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Eric Lau

Eric Lau

Eric is a content creator for Kwiksure, responsible for writing articles on various topics such as cars, travel, domestic helpers, etc., striving to provide readers with detailed and practical information.

With over 20 years of experience in the media industry and driving, Eric has worked for several newspapers, magazines, and online media outlets. Apart from his passion for writing, he also enjoys the pleasure that driving brings. On average, he drives over 40,000 kilometers per year.

196 articles

【Forgot your Home Return Permit?】Apply for an electronic temporary pass in 10 minutes|Validity period and application restrictions|Applicable to expired/lost Home Return Permit
NTHKV
2025-04-08

[Don’t have your Home Return Permit?] 】Apply for an electronic temporary pass in 10 minutes|Validity period and application restrictions|Applicable to expired/lost Home Visit Permit

It has become a habit for Hong Kong residents to travel north. However, due to habit, they neglect to check the information of their Home Return Permit , which results in forgetting the validity period of the Home Return Permit or even losing the Home Return Permit, causing inconvenience to the residents. A month ago, the Mainland's Exit and Immigration Administration announced that Hong Kong residents could apply for electronic temporary passes to facilitate their travel to the north. This time, Kuai Er Bao will share with you the application instructions, validity period and usage restrictions of the electronic temporary pass.
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【P牌車保】P牌汽車保險攻略 - 連三保全保及減保費貼士
Car
2025-03-31

How P license drivers should look for the right car insurance plan

After passing your driving test and finally getting your probationary driving license (P driving license), it’s only human if you want to buy or rent a car right away, and celebrate your success with family and friends. However, before you begin driving all on your own, there is one step you must take like everyone else who drives - secure car insurance! Many new drivers know very little about car insurance. But worry not; we at Kwiksure will explain all the things about car insurance that new drivers should know about. As a P license holder, should I go for third-party or comprehensive motor insurance coverage? | How much does car insurance usually cost for P license drivers? | So premiums are expensive for P license drivers, but is there any way I can get a discount? Car insurance for probationary drivers
【護照過期或遺失】特區護照續期、補領及快證申請懶人包|地點、收費及文件|最快幾耐有得拎?
Travel
2025-03-25

[Passport Expired/Lost] A quick guide to SAR passport renewal, replacement and fast-track application

If you are preparing to travel abroad but discover just before departure that your passport has expired or is lost, having to cancel your trip can be very frustrating. The Hong Kong Immigration Department offers an express HKSAR passport application service. This time, Kwiksure will share not only how to apply for an express HKSAR passport, but also details on passport renewal and replacement.
【爆呔即刻知】TPMS 胎壓偵測系統|點分間接式定直接式?|DIY 安裝注意事項
Car
2025-03-17

[Know when your tire has burst] TPMS tire pressure monitoring system | Which is indirect or direct? |DIY installation precautions

Whether it’s racing tires, quiet tires, or fuel-saving tires, different tires all require appropriate tire pressure. With the advancement of automotive technology, systems that monitor tire pressure (air pressure) have become increasingly sophisticated to immediately notify drivers when a tire burst causes low pressure. Among these, the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) is the most widely used. Today, Kwiksure shares with you how TPMS works, what indirect and direct TPMS are, and important points to note when installing it yourself.
韓國首爾自由行攻略|2025電子入境卡申請教學|交通、自駕遊、景點介紹(附攜帶行動電源最新規定)
Travel
2025-03-10

Guide to traveling in Seoul, South Korea l How to apply for the 2025 electronic entry card | Introduction to transportation, self-driving tours, and attractions

Since the beginning of this year, South Korea has successively implemented several new entry measures, such as the K-ETA electronic travel authorization requirement, the e-Arrival card electronic entry declaration, and new regulations on power banks. What impact do these have on Hong Kong residents traveling to Korea? And what preparations should Hong Kong travelers make before departure? This article quickly and reliably explains the relevant new regulations, provides a tutorial on applying for the electronic arrival card, and introduces Seoul transportation cards and popular attractions.
【港車北上自駕遊】江門自駕遊好去處|熱門景點介紹(附泊車及停車場資訊)
NTHKV
2025-03-04

[Self-driving tour from Hong Kong to the north] Great places for self-driving tour in Jiangmen | Introduction to popular attractions (with parking and parking lot information)

