Motorcyclist death rate is worst in ASEAN countries and it's getting worse

The World Health Organisation has updated their "global guidelines to curb motorcycle crash deaths" - basically a manual that outlines statistics and actions steps. It also underlines what we can already assume. Concerningly, the fatalities are rising.

This updated manual was launched in conjuction with the global regional road safety dialogue on motorcycle safety, which is being held in Manila, the Philippines.

In Southeast Asia specifically, the tally has reached a point where it's found that 43% of all road traffic deaths involve some form of 'powered two-or-three-wheel' vehicle, and thisincludes everything from the usual motorcycles and scooters to e-scooters and auto-rickshaws (a.k.a Tuk Tuks). Collectively, they're referred to as PTWs.

The data from Southeast Asian and African countries are perhaps the most chilling, having the highest rate of road deaths per 100,000 population. Between 2013 and 2016, an increase of 23% to 28% was seen across all regions being measured: Africa, Americas, Southeast Asia, Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, and Western Pacific.

Unsurprisingly, this is most prevalent in developing countries where motorcycles ownership far outnumbers that of cars. Conversely, the death rate is relatively low in high income countries such as South Korea and Japan.

For Thailand and Cambodia, PTWs were involved in, respectively, 73% and 74% of each country's total road deaths in 2016, according to information compiled by the WHO.

“Nearly 30% of all road deaths in Southeast Asia involve powered two- and three-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles, mopeds, scooters and electrical bikes (e-bikes), and the numbers are rising,” said WHO head of safety and mobility Nhan Tran.

“Motorcycles dominate the roads in many low- and middle-income countries, where nine in ten road traffic deaths happen. It is vital that all relevant authorities put the laws, frameworks and actions in place to reduce deaths and injuries involving powered two- and three-wheelers, and ensure motorcyclists and other vulnerable road users are not left dangerously exposed," he added.

Key factors that plays into the high fatality rate often include a failure to follow basic safety practices such as wearing helmets, excessive speeding, and operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other substances.

However, other causes include roadside hazards, rampant traffic congestion, and poor road surface conditions, but another shocking finding is that young adults aged 15–34 years account for over 60% of all powered two- and three-wheeler related deaths in low- and middle-income countries.

For Malaysia in this past August alone,
Free Malaysia Today
 reports that motorcyclists are involved in 70 out of every 100 road deaths in the country. The total count of motorcyclist deaths between 2001 and 2021 stands at a frightening 89,953.

After some high profile incidences of
illegal street racing
 involving motorcyclists, a convoy of hundreds obstructing traffic, and even the rise of kicking off wing mirrors off of cars, we clearly have a long way to go when it comes to road safety of the 2-wheeled kind.


BMW Introduces First Dealer-Owned Driving Circuit in Malaysia

BMW Group Malaysia today officially unveiled a wholly owned and purpose-built Driving Circuit by its dealer Wheelcorp Premium in Setia Alam, featuring dynamic tracks for BMW, MINI and xDrive driving experiences.
Known as the Wheelcorp Premium Driving Circuit, the facility, which was the dealer’s own initiative which was later approved by BMW Group Malaysia,  is the first circuit to be wholly owned by a dealership in the country.
Occupying 1.5 acres of land, the driving circuit will be used to conduct BMW and MINI vehicle agility tests for speed and coordination, driving in wet conditions, braking exercises, as well as courses on how to have total control of a car in extreme and dangerous situations.
Besides that, the circuit is also designed to cater to BMW xDrive experiences in muddy and rugged terrains, and with bunkers, side slopes, hill climb and hill descent demonstrations.
Additionally, all new BMW and MINI owners from Wheelcorp Premium are entitled to a Safety and Defensive Driving Course at the circuit.
As part of the celebration for the opening of the Wheelcorp Premium Driving Circuit, a Weekend Sales event will be held at Wheelcorp Premium this weekend from the 23rd to 25th September 2016.
With every purchase of a new BMW or MINI vehicle, new owners will receive 12-months complimentary fuel from Shell Malaysia. Additionally, the new driving circuit will also host Compact Performance Drive, BMW xDrive Experience and MINI Driving Experience sessions throughout the weekend with four sessions held per day.
Supported by BMW Group Malaysia, BMW Credit Malaysia, Allianz Malaysia Berhad and GoodYear Malaysia, the Wheelcorp Premium Driving Circuit is located at the BMW and MINI 4S Dealership at No. 1, Jalan Setia Murni AH, U13/AH, Setia Alam, Seksyen U13, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor.
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2022 Perodua Alza Dilancarkan – Bermula RM62,500

Perodua
secara rasminya telah melancarkan MPV generasi ketiga bagi
Perodua Alza 2022
 yang ditawarkan dalam 3 pilihan varian iaitu X, H dan AV.

Model ini model kedua Perodua yang dibina berdasarkan platform
Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA)
 yang jauh lebih baik berbanding sebelumnya. MPV ini juga dilengkapi dengan sistem pemanduan autonomi level dua pada harga mampu milik.

Berikut merupakan harga OTR tanpa insurans Perodua Alza 2022 berdasarkan varian yang ditawarkan:

Varian 1.5 X: RM62,500

Varian 1.5 H: RM68,000

Varian 1.5 AV: RM75,500

Enjin Dan Prestasi

Meskipun Alza 2022 masih menggunakan enjin berkapasiti 1.5 liter, namun enjin yang digunakan pada Alza baharu adalah enjin 1.5L 2NR-VE yang sama digunakan pada
Perodua Aruz
 dan
 Perodua Myvi
 berbanding enjin 1.5L 3SZ-VE yang digunakan pada Alza 2009.

Enjin tersebut telah ditala semua bagi menghasilkan output 106 PS dan 138 Nm tork dan dipadankan dengan transmisi D-CVT yang lebih lancar dan menjimatkan minyak. Berdasarkan mod MDC (Malaysian Driving Cycle), Perodua mendakwa Alza 2022 ini mampu mencecah 22 km/l. Jika merujuk kepada New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), Alza 2022 mencatatkan penggunaan bahan api pada 18.9 km/L.

Dimensi

Model

Perodua Alza 2022

Panjang (mm)

4,425

Lebar (mm)

1,730

Tinggi (mm)

AV, H: 1,670

X: 1,660

Jarak Antara Roda (mm)

2,750

Jarak Kelegaan Tanah (mm)

AV, H: 160 (16")

X: 150 (15")

Berat Kerb (kg)

AV: 1,170

H: 1,155

X: 1,145

Exterior

Perodua Alza 2022 tampil
205 mm lebih panjang, 35 mm lebih lebar dan 50 mm lebih tinggi
 berbanding Alza terdahulu. Selain lebih besar, Alza 2022 juga tampil dengan ciri exterior yang lebih maju dengan:

Lampu hadapan LED

Lampu kabus LED (H dan AV)

Signal ‘sequential’ (H dan AV)

Rim 16 inci (H dan AV)

Spoiler bumbung

Cermin sisi boleh lipat (H dan AV)

Brek cakera di belakang (AV)

Interior

Saiz panjang ruang dalam kabin Alza 2022 kini berada pada
2,765 mm, iaitu 115 mm

lebih panjang
 jika nak dibandingkan dengan Alza terdahulu. Saiz panjang barisan tempat duduk kedua juga telah meningkat kepada
240 mm, iaitu 90 mm

lebih panjang
 berbanding sebelumnya.

Selain itu, interior Alza 2022 kini dilengkapi dengan:

Corong penyaman udara di belakang

Paparan infotainment bersaiz 9 inci dengan Apple Carplay dan Android Auto (H dan AV)

Brek parkir elektronik (AV)

Paparan meter TFT bersaiz 7 inci (H dan AV)

Tempat duduk separa kulit

Kabin dwi-tona (AV)

Tweeter
(H dan AV)

Stereng balutan kulit (H dan AV)

Lampu but

Kapasiti But

Model

Perodua Alza 2022

Barisan Ketiga Dibangunkan (L)

137

Barisan Ketiga Diturunkan (L)

498

Ciri Keselamatan

Dengan menggunakan platform DNGA, tahap keselamatan pada badan kereta ketika pelanggaran berlaku telah dipertingkatkan. Oleh kerana platform ini lebih ringan dan kukuh, faktor seperti gegaran dan bunyi bising turut telah dikurangkan.

