CARSOME’s New Service Center Is Now Open: Here’s Why You Should Visit It

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Devan S

When you think of a car service center, you’ll probably imagine a hot, cluttered workshop with limited seating space (if any at all), or a place that’s pricey and only services cars from one brand. Well, we’re changing all that with the introduction of the first
CARSOME Service Center
.

Besides having the expertise to service cars from any brand such as
Perodua
,
Honda
, and
Mercedes-Benz
, the new CARSOME Service Center offers top-notch service and facilities that we’re sure you’ll appreciate.

Service Your Car from as low as RM98!

Taking your car for regular servicing is vital to ensure it’ll serve you without breaking down. However, the maintenance cost of a car, especially if it’s passed its warranty period can sometimes be unpredictable and costly, even more so if you’re not sure how to diagnose problems early.

The good news is, the first CARSOME Service Center is now open in Ampang and accepts cars of all makes and models. You can bring in any car whether you bought it from CARSOME or not and our skilled mechanics will provide expert advice, servicing, and repair so you can rest assured that your car will be in the best of hands.

Our service packages start from a very affordable RM98 for essential services including engine oil replacement, oil filter replacement, and more. We also have more comprehensive service packages with excellent value if you need more work done on your vehicle.

We’ll Fix Any Issues, Big or Small

Besides regular servicing, we also have the expertise to repair both minor and major issues in your car. In fact, you can even book an appointment with us to maintain or fix individual parts if your car isn’t due for servicing yet. We only use quality parts selected by our mechanics so you won’t have to worry about getting overpriced, counterfeit parts.

Here are just a few of the services offered at our car service center:

Inspection and diagnosis

Battery replacement

Aircond service

Balancing and alignment

Brake replacement

Suspension repair

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Free 20-Point Inspection to Help You Decide What You Need

If you’re not sure what needs to be serviced, you can always try our free 20-point inspection. With this quick, comprehensive check, we’ll identify exactly what your car needs and catch issues that require immediate attention. Here are some of the things we check:

Battery health

Car fluids including coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and transmission fluid

Leakages

Brake pads

Tire tread and pressure

Suspension

Handbrake

Seat belts

Why Bring Your Car to a CARSOME Service Center?

So, other than a free comprehensive inspection, affordable service packages, and skilled mechanics, what else can you look forward to at our service center? Turns out, quite a lot actually.

We know that bringing in your car for a service takes money out of your pocket and time out of your day. That’s why we designed our service center to make your experience that much better – so you can wait for your car in comfort, away from the heat and noise you’d normally expect at a workshop. Here’s what you can look forward to at our service centers:

1. Clean Waiting Area with Aircond

You can expect the waiting area at our service centers to be spacious, clean, and cool so you can wait for your car in comfort. The space is also air-conditioned, so you don’t have to worry about sweating in the heat.

2. Tidy Service Bay

A cluttered service center not only looks bad but can be dangerous to anyone nearby. The service bays at our service centers are always kept tidy to ensure safety and minimize the risk of damage to your car.

3. Wi-Fi Connection

Servicing a car can take a while and at times like these, a fast Wi-Fi connection can help you keep yourself occupied. If you bring your car in for servicing on a work day, you can even use the available Wi-Fi to complete some work so you can stay on top of your deadlines.

4. Chic, Instagrammable Space

You may not know this, but each CARSOME Service Center boasts a modern design with bright colors to make it an inviting and uplifting place. Our unique decor and clean layout will give you plenty of things to look at and photograph, so we won’t blame you if you want to post a few pictures on your socials while you’re here!

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Book Your Car Service Appointment with CARSOME

By servicing your car at a CARSOME Service Center, you not only get quality parts and skilled workmanship but also transparent pricing. As we are car lovers too, you can expect us to take care of your car just like our own.

Make an appointment now
 or walk in to a CARSOME Service Center to enjoy quality, affordable service in a comfortable environment. You can also
click here
 to locate our service centers.

Visit us at:

CARSOME Service Center (Ampang)

Tambahan, Lot 1322, Kawasan Kilang,

Jln 11, Kampung Baru Ampang,

68000 Ampang, Selangor

Devan S
Devan believes written content is here to stay despite our depleting attention span and the rise of short videos. He loves four and two-wheeled vehicles, and movies of all makes and models.


Carsome’s Setelus Raya Campaign: Celebrate with up to RM8,888 Off Your New Hari Raya Car

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Ahmad Azwadie Azman

Hari Raya is known for its family reunions where
balik kampung
(visiting hometown) has remained the norm – that is until the new norm came along.
Unfortunately, the fight against the pandemic is still ongoing which means Hari Raya will be spent much like last year, which is by intimate gatherings with most family members far away.

Nevertheless, symbols of this holy season are still bright in spirit everywhere we look with the familiar hues of green lighting up shopping malls, homes and duit raya packets.

Although festivities will be spent without the big reunions, preparations are still underway. These days, the world of e-commerce has become a safe haven for festivities as such, especially with the various Hari Raya deals online – including Carsome’s Setelus Raya campaign.

Have a
Setelus Raya
 with Carsome

Many have turned to the virtual world for new Raya furniture, clothes and now, cars. We understand that buying items online comes with a certain stigma – it can be risky, especially with many horror stories of dishonest sellers, damaged goods and hidden fees.

This is why Carsome is celebrating transparency in our solutions. This year, Carsome has the power to give Malaysians a truly
“telus”
solution when it comes to trading in their cars, or buying a new one with our Setelus Raya campaign. With the widest selection of quality used cars, and trusted transactions, this is our way of giving gratitude to you for putting your faith in us, as well as in your car buying and selling process.

Our brand ethos has long been providing Malaysians with solutions that give peace-of-mind with end-to-end service, as well as assurance that we – and our cars – will not let you down.

Every car on our website is quality assured and certified with a 175-point inspection to ensure it is free of any major accidents, or frame and flood damage. Our car listings also come with a full 360°-view, the inspection report, as well as an all-inclusive price (before discount!).

Meanwhile, Carsome Promise cars bring additional value of the following.

One-year warranty:
To ensure our customers are fully satisfied with their purchase, all Carsome Promise cars come with an extended warranty.

Five-day money-back guarantee
: If for any reason you are not satisfied with your car, you can return it for a full refund within five days – no questions asked.

Expect a
Telus
 Carsome Experience this Hari Raya

At Carsome, we believe that brands have the responsibility to be truly transparent in their transactions while providing quality products.

Because of this, Carsome’s Setelus Raya campaign is launched for the very purpose of providing Malaysians with a chance to own a quality used car, or change up their wheels for much less and with transparent transactions all the way.

Here are the two
Hari Raya car promotions
 from Carsome.

Discounts up to RM8,888*

For those looking to buy a new Raya car, we’re currently offering rebates up to RM8,888 on selected cars. With this major discount, you can reward yourself or your loved ones with a new, quality ride.

To check all eligible cars under our Setelus Raya promotion, select “Raya” on the left-hand side of the page (
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car
).

Receive RM1,000
duit Raya*

However, if you are looking to sell your car, and switch it up for a new one, there’s something for you too. With Carsome’s Setelus Raya campaign, you can sell your car easily and browse for a new car from our large inventory.

To top it off, we’ll give you an additional rebate up to RM1,000 off your car purchase if you trade-in your old car for a new one through Carsome – this means you can get up to RM9,888 off the total car price!

With that, we wish all Malaysians a happy Hari Raya Aidilfitri and we hope you find your dream ride with us this season!

*The Carsome Setelus special offers are subject to terms & conditions.
View these terms here.

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5 Ways to Become a Better Driver Instantly

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Carsome Author

So it’s the new year. You’ve decided that enough is enough with that thing you call driving over the past year. Road statistics state that with every following year, traffic related accidents and deaths just keep rising. What can you do to be a better driver? Apart from being more responsible, you could follow these five easy steps to instantly become a better driver.

Know The Speed Limit

Credit: Inautonews

We know it’s difficult to follow the speed limit at times when there’s hardly any traffic on roads. Hey, it’s even difficult for us sometimes. But knowing the limit, being responsible and owning up to your mistakes is being the bigger person in the end. Blasting down the motorway at 160 km/h when the limit is 80 km/h is lunacy even in light traffic. Oh and if you’ve happened to hit someone, own up to it instead of committing a hit and run crime. If convicted, you’re looking at imprisonment of up to one to five years, and from RM4,000 to RM15,000 fine depending on the section as depicted in the Malaysian Road and Transport Act.

Let’s be honest. Who doesn’t want to get to our destinations in the shortest time possible? The fact is, we all do. The harsh truth to this is that speeding only increases the possibility of an accident or getting a speeding ticket. If you’re speeding while accommodating extra passengers and other cars on the road, it transfers unnecessary risk and danger to them as well.

Cut Off Distractions

Keep your eyes on the road, my friend.

Texting while driving is one of the worst driving behaviours that you can have. “You are always only one text away from an accident”, as they say. In fact, during an episode of
Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters
, they concluded that talking on your mobile phone is more dangerous than driving intoxicated. Your cell phone is not the only distraction though, as fidgeting with your car’s multimedia unit, trying to catch Pokemon’s on the go, and even drinking coffee while on the move is dangerous. The dangers of texting is gaining a lot of attention, but distracted driving remains an underlying issue in general.

One-handed driving shall be avoided at all costs, it is extremely dangerous behaviour and never recommended.

Other things which might not seem like a distraction, also do contribute to accidents. This includes searching for a coin or a card stuck between the corners of the car seat and fiddling with the mirrors while driving (which should have been done before beginning your journey). Always remember to use your turn signals, have proper driving etiquette and be a defensive driver instead of an offensive one.

Adjust your Mirrors to Cover Blind Spots

One of the worst scenarios on the road is getting into an accident due to the blind spots when driving. How do we curb this issue? According to
Car and Driver
, although various carmakers have come up with blind-spot detection systems (BLIS) for their cars’ side mirrors (
Car and Driver
 illustrates the perfect car mirror setup in an infographic below that could prevent lane change mishaps). Lane change mishaps usually happen when a driver isn’t paying full attention to oncoming traffic from the left and the right before switching lanes.

