners should know, including what home insurance is and the factors that determine the price of home insurance in Hong Kong.

With the Continuing Education Fund (CEF) now covering driving courses offered by driving schools, more people are considering getting their driver's license. After all, Hong Kong's road tests are famously stringent, with only about a 20% pass rate for both automatic and manual transmissions. The Transport Department's (TD) driving test guidelines recommend a minimum of 30 hours of driving training for beginners. Assuming each lesson is 45 minutes long, that means at least 40 sessions are needed to meet the requirements, and the tuition for 40 sessions can be quite significant. So, should you opt for a private instructor or a driving school? Some believe that the driving school's test routes are easier to pass, but is that really true? Today, we at Kwiksure will compare private instructors and driving schools for you. All money sums in this article are in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) unless otherwise stated.

Congratulations on passing your driving test! But let’s get back to reality for a moment, and the reality is you still have to wait a year before you can get your full driving license. So how do you apply for your probationary driving license (P license) now? What restrictions apply when you hold a P license? What are the procedures for eventually applying for a full license? In this Kwiksure “P license FAQs” series, we will answer all these questions and more for you.