Selain itu, Perodua Alza 2022 juga hadir dengan ciri keselamatan asas seperti 6 beg udara kecemasan, VSC ABS dan EBD. Lebih menarik, Alza 2022 turut dilengkapi dengan ciri Perodua Smart Drive Assist (PSDA) yang merangkumi:

Advance Safety Assist

Driving Assist

Parking Assist

Headlamp Assist

Debut Baharu Pada Perodua Alza 2022

Berikut merupakan ciri baharu yang diperkenalkan oleh Perodua buat pertama kalinya pada Alza 2022:

Brek Parkir Elektronik

Kamera 360 Darjah

Corong Penyaman Udara Belakang

Mode Pemanduan: Normal,ECO,Power

Brek Cakera Belakang

Auto Brake Hold

Perehat Lengan Di Barisan Kedua Tempat Duduk

Apple Carplay dan Android Auto

Lampu Signal ‘Sequential’

Spesifikasi Mengikut Varian

Varian 1.5 X

Exterior:

Enjin 1.5 Dual VVTi dengan transmisi D-CVT

Lampu hadapan LED

Auto-lock
 dengan penderia kelajuan

Tempat duduk balutan fabric

Lampu ‘
follow me home’

Spoiler bumbung

Rim aloi 15 inci

Interior:

Corong penyaman udara belakang

Perehat lengan di tempat duduk barisan kedua

Keyless entry
dengan butang
Push Start/Stop

Paparan MID LCD 4.2 inci

Lampu di bahagian but

Keselamatan:

Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Auto High Beam (AHB)

ASA 3.0

6 beg udara keselamatan

ABS dengan EBD dan BA

HHA, VSC

ISOFIX

Varian 1.5 H
 (
Tambahan daripada varian X):

Exterior:

Lampu signal ‘sequential’

Lampu hadapan automatik

Lampu kabus hadapan LED

Rim aloi 16 inci

Kamera undur

Cermin sisi boleh lipat

Interior:

Paparan infotainment 9 inci dengan Apple Carplay dan Android Auto

Tweeter

Stereng multifungsi balutan kulit

Paparan kluster instrumen bersaiz 7 inci

Mod pemanduan (Normal, ECO, Power)

Auto headlamp levelling

Keselamatan:

Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)

Penderia selekoh hadapan dan parkir belakang

1.5 AV

(Tambahan daripada varian H)

Exterior:

Brek cakera belakang

Interior:

Parkir brek elektronik (EPB)

Tempat duduk semi-leather

Kabin dalaman dwi tona

Keselamatan:

Kamera 360 darjah

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop,Hold/Start function

Lane Keep Control (LKC)

Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Dashcam
 hadapan

Warna

Alza 2022 telah memperkenalkan 2 warna baharu Perodua iaitu warna hitam dan warna coklat. Berikut merupakan warna yang ditawarkan bagi Alza 2022:

Hitam

Coklat

Merah

Perak

Putih

Kesimpulan

Menurut Perodua, MPV mampu milik keluaran mereka ini sudah menerima lebih daripada 30,000 tempahan buat masa ini. Perodua juga optimis untuk menyiapkan sekitar 200,000 tempahan kereta menjelang Mac tahun depan bagi membolehkan pembeli menikmati pengecualian SST.

Tambah Perodua, 95% daripada komponen Perodua Alza 2022 ini dibina di Malaysia. Dengan harga bermula dari RM62,500 hingga RM75,500, sudahkah anda membuat tempahan?


Audi Unveils New TT RS, The Most Powerful TT ever

Audi has announced the introduction of the most powerful
TT
 ever – the TT RS, featuring a newly developed five-cylinder engine, a tweaked chassis, as well as many high end features outside and inside the car.
Available as a Coupe and in the form of a Roadster, powering the new TT RS is a new 2.5-litre TFSI five-cylinder aluminum engine which delivers 400 hp, which is 60 more than the power of the previous model, and a full 480Nm of torque is applied to the front and rear wheels.
As a result, the Coupé takes only 3.7 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph), and the Roadster on the other hand, takes 3.9 seconds. According to Audi, no other TT has sprinted this fast.
On the exterior level, notable features include the new Matrix OLED lights in 3D design, which are being implemented for the first time in a production Audi. And then, there are the large air inlets, a newly designed honeycomb grille with quattro logo, a fixed rear wing and two large, oval exhaust tailpipes.
As for the Roadster, its convertible top is an automatic acoustic soft top made of cloth. With its substructure components of magnesium, aluminum, steel and polymer, it weighs just 39 kilograms, which is three kilograms less than in the previous model. Audi claims that the soft top can open or close in just 10 seconds, even while driving at speeds up to 50 km/h.
Inside, Audi says the cockpit is inspired by racing cars, where all controls and display are focused completely on the driver. Similar to its bigger siblings, all information is displayed as standard on the fully digital Audi virtual cockpit with 12.3-inch screen, where the driver can choose from three views, including a special RS screen that highlights the tachometer and provides information on tire pressure, torque and g-force, among other things.
One of the features worth mentioning here is that the tachometer also serves as a shift indicator. If the seven-speed S tronic is in manual mode, green, orange and red segments are activated sequentially as revs increase. Just before the engine reaches the limit, the entire scale flashes red.
Besides that, for the first time in the RS portfolio, the RS sport leather steering wheel with shift paddles has two satellite controls - for ignition and to control the Audi drive select dynamic handling system. From what we can see, the cabin of the TT RS looks like it was influenced heavily by the cabin of the R8.
In addition to its light weight of 1,440kg (Coupe) and 1,530kg (Roadster), the Audi TT RS has its sporty chassis to thank for its handling. Audi says that the progressive steering with RS-specific tuning provides close contact with the road and makes it a pleasure to drive challenging winding stretches.
At the front axle, ventilated and perforated steel discs are in action behind the 19-inch wheels – or 20-inch forged lightweight wheels as an option. Alternatively, lighter and particularly abrasion-resistant carbon-fiber ceramic discs are available.
At the back, a steel monoblock disc is used. As an option, Audi supplies the RS sport suspension plus with adaptive dampers in magnetic ride technology. In this case, the damping characteristic can be influenced electronically. The control technology is integrated into the Audi drive select dynamic handling system.
All that aside, Audi also offers a huge amount of high-end infotainment technology. The options include MMI navigation plus with MMI touch including free text search and natural language voice control, as well as the Audi connect online module and the Wi-Fi hotspot.
Using the Audi phone box, compatible cell phones can be charged inductively and paired with the onboard antenna for optimal reception. The Audi smartphone interface displays selected apps from the cell phone directly in the Audi virtual cockpit.
The Audi Sport Performance app is used to compare lap times on the racetrack. It displays speed, time difference, steering angle, g-forces as well as rpm, brake pressure and accelerator position on the smartphone.
It also indicates the current position of the TT RS on the racetrack. The cherry on the cake is of course, the Bang & Olufsen premium sound system.
That said, there has not been any official word on whether the model will be coming to Malaysia, but since Audi Malaysia has already launched the TT S, it is highly likely that the RS will be making its way here in the near future.
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MRT Corp Lodges Police Report Over Slanderous Social Media Posts

MRT Corp, or Mass Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn Bhd recently lodged a police report pertaining to the flood of social media posts and shares that sprouted from the alleged crack on the MRT guideway in Bandar Utama, near the Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP).
The viral post took on a life of its own, pushing baseless allegations to the integrity and safety policies of MRT Corp, and its something their Director of Strategic Communication and Public Relations Mahmood Abdul Razak takes very seriously.
According to
The Sun Daily
, he said the crack was a simple illusion created by the camera, while it was actually just a seam line of the netting which was covering the guideway. We even
took a picture
 of our own to confirm the situation during our initial report.
"It all started when there were posts on social media from people claiming to be experienced engineers creating the impression that they were part of this project. The thing that made it even worse was that these people (experienced engineers) who said the guideway was going to collapse at any time created such great concern among the public,"
Mahmood assured reporters that the guideway structure itself had no damage or problems to report of, claiming there was absolutely no risk of it collapsing. Furthermore, he denies that the company has been shying away from media attention on the issue.
"A media release was issued on the evening of 23 July 2015 after the picture of the supposed crack became viral."
In the ensuing police report, Mahmood had specified nine individuals who are believed to be responsible for causing the stir, as well as users who made comments on social media that could be viewed as blatantly slanderous.
Our own take on this is that social media is indeed a great way to spread information and exposes us to a wider community within a large and dense population such as that in the Klang Valley. But as it has been proven time and time again, it is far too easy for people with less-than-virtuous intentions to spread misinformation and feed a detrimental narrative. Don’t believe everything you hear or read or watch. All you need is a little grain of salt to remain skeptical.