Credit: Car and Driver

The idea was first published in 1995 by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), who published an article on how mirrors are ought to be adjusted in preventing blind spots. SAE suggested that adjusting the side mirrors far enough outwards that the viewing angle just overlaps the vision in the cabin’s rear view mirror could prevent these blind-spot mishaps.

Subjective tip: If you can see your car in the side mirrors, it points out the need to adjust it accordingly.

Keep Your Hands on the Wheel at All Times

Those who took driving lessons years ago would have been taught by their driving instructors to keep their hands at the 10 and 2 positions on the steering wheel. But these guidelines have changed to keep up with modern vehicles with airbags. The reason for the new recommended 9 and 3 positions is due to the fact that during an accident, it is less likely that the airbag deploying with your hands on the wheel at 9 and 3 will cause it to slam it against your head. Also it’s a proper driving wheel position taught during
driver training programmes
.

Not only the 9 and 3 hand positions are more ergonomic to hold, it is less straining on the arms should you be driving for long hours at the 10 and 2 position. Remember that power is nothing without control.

Parking with Accuracy and Precision

It helps to know a few tricks when doing our regular parallel, reverse and forward parking. For some Parallel parking is one of the hardest skills to master, without a doubt.

Credit: T W White & Sons

The infographic above by TW White & Sons show the basics for parallel, reverse and forward parking.

So there you have it. Five ways that you could become a better driver instantly by changing your habits and knowing what to do.

These are 7 simple ways to improve your visibility on the road! It’s never too late to learn! Simply
click here
!

Sell your car to us now and take cash on the spot! Only with Carsome!

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Here’s How You Can Book a Test Drive with Carsome

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Haziq Asyraf

Buying a Carsome Certified car has many perks – first, the hassle-free journey gives you peace of mind as we handle everything for you. On top of that, all Carsome Certified cars have passed a stringent 175-point inspection and are reconditioned to be as good as new at our Carsome Certified Lab.

Read:

Carsome Certified Lab: Here’s How Carsome Refurbishes Pre-owned Cars to Be as Good as New

All Carsome Certified cars are also sold at fixed prices, which means the price you see on the website, is the exact price you pay. You will also get a one-year warranty and can utilize our five-day money-back guarantee for a full refund if you decide to change your mind.

Now, one of the most important things to do when buying a car is to take it for a test drive. It gives you the chance to get a feel of the car and inspect the car yourself, to ensure there are no issues. You can even use this time to go through the initial inspection report with the Carsome Consultant and get clarifications on the car’s condition.

We aim to provide you with a worry-free used car buying experience by offering you the ease of booking a test drive online. Here’s how.

Booking a Test Drive at Your Nearest Carsome Experience Centers Seamlessly

Step 1: Browse For Your Dream Car

With over 1,000 quality pre-owned cars in our listing, you definitely will be able to find one that suits your needs. Whether you’re looking for a spacious sedan or a zippy hatchback, you can find them all at carsome.my.

All cars listed on our website also come with a detailed inspection report that can be viewed anywhere online as well as close-up shots of the interior and exterior of the car. Additionally, selected cars also come with a 360-degree view that enables you to thoroughly inspect the actual condition of the car from the comfort of wherever you are.

Step 2: Book a Free Test Drive at Your Nearest Carsome Experience Center

Once you have selected the car that you’re interested in, click on “Get Started”. This is where you will be given three options, but since you’re here to book a test drive, go ahead and click “Schedule a Free Test Drive”.

You will see the following screen that will show the Carsome Experience Center where the car is located. If the appointment location is acceptable for you, you can move on by clicking “Next Step”.

Step 3: Set Your Preferred Date & Time

After that, you will be brought to a screen where you can choose your preferred date and time for the test drive appointment. Here you can book a test drive up to seven days in advance with four time slots available for each day.

If you see any grayed-out options, that means the car is unavailable for test drive at the particular date and time, so it would be best for you to choose another option instead. Once you’re happy with your choice, you can click on “Confirm Your Booking” to proceed.

Step 4: Attend Your Test Drive Session

Congratulations, your booking is now confirmed! All that’s left for you to do is to attend the test drive session. The appointment details and the location of the Carsome Experience Center will be listed on the booking confirmation page.

Our Carsome Consultant will contact you to confirm your booking details after the appointment is made. Don’t forget to bring along your Identification Card (IC) as well as your driving license to ensure a smooth process during the test drive session.

Read:

Do Not Test Drive a Car Without Reading This First!

Book a Convenient Test Drive at Your Own Home

If you want an easier way to book a test drive, we also provide a home-delivered test drive feature. This feature allows you to book a car with us and have it delivered to your home so you can test drive the car at your own convenience.

Here’s how you can book a home-delivered test drive.

Step 1: Browse For Your Dream Car

We also offer home test drives, where we deliver the car to you and you can test it out within the vicinity of your neighborhood. The first step is, of course, to browse our inventory of Carsome Certified cars on our website and choose the car you want to test drive.

Step 2: Book a Free Test Drive

Once you have selected the car that you’re interested in, you can click on “Get Started”. This is where you will be given three options, but since you’re here to book a test drive, go ahead and click “Schedule a Free Test Drive”.

You will see the following screen that will allow you to book the car for a home-delivered test drive. Please keep in mind that this feature is only available if you are located within 35 kilometers of our Carsome Experience Center. You can move to the next step by clicking “Book Now”.

Step 3: Pay a Fully Refundable Booking Fee

You will then be brought to this page where you will see the details of the car such as the price, the experience center where it is located, and what are included in the price you will be paying.

You are also required to pay a fully refundable booking fee that consists of ten percent of the total price of the car you’ve chosen. This payment serves to book the car exclusively for you for five days so you can take your time to test drive the car at your own house.

Start the payment process by clicking “Pay”.

When you have completed the payment, you will be given two choices to complete the remaining balance of your car payment. You can choose “Pay by Cash” or “Pay by Loan” where we include the details of your down payment and the monthly payment as well. This decision can be revised in the future so don’t worry too much about it.

If you’re unsure about how to pay the remaining balance, just click on “I Haven’t Decide” and you can work things out with our Carsome Consultant later.

Step 4: Enjoy Your Home Test Drive

When you reach this screen, this means that the car has been booked for your home test drive session! Our Carsome Consultant will contact you to confirm the booking you’ve made soon.

You can discuss the details regarding your home-delivered test drive with our Carsome Consultant who will guide you through the process. Once your car is delivered, you can get a feel of the car and test drive it in your neighborhood at your own convenience.

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Make It Carsome and Experience the New Way of Buying Cars Today

When you Make It Carsome, you can be assured that you will have complete peace of mind, convenience as well as complete transparency when you buy a Carsome Certified car. Once you’ve made the decision to purchase the car after your test drive, we will settle all the paperwork for you and you can opt to pick up the car at our Carsome Experience Center or have it delivered to your home.

In addition, you can also test own the car when you purchase it. If you change your mind about your purchase, just return the car to us within five days to get a full refund. No questions asked.

What are you waiting for –
book a free test drive with your dream car at carsome.my today!

Haziq Asyraf
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How to Claim Your 1-Year CARSOME Extended Warranty

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Devan S

Most buyers wouldn’t expect a used car to have warranty coverage, especially if it’s over five years old, and for some, that is why they steer away from used cars. That is why CARSOME provides a one-year extended warranty on all our cars. So when you buy a CARSOME Certified car, you don’t have to worry if it still has its principal warranty or not.

Furthermore, the extended warranty comes at no extra cost as its price is already included in the price of all our cars. Let’s take a look at what you get with a CARSOME extended warranty and how to claim it.

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Car Warranty vs Insurance

What Is Included in the CARSOME Extended Warranty Program?

Gold Plan

Platinum Plan

Claiming Your CARSOME Warranty

Choose CARSOME Certified for Peace of Mind

Car Warranty vs Insurance

A car warranty is a service where a provider will help to cover the cost of labor and parts for certain malfunctions in your car within a specified period of time and/or mileage. Most new cars come with a five-year warranty with varying mileage coverages.

Car insurance, on the other hand, covers the cost of damage to your car or injury if you’re involved in a road accident, or if your car is affected by other causes such as theft, fire, or other natural disasters.

While all cars are legally required to have insurance coverage before being allowed on the road, a car warranty is usually provided to new cars in case of manufacturing defects. Therefore, most used cars don’t come with warranties unless their principal warranty is still intact. With a CARSOME Certified car, you can enjoy warranty coverage even on a used car.

What Is Included in the CARSOME Extended Warranty Program?

Unlike other extended car warranties in Malaysia, the CARSOME Extended Warranty Program (EWP) comes at no extra cost and is available on all

CARSOME Certified
 cars. The warranty program is provided by Allianz and comprises two plans – the Gold plan which is automatically applied to all our cars and the Platinum plan which can be purchased as an optional upgrade.
Also worth noting, our used car extended warranty plans cover the whole of Malaysia
.

These warranty plans have varying coverages but both will cover your car for one year or 20,000 kilometers (whichever comes first). Both of these plans have a RM50,000 maximum coverage per policy and a RM10,000 maximum limit per claim.

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Gold Plan

The Gold plan EWP comes standard with all CARSOME Certified cars and entitles you to the following coverage in the event of a mechanical or electrical failure:

1. Engine

Cylinder block

Crankcase

Cylinder head

Cylinder head gasket, etc.

2. Manual and automatic transmission

Gearbox casing and all inner parts

Torque converter

Transmission control unit

Electro-hydraulic switchgear unit

3. Air conditioning system

Compressor

Capacitor

Radiator fan

Platinum Plan

The Platinum plan EWP comes as an optional upgrade that you can purchase. Depending on the engine capacity and age of the car, this
warranty
 plan costs between RM600 to RM1500.
 If you’d like to have additional warranty coverage for your car, you can get this plan for extra peace of mind.
 Below are the coverages included in the Platinum plan.

1. Everything covered by the Gold plan.

2. Fuel system

Fuel pump

Injection pump

Injection nozzles, etc.

