The Automotive Society Podcast · Suraj Makkar

The Automotive Society Podcast Ep.36 KEI CARS ARE AWESOME!

April 20, 2023·53 min·5 clips
Siraj declares that K-cars offer an impossible amount of fun for their low cost and reliability.
Hosts Siraj and Alex passionately advocate for Japanese Kei cars (K-cars), arguing these tiny, 660cc vehicles offer unparalleled fun, reliability, and customization potential at a fraction of the cost of performance cars. They share personal anecdotes about track days and modifications, exploring specific models like the Honda Beat, Suzuki Cappuccino, and Daihatsu Move.

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Small cars, low running costs, and a convincing case for fun over flash.

Siraj and Alex make a clear, low-key case for small cars as something to admire rather than settle for. Their thinking shifts from chasing the biggest possible machine to valuing compact size, light weight, cheap tyres, cheap brakes, and easy modifications.

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If tiny cars seem silly, this is the one that makes them feel obvious.

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