SUV Terpakai Berharga RM70k–RM100k Dengan Jarak Perbatuan Kurang 100k – Apa Pilihan Anda?

Teringin nak pakai
SUV
 tapi tak cukup bajet nak beli SUV baharu? Mungkin anda boleh pertimbangkan untuk membeli kereta Carsome Certified memandangkan kualitinya yang terjamin!

Tahun demi tahun, permintaan terhadap SUV di pasaran negara ini semakin meningkat menyaksikan semakin banyak pengeluar melancarkan kenderaan SUV pada ketika ini. Selain kereta baharu, pasaran kereta terpakai juga dibanjiri dengan SUV.

Bagi mereka yang mencari SUV yang terjamin kualitinya dengan jarak perbatuan tidak melebihi 100,000 km dan berada dalam lingkungan harga RM70,000 hingga RM100,000, kami senaraikan enam jenis SUV terpakai yang boleh anda pertimbangkan untuk dibeli melalui
Carsome
.

1. 2019 Proton X70 Executive 2WD 1.8 - RM89,900 (Jarak Perbatuan: 42,529 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/proton/x70/2019-proton-x70-executive-2wd-1.8/ctk3000

Proton X70
 yang diiklankan ini merupakan unit CBU yang diimport memandangkan model CKD hanya dilancarkan pada tahun 2020. X70 merupakan SUV segmen-C paling laris di Malaysia sejak ia dilancarkan pada tahun 2018.

Ketika dilancarkan pada 2018, harga Proton X70 varian Executive 2WD ini dijual pada harga RM109,800. Antara ciri menarik yang ada pada model ini termasuklah tempat duduk elektronik balutan kulit,
keyless push-start
, sistem infotainmen dengan paparan skrin sentuh dan kamera undur.

2. 2019 Honda HR-V RS 1.8 - RM94,100 (Jarak Perbatuan: 37,761 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/honda/hr-v/2019-honda-hr-v-rs-1.8/c2h1000

Honda HR-V
 mula dilancarkan di Malaysia pada tahun 2015. Daripada tempoh tersebut hingga tahun 2018, model ini telah mencapai jumlah jualan sebanyak 72,300 unit menjadikan ia sebagai juara SUV kompak selama tiga tahun berturut-turut di Malaysia. Ketika model RS ini dilancarkan, harganya ialah RM124,800

Memandangkan model ini varian RS, ia dipertingkatkan lagi dengan
Honda LaneWatch
, satu sistem kamera yang dipasang pada cermin sisi penumpang. Malah, pandangan laluan kiri dan titik buta akan dipaparkan pada sistem paparan dalam SUV itu bagi memberikan sudut pandangan lebih baik. HR-V RS turut hadir dengan ciri keselamatan standard seperti enam beg udara, Isyarat Berhenti Kecemasan, Bantuan Kestabilan Kenderaan, Bantuan Mula Mendaki, serta kamera undur pelbagai sudut

3. 2021 Perodua Ativa AV 1.0 - RM70,400 (Jarak Perbatuan: 4,079 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/perodua/ativa/2021-perodua-ativa-av-1.0/cdc4000

Perodua Ativa
 merupakan antara kereta bersejarah bagi Perodua. Kenapa? Perodua Ativa merupakan kenderaan pertama dengan enjin turbo keluaran Perodua, model pertama menggunakan transmisi
D-CVT
, model pertama Perodua yang memenuhi standard Pemanduan Autonomi Tahap 2 dan yang paling menarik, ia juga sebuah SUV paling mampu milik di Malaysia yang memenuhi standard berkenaan.

Harga kereta ini dijual agak sedikit murah ketika pelancarannya, iaitu hanya RM71,200 di pasaran negara ini kerana sebanyak 95% komponennya merupakan komponen yang dihasilkan di dalam negara ini. Yang pasti, tak perlu risau bila nak cari alat ganti nanti sebab stok mudah diperolehi dengan harga mampu milik.

4. 2016 Nissan X-TRAIL CVT 2.5 - RM73,900 (Jarak Perbatuan: 85,647 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/nissan/x-trail/2016-nissan-x-trail-cvt-2.5/csz3000

Ini merupakan generasi ketiga
Nissan X-Trail
 yang turut popular dengan gelaran ‘Baby Murano’ kerana memiliki imej yang agak mirip dengan model Murano. Ketika pertama kali model generasi ini diperkenalkan pada tahun 2015, ia dijual pada harga RM RM165,800.

Menariknya, varian 2.5L dilengkapi dengan
ALL MODE INTELLIGENT
 4×4
System
 (4×4-i) untuk mod memandu yang berbeza. Ia menawarkan tiga mod iaitu pacuan dua roda,
Auto Mode
 yang menukar pengedaran tork antara roda depan dan belakang secara automotik semasa memandu di jalan yang berturap atau licin, dan
Lock Mode
 untuk pemanduan pacuan empat roda sepanjang masa.

5. 2016 Mazda CX-5 AWD 2.0 - RM78,900 (Jarak Perbatuan: 95,598 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/mazda/cx-5/2016-mazda-cx-5-4wd-2.0/cw84000

Model generasi pertama
Mazda CX-5
 dengan ciri AWD ini telah dilancarkan di Malaysia sejak tahun 2012 pada harga RM165,219. Model ini hadir dengan teknologi
SkyActiv
 di mana ia merupakan pendekatan holistik oleh Mazda untuk memberikan prestasi enjin yang lebih baik, pengendalian, kemesraan alam sekitar dan peningkatan keselamatan.

Menurut Mazda, kotak gear kereta ini juga lebih lancar dan pantas kerana Modul
Mechatronic
 Mazda yang sebelum ini dipasang di luar, kini disepadukan ke dalam kawalan hidraulik di dalam kotak transmisi. Selain itu, SUV ini juga dibina di atas SkyActiv-Chassis, dengan sistem suspensi baharu yang lebih ringan, namun lebih kukuh.

6. 2018 Subaru XV iP 2.0 - RM91,400 (Jarak Perbatuan: 57,160 km)

Link:
https://www.carsome.my/buy-car/subaru/xv/2018-subaru-xv-i-p-2.0/crm3000

Generasi kedua
Subaru XV
 ini telah dilancarkan di Malaysia pada tahun 2017 pada harga RM125,868. Berbanding generasi sebelumnya, enjin model ini telah ditala semula bagi memberikan prestasi yang lebih optimum dan penjimatan bahan api yang lebih efisien.

XV ini turut menggunakan sistem Symmetrical AWD secara standard dengan X-Mode untuk kawalan yang lebih baik terutamanya ketika merentasi permukaan jalan yang tidak rata. Selain itu, Ia juga dibina dengan menggunakan Subaru Global Platform (sama seperti Impreza) yang telah diperbaharui sepenuhnya untuk memberikan peningkatan prestasi keseluruhan yang ketara berbanding platform sebelum ini

Berikut merupakan antara SUV terpakai yang berada dalam lingkungan harga RM70,000 hingga RM100,000 yang boleh anda miliki. Kesemua kereta diatas masih mempunyai jarak perbatuan di bawah 100,000 km. Jika anda risau dengan keadaan kereta yang diragui kualitinya memandangkan musim banjir yang melanda negara ketika ini, jangan risau kerana semua kereta di atas merupakan kereta
Carsome Certified
!

Apa Itu Carsome Certified?

Baru-baru ini, Carsome telah melancarkan fasiliti Carsome Certified Lab yang menawarkan kemudahan baik pulih kereta terbesar di Asia Tenggara untuk memberikan pengguna pilihan kereta terpakai yang lebih berkualiti, dengan proses baik pulih bertaraf dunia.