3. Steering

Mechanical or hydraulic steering gear with all inner parts

Electrical power steering system

Hydraulic pump with all inner parts and electronic steering components

4. Cooling system

Water pump

Water cooler

Heat exchanger

Thermostat

Fan (electric and mechanical, including viscous clutch, without fan wheel)

5. Roadside assistance

24/7 call center (03-2161 0795)

100km one-way per tow, unlimited claims

Breakdown and accident towing, including night towing

On-the-spot roadside assistance

Ambulance service and emergency message transmission

Assistance nationwide, including Sabah & Sarawak

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Claiming Your CARSOME Warranty

By partnering with Allianz, we’re able to provide you with comprehensive used car warranty coverage and professional, round-the-clock support. Our extended car warranty covers the whole of Malaysia. Here’s how to claim your car’s CARSOME warranty.

1. Contact Allianz Roadside Assistance (RSA)

Whether your car breaks down on the road or decides to not start at home, you can call the Allianz RSA by dialing 03-2161 0795. Allianz support will then take your details and help you locate the nearest Allianz panel workshop. If you have the Platinum plan and are unable to start your car, simply request for a tow truck and it’ll be sent to tow your car to the workshop.

2. Take Your Car to a Panel Workshop

At the Allianz panel workshop, mention to the consultant that you’re doing a “CARSOME Warranty” claim and they will guide you through what’s involved in your car’s repair process. Depending on the type of claim and whether or not your car has been in an accident, you may need to provide the following documents. Do note that the processing of your claim may take up to a few days.

A copy of the police report

Your
vehicle grant
 or vehicle ownership certificate (VOC)

Your insurance policy or cover note

A copy of the vehicle owner’s MyKad and driving license

A copy of the MyKad and driving license of the driver involved in the accident

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3. Relax and Wait for Your Car to Be Fixed

The workshop will inspect your vehicle, provide an estimate of the repairs, and fix the issues. Do note that this could take anywhere from one to several weeks, depending on the damages to your car. All costs including inspection and repairs will be covered by Allianz so you won’t need to worry about them. Once your car is fixed, the workshop will contact you to arrange for a pick-up.

If you have more questions about the CARSOME extended warranty, please refer to our FAQ
here
.

Choose CARSOME Certified for Peace of Mind

As you can see, claiming your CARSOME extended warranty is a simple and straightforward process, and that’s just one of the perks of buying a
CARSOME Certified car
. When you choose CARSOME, you’re getting a quality car that’s gone through a strict 175-point inspection and professional refurbishment process to ensure that it has safety beyond standards, complete comfort, and a refurbished aesthetic.

Besides an extended used car warranty coverage, all CARSOME Certified cars come with the following promises.

Fixed price:
 The listing price you see on CARSOME is the actual full price of the car with no hidden fees, so you know exactly how much you’re paying.

Five-day money-back guarantee:
 If you buy a car from CARSOME and are unhappy with it, You can return it within five days and get a full refund. No questions asked!

One-year warranty:
 All CARSOME Certified cars have a one-year extended warranty with comprehensive coverage, professional support, and a simple claims process.

Check out

CARSOME
 to find your dream
 car or
download our app
 today!

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This content was originally published on 22/07/2022. It has been updated for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.


5 of CARSOME’s 175 Inspection Points You Should Know

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5 of CARSOME's 175 Inspection Points You Should Know

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Carsome’s one-stop service makes it easy to sell your used car. It takes 30 minutes or less for our professional and certified inspectors to conduct a thorough 175-point inspection before we can evaluate the price of your car. We put together five important points that are key to assess the condition of your vehicle.

The road test inspection – steering operation

One of the tests is to check the vehicle’s steering operation.

Excessive free play steering happens when the steering wheel can be turned by an inch or over without any movement in the wheels. Without a steering that is precise, the driver won’t be able to control the car accurately during an emergency. By default, there should only be a quarter of an inch of free play in a car’s steering response.

The undercarriage inspection – engine mounts

The engine mount is the part that holds the engine to the chassis of the vehicle. Other than securing the engine in place, its purpose is to help reduce engine vibrations and provide a smoother drive. Most of the time, engine mounts wear or break due to age and need to be replaced. A sign of engine mounts that need replacing is when there’s excess noise and vibration that can affect other components under the hood.

The exterior inspection – cut & joint vehicle

One of the most important inspection points is to check the integrity of a vehicle’s chassis. The cut and joint exterior inspection looks at whether the vehicle has been in an accident and repaired at key areas. This is done to check if the Road and Transport Department of Malaysia (JPJ) has approved the repairs.

The exterior inspection – tampering of chassis or engine number

A vehicle that has been in a major accident will also be inspected for its chassis or engine number. This is to ensure that the repaired vehicle hasn’t been cloned or revived from being a total loss. This verification is to confirm that the repaired vehicle has been approved by the authorities and possess serial numbers that tally with the vehicle’s registration card.

The interior inspection – power window controls

Power window failures are a common occurrence in almost every aged vehicle. Whether it is a non-functioning switch, jammed motor or malfunction, a fix and replacement of these parts is considered an additional cost to the next owner. Considering there are four windows in your car, it is definitely something to take note of before sending in your car for inspection.

Now that we’ve shared a few Carsome inspection points, taking better care of your car will certainly pay off. When it’s time to sell, send it to Carsome for a free inspection and get the best price for your ride!

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, here is a guide to help you understand the processes.

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Car on Fire: Common Causes and How to Avoid It

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Haziq Asyraf

A car is a complex machine of mechanical and electrical components. Most car components work on friction, flammable liquid, and complicated electric wiring. Because of this, one of the most common threats in a car is fire.

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7 Causes of Car Fires in Malaysia

What Should You Do If Your Car  Catches Fire?

How to Avoid Your Car from Catching Fire?

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher

Your Life Matters Most in Case of a Fire

According to
2018 statistics from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia
 on motor vehicles that caught on fire, there were a total of 2,834 cases involving all types of transportation vehicles with 1,724 involving burning cars. There are many reasons for a car fire, the main cause would be negligence in complying with the maintenance and safety aspects of a car.

7 Causes of Car Fires in Malaysia

 The maintenance and safety aspects of a car are unique to your car model and make.  If you understand the correct specifications, it can prevent and reduce the risk of your catching on fire. Here are some other factors that might lead to a car catching on fire.

1. Petrol Leaks

Petrol leaks are one of the most common causes of car fires in Malaysia. Fuels such as petrol or diesel are vital materials that are highly flammable. Fires can occur if there is a fuel leak, coupled with the presence of oxygen and small sparks from the car’s wiring system that are loose or damaged. Fuel-induced fires are usually caused by the following situations:

Damaged and unmaintained fuel lines.

Fuel injectors that are leaking or damaged.

2. Electrical System Failure

Electrical system failures are also a common cause of car fires. Car batteries, for example, serve to supply electrical power to starter motors and ignition systems. Despite its small size, a 12-volt car battery is capable of producing hydrogen gas during charging and has the potential to cause an explosion. In other words, batteries and starter cables are able to carry enough electricity to ignite and cause a fire.

Apart from that, a broken light bulb can also cause a fire because the filaments of the headlights can heat up and reach up to 1,400-degree Celsius. If not repaired immediately, it could potentially cause a short circuit and fire.

3. Engine Overheating

Engine overheating is a normal occurrence that happens among older cars, especially if the owner neglects its maintenance. Overheating usually occurs due to failure or damage to the radiator, fan relays, radiator leaks, or damage to the water pump. Engine overheating coupled with flammable liquids found in the engine such as black oil, automatic transmission oil, hydraulic brake fluid, and coolant is a dangerous formula that can cause a fire.

The exhaust manifold (the passage where the exhaust gas comes out from the combustion chamber into the exhaust piping system) on a hot engine can reach up to 500-degree Celsius. This temperature is high enough to ignite a fire in the event of a leak in any part of the engine.

4. Car Accessories

Installation of car accessories such as car dash cams that do not follow the correct installation guidelines can cause fires while on the road. Installation that is not done properly according to the camera specifications can cause a short circuit and in certain situations, can lead to a costly repair. So make sure your car accessories are installed by an experienced technician as amateur repairs and installations can pose unwanted hazards that can be damaging to you.

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5. Dangerous Goods

Most car owners would not think twice about items that are stored in their cars. Did you know that some of these items can be dangerous and lead to your car catching on fire? Here are some flammable items you are advised to not store in your car:

Aerosol Cans

Typically, cans of hair sprays, deodorants, spray paints, and other similar items would feature storage temperature recommendations on the sides of the cans. This is because such cans are extremely sensitive to any temperature changes. If the aerosol can is stored at a high-temperature location (hot or cold weather) for too long, the contents in it can expand and potentially cause an explosion that could be the cause of a fire. If your car is parked in an open area, avoid leaving these items in the car.

Lighter

Despite their small size, lighters can cause fires if left exposed to high temperatures in a car. Temperatures in cars parked in open areas can reach up to 60-degree Celsius or more and this heat can indirectly cause these small plastic tubes to expand, as well as explode, potentially posing a fire risk.

Although the probability for a lighter to cause a fire is slim, it is always best to be mindful. Avoid storing flammable items or liquids in the car especially during hot weather.

Electronic Goods

Smartphones are one of the necessities for many nowadays. Along with the development of technology, the use of electronic goods such as power banks is also becoming more widespread as they are used to supply additional power to smartphones especially during emergencies. However, if these power banks are not stored properly, they can cause danger and injury – if it is left in the car, there are chances of it overheating and exploding.

Avoid leaving a power bank or any other electronic gadgets including mobile phones, tablets, cameras, electronic cigarettes (vape), or any items containing batteries in the car as high temperatures can pose a risk of fire.

6. Smoking While Driving

The act of smoking while driving is a common sight in Malaysia. However, smoking in a car may cause a fire. You can probably imagine the scenario of a truck driver throwing cigarette butts out through a window but there is a possibility that cigarette butts thrown out of the window enter another vehicle which may collide with flammable objects and cause a  fire. Therefore, avoid driving while smoking especially if you carry flammable items with you.

7. Accidents

Most vehicles today are equipped with a crush zone that protects important vehicle interiors such as fuel tanks, car engines, batteries, and other risky components in the event of an accident.  However, depending on the impact of the collision and the situation during the accident, the crush zone also has the potential to suffer damage. Car components such as batteries and alternators are damaged due to an accident. For example, it may emit sparks and hit certain parts that contain flammable liquids that might have leaked and cause other car components to burn.

What Should You Do If Your Car  Catches Fire?