Hong Kong Cars Northbound has been implemented for nearly two years, and self-driving tours in Guangdong Province have become a popular activity for Hong Kong residents during holidays. Guangdong’s cities such as Zhuhai, Jiangmen, and Foshan each have unique features and different types of tourist attractions. This time, Kwiksure introduces several great self-driving tour destinations in Jiangmen to diversify the options for Hong Kong cars heading north.
電單車裝備選購指南2025:褸、褲、手套、車靴全攻略
Motorcycle
2025-02-24

Motorcycle Gear Buying Guide 2026: Jackets, Pants, Gloves, and Boots

When riding a motorcycle, safety is the top priority for every rider. Besides the helmet , motorcycle jackets (abrasion-resistant jackets), motorcycle pants (abrasion-resistant pants), gloves (abrasion-resistant gloves), and boots (abrasion-resistant boots) can also reduce injuries in the event of an accident. This time, Kwiksure shares with riders the types, features, and important considerations when choosing motorcycle jackets, gloves, and boots to provide more comprehensive protection.
【P牌買車2023】12款熱門私家車推薦 | 10萬樓下有交易
Car
2025-02-22

12 Popular Cars for Less Than HK$100K for New Drivers

After getting your driving license, the next step, of course, is to consider buying a car to know what it’s like to own one. However, as a new driver with limited road experience, it’s hard to totally avoid minor accidents like scratching or denting your car while parking. Therefore, it is wise to choose a 'P-license car' that is easy to drive and maintain. In this article, Kwiksure recommends 12 popular private cars suitable for new P-license drivers. They all have a moderate body size, engine displacement below 1,500 c.c., and excellent handling, making them particularly suitable for new drivers. Moreover, in view of the expenses that come with car ownership, such as insurance and parking, the price range is set below HK$100,000, making it easier for everyone to get on board.
【AMG 傳奇 60 年】由改裝車到電動超跑|為何 One Man,One Engine|細數經典車型
Car
2025-02-21

[AMG Legend 60 Years] From modified cars to electric supercars | Why One Man, One Engine | Counting classic models

Today, AMG has become the golden signboard of Mercedes-Benz . Like the BMW M series, it represents the manufacturer's "performance responsibility". This time, Kwiksure will share with you the development history of AMG, and see how this modification company from the 1960s gradually became the "aristocrat" of Mercedes-Benz, the origin of "One Man, One Engine", and list a number of AMG classic models for you.
香港跑車保險 l 購買時四個須知|如何減低保費|兩個做法或令保單失效
Car
2025-02-15

【Hong Kong Sports Car Insurance】Four things to know when buying|How to reduce premiums|Two practices may invalidate the policy

In Hong Kong, driving a sports car is a unique experience, whether weaving through the old historic buildings in Wan Chai, cruising among the skyscrapers in Central, or speeding through the New Territories. However, due to the high price and costly maintenance of sports cars, purchasing suitable insurance becomes an important task for every sports car owner. This time, Kwiksure breaks down the four key things to know when buying sports car insurance and how to reduce premiums, helping you choose the most suitable insurance plan in Hong Kong.
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如何界定不小心駕駛/危險駕駛?不小心駕駛及危險駕駛定義、判定標準、刑罰及比較|車保續保影響
Car
2025-02-15

How to define careless driving/dangerous driving? Definition, judgment standards, penalties and comparison of careless driving and dangerous driving|Impact of car insurance renewal

Careless driving is a common traffic violation in Hong Kong, with relatively light penalties; but how to distinguish it from dangerous driving, which carries heavier penalties? How will the court define the two? This time, Kwiksure will analyze and compare the definitions, judgment standards and penalties of careless driving and dangerous driving, and also explain the impact of the two traffic crimes on car insurance renewal.
柴油客貨車 l 盤點13款柴油車選購攻略|8 個買柴油車必知事項|搵食車、農夫車、SUV、MPV
Car
2025-02-11

[Diesel vehicles] A review of 13 diesel vehicle purchase strategies | 8 things you must know when buying a diesel vehicle | Vans, Pick-Ups, SUVs, MPVs

The impression of vans (light trucks) that are mainly powered by diesel engines has always been 'business trucks'. In fact, vans are not only square-shaped vans, but also include smaller light vans, sturdy pick-up trucks, and even MPVs、 SUVs . This time, Kwiksure will introduce to you the different types of vans currently available in the Hong Kong market, which are suitable for both commercial and family use, and share the things to note when purchasing vans.