Setiap kenderaan di situ akan menjalani proses pemeriksaan yang rapi bagi memastikan ia bebas daripada kemalangan, kerosakan kerangka, kebakaran dan banjir. Selain itu, Carsome juga mementingkan bahagian mekanikal dan aspek lain seperti luaran, dalaman, enjin, transmisi, suspensi, stereng serta bahagian elektrik dan elektronik.

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Chevron Malaysia Launches Delo 400 MGX engine oil

Chevrom Malaysia, marketers of the Caltex brand in Malaysia recently introduced the Caltex Delo 400 MGX engine oil for the commercial vehicle segment in Malaysia. The new Delo 400 MGX (SAE 15W-40) is formulated with the firm’s ‘Isosyn’ technology conforming to API CJ-4 standards for use in heavy-duty diesel engines.
Isosyn combines premium base oils, high-performance additives and good ‘ol Chevron expertise to produce a lubricant that optimises engine protection, delivers robust soot dispersancy and controls the build-up of sludge.
The Caltex Delo 400 MGX series is compatible with both newer and older diesel engines. This allows users to utilise one oil grade which is applicable in both low- and high sulphur diesel fuel environments.
The Caltex Delo 400 MGX was thoroughly field tested in trucks using up to 5000ppm sulfur-level diesel fuels to ascertain its capability in neutralising harmful acids and retain its alkalinity. The lubricant’s ability to neutralise harmful acids and retain its Total Base Number (TBN) crucially allows extended oil-drain intervals of up to 80,000km.
The Caltex Delo 400 MGX SAE 15W-40, is currently available in drum packaging through Chevron’s appointed distributors at a recommended selling price of RM9.50/Litre.


Audi Museum Ingolstadt: Visiting the Home of the Four Rings

A trip to the city of Ingolstadt in southern Germany would not be complete without paying a visit to
Audi’
s museum.
Regardless of whether or not you are a petrolhead, the museum, which is a part of Audi’s headquarters in Ingolstadt, is a must-visit for everyone as it is not only a good place to learn about the brand’s history, but also an ideal place to feast one’s eyes with all the beautiful Audis of the past, presence, as well as the future.
That said, we made sure we paid the museum a visit when we visited Ingolstadt for the Audi driving experience last month for a quick history lesson on the brand, and to find out what it has in store for the future.
Upon entering the museum, we had to catch a lift to the third floor and work our way back down through the three floors of history in chronological order.
The brand dates back all the way to 1899, being found by August Horch, who once worked for Karl Benz, the inventor of the first automobile powered by an internal combustion engine.
Horch’s company, which was first known as A.Horch & Co, built the Horch Automobile in 1901. However, after a dispute, the founder left the company in 1909 and set up Horch Automobil-Werke GmbH.
Following a legal dispute over the Horch name, he decided to make another automobile company. (The court decided that Horch was a registered trademark on behalf of August Horch's former partners and August Horch was not entitled to use it any more). Consequently, Horch named his new company Audi Automobilwerke GmbH in the early 1900s. In case you didn’t know, Audi is simply the Latin word for Horch.
Things were fine and dandy for the next 20-odd years until a global economic downturn took place in 1929, which resulted in Audiwerke, Horchewerke, Zschpopauer and DKW merging to form the Auto Union, in an effort to ensure each other’s survival. In fact, the four brands are what represent Audi’s four rings we see today.
So, that is pretty much how the ‘four rings’ were born, and truth be told, the Auto Union came up with some pretty impressive cars back in the days, such as the Type D and the Type C Streamliner which were way ahead of their time.
Further elevating the brand’s reputation were the models that were making waves in the motorsports arena such as the Silver Arrow models, which are among the most epic machinery to ever carry the brand’s name.
While Auto Union made mostly large vehicles up to the 1940s, World War 1 came and changed everything. If we look at the post-war vehicles by Auto Union for instance, the size shrank tremendously and it was all about simplicity.
Vehicles like the 1950 F89 L Schnelllaster were what the world needed while recovering from the war– small, simple, affordable, and practical. Yes, there were still some hip models like the 1000 SP Coupe, but they were still not as flamboyant as what the Auto Union made in the 1930s.
And then, in 1965, Audi became part of the Volkswagen Group and later that year, the Audi 75; the grandfather of all modern Audis was introduced.
After the 75, Audi made great progress over the past four decades under Volkswagen with many models becoming icons of their times, such as the 100, 200, and the legendary quattro among others.
By the time we were done with the cars of the 1980s, we were already making our way to the ground floor, heading towards the car that previewed the brand’s future – the Prologue concept.
Unveiled in 2014, the Prologue concept is powered by a 4.0-litre TFSI V8 engine that is capable of producing 605hp and 750Nm of maximum torque, enabling the car to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds.
Equipped with many impressive technologies like Audi’s Quattro four-wheel-drive system, torque vectoring, self-levelling air-suspension with adaptive damping, dynamic all-wheel-steering system, Matrix laser headlamps, Audi Virtual Cockpit, 3 OLED touch-screens, and Audi’s next-generation Multi Media Interface among others, the Prologue previews the next generation Audi A8.
We are not sure how identical the car will be to the Prologue, but looking at the rest of the models in the stable, we can rest assured that it is going to be a head-turner.
Looking for an Audi? Find one now at
Carlist.my


Kenderaan Elektrik/Hibrid – Perodua Tidak Akan Tunggu Kerajaan Bangunkan Infrastruktur

Tidak dinafikan, walaupun perlahan, namun Malaysia juga terkena tempias daripada pergerakan dunia yang semakin beralih ke
kenderaan elektrik
. Bagaimana pula dengan
Perodua
?

Pengeluar kereta mampu milik tempatan itu juga tidak terlepas daripada merancang untuk membangunkan kenderaan elektrik pada masa hadapan. Malah syarikat itu juga telah mengesahkan bahawa
Daihatsu Rocky Hibrid
 yang dilihat sedang diuji di sekitar Kuala Lumpur pada bulan lalu memang merupakan kepunyaan Perodua.

Menurut Presiden Perodua, Datuk Zainal Abidin Ahmad, Perodua kini sedang menguji model tersebut bagi tujuan penilaian dan kajian sebelum ia ditawarkan di pasaran tempatan nanti. Ketika ditanya mengenai pendirian Perodua dalam menuju ke arah penghasilan kereta elektrik, Zainal menjelaskan bahawa pihaknya masih lagi menjalankan kajian dan penilaian yang menyeluruh sebelum mengumumkan sesuatu.

Tambahnya, pergerakan ke arah kenderaan elektrik adalah sesuatu yang tidak boleh dielakkan oleh Perodua. Namun mereka tidak boleh terburu-buru sebelum mengeluarkan kenderaan elektrik mereka tersendiri. Ini bagi menjaga servis selepas pembelian mereka dalam memastikan bekalan alat ganti sentiasa mencukupi dan tidak menyusahkan pengguna.

Zainal juga menambah bahawa Perodua tidak sesekali akan menunggu kerajaan untuk membangunkan segala infrastruktur kenderaan elektrik di negara ini terlebih dahulu sebelum melancarkan kereta elektrik mahupun hibrid.

Sesudah sahaja kajian serta penilaian yang dilakukan Perodua ini selesai, mereka akan terus memulakan projek tersebut kerana lambat laun, negara tetap akan beralih ke kenderaan elektrik. Jadi Perodua tidak mahu ketinggalan dalam menyertai anjakan paradikma ini.

Menerusi laporan akhbar, harga alat ganti kenderaan yang naik juga meninggalkan kesan pada Perodua. Ketika ini, Perodua masih menilai harga komponen kereta keluaran mereka. Kalau boleh, harga ini akan dikekalkan kerana syarikat tersebut amat memahami profil pelanggan mereka sebagai pengguna
kereta mampu milik.

Dalam pada itu, Zainal juga berkata Perodua akan mengembangkan lagi kapasiti syarikatnya sebanyak 1.25% pada tahun hadapan bagi meningkatkan lagi jumlah pengeluaran kenderaan mereka. Dengan kemunculan varian baharu Omicron yang mungkin akan menjejaskan industri automotif, Zainal menjelaskan bahawa Perodua mengamalkan SOP yang amat ketat bagi memastikan virus tersebut tidak menjadi penghalang utama mereka pada tahun hadapan.