Car fires can spread quickly especially if the car is moving because of the wind that supplies oxygen for faster combustion.
If this unfortunately happens to you while on the road,  take the following safety measures:

Slow down and stop your car on the road shoulder.

Turn off the car engine and pull the handbrake before you get out of your car – the engine combustion system would still be running if the engine is not turned off, thus causing the fire to spread rapidly.

Remove the seat belt. If the seat belt cannot be removed, cut the seat belt using a multifunctional hammer.

Exit the car immediately or unlock car doors or windows for the rescue team or others to help you out.

If your car door or window cannot be opened, kick or break the windshield to get out of the car.

Cover your mouth and nose with a lid or cloth (if any) to prevent you from inhaling harmful fumes.

Once you’ve successfully exited, make sure everyone is at least 30 meters from the burning car.

Never go back to the car to get personal items.

Call the emergency line (999) for further assistance.

The act of trying to control or extinguish the fire yourself can be difficult especially if you are unable to locate the source of the fire. So, avoid trying to fan out the flames for your safety.

However, if you can locate the source of the fire and have a fire extinguisher in your car, stand at a safe distance to use the fire extinguisher.

Do not open the bonnet or boot if the source of the fire is there. The presence of additional oxygen can cause the fire to become more intense.

How to Avoid Your Car from Catching Fire?

Here is the roundup of safety tips and guidelines that can prevent your car from catching fire:

 Turn off the engine while refueling.

Avoid smoking while carrying flammable items in the car.

Do not leave flammable items or electrical items, such as power banks and electronic cigarettes, in the car especially if the car is parked in the open.

Avoid installing additional car accessories that do not follow permitted specifications.

Perform car maintenance according to schedule to replace worn and damaged car components.

The public, especially car owners, are also advised to keep fire extinguishers in their vehicles as a precautionary measure to prevent such fire incidents from happening.

How to Use a Fire Extinguisher

The best way to use a fire extinguisher is as follows:

The fire extinguisher barrel must be used in an upright position.

Make sure you stand at least 1.5 meters from the source of the fire and not against the wind direction.

Avoid standing too close – the high air pressure in the barrel allows spraying of this powder to be done safely from a distance of 1.5 meters.

Remove the pin on the handle.

Aim the nozzle towards the fire.

Press the lever at the top.

Swipe the nozzle left and right repeatedly until the flame is extinguished.

Your Life Matters Most in Case of a Fire

There are many reasons why a car catches fire but in the end, your safety and the safety of those in the car matters the most. If you are not unsure of what to do in the event of a fire, make sure to leave your car as fast as possible. Do not try to reach for any belongings as that might slow you down. Remember that apart from your life, everything else is replaceable.

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CBU vs CKD: Is One Better than the Other

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Haziq Asyraf

Purchasing a new car is a big deal and it might be the right time to invest in a new ride, especially with the
SST exemption that is extended till the end of June 2021
. However, there are various factors to consider and it can be overwhelming due to the different specifications each brand holds.

But one of the main decisions you will have to make is whether you should invest in a Completely Built Up (CBU) or Completely Knocked Down (CKD) car. Currently, under the PENJANA initiative, new CKD cars are fully exempted from the sales tax, while CBU cars get 50 percent off the sales tax.

Nevertheless, you should not make a commitment solely based on the percentage of the sales exemption. Instead, it is best to fully understand the difference between a CBU and CKD unit before making your final decision.

What is a CBU Car?

CBU cars are made in foreign countries and are imported in Malaysia as fully operating vehicles. Such imported cars usually come with heavy excise duties, which can range between 60 and 105 percent that essentially hike up the final price of the car.

ASEAN AFTA and ATIGA

Nevertheless, thanks to a pact called the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) and the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) between ASEAN countries, not all CBU cars are sold with a high price point.

With this pact, cars made in ASEAN countries do not come with import duties. For example, certain Honda and Toyota cars that are made in Thailand are not subject to the same import duties as the cars that are made in Germany.

Most Favoured Nation (MFN)

For cars that are imported from the WTO Member Countries (like Austria, Germany, New Zealand, United States, and more), an
 MFN tax
 – a normal non-discriminatory tax is charged on imports which is 30 percent.

Import Duty and Local Taxes on CBU Passenger Cars

Import Duty

Local Taxes

Engine Capacity (CC)

Most Favoured Nation (MFN)

ASEAN ATIGA

Excise Duties

Sales Tax (Before SST Exemption)

Below 1,800

30%

0%

75%

10%

1,800 – 1,999

30%

0%

80%

10%

2,000 – 2,499

30%

0%

90%

10%

Above 2,500

30%

0%

105%

10%

In summary, these are the main things to note about CBU cars:

CBU cars are imported as a fully furnished assembled unit

For non-ASEAN countries, there is a higher import duty of 30% for CBU models

You can purchase a CBU car as soon as it is launched and released

What is a CKD Car?

CKD (Completely Knocked Down) cars, on the other hand, refer to cars that are assembled at a local manufacturing company. Usually, models that are sold in Malaysia are locally assembled and this allows them to qualify for the government’s incentives, as well as exemptions on excise duties. Basically, this means cheaper cars for Malaysians.

But why do CKD manufacturers get better tax incentives? It’s all about the economic benefits. In brief, to assemble a car kit that is sent from the brand’s original manufacturing country, local manufacturers would need proper machinery, space, and workers to put the (CKD) car together. This, in turn, provides more job opportunities for locals and positively contributes to the country’s economy.

When did Malaysia introduce CKD cars?

Before Malaysia achieved independence in 1957, Malaysians could only purchase imported cars (CBUs) until 1960. The local government then began paying more attention to the country’s automotive industry and by 1967, local businesses started collaborating with foreign car brands to launch the CKD industry.

With the advancement in local technology throughout the years, including the collaboration between foreign brands and locally assembled plants, Malaysia started producing its own car which we now know as our national brand, Proton.

Brands that paved the CKD industry in post-independent Malaysia were Swedish Motor Assemblies (now known as Volvo Car Manufacturing Malaysia) and Capital Motor Assembly (now known as Tan Chong Motors), who started making cars towards the end of 1967.

Here are the factories that assemble cars (CKD) in Malaysia.

CKD Car Factories

Car Models

Toyota Assembly Services in Shah Alam and Bukit Raja

Innova, Fortuner (Shah Alam)

Vios, Yaris (Bukit Raja)

Go Automotive Manufacturing in Gurun, Kedah

Haval – H1, H2

Hicom Automotive Manufacturers in Pekan, Pahang

Volkswagen – Tiguan, Tiguan Allspace, Passat, Arteon, Vento

Mercedes-Benz – C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, GLC-Class

Mitsubishi- XPander

Honda Malaysia in Pagoh, Melaka

Honda – City, Jazz, Civic, Accord, BR-V, HR-V, CR-V

Inokom Corporation in Kulim, Kedah

BMW – 2 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, 6 Series GT, 7 Series, X1, X3, X4, X5

Hyundai – Ioniq, Santa Fe

Mazda – CX-5, CX-8

Naza Automotive Manufacturing in Gurun, Kedah

Peugeot – 3008, 5008

Perodua in Rawang, Selangor

Myvi, Alza, Aruz, Toyota Rush (PMSB subsidiary)

Axia, Bezza (PGMSB subsidiary)

Proton in Shah Alam and Tanjung Malim

Saga, Exora (Shah Alam)

X70, X50, Persona, Iriz (Tanjung Malim)

Tan Chong Motor Assemblies in Segambut and Serendah

Nissan – Almera, X-Trail, Serena

Mitsubishi – ASX, Outlander

Subaru – XV

Renault -Captur

Volvo Car Manufacturing in Shah Alam, Selangor

XC40, s60, XC60, S90, XC90

CBU vs CKD: Which is Better?

Malaysians have always been obsessed about where their cars are made as some may assume that fully imported vehicles (CBU) are better in quality than locally assembled cars (CKD).

However, we now understand that the main differences are merely in the price point – both CKD and CBU cars are on par in terms of quality because they are assembled to meet the strict global manufacturing standards and subject to strict quality checks, whether locally or overseas.

Here’s a quick fun fact – Malaysian assembled cars (CKD) are also being exported to other foreign countries such as:

Perodua Myvi to Singapore

MINI Countryman S to Thailand

Mercedes-Benz C 180 to the Philippines

Mazda CX-5 to Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines

Volvo Cars to Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Since CKD cars qualify for government incentives and tax reliefs, some locally assembled cars are more affordable than the imported units. For example, the Mercedes-AMG C 43 sedan, when it was first introduced as an imported unit, was priced at RM499,888. But now that it is locally assembled at Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s plant in Pekan, the price is RM421, 888 – generating a large difference of RM 78,000 in price.

One beneficial factor of CKD models is the availability of spare parts – these parts are readily available as the center is able to source it from local vendors who supply these manufacturing companies.

In some cases, the parts used in CKD cars may actually be better than CBU ones. Locally-assembled BMWs, for example, have a different cooling system and rubber components compared to imported or reconditioned models. Also, these local cars benefit from different ‘hot climate package’ specifications components which cater to Malaysia’s driving conditions.

So, the next time you buy a car, the “made in” title should not be your deciding factor. No matter if it is CKD or CBU, neither is better than the other. It all boils down to the model of the car that you want. Just remember, with a CKD car, you will end up saving more.

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The Volkswagen Golf is a very special car. So much so that in its lifetime of seven generations since 1974, the Golf has not only been in the top three list of the annual European Car of The Year Award for every generation since 1975 but won twice, in 1992 and 2013. The latter was further highlighted with its win of the coveted World Car of The Year Award for the Mk 7. While the original Golf has its status as being an iconic hatchback, the brand’s more powerful GTI has its own cult following.

It is in Lake Wörthersee every year that thousands of GTI owners and fans flock to that shore in Austria to celebrate the quintessential hot hatchback. The annual gathering held since 1981 in Reifnitz is aptly named the
W
örthersee GTI Treffen
or Wörthersee Meeting, which even features a 1.5-metre stone scale replica of a Mk 2 GTI. Just earlier this year, over 200,000 gathered at the small town to show love of the hot hatch that is celebrating its 40
th
 anniversary in 2016.

As a group, we managed to get together to do a tribute video in celebration.

