VON Arts!: ROAD TRIPS!!!

There's something about hot weekends, the allure of the open road,the smell of rubber from the need for speed, the thrill, the nyamachoma stop, the photo sessions and the promise of a change of scenery that makes us want to load up the car and just go someplace, and just anywhere you'd want to visit. Whether you're starting with a full tank of gas and letting the road be your guide, or embarking on a carefully routed cross country trip you've been planning for weeks, it's smart to take a few essentials along to make the trip safer and more enjoyable.

I had the opportunity to attend The MistuRun-KajiadoEdition last weekend courtesy of Shadrack Otido, Chairman of the Triple Diamond Society #MistubishiCarOwners. Never before have I seen a large gathering of Mistus as I saw last Sunday.
Having not been interested in the Mitsus before, I was thoroughly impressed by these Japanese machines…Talk of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution series, Mitsubishi Lancer or the Mitsubishi Gallant among other popular Mistus.If you happen to be a lover of speed,then join team Mistu for the thrill. During this road trip I was in a MistubishiGallant Fortis 2008,Mivec engine which I came to find out is delimited. It’s speedometer reads 180Km/h is the max but we did a cool 220Km/h with superb stability.

Mitsus are very popular for the ease at which one can visual tune the machines with optimal aesthetic value.Car tuning is modification of the performance of a vehicle. Most vehicles leave the factory set up for an average driver's expectations and conditions. Tuning, on the other hand, has become a way to personalize the characteristics of a vehicle to the owner's preference. Cars may be altered to provide better fuel economy, produce more power, or to provide better handling.

You want your name on the license plate? CHECK.

Want a Spoiler, or two? CHECK.

Want to change the Bodykit? CHECK.

Want to change the Front Bumper, hood or the rear bumper? TRIPPLE CHECK

Want to change the rims? OH MY - FINE...Not only can you change the rims of the front and back apart from each other. No, you can change multiple color areas, the size, the stance and also the brake calipers and disks!

There's just so much you can do on a Mitsubishi.

10 Essentials to Bring on a Road Trip

1- Maps, Maps, and Maps.

2- Travel Apps.
3- A road-worthy playlist.....
4- Snacks and Food.

5-Toiletries and Other Essentials.
6-Comfy Clothing, Pillows and Blankets.
7-A Camera...and i mean a good camera......
8-Electricity Power Inverters.
9-Auto Preparedness Tips

10-A Best Buddy...
Everything is more fun with a companion, and a road trip is no exception. Think of all the great road trip movies, from “Hangover” to “National Lampoon's Vacation"...friends can turn an ordinary trip into an adventure.

Staying stylish and comfortable while on a Road Trip

When traveling for long distances, or even short, it can be a little difficult to stay stylish, especially in a car. If I’m going to be in a car longer than three hours these are the six things I always do in order to be very comfortable and avoid being embarrassed when I get out of the car for a stretch.

1. Comfortable Flats; be it ballets, ‘rubbers’ snickers or sandals.

Since you’re going to be in the car for many long hours and only leaving your seat for a cup of coffee or food there is no need to wear your sexy heels. It’s best to wear comfortable shoes. The thing that I like most about ballet flats is that you can fold them in half and stow them away in their own little travel bag.

2. Large Handbag

A little clutch for a road trip just won’t do. A large handbag is what you need to bring with you on a road trip to hold all of your necessities. Makeup for touch ups or extra hair ties and of course hand sanitizer. These are the items we may need in to have within arm’s reach and not in a suitcase in the trunk.

3. Comfortable Clothing

We all want to be comfortable while sitting in the car for hours so opt for loose outfits instead of tight jeans or dresses. This way you can cross your legs and blog on your laptop if you want to.

4. Layers

Depending on the time of year you are traveling you might need to wear warmer clothes but one thing to always keep in mind is layers. What I like about the maasai kanga? Other than it being stylish …..there is just a Kenyan spirit it just brings along…..

5. Sunglasses

Other than the brightness of the hot sun, long hours in a car can be hard on you, so bring a handy pair of sunglasses to cover your tired eyes.

6. Hair Up

There is no way to keep my hair full of life after three plus hours in a car, windows rolled down or not. Wear your hair in a bun or in a ponytail, whichever looks cutest with your outfit. This will keep you looking cute even with the seven plus hours you’ve spent road trippin’ it and singing “Amarula” at the top of your lungs.

Here are other photos from theMistuRunKajdiadoEdition.....Enjoy!