Nampak gayanya, untuk menuju kearah kenderaan elektrik, tidak mustahil Perodua bakal memperkenalkan
Perodua Ativa
 Hibrid sebagai kereta pertama di bawah Perodua yang menampilkan motor elektrik memandangkan Daihatsu Rocky Hybrid itu telah dilihat menjalankan ujian jalan raya di negara ini.

Dilihat dengan kejayaan model baharu
Perodua Myvi 2022
 yang sudah menerima hampir 15 ribu tempahan, sebanyak 7,189 daripada tempahan tersebut merupakan pemilik Myvi lama yang menukar model lama mereka untuk membeli Myvi baharu yang padat dengan ciri keselamatan terkini.

Ini menunjukkan bahawa pelanggan Perodua tidak kisah untuk membeli kereta baharu walaupun harga Myvi 2022 lebih mahal sebanyak lebih RM6,000 berbanding model lama. Perkara sama mungkin dapat diperkatakan sekiranya Perodua memperkenalkan kereta
hibrid
 atau kereta elektrik pada masa akan datang.

Sementara itu, model-model kereta lama pelanggan mereka yang menukar ke kenderaan terkini Perodua akan dijual semua di bawah program POV (kenderaan terpakai) Perodua. Mereka juga merancang untuk mengeksport kenderaan terpakai itu ke negara lain.

Bila agaknya Ativa hibrid ini akan diperkenalkan di pasaran Malaysia?


The All-New Sorento is Here, and it is the Most High Tech Kia to Date

After a series of teasers, the all-new 4th generation Kia Sorento was finally revealed for the first time yesterday.

The new Sorento is the first vehicle to be based on Kia’s new-generation midsize SUV platform, which has resulted in a larger body – 10 mm longer (4,810 mm), 10 mm taller, with a wheelbase that is 35 mm longer (2,815 mm) to be exact.

On the exterior, the Sorento has been completely redesigned with lines and creases that are sharper than the outgoing model, more contemporary geometric details, more swept-back, elongated proportions, and a more confident and matured look.

Key features include a new interpretation of Kia’s hallmark ‘tiger nose’ grille, new ‘tiger eyeline’ LED DRLs, a wide rectangular lower air intake, wing-shaped air curtains, a sharp bumper lip, new vertical tail lamps which wrap around the side of the body, a subtle integrated rear spoiler, 10 colour choices, and wheel size ranging between 17- and 20-inches.

Inside the cabin, goodies include a 12.3-inch digital driver instrument cluster which is twinned with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment and navigation system at the centre of the dashboard, a Mood Lighting system, a wireless smartphone charger, a powerful Bose surround-sound system, metallic trim, leather upholstery, embossed satin-effect surfaces.

An 8.0-inch display audio system is also available as standard, while all infotainment systems enable full, seamless smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The infotainment system also allows Bluetooth smartphone pairing for two phones concurrently, enabling separate phones to be used for, for instance, phone calls and music, while front passengers can also plug in their mobile devices via two USB chargers.

For second-row passengers, two USB charging sockets are integrated into the backs of the two front seats, with a third found at the rear of the front-row centre console. Both third-row passengers also have their own charging points, meaning all seven passengers can keep their mobile device charged – the perfect measure to maintain harmony in a full car during longer journeys.

The new Sorento also offers Kia’s innovative UVO Connect telematics system, connecting drivers by providing invaluable information via the in-car touchscreen and on their smartphone.

Featuring Kia Live services and accessible through the optional 10.25-inch LCD widescreen, the system displays live traffic information, weather forecasts, points of interest, and details of potential on- and off-street parking (including price, location and parking availability). UVO Connect also enables drivers to send route directions to their car before a journey, and check the location of their vehicle at any time.

Under the hood, for the first time ever, the Sorento will be powered by a hybrid powertrain.  The Sorento Hybrid is powered by a new ‘Smartstream’ electrified powertrain, pairing a 1.6-litre T-GDi (turbocharged gasoline direct injection) with a 1.49 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack and 44.2 kW electric motor. The intelligent packaging of the Sorento’s new platform means the battery pack can be located under the floor, with minimal impact on cabin or luggage space.

Producing 230 ps and 350 Nm torque, this electrified powertrain combines low CO2 emissions with high levels of performance. The new 1.6-litre T-GDi engine features Kia’s new Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology, regulating valve opening time according to driving conditions, instead of operating on a fixed opening time. This boosts performance at low-to-mid engine speeds and enhances fuel efficiency.

Power is sent through the six-speed automatic transmission via a transmission-mounted electrical device, allowing the full power of the engine and motor to be transferred in parallel with minimal loss of energy. The result is immediacy in acceleration response at any speed, with direct access to available battery power at higher speeds.

There will also be a Diesel variant for Europe, with a new four-cylinder 2.2-litre ‘Smartstream’ diesel engine producing 202 PS and 440 Nm of torque. Paired to it is Kia’s new 8-speed wet double-clutch transmission (8DCT).

But that’s not all, as there will also be a Plug-in Hybrid variant which will be available later this year.

Also worth mentioning is the enhanced all-terrain capability over its forebears thanks to a new Terrain Mode. Paired with the optional all-wheel drive system, the Terrain Mode makes the Sorento more capable in mud, snow and sand.

With each mode selectable from a dial on the centre console, Terrain Mode carefully controls the car’s standard electronic stability control (ESC), as well as the distribution of torque to all four wheels. It also adapts transmission shift times to help the car find and maintain traction in a range of driving environments.

Offered in 5- and 7-seater layouts, the all-new Sorento offers up to 821 litres (for seven-seat models) or 910 litres (for five-seat models), depending on specification. This means the car can accommodate five people in comfort, and a significant amount of luggage. In seven-seat models, with all seven seats in place, boot space is also increased by 32% compared to its predecessor, to 187 litres (VDA, diesel models; 179 litres for Hybrid models).

Last but not least, safety and Driver Assistance features include Kia’s Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) which comprise Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA), Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Smart Cruise Control with Stop&Go (SCC) and Navigation-based SCC (NSCC), Lane Following Assist (LFA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Highway Driving Assist (HDA), a Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (PCA), and Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA).

In addition, it is also the first Kia available in Europe with the company’s new Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), which enables drivers to move their car autonomously out of a front-and-back parking space remotely with their key fob.

The new Sorento also implements Kia’s first Multi-Collision Brake system, which enables the Sorento to mitigate the severity of secondary collisions. It automatically applies vehicle brakes when the airbags have been deployed after an initial collision, further protecting occupants from secondary frontal or side impacts.

How is that for an exhaustive list of features?

All set to be launched in Europe in the coming months, the all-new Sorento is expected to arrive in the Asian region either in late 2020 or in 2021.


Penghasilan Alza Diteruskan Sehingga April 2022 – Generasi Baharu Alza Akan Dilancarkan Selepas Itu

Seperti yang diketahui ramai, Perodua akan
menghentikan penghasilan Alza sedia ada pada hujung bulan Januari 2022.
 Walau bagaimanapun, Presiden dan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Perodua, Datuk Zainal Abidin Ahmad mengesahkan bahawa penghasilan Alza sedia ada itu akan diteruskan sehingga hujung bulan Mac atau awal bulan April tahun ini atas sebab-sebab tertentu.

Tarikh tersebut terpaksa dianjakkan ekoran pelbagai masalah seperti Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) dan banjir yang berlaku tahun lalu yang menyebabkan penghasilan di kilang terpaksa dihentikan. Disebabkan masalah tersebut, Perodua terpaksa menganjakkan tarikh akhir penghasilan Alza itu selama 3 bulan lagi.

Tambah Zainal, sebaik sahaja model Alza sedia ada ini ditamatkan penghasilannya, ia akan terus digantikan dengan model pengganti MPV tersebut yang dibina berasaskan platform baharu
Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA).