The GTI Story

When Volkswagen first introduced the Mk 1 Golf to the world in 1974, the popularity of a hatchback was still in the early stages. VW named the Golf after Golfstrom or German for gulfstream, and served as a replacement for the Beetle with the recipe of a front-engined, front-wheel drive car. Designed by legendary designer Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign, the Golf was so well received that in just two years, one million VW Golf’s would have rolled out of the production line.

Anton Konrad, former Head of Volkswagen Group is considered one of the fathers of the GTI.

But for VW, the standard Golf wasn’t enough. They wanted to make a hatchback that was comfortable enough for the everyday, and yet could be taken to the track. So the formula was simple – to squeeze in a 1.6-litre mechanical fuel-injection engine with a few external tweaks that exudes a car worthy to call the Gran Turismo Injection or GTI.

Thus began the hot hatch era that compelled a host of other manufacturers to the field. The Mk 1 GTI is a distinguishable vehicle with its tartan fabric seats, ‘spittoon’ steering wheel and golf ball gear knob, but most of all, the specification comparisons of the original versus the current serves as an example that despite the advancements the current Mk 7 GTI has achieved, the original Mk 1 GTI served as a truly magnificent vehicle of its time.

Volkswagen

Golf GTI Mk 1

Golf GTI Mk 7

Power

108 hp

227 hp

Torque

140 Nm at 5,000 rpm

350 Nm at 1,500 to 4,600 rpm

0 to 100 km/h

9.2-seconds

6.4-seconds

Top Speed

185 km/h

250 km/h

For Mk 2, the GTI became a status symbol in its 16-valve engine that made the GTI capable of a 208 km/h top speed. With its red grille, twin headlights and more aggressive bumpers, the Mk 2 was the introduction to the signature GTI styling evident even in today’s Mk 7 model. It is amazing that with the popularity of the GTI, it has taken less time for VW to introduce subsequent generations after the Mk 2.

Just two generations and 17 years between them, the Mk 3 was born in 1991 with rounder lines and won the 1992 European Car of the Year award. The Mk 4 model soon came seven years later that many felt was lacking the flair of a modern GTI to bring itself into the 21
st
 century. Despite having 10 engine versions, the Mk 4 GTI didn’t manage to catch the crowd.

The Mk 5 was marketed as the GTI that was ‘For boys who have always been men’ and set it into a course of hot hatches that had 197 horsepower. The Mk 5’s two-litre TFSI also brought VW’s dual clutch transmission to the mass market and allowed it to sprint from a standstill to under 7-seconds.

The only way VW could up the ante was in its Mk 6 GTI which delivered even more power and a higher top speed. This made it achieve up to 232 hp with the Edition 35 anniversary model and in also a first, had the first ever GTI Cabriolet.

Today the Mk 7 is the Golf that has won over many. It was not only crowned European Car Of The Year but also World Car Of The Year 2013. GTI characteristics of the honeycomb grille, red brake calipers on the outside and further accentuated by the checked pattern seats and classic golf ball gear knob. In terms of today’s power, the latest GTI Clubsport takes the standard GTI to another level. An increase from the standard 2.0-litre TSI engine, the Clubsport’s output is rated at 257 hp with an interesting overboost or power up to 286 hp for short periods as opposed to the common torque boosts.

So after seven generations, the Golf and GTI are at its current renaissance with a bright future paved for the original hot hatchback. Walter de Silva, VW’s former Head of Design said, “One of the keys to the Golf’s success lies in its continuity. There are a handful of cars with a design that, like the Golf’s, has been refined, tweaked and enhanced down the decades and thus become timeless.”

And what a time it is to be living in. Here’s to half a century of the Golf.

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Punca Cermin Kereta Retak & Cara Claim Insurans Cermin Kereta

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Cermin kereta pecah atau cermin retak seribu merupakan antara perkara biasa yang sering dialami oleh kebanyakan pemilik kereta. Situasi cermin tiba-tiba pecah ini boleh berlaku sama ada ketika memandu atau semasa kereta ditinggalkan di kawasan tempat letak kereta.

Biasanya, cermin depan kereta retak atau cermin kereta belakang pecah disebabkan terkena batu, keadaan cuaca yang tidak menentu, dan faktor-faktor semasa yang lain. Secara amnya, cermin kereta bukan sahaja berfungsi memberi perlindungan daripada hujan, angin, atau habuk, tetapi turut memainkan peranan penting dalam mengurangkan risiko kecederaan kepada pemandu dan penumpang sekiranya berlaku kemalangan kereta.

Cermin kereta menyumbang sehingga 34 peratus daripada keseluruhan integriti struktur kereta. Ia berfungsi mengelakkan bumbung kereta daripada remuk teruk dan menghempap pemandu atau penumpang semasa kemalangan. Pemasangan cermin kereta yang betul juga sangat penting bagi memastikan beg udara kereta berfungsi dengan baik selain membantu mengurangkan risiko kecederaan yang lebih serius akibat kemalangan.

Cermin kereta yang retak, pecah, atau tidak dipasang dengan betul tidak dapat berfungsi dengan baik dan ini akan mengurangkan keberkesanannya dalam melindungi pemandu dan penumpang.

7 Punca Cermin Kereta Retak, Cermin Pecah yang Perlu Anda Tahu

Kebanyakan kereta moden hari ini dilengkapi dengan tiga lapisan cermin keselamatan yang dikatakan lebih kuat dan selamat berbanding cermin biasa. Secara amnya, cermin depan kereta diperbuat daripada kaca bajaan yang telah melalui proses pemanasan yang teliti untuk menguatkan lagi struktur kaca.

Ia secara tidak langsung menjadikannya tahan lasak dan tidak mudah pecah. Meskipun begitu, rekahan atau retakan kecil pada cermin kereta masih boleh berlaku sekiranya berlaku situasi-situasi yang tak dijangka seperti berikut:

1. Cermin Kereta Retak Akibat Terkena Batu Atau Objek Asing

Objek keras seperti batu, kayu, pasir dan sebagainya boleh menyebabkan cermin kereta retak atau pecah. Oleh sebab itu, anda disarankan untuk memperlahankan kenderaan anda dan tidak mengekori belakang lori atau kenderaan berat yang membawa bahan pembinaan seperti batu kerikil, tanah, pasir atau kayu terlalu rapat. Ini kerana, meskipun objek-objek yang dibawa oleh lori ini biasanya bersaiz kecil, tetapi jika ditambah dengan faktor kelajuan ketika anda berada di jalan raya, ia dapat mengakibatkan kerosakan pada cermin depan kereta anda dengan mudah.

Jika boleh, anda disarankan untuk memotong kenderaan berat yang membawa barangan berisiko dan elakkan memandu di belakang kenderaan berat terlalu rapat. Jaga jarak ideal dengan kenderaan di hadapan anda untuk mengurangkan risiko ini berlaku kepada anda. Selain itu, ada juga situasi cermin kereta retak yang diakibatkan oleh batu yang melantun daripada kerja-kerja pemotongan rumput di tepi jalan.

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Cermin Kereta Pecah Akibat Terkena Batu Semasa Pemotongan Rumput

Sekiranya anda berdepan dengan situasi cermin kereta retak atau pecah akibat terkena batu disebabkan aktiviti pemotongan rumput, berikut antara langkah-langkah yang boleh anda lakukan untuk buat tuntutan:

Ambil gambar cermin yang retak atau pecah dan simpan sebagai bukti untuk digunakan semasa proses tuntutan insurans kereta;

Dapatkan butiran peribadi pemotong rumput seperti nama, nombor kad pengenalan dan syarikat beliau bekerja. Catatkan juga lokasi, tarikh dan masa kejadian;

Hubungi syarikat kontraktor dan dapatkan nama serta lokasi bengkel panel syarikat insurans berdaftar;

Buat laporan polis dalam tempoh masa 24 jam. Nyatakan dalam laporan butiran peribadi pemotong rumput termasuk nama syarikat kontraktor, lokasi, tarikh dan masa kejadian berlaku;

Setelah selesai, bawa laporan polis ke bengkel panel insurans berdekatan anda untuk mendapatkan penggantian cermin kereta secara percuma.

2. Dahan Pokok Patah, Jatuh Menghempap Cermin Kereta

Ada sesetengah pemilik kereta yang memilih untuk meletakkan kereta di bawah pokok untuk berteduh daripada cuaca panas. Namun begitu, perbuatan ini sebenarnya agak berisiko. Jika cuaca tiba-tiba berubah menjadi buruk – contohnya seperti hujan lebat atau ribut, ia boleh menyebabkan dahan pokok patah lalu jatuh menghempap cermin kereta anda.

3. Cermin Kereta Pecah Disebabkan Cuaca Panas

Secara amnya, setiap bahagian cermin kereta mempunyai kadar pengecutan dan pengembangan yang berbeza – kadar pemanasan di bahagian tepi cermin biasanya lebih cepat berbanding bahagian tengah cermin.

Oleh sebab itu, kenderaan yang dibiarkan terdedah kepada cahaya matahari secara berpanjangan berisiko mengalami cermin kereta retak atau cermin tiba-tiba pecah. Ini kerana, bahan logam pada rangka kereta berpotensi memanaskan bahagian tepi cermin dengan lebih cepat sekaligus menyebabkan keretakan.

Elakkan daripada meletakkan kereta di bawah panas terik pada jangka masa panjang. Anda disarankan untuk meletakkan kereta anda di kawasan tertutup atau di kawasan teduh yang selamat.

4. Cermin Tiba-tiba Pecah Disebabkan Perubahan Suhu

Selain daripada cuaca panas, perubahan suhu secara mendadak boleh menyebabkan cermin kereta retak atau pecah secara tiba-tiba. Meskipun situasi sebegini amat jarang berlaku, anda disarankan untuk berhati-hati dan mengamalkan langkah pencegahan yang sesuai.

Perubahan suhu secara tiba-tiba daripada cuaca panas terik (suhu tinggi) kepada cuaca hujan (suhu rendah) boleh meningkatkan risiko keretakan cermin dan menyebabkan cermin pecah dan retak secara tiba-tiba. Berikut merupakan antara kesilapan-kesilapan biasa yang dilakukan oleh pemilik kereta yang boleh menyumbang kepada masalah cermin tiba-tiba retak:

Meletakkan kereta di kawasan terbuka pada hari panas untuk tempoh masa yang lama.