Untuk pengetahuan anda, ini bukanlah kali pertama tarikh akhir produksi Alza ini ditangguhkan. Pada awalnya, Alza dilaporkan akan ditamatkan penghasilannya pada awal tahun ini kerana tidak melepasi undang-undang emisi ekzos yang ditetapkan oleh kerajaan Malaysia yang bakal beralih dari Euro 2 kepada Euro 4 menjelang 1 Januari 2022.

Walau bagaimanapun, Perodua telah berjaya memohon untuk meneruskan pengeluaran Alza sehingga penghujung bulan Januari 2022 meskipun undang-undang tersebut telah dilaksanakan pada ketika itu. Kini tarikhnya dianjakkan lagi sehingga April 2022.

Bos besar Perodua itu juga mengesahkan bahawa Alza generasi baharu tetap akan diperkenalkan pada tahun ini kerana Perodua masih kekal dengan
perancangan awalnya
 iaitu melancarkan 3 model baharu setiap tahun. Daripada 3 model itu, 2 daripadanya adalah
facelift
 atau
Minor Change
 (MC) serta 1 model baharu sepenuhnya (
Full Model Change
).

Tambah Zainal, pelancaran model baharu Alza ini tidak boleh ditangguhkan ke tahun hadapan kerana mereka masih ada 3 model baharu lain untuk diperkenalkan pada tahun berikutnya. Beliau berharap supaya transisi antara Alza lama dan Alza baharu kelak akan berjalan dengan lancar.

Buat masa ini, masih ada 3,200 tempahan tertunggak bagi
Perodua Alza
 yang perlu dijelaskan. Walaupun berada di penghujung usia, Alza masih gagah setelah mencatatkan jualan keseluruhan sebanyak 14,828 unit sepanjang tahun lalu.

Jika anda terlepas berita sebelum ini, Perodua Alza baharu kelak dilaporkan akan dibina berdasarkan
Toyota Avanza
 serta
Daihatsu Xenia
 yang baru sahaja dilancarkan di Indonesia. Yang pastinya, Alza baharu kelak akan lebih padat dengan ciri-ciri keselamatan aktif yang terkini seperti
Perodua Ativa
 dan
Perodua Myvi
.

Di Indonesia, Xenia dan Avanza menerima unit janakuasa yang sama seperti Perodua Myvi facelift 2022 iaitu pilihan enjin 1.3L 1NR-VE dan 1.5L 2NR-FE bersama kotak gear D-CVT. Besar kemungkinan, pasaran Malaysia juga bakal ditawarkan enjin yang sama, tetapi hanya untuk versi 1.5L empat-silinder DOHC Dual VVT-i yang mampu untuk menjana 106 PS dan 137 Nm tork.

Terdapat juga spekulasi di mana Perodua Alza bakal menjadi model pertama Perodua yang bakal memperkenalkan teknologi sambungan
Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto
. Menurut Zainal, ia masih lagi dalam peringkat perancangan dan perbincangan. Tapi beliau juga tidak menolak kemungkinan bahawa Perodua mungkin bakal membuat kejutan dengan memperkenalkan sistem tersebut pada Perodua Alza baharu nanti.


Review: 2017 Chevrolet Colorado - Refinement On or Off The Road

Experience, as 19th-century novelist Oscar Wilde quotes; is simply the name we give our mistakes. Oddly, because the experience is mostly gained from mistakes, instead of making the most suitable decision every time.
It is for this reason, after four decades, the
Volkswagen Golf GTi
 remains the best package for a small, everyday performance car, the very ethos that beckoned its creation; and forty years on, the
BMW 3 Series
 has only become more talented with every iteration.
They weren’t always perfect – but the experience of past mistakes always helps to build a better car for the future.
Then it should come as no surprise then, when a carmaker has a century (yes, you read that right) – 100 years of knowledge, of building trucks both big and small, their latest offering should be good at the very least.
Fewer still will have such deeply intertwined heritage from its place of origin, synonymous with mobilising entire generations of hard working people. For the most part, if you’re talking about an all-American pickup truck – you’re talking about a Chevrolet.
The all-new Chevrolet Colorado is here, and a while back, we got our hands on it.
Specifications:
Price: RM112,788 (LTZ), Rm120,888 (High Country)
Engine: 2.8-litre, Inline-4 Transverse, Variable Geometry Turbocharged, Commonrail Direct Injection
Power:193hp @ 3,600rpm
Torque: 500Nm @ 2,000rpm
Transmission: 6-speed torque converter automatic, 4WD
Safety: 3 airbags, ABS, EBD, ISOFIX, Electronic Stability Control, Frontal Collision Alert, Brakes Assists, Reverse Camera, Hill-Descent Control, Trailer Sway Control
Origin: Fully imported from Rayong, Thailand.
Overview
The Chevrolet Colorado was first introduced by local distributor Naza Quest in 2012. Initially, three variants were on offer – a manual 2.5-litre and the range-topping 2.8-litre in LT and LTZ trims.
Both engines, from Chevy’s Duramax range, see a return in the third-generation truck
launched in Q4 of 2016
, with a considerable boost of power, across five different variants. The workhorse entry-level 2.5-litre LT manual makes do with a fixed geometry turbocharger pumping out 163bhp and 380Nm from 2,000rpm.
The other four variants are only offered with automatic transmissions starting with the 2.5-litre LT and LTZ, here variable geometry turbocharging ups the ante to 180bhp and 440Nm from 2,000rpm. The figures identical to the previous generation’s 2.8-litre unit.
The range topping 2.8-litre, available in LTZ and High Country trims, now outputs 193bhp and a whopping 500Nm of torque – up 13bhp and 30Nm over the previous gen car.
All variants sport-six speed gearboxes. Manual for the entry-level 2.5-litre and self-shifting with a Tiptronic mode in the other four variants. A Centrifugal Pendulum Absorber (CPA) within the flywheel now counteracts torsional vibration of the engine, thus reduces engine noise and increases refinement, especially at low engine speeds.
So, the Colorado range is far more comprehensive now, with five (double-cab) variants to choose from – also, special attention has been paid to improving the comfort, safety features and the styling of the pick-up truck.
Even the entry level 2.5L manual LT is supplied with three airbags and ABS with EBD, as you progress further up the range, the 2.5litre LTZ adds active safety systems such as forward collision alert, lane departure warning, tyre pressure monitoring system and traction control.
On the inside, better sound insulation materials have been chosen to keep the cabin as serene as possible, while iPhone users can link up to the Apple CarPlay list of connectivity features while on the go, according to Chevrolet, Android Auto remains work-in-progress for the time being.
Exterior
Well, you wouldn’t call it pretty but the overall attitude of the Colorado bristles with style and character now – little features like the daytime running lights, nestled within the bold headlamps do much to attract the odd glance.
I especially appreciated the dimensions of the new front bumper and grille – where the old grille seemed overly bare, the new car’s sleeker grille inlets, split in two across a strip adorned with the iconic ‘Bow Tie’ logo, manages to look very modern.
The High Country variant adds a dollop of presence with 18-inch two-tone alloys, blacked out details on the bumper front and back and High Country decals. However, I personally feel that the RM8k price difference between the 2.8 LTZ and High Country variant, simply for the cosmetic add-ons, which sooner-or-later will become available on the aftermarket, isn’t really a bargain.
But, with ever more buyers looking for exclusivity in every corner of the market, it will definitely appeal to certain buyers.
Interior
Along with the changes on the outside, Chevrolet have considerably up the ante on the inside too – an entirely redesigned dashboard now shares no resemblance with donor
Isuzu D-Max’s
 architecture, a common bugbear of the older model.
The commanding centre console, dotted with fine looking air-con vents flanking the 8-inch infotainment unit, looks the business. Lower down, the simplistic layout of the shifter console is highlighted by a gloss black cover, which adds detail to the overall look.
The seating position up front gives a commanding look ahead, while the steering wheel angle and reach allows for fuss-free operation. The materials, especially around the door panels and dashboard – are a night-and-day improvement over the older car. It’s up there with the best, cars in this category will offer, i.e; the
ACOTY
 winning Ford Ranger
 and also the all-new
Toyota Hilux
.
In the rear, Chevrolet have made improvements to the angle of the rear seat supports, thereby affording rear-seat occupants to enjoy a higher level of comfort. In general, one could load five passengers in the Colorado for a long drive and still, arrive without feeling flustered.
Driving Experience
If it wasn’t before, this has to be the biggest new USP of the Chevrolet Colorado now. Just 10 minutes of drive time gives you a profound impression of how well sorted and refined the truck is. The independent double-wishbone front and leaf-spring rear setup are augmented by gas absorbers, and the overall calibration of the chassis perfectly accommodates our road conditions.
In your typical day-to-day in town driving – the Colorado will handle small bumps and undulations with ease, the overall chassis and body stiffness has dialed out a big proportion of body-roll and the common scuttle shake lending a pseudo SUV-like driving experience. The electronically assisted power steering (though lacking in feedback) is light and beautifully easy to operate at low and medium speeds.
While on the highway – the body rigidity again comes into its own, with the Colorado tracking very well at mid to high speeds. During a stint on the highway, the speed limit was despatched with ease, and, even at speeds of 170km/h – the truck’s front end was spot-on, surefooted and guided the rear end very well.
I even had a chance to take the Colorado off-road, over some proper steep hills, muddy undulations, and rutty terrain and it aced the challenge that as well. The front and rear axles are able to cleverly articulate towards the surface and apply the engine's torque very well.
Again, the traction control and (Shift-on-the-fly) 4WD system is a boon for getting you out of a tight spot. I have some reservations, about how the EPS rack and pinion system will hold-up in the long run if used vigorously off-road, but having said that, the overall system works with sublime efficiency. The 200,000km, 5-year warranty again serves to assert that it should have no issues.
For the most part, I was driving the Colorado rather enthusiastically, hence, a proper discernment of the fuel economy would be inaccurate – my car returned a 13.9-litres/100km reading just after the off-road blast, mid 11s for day-to-day driving would seem very likely.
Conclusion
Although for the most part, there’s much ado for local distributor Naza Quest to comprehensively build the Chevrolet brand in Malaysia – they certainly have a well-rounded and competitive product that ticks all the boxes.
Perhaps, one would have to simply rely on Chevrolet’s experience and know-how because they certainly have applied all of it to the all-new Chevrolet Colorado.