Menghidupkan penyaman udara pada suhu tinggi sebaik sahaja menghidupkan enjin kereta semasa suhu di dalam kereta masih panas.

Membasuh kereta atau cermin depan dengan air sejuk semasa cuaca panas.

Selain itu, cuaca panas juga berpotensi menyebabkan retakan kecil sedia ada menjadi lebih besar lebih-lebih lagi jika kereta dibiarkan di kawasan terbuka. Oleh sebab itu, anda disarankan untuk sentiasa berhati-hati dan peka dengan suhu persekitaran semasa untuk mengelakkan cermin kereta retak atau rosak.

5. Cermin Kereta Pecah Kerana Kelemahan atau Kecacatan Struktur Cermin

Keretakan atau kerosakan cermin kereta juga boleh berlaku disebabkan oleh kelemahan atau kecacatan pada struktur cermin itu sendiri. Masalah kerosakan produk atau komponen tertentu kereta pada fasa pengeluaran merupakan masalah biasa yang sering berlaku.

Umumnya, produk seperti cermin kereta akan melalui proses pembuatan dan penilaian tertentu sebelum diluluskan untuk memasuki pasaran. Namun begitu, adakalanya sesetengah produk yang diluluskan tidak mencapai standard yang ditetapkan disebabkan oleh pelbagai faktor seperti terlepas pandang atau sebagainya.

Tegasan sisa atau residual stress yang tertinggal semasa proses pembuatan misalnya boleh menjejaskan dan melemahkan struktur cermin kereta sekaligus meningkatkan potensi cermin retak. Dalam erti kata lain, proses pembuatan yang tidak dilakukan dengan teliti boleh menyebabkan struktur cermin kereta menjadi lemah dan mudah retak.

6. Pemasangan yang Tidak Berkualiti Meningkatkan Risiko Cermin Pecah & Retak

Selain kelemahan struktur, kerosakan cermin kereta juga boleh berlaku disebabkan oleh kualiti pemasangan yang kurang baik. Meskipun faktor cermin kereta retak disebabkan oleh kualiti pemasangan merupakan situasi yang jarang berlaku, anda disarankan untuk menggunakan perkhidmatan mekanik yang berpengalaman untuk mengurangkan risiko ini.

Sekiranya cermin kereta tidak dipasang dengan betul dan longgar, ia boleh bergegar dan akan memberi tekanan pada cermin. Oleh sebab cermin kereta juga memberikan sokongan pada struktur kereta, tekanan pada struktur dalaman kereta boleh mengurangkan kekuatan cermin kereta anda. Tekanan pada cermin secara tidak langsung menyebabkan cermin kereta anda berisiko untuk pecah.

7. Cermin Retak Seribu Disebabkan Kemalangan

Sekiranya anda pernah terlibat dalam kemalangan jalan raya sebelum ini, ia mungkin salah satu punca cermin kereta anda retak atau rosak. Cara terbaik untuk melindungi cermin kereta anda daripada keretakan dan kerosakan yang berpunca daripada kemalangan adalah dengan memandu secara berhati-hati dan sentiasa peka dengan keadaan sekeliling setiap masa. Selain kemalangan, cermin kereta pecah atau retak boleh berlaku disebabkan perlanggaran dengan objek lain seperti burung atau batu yang melantun daripada tayar kenderaan lain semasa memandu di lebuh raya.

Malah, terdapat situasi di mana cermin kereta pecah disebabkan terkena bola golf atau bola hoki. Oleh sebab itu, anda disarankan untuk tidak meletakkan kenderaan di kawasan tempat letak kereta yang berhampiran dengan padang golf, hoki atau lokasi lain yang berpotensi mendatangkan bahaya kepada cermin kereta anda.

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Cara untuk Elakkan Cermin Retak, Cermin Pecah

Pengetahuan mengenai cara untuk mengurangkan risiko cermin kereta pecah atau retak dapat mengelakkan anda daripada menanggung kos penggantian cermin kereta yang lebih mahal. Berikut merupakan tips yang boleh anda ikuti untuk panduan dan rujukan anda:

1. Jaga Jarak Selamat

Semasa memandu di lebuh raya atau jalan raya biasa, pastikan anda menjaga jarak yang selamat dengan kenderaan di hadapan yang membawa muatan barangan seperti batu atau kayu. Percikan batu, pasir atau serpihan kayu yang jatuh daripada lori yang sedang bergerak boleh menyebabkan cermin kereta pecah atau retak. Amalkan peraturan 12 saat semasa mengekori kenderaan-kenderaan dengan muatan barangan seperti lori atau treler ini.

2. Pandu dengan Berhati-hati

Selain mengurangkan risiko kemalangan, memandu dengan berhati-hati mengikut had laju dan peraturan yang ditetapkan juga dapat mengurangkan risiko cermin kereta retak atau pecah akibat terkena objek atau sebarang serpihan yang terpelanting atau terbang. Pandu dengan berhati-hati dan jaga jarak yang selamat, terutamanya semasa memandu di belakang kenderaan besar atau dalam kawasan pembinaan.

3. Elakkan Cuci Kereta Pada Waktu Tengah Hari

Elakkan
cuci kereta
 pada waktu tengah hari – perubahan suhu yang mendadak boleh meningkatkan risiko cermin kereta retak atau pecah. Cermin kereta yang panas yang terkena air (suhu sejuk) lebih tinggi risiko untuk retak atau pecah. Selain itu, elakkan daripada meletakkan kenderaan anda di bawah cahaya matahari terik. Jika boleh, parking kereta anda di tempat yang teduh atau di kawasan yang berbumbung.

4. Sentiasa Periksa Cermin Kereta

Sekiranya anda mendapati cermin kereta anda mempunyai kesan serpihan, retak atau pecah, lakukan pembaikan dengan segera. Kerosakan kecil sebegini boleh dilakukan dengan melakukan proses refilling atau repairing. Jika diabaikan, kerosakan kecil ini boleh menjadi lebih teruk dan serius sekali gus memaksa anda untuk menggantikan keseluruhan cermin kereta.

Cermin Kereta Perlu Digantikan? Ini Cara
Claim
Insurans Cermin Kereta & Harga Cermin Kereta

Sekiranya cermin kereta anda rosak, retak atau pecah, anda boleh melakukan
tuntutan daripada penyedia insurans
 dengan syarat anda mempunyai perlindungan tambahan ini. Di bawah perlindungan ini, anda akan diberi pampasan terhadap kos yang diperlukan bagi menggantikan cermin kereta yang retak atau pecah disebabkan oleh kemalangan, terkena batu, dipecahkan (akibat rompakan, samun) atau sebagainya bergantung pada polisi anda. Anda hanya perlu menyediakan dokumen-dokumen (salinan, asal) seperti berikut:

Kad pengenalan pemilik

Lesen memandu

Geran kereta

Salinan polisi insurans yang masih sah

Bawa kereta anda ke bengkel panel untuk menguruskan penggantian cermin kereta. Namun begitu, jika anda tidak mempunyai insurans tambahan untuk perlindungan cermin kereta, anda perlu mengeluarkan belanja sendiri untuk membaiki cermin kereta yang rosak.

Harga Cermin Kereta di Pasaran Malaysia

Di sini kami sediakan senarai harga cermin kereta di pasaran Malaysia untuk rujukan anda seperti berikut:

Senarai Harga Cermin Kereta

Model

Anggaran Harga Cermin Kereta

Perodua Myvi

RM600 – RM700

Proton Wira

RM700 – 800

Toyota Vios

RM800 – RM2,000

Toyota Alphard

RM3,000

Toyota Yaris

RM1,500

Perodua Kancil

RM500

Proton Waja

RM800

Proton Iswara

RM700

Perodua Kelisa

RM500

Honda Civic FD

RM1,500 – 2,000

Perodua Axia

RM500

Perodua Bezza

RM700

Honda City

RM1,000 – RM1,200

Honda Jazz

RM1,000 – RM1,500

Honda HR-V

RM1,500 – RM3,000

Honda BR-V

RM1,500

Honda Accord

RM1,000 – RM2,500

Untuk maklumat lanjut mengenai harga cermin kereta yang perlu dibayar bagi jenama dan model kereta yang lain, anda boleh layari
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.

Bagaimana Jika Anda Perlu Pecahkan Cermin Kereta Anda?

Apabila berada dalam situasi kecemasan, anda mungkin terpaksa
memecahkan cermin kereta anda
 untuk menyelamatkan nyawa anda atau orang lain. Jika ini berlaku, anda perlu kenal pasti bahagian cermin yang boleh dipecahkan dengan mudah, iaitu di bahagian sudut.

Dalam keadaan seperti kemalangan, kereta terjunam ke dalam air, atau kebakaran, anda boleh gunakan gunakan tukul cermin atau penyandar kepala untuk memecahkan cermin kereta dan keluar melaluinya.

Setelah anda berjaya keluar, terus pergi ke tempat selamat dan hubungi talian kecemasan 999 untuk mendapatkan bantuan lanjut. Dalam kes ini, masa adalah faktor penting, jadi pastikan anda dapatkan bantuan secepat mungkin.

Jaga & Lindungi Cermin Kereta Anda!

Dalam usaha untuk melindungi cermin kereta anda daripada kemungkinan pecah atau retak, adalah penting untuk mengambil langkah-langkah pencegahan yang sesuai. Memandu dengan berhati-hati, menjaga jarak selamat dengan kenderaan lain, dan mengelakkan meletakkan kereta di tempat yang berisiko adalah beberapa langkah yang boleh anda ambil.

Jangan lupa untuk mengambil langkah betul untuk menjaga cermin kereta anda selain daripada memastikan ia telah dipasang dengan betul. Jika cermin kereta anda pecah atau retak akibat kejadian yang tidak dijangka, seperti terkena batu atau semasa pemotongan rumput, penting untuk membuat laporan polis dan membuat tuntutan insurans untuk mendapatkan penggantian yang sesuai.

Dengan memahami punca-punca cermin kereta pecah dan mengambil langkah-langkah yang betul, anda dapat mengurangkan risiko dan menjaga keselamatan diri serta penumpang anda.

Selain itu, sekiranya anda merancang untuk
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 atau
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 anda, layari
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 atau
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Changing a Flat Tire Is Easier than You Think

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Brian Wong

Getting a flat tire in the middle of nowhere can be a frightening experience. Contrary to belief, changing a flat tire isn’t as scary and complicated as you think it is. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to change your flat tire with a spare one.

Step 1: Pull Over Somewhere Safe

If you realize your tire is starting to run flat while driving, quickly turn on your hazard lights or signal indicators and slowly move your vehicle to the side of the road – getting your car out of the way should be your top priority. Make sure to watch out for oncoming traffic.

Step 2: Making Sure the Car Stays in Place Before Changing Out the Flat Tire

Once your car is safely parked at the side of the road, put your gears into Park (P) or Neutral (N), then engage the handbrake. Most cars should have their spare tire and tools at the boot of the vehicle underneath the tarp. Your car should have the following items:

spare tire;

wheel jack;

wheel chocks; and

a lug wrench or breaker bar.

On certain car models, you may have a set of instructions imprinted somewhere within on how to replace a flat tire. If not, it’s okay – we’ll list down the steps on how to change it yourself.

Now, get the wheel chocks. They should look like door wedges but for car tires. Wedge these wheel chocks at the front wheels of your car first to prevent it from rolling away.

Step 3: Loosen the Lugnuts

If your car has any hubcaps, your vehicle should come with a removal tool to lift the piece off. Then, loosen the lug nuts with the breaker bar or lug wrench before lifting the car first because you might accidentally move the whole car while it’s on the jack. Don’t remove the lugnuts yet!

Take your time during this process. You don’t need to rush this like a Formula 1 Pit Crew. Also, pay no attention to the busybodies of Malaysian traffic that slowed down just to have a look.

Step 4: Jack & Lift the Wheel

Find a jacking point. It’s usually located at the lower side of the vehicle, in between the wheel arches and doors. Usually, it’ll have a small wedge or some form of mounting slot.  Insert the wheel jack in and lift it up. Make sure it’s high enough for the wheel to be lifted above the tarmac before removing the wheel entirely.

Remove the lug nuts that you have loosened earlier once this step is completed.

Step 5: Remove the Old Wheel & Bring in the New

Remove the wheel once all the lug nuts are removed. Grab the new wheel from the trunk, and align the screw holes on the wheels with the lug bolts. Make sure the new wheel sits all the way in on the lug bolts before tightening the lug nuts back on clockwise. Screw in the lug nuts tightly otherwise that spare wheel might come off during your drives.

Step 6: Viola! You’re Done

Once the wheel sits firm, and all the lug nuts are tightened, you should be all set! Now pack up your tools back in your trunk and it’s time to head to the nearest workshop to get your proper wheel changed. If that is not an option at the moment, do stop and check your mounted spare wheel approximately every 50km or so to make sure it’s still mounted properly.

Read more:
Looking for New Wheels? Here’s a Guide on Run-flat Tires

How to Perform Maintenance on Your Tires at Home

To ensure your tires remain in tip-top condition, one should do some maintenance and check-up from time to time on your wheels. A simple tire pressure check during your next trip to the petrol station goes a long way. In addition, when your car is parked, take note of any foreign objects or debris such as rocks, dirt, or sometimes even nails wedged in between the threads. You can use a metal wire or a small screwdriver to remove them.

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What You Need to Know About Car Tires

At CARSOME, we always make sure our vehicles go through a rigorous 175-point inspection to ensure all our cars are free from major accidents and flood damage. In addition to that, our tires are also checked attentively during our CARSOME Certified Refurbishment Process at our CARSOME Certified Labs to prevent any run-flat accidents on the road.

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Changing Your Wipers: A Small Price To Pay For Your Safety

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When was the last time you changed your wipers? Does it still wipe as well as it did on the first day? What about inconsistent wipes? If any of these questions come up frequently, it is certainly time to change those wipers. Living in a climate that is perpetually hot and raining makes it crucial for owners to change their wipers. This is where
Bosch’s Advantage wipers
 come in.

A Bosch Automotive Aftermarket survey has revealed that 35 per cent of Malaysian drivers spend an average of RM 21 – RM 40 on wiper blades. This is followed by 28 per cent and 15 per cent spending RM 41 – RM 60 and RM 80 – RM 120 respectively. From the survey, it was also revealed that 70 per cent of Malaysian drivers viewed wipers as very important for driver and passenger safety. However, 53 per cent of drivers polled indicated that they stretched the lifespan of their wipers beyond 23 months; while only 32 per cent changed their wiper blades every year. Bosch recommends drivers to inspect the condition of their wiper blades regularly after the six-month mark, and to replace them once every year. “While many wipers today can last up to a year, we highly recommend inspecting the wiper blades every six months for wear and tear,” said Pang Yoon Kong, country manager of Bosch Automotive Aftermarket Malaysia.

Bosch Wiper Blade Hook Installation

The Bosch Clear Advantage wiper is equipped with a hassle-free quick clip adapter that enables drivers to replace the wiper blades conveniently in just one step. The wiper blade’s rubber is also coated with graphite to reduce friction between the blade and the windscreen for a smooth and quiet wiping performance. In addition, the flat blade wiper is equipped with a mono Evodium steel spring that spans the entire length of the blade, creating a uniform pressure throughout the wiper blade against the windscreen.

For more information or locate a Bosch authorised dealer for wipers today, visit
Bosch Malaysia
.

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Channeling The Feels #Recelebrate2020

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Carsome Author

Just like that, there are literally less than 100 days to the end of the year. But since everyone is so done with this year, it would be great if we can just relive the year 2019 or skip to 2021 already. This year was literally one tragedy after another.  We started the year with the bushfire, while that was still hot, the world was scared of the possibility of World War III, then a pandemic happened, and the world went to a complete halt.

source : Giphy

Most countries closed their borders as everyone was asked to stay indoor due to the lockdown to curb the spread of the virus. Nearly everyone was somehow affected, physically, mentally as well as financially.

But rather than wallowing in all that negativity and getting depressed, get up, breathe in the fresh air, and think happy thoughts because 2020 is also filled with happiness and joy in so many ways.  And speaking of happiness, we came across this beautiful campaign by Nando’s where they want to “Recelebrate 2020” to encourage everyone to stay positive.

image source : Nando’s Facebook

It has been a tough year with most of us not being able to spend time celebrating special occasions with family and friends be it festive celebrations, birthdays, anniversaries, and others.  But
Nando’s “Recelebrate 2020’
 reminds everyone that it’s never too late for joy and celebration and we thought, why not celebrate all the goodness that happened this year?

Quarantined Creativity

On 18
th
 of March 2020, we all went into a lockdown mode because of the Movement Control Order. (MCO). While some got bored with all that time, others got creative in the kitchen and some even took the time to learn a new skill. The creat
ive isolation ball started rolling with
Dalgona Coffee
 – a kind of coffee that is whipped to perfection, both in taste and in visual.

image source: rojakdaily.com

 It moved on to Milo Cake and Milo Ice-cream using the Milo 3-in-1 sachets, which was literally the best thing ever since every Malaysian loves their Milo. Then, when we ran out of bread in the supermarkets and all the other small grocery shops, baking supplies started running out as everyone was baking their own bread. At one point, everyone started buying cream cheese as well to make the burnt cheesecake. At this point, literall
y every household was doing something creative in their kitchen and forgot about the despair that came with Covid-19.

image source: discoverkl.com

Apart from those who thrived in the kitchen, there were also those who get creative with their hands and started learning new soft-skills like watercolor brush painting, modern calligraphy, soap and bath bombs, scented candles, polymer-clay jewelries, and even to the extent of making their own skincare and makeup which produced both joy and happiness.

Drive-in Movie Theaters

As the country starts to recover from the m
onths of lockdown, social distancing and sanitary precautions are to be taken extra seriously. Although movie theaters are open now and follow all the SOPs stated by the government, the fear of Covid will always be there (at least till the cure is found), so your other alternative is Drive-In Cinema which is way safer.

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 We currently have two, the one in KL called
Nescafe M-Junction Drive-In Cinema
 and another in Ipoh called the
Casuarina Sini-Drive
. Drive-in movie theaters have the advantages of viewing while being in our own private vehicle. So there is already a built-in social distancing as cars are parked at least 6 feet away from each other and proper
SOPs are followed to make it a safe and fun experience.

#KitaJagaKita

#KitaJagaKita is an initiative born out of wanting to help those who are in need during the uncertain times surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. It was heartwarming to see Malaysians of all walks of life, step up during these uncertain and testing times to help o
ne another get through the lockdown and pandemic. Hanna Alkaf, the founder of this campaign, wanted a platform that would make it easier for people to donate or volunteer their services to those who need it.

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She knew she wasn’t the only one who felt helpless at home and together with a group of friends, they created the #
KitaJagaKita
 website, a one stop shop that matches people and organizations with those who might need help (affected individuals, groups, medical community) via various civil society initiatives. One thing that we can conclude from the #KitaJagaKita movement is that helping others makes everyone truly happy.

The New Way of Buying a Cars

Moving onto the world of automobiles, we at Carsome recently launched The New Way of Buying Cars. If you are looking for a great car at a great price, you should check us out! You do not have to worry about the quality of car you are getting as  all used cars go through a 175 point inspection by our certified inspectors. All cars sold on our platform have no major accidents, frame, or flood damage. You can find your dream car within your allocated b
udget and drive it home with a one-year warranty from Carsome.

But if in any way, you decide that the car is not for you after purchasing it,
Carsome
 has a 5-days money back guarantee. We are that sure you would fall in love with your new used car as soon as you take it out on a test drive. Do check out the website if you would like to know more.

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5 Ways to Get Rid of Your 20-Year Old Car

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Carsome Author

No E30 BMW 3-series coupe deserves to be in this state.
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: serayamotors.com

Our neighbour down south may struggle with this concept but in Malaysia, it’s not uncommon to own a 20-year old car. Unlike Singapore whose vehicles are bound by the Certificate of Entitlement (COE), over here, a car does not cease to exist unless we deem it unworthy of being so, whether mechanically or financially.

What’s the fate then for a car that’s past its prime and road worthiness? What are the options for an owner looking to dispose a heap of well-aged metal?