Anthony Loke promises JPJ will move license, road tax renewals online and via smartphone app

Anthony Loke IS pushing JPJ to provide smartphone services for renewing driving licenses and road tax.

Whenever it's time to renew your driving license and road tax, many
dread the process
, as it usually involves spending some time in a queue.

Well, the undercover minister is at it again, this time saying that an online platform is in the works where if completed, it will allow you to renew your driving license and road tax via a smartphone.

According to Anthony Loke, Malaysia's Minister of Transport, JPJ is not only working on digitalisation on the kiosk level, but they are also working towards an online platform.

He said this after visiting JPJ Negeri Sembilan, where he wanted to see the newly installed kiosk at the location.

"JPJ has added new kiosks at branches across the country to facilitate road tax and license renewal to reduce congestion at the counter."

"Business hours at this kiosk will be extended outside office hours.The digitalisation process of JPJ will not stop at the kiosk level only, but will continue to strive to offer services online."

"Imagine renewing your driver's license and road tax through an application on your smartphone! Wouldn't it be easy and fast?"

It seems that Anthony Loke is starting to become of  Malaysia's favourite ministers, as he is always
trying to push, fix and implement new things
 which will help relieve stress off Malaysians, especially when it concerns all things transportation.

Yes, we can go to MyEG to renew our driving license and road tax, but the more ways we can do it, the better, as competition always brings out the best in someone or something.


2018 Facelifted Ford Mustang Launched In Europe

The facelifted 2018 Ford Mustang, has officially been introduced to the European market.
Launched
 in the US market last year, the facelifted model boasts updated styling, a more powerful engine and suspension enhancements, advanced driver assistance features, and more customisation options for customers.
The new Mustang will be offered in Europe with the 5.0-litre “Coyote” V8 or the smaller 2.3-litre turbocharged, four-cylinder Ecoboost engine. The 5.0-litre V8 delivers a peak power of 450 PS and 529 Nm, while the Ecoboost engine develops 290 PS and 440 Nm.
Both engines can be ordered with a 6-speed manual or Ford’s new advanced 10-speed automatic transmission, which Ford claims offers greater fuel-efficiency through a low-friction architecture, real-time adaptive shift-scheduling, and Auto Start-Stop capability. The six-speed manual, on the other hand, has been strengthened with a twin-disc clutch and dual-mass flywheel, and now features Ford’s rev-matching technology for throttle blips on downshifts.
Available in both fastback and convertible body styles, the new model features a sleeker profile courtesy of a lower bonnet with integrated air vents, combined with a slimmer grille design. In an effort to reduce front-end lift, the Mustang features a larger front splitter that increases front-end downforce while shielding to the rear of the front wheel arches improve airflow and reduce drag.
At the rear, Ford has redesigned the rear bumper and diffuser element to accommodate the quad-tailpipes for the 5.0-litre V8 model. The Mustang’s headlights, daytime running lights, indicators, and iconic tri-bar tail lights now all feature LED technology as standard for the European market.
The interior has been updated to deliver a more premium feel; the door linings feature soft-touch materials and are finished with aluminium accents. Elsewhere, the centre console features a new hand-stitched, soft-touch wrap, while instrument panel surround is available in four new aluminium finishes.
Additionally, European customers will also be able to order the special edition
Ford Mustang Bullitt
, which pays homage to the Mustang GT fastback that featured in the legendary 1968 film of the same name, which starred Steve McQueen. The Mustang Bullitt edition is powered by an uprated version of the 5.0-litre V8 to deliver up to 464 PS and 529 Nm of torque, and is available in the iconic Dark Highland Green, or Shadow Black colours.


Hyundai Updates Price List Following Changes In GST

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors Sdn. Bhd., the official importer and distributor of Hyundai vehicles in Malaysia, has announced its revised price list of new products, in line with the recent announcement by the Ministry Of Finance to revamp the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to zero percent, down from six percent, effective 1st June 2018.
The company also pointed out that the revised price list is subject to adjustment should there be changes in the law concerning taxes and duties that would impact the final retail pricing later.
The revised prices of Hyundai models are as follow:


LEAKED: 2016 Honda CR-Z Facelift Revealed With New Styling Inside And Out

Leaked images of the 2016
Honda
 CR-Z facelift have been posted online courtesy of
CarNewsChina
, which show the compact hybrid’s dynamic new look.
From the front, there is a whole slew of changes beginning with the new headlamps which appear to be LED units and a new front bumper. Moving on to the side, the alloy wheels adopt a more aggressive design as well.
At the rear, a sportier rear bumper can be seen but other than that, there are no obvious changes visible at the rear. Even the taillights appear to be the same as that found on the present model. Suffice to say, the facelift gives the
Honda CR-Z
 an even sportier look, which certainly is a welcomed thing.
The cabin sees a substantial update as well with a new gear knob (seen here in the manual version). Elsewhere, the electronic parking brake just behind the gear shift replaces the manually operated one. Where the handbrake handle used to be, an armrest to take its place in the freed up space. Other minor updates sees the addition of chromed door handles, a new screen for the infotainment system, and unseen changes on the left-side stalk.
As for the powertrain, the CR-Z is expected to adopt the same 1.5-litre i-VTEC SOHC engine-electric motor pairing, mated to either a seven-speed CVT or six-speed manual transmission. Power outputs are 135PS/172Nm for the former and 136PS/190Nm for the latter.