Simply Give It Away

Sell off your 20-year old car you’d pocket a few thousand, give it to your 18-year old nephew and he’d cherish your generosity for life.

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: Autoblog

Cars which have surpassed the 20-year milestone, is most likely seasoned beyond its prime. In its state of existence, it’s probably not worth more than RM 10,000 and options are usually limited to it being used as a spare vehicle or being sold for cheap. Better yet, for the finally privileged, you might choose to give it away.

Sell It Privately Online or To Used Car Dealers

We don’t have to remind you of this hilarious advertisement
.
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: YouTube

Selling an old faithful through one of the many classifieds websites or used car dealers are the more common way to go. Diligent research and knowledge is required to set a realistic figure in which you’d like to receive for your car – avoid pricing your car away from prospective buyers.

Parting It Out

Abandoned cars are a common sight in our neighbourhoods. Why not part it out and salvage the valuable bits rather than benefitting looters?
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It may be a tedious and time consuming process but most times, parting out a car and selling its parts individually can yield higher gains than selling the car itself. Selling off a 1990’s Corolla may only see it fetch a little more than RM 5,000 but selling off its engine alone will see a return of more than RM 1,500. And that’s excluding the gearbox, doors, seats and trims etc.

There are many pages on Facebook and classified websites to advertise such parted out items, but be prepared to play the waiting game. What happens then to the bare frame of the vehicle when you’ve reliquished its parts?

Scrap It

Credit: YouTube

Seen as the final destination for the metal scraps once part of the construction of a car, there is no shortage of scrap yards that will happily remunerate you for what used to be your work horse.

One particular establishment, Thanam Industry Sdn Bhd quoted that you’d be paid per pound metal obtained from scrapping a car. They also highlighted that if a car is still deemed to be of some use, satisfactory prices would be offered.

From the to-be-scrapped vehicle, various components and items such as batteries, carburettors, or seats will usually be salvaged for refurbishment. The rest, such as the doors and body of the car, are typically sold for material.

Sell It via Carsome

Selling a car may sound as easy as offloading a thoroughly worn out, old pair of shoes but the reality of it isn’t as simple. Dealing with countless of “prospective” buyers, long queues at Puspakom and even longer ones at JPJ are one of the many perils of off-loading your own vehicle.

We offer an alternative way of selling your car, the 21
st
 century way if you will. Even if it was just an enquiry as to how much your vehicle is worth, simply log on to our website and key in the required vehicle information and discover the simplicity of selling a car if you decide to follow up on our offer for your car.

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Part of being a one stop centre to get rid of your car, simply come over to our inspection centre for an appointment and upon coming to an agreement on the price and condition of the vehicle, we’ll take it from there on the transaction front.

We also ensure that you’d never have to endure the grievances that follow in the processes which come with the transferring a car to its new owner; in other words, no JPJ and Puspakom to endure.

The launch of the new G30 BMW 5-series 530i M Sport has sent shockwaves in and around the industry. Before all, check out this comprehensive
infographic
 on the illustrious heritage of the 5-series badge.

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Mrs Ng

						    05/06/2023						    At						    11:51 am

Hi, I want to sell the car Proton Iswara WDY7356, YEAR made 1995. Can you quote me the price?

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Hanim FH

						    26/06/2023						    At						    3:40 pm

Hi Mrs Ng,

Thanks for your interest.

You can enter the details of you car
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5 Cheap Car Accessories from Daiso to Spruce up Your Car

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Devan S

We spend a lot of time in our cars. And if you commute in the Klang Valley, that number can even go over three hours a day! Most modern cars are quite comfortable to be in so you might not feel like it’s much of a chore to drive, but you can still improve the experience by getting accessories to make your car more practical, comfortable, and clean.

Here are five cheap car accessories from Daiso that can help your car feel like home.

1. Mini Trash Can

Keeping your car clean and organized can prevent bacterial growth and keep pests such as cockroaches away. Plus, a
clean interior
 is just so much nicer to be in and look at. However, it can be difficult to do when you don’t have the right tools. A mini trash can is a great way to keep your car clean and clutter-free.

This car accessory is small enough to fit in any cup holder or storage compartment, and can easily be emptied when needed. If you regularly drive your kids around or provide e-hailing services, having a mini trash can in your car will keep your passengers from littering.

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2. Non-slip Dashboard Mat

If you want to keep your knick-knacks organized and within reach, a non-slip dashboard mat is one interior car accessory that you must have. It’s designed to keep all your items organized and secure with its non-slip surface making it perfect for organizing small items such as coins, keys, and other accessories.

While a plain, flat non-slip dashboard mat is good enough at securing your glasses and phone, you can also get a mat with deeper, compartmentalized trays to organize more items. Just remember not to leave your valuables on it when you leave the car.

3. Portable Dust Brush/Lint Roller

We all know how important it is to regularly clean our cars but washing and vacuuming it can be a tiring and time-consuming task. With a portable dust brush or lint roller, you can quickly clean up dust, crumbs, and other small particles from your car’s interior surfaces. Since this car-cleaning accessory is compact and lightweight, you can just leave it in your car and clean your seats whenever you need to.

You can find different types of brushes at Daiso which enable you to clean different surfaces from the fabric and
leather seats
 to aircon vents. If you’re looking for a way to quickly clean your car, this accessory is definitely worth having.

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4. Fabric Deodorizer

A fabric deodorizer is a great way to keep your car smelling fresh and clean. You can use it on upholstery, carpets, and other fabrics in your car to remove odors and freshen up the interior of your vehicle. As most deodorizers are antibacterial, they are great at keeping away harmful germs and pests as well.

Fabric deodorizers come in a variety of pleasant scents and are easy to use. Just spray it onto your seats and carpets, and let it sit to keep your car smelling fresh all year round.

5. Car Seat Hook

Car seat hooks are a great way to hang groceries, bags, and other items in your car without taking up valuable space. These hooks are easy to install and can be used to hang items securely while you drive, preventing them from sliding or toppling over. For times when you’re carrying food, a seat hook is the perfect car accessory as it can keep them from spilling.

This hook also makes it easier to access your items quickly without having to search through the boot or backseat of your car. As it doesn’t take valuable seating and leg space, rear passengers can stay comfortable as long as you don’t hang large items.

These car accessories might be cheap, but they surely help make your car a more welcoming place. If you don’t have them already, why don’t you test them out for yourself!

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*This article was adapted from content published by carlist.my.

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Buying a Used Car? Here’s How to Check for Outstanding Summonses

By

Devan S

There are
two
 different types of summonses,
PDRM
 summon (also known as Royal Malaysia Police) and
JPJ
 summon (also known as Road Transport Department Malaysia). The
PDRM
 are our police force in Malaysia that protects the people and property. They also occasionally control traffic, perform roadblocks, patrol neighborhoods and more.

On the other hand,
JPJ
is
responsible for reducing injuries and deaths due to motor vehicle accidents and taking actions against traffic offenders. They are also responsible for motor vehicle’s road tax and driver’s license. Besides that, pursuant to the

Road Transport Act 1987
, the enforcement and regulatory duties are within the roles of
JPJ
. Moreover, the

Automated Enforcement System (AES)
 also known as

speed trap
 was implemented by
JPJ
in order to prevent drivers from speeding and running the red light.

Read more:

Here’s a list of AES Camera Locations In Malaysia

Here Are 6 Ways to Check for Outstanding Summonses

No.

Platform

Type(s)

1

MyEG

JPJ, AES & DBKL

PDRM

2

RILEK

JPJ & DBKL

PDRM

3

JPJ website I’m

JPJ

4

PDRM SSO

PDRM

5

SMS

JPJ

PDRM

6

MyBayar Saman

JPJ

PDRM

1.
MyEG

Upon clicking on the MyEG link, you will be greeted with a “register”

and “login” page. If you do not have a MyEG account, click on
register
 and fill in the application. Once you have done so, you will be logged in and greeted with a list of services such as
JPJ
,
PDRM
,
DBKL
 and more. Click on the service you wish to check your outstanding summonses.

2.

RILEK

Upon clicking on the RILEK link, scroll down until you see “login”. If you do not have a RILEK account, click on “register” and fill up the application. Once you have done so, click on “Search By” and select “check JPJ / police summons” and fill in the details of the vehicle you wish to check for outstanding summonses.

3.
JPJ Website

Upon clicking on the JPJ link, you will be greeted with a “search option” page either by “I.D. No. only” or “I.D. No. and Vehicle No.” After that you may fill in the required details and click “search”.

4.
 PDRM SSO

Upon clicking on the PDRM SSO link, you will be greeted with their main page. If you do not have a SSO account, click on “pendaftaran baru” and fill up the application. Once you have done so, you may check the status of your PDRM summonses.

5. SMS

You may also check outstanding summonses using car plate number via SMS.

Examples:

Type JPJ<space>SAMAN<space> MyKAD number or car plate number

Send to 15888

Type POLICE<space> SUMMONS <space>MyKAD number or car plate number <space>email address

Send to 15888 or 32728

6.
MyBayar Saman

Upon clicking on the MyBayar Saman link, you will be greeted with their sign in page. If you do not have a MyBayar Saman account, click on “new user sign up” and fill up the user registration form. Once you have done so, you may check your outstanding summonses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Additionally, here are some FAQs to help you out further.

1.
Are there any discounts for summonses?

The rule of thumb is that if you pay early (within 1-15 days), there would be a 50 percent discount.

2.
What happens if the used car has an outstanding summons from the previous owner?

The only way is to inform the previous owner to settle the outstanding sum so as to complete the sale. If not, the car will never be under your name even if you have paid the full purchase price of the car.

3.
What happens if I don’t pay for the outstanding summonses at all?

A few things will happen namely, you won’t be able to renew your road tax and driver’s license, your name will be blacklisted in documents relating to your vehicle and worst case scenario a letter of demand will be issued against you, in which you will be required to go to the Magistrates Court to clear your name from being blacklisted and also settle the outstanding summonses.

Outstanding Summonses Can Stop a Car Sale

Do note that if there are outstanding summonses on a used car,
JPJ
 will not transfer the used car to your name as the previous owner has yet to pay his / her traffic summons. This is something to look into when buying a used car. Alternatively, with Carsome’s Certified pre-owned cars, a 175-point inspection is conducted so you can drive away with peace of mind.