Proton-Suzuki Deal: A Quick Look At The Potential Models Coming Our Way

Last week,
Suzuki announced
 that it has entered a licensing agreement with Malaysia's Proton Holdings, which would see Suzuki supplying CKD kits to Proton, who will then assemble the unnamed compact Suzuki passenger car model before selling the model under the Proton brand via Proton's dealer network.
Suzuki says the model is expected to be manufactured at Proton's Tanjung Malim plant from around August 2016.
There was also
another MoU
 signed to evaluate the potential for other model collaborations in the future, as well as sharing of Suzuki engines and transmissions with Proton.
To date, Suzuki and Proton has yet to reveal any further details with regards to the upcoming compact Suzuki mentioned in the license agreement, as well as the models considered in the MoU. Thus, we can only speculate.
Here's a look at the potential donor Suzuki models, and Carlist.my's take on how well they fit/don't fit within Proton's so-called 'Long Range Product Plan,' and some basic details of what the models offer.
A word of caution - don't take these renderings too seriously. Chris Aaron is definitely no Theophilus Chin, but we work with whatever we have.
Suzuki Celerio
This Celerio is a Perodua Axia-class A-segment car. Powered by a 1.0-litre engine and measuring just 3,600mm long and 1,600 mm wide, the Celerio is only slightly smaller than the Axia - 40 mm shorter and 20 mm narrower.
It replaces the little loved India-made Alto, which was briefly sold in Malaysia with a starting price of RM44,888.
Globally there are two engine options, both in 1.0-litre capacity.
The European market Celerio is fitted with a Euro-6 emission standard compliant K10C unit, which is a rather sophisticated engine packing dual injection, cooled-EGR, piston cooling oil jets, bowl-shaped piston crown, friction reducing roller-rocker type valve lifters, high 12.0:1 compression ratio and engine stop-start system. All are done in pursuit of an ultra-low fuel consumption of just 3.6-litre/100 km, and a very European-tax friendly CO2 emission of 84 g/km (manual transmission, combined European test cycle).
The more basic K10B engine, which does without any of the features mentioned above and is the one fitted in the Thailand and Indonesia market Celerio, consumes a still respectable 4.3-litre/100 km.
Both engines produce 68 hp at 6,000 rpm, but torque figures differs slightly - 93 Nm at 3,500 rpm for the K10C and 90 Nm at 3,500 rpm for the K10B.
The good news is that Thailand produces both variants of the Celerio. The K10B powered models are for Thailand (launched in May 2014) and Indonesia (launched in June 2015), while the K10C powered models are exported to Europe. So whether Proton gets the more sophisticated engine or not is just a question of whether buyers would be willing to pay for the more sophisticated engine or not.
As the Celerio complies with European UNECE safety regulations (which is also adopted in Malaysia since 2012), coupled with its Thailand sourcing, it is relative easy for Proton to take up this model.
If successful, the Axia-class Proton-badged Celerio will sit below the Myvi-class Proton Iriz.
Considering that Suzuki's announcement clearly mentions 'compact passenger car,' and Proton's Chairman Tun Mahathir Mohamad making a lot of references to Perodua, we are quite certain that the Celerio will be the first donor vehicle from Suzuki to Proton.
Likelihood for Proton: High
Suzuki Ciaz
The Ciaz is a Honda City-class B-segment car, and it is a rather large one too for its class. The Ciaz measures 4,490 mm long and 1,730 mm wide - 50 mm longer and 35 mm wider than the City, larger than the Toyota Vios and Nissan Almera too.
The Ciaz is produced in Thailand, as well as India and China, where it is known as the Suzuki Alivio.
Globally, there are four engine options available - Thailand will be using a 1.25-litre K12B petrol (to be launched later this year, eligible for excise tax discounts under Thailand's eco-car regulations), India uses a 1.4-litre petrol and 1.25-litre diesel while China uses a 1.6-litre petrol.
The Ciaz's status as an eco-car in Thailand also means that it conforms to the necessary UNECE safety regulations that are also adopted in Malaysia, so there should not be any difficulties homologating it for Malaysia.
The Ciaz produced in Thailand and India are fitted with engines that are unlikely to be powerful enough to meet the requirements of Malaysian drivers, who expect at least a 1.5-litre engine for a vehicle of this size, so if the Ciaz is to be considered, Proton will have to source a bigger engine from another Suzuki plant, possibly a 1.6-litre unit from China.
As part of the requirements to qualify for Thailand's Eco-Car incentive, Suzuki is obligated to manufacture 100,000 units of the Ciaz by its fourth year of production. That's quite a tall order and exports to other markets is definitely required. Globally, there is a very small market for Vios/City class B-segment sedans like the Ciaz. Such cars are mostly sold in developing Asia - India, China and ASEAN, while a small number is sold to car rental agencies in Eastern Europe and Australia.
Exports to India and China are ruled out as both countries are already producing the Ciaz for their respective domestic markets. Within ASEAN's Big 3 (Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia), Malaysia is the largest market outside of Thailand for such cars as Indonesia is dominated by MPVs.
One way or another, the Ciaz needs Malaysia to meet its production targets. The question is whether will it be exported to here as a CBU like the Mitsubishi Attrage or assembled under license by Proton.

Likelihood for Proton: Medium
Suzuki Ertiga
Launched in early 2009, the Proton Exora is already in its sixth year and is at the last legs of its model lifecycle, which typically should last no more than seven years for passenger cars. To date, there's no news of any replacement for the Exora.
The Suzuki Ertiga is an Avanza-class seven-seater MPV aimed at developing markets like India and Indonesia.
So in terms of refinement, the Ertiga is clearly not on the same level as the Proton Exora, which apart from its woeful powertrain, is actually quite an impressive entry-level MPV. The Exora's seat folding mechanism is still the most user-friendly in its class, while its individual air-conditioning vents on either sides of the cabin is still unrivalled by any of its peers.
The fact that it is not sold in any developed market also suggests that it doesn't conform to the necessary UNECE safety standards required in Malaysia since January 2012, and might need significant work from Proton/Suzuki to improve its body structure.
The Ertiga is only available with one engine option - a woeful 1.4-litre K14B engine that produces 94 hp to haul this 1,190 kg seven-seater MPV. Clearly it's not even on the same performance class as the 1.6-litre turbocharged 138 hp Exora or even the 1.5-litre Perodua Alza.
The Ertiga is manufactured in Indonesia, as well as India.
Unless Suzuki offers the Ertiga with a larger engine, and Proton is able to improve on the Ertiga's refinement, it is hard to see how the Ertiga can match up to Perodua's Alza, let alone succeed the Proton Exora.
Likelihood for Proton: Low
Suzuki Jimny
The part-time 4WD Jimny offers an interesting potential and might just be the right product to fill the gap left behind by the Perodua Kembara.
Currently sold at RM81,488, the fully-imported from Japan 1.3-litre Jimny doesn't stand any chance against excise duty exempted pick-up trucks, which offer much better value.
If passed to Proton, import and excise duties are no longer an issue. Imagine the prospect of a unique looking, circa-RM60,000 SUV with proven reputation for off-road prowess and reliability. Yes the cabin can be quite spartan but it's tough enough to survive many years of abuse.
It might have only two doors, but wouldn't this be a logical successor to the Satria Neo, not in terms of body type, but in terms of appeal? The market for two-door hatchbacks is alsmost non-existent now and the market has since moved on the stylish, leisure lifestyle oriented cars.
Lifestyle vehicles are the rage these days, as proven by the
Honda HR-V
 and growing sales of urban-focused lifestyle pick-up trucks but there's no lifestyle vehicle below the RM70,000 range.
The Jimny might just be the ace card that Proton needs.
Likelihood for Proton: Medium
What about the
Suzuki Swift, S-Cross, Grand Vitara, Vitara and Kizashi
?
The
Swift
 will make the Proton Iriz redundant so it is quite obvious that the Swift will not be considered at all, at least not for this current model generation.
The
S-Cross
 is a very new model, launched in Suzuki's home market in Japan in February 2015. It is quite unlikely that Suzuki will be so generous in sharing their latest product to a new acquaintance like Proton.
This is even after considering the possibility of Suzuki exiting the passenger car market in Malaysia in favour of working with Proton - no big deal for Suzuki since its main ASEAN market is Indonesia, where it sold 160,490 cars in 2014, behind Toyota and Daihatsu. Last year, Suzuki only sold 4,273 cars in Malaysia.
Like the Swift and S-Cross, a similar conclusion for the
new Vitara
, which only went on sale in Europe in March 2015.
The
Grand Vitara
 is quite a costly product to build - it's fairly big, and comes with a permanent 4WD drivetrain.
Even after considering excise duty exemptions that Proton is entitled to, and doing away with import duties, prices will still push close to RM100,000 and it is doubtful that the Proton brand is able to command that sort of a price tag. Plus, the Grand Vitara is an aging product that has been on the market since 2005.
As for the
Kizashi
 - the ‘neither here nor there' Kizashi straddles between the Corolla Altis-class and the Camry-class - it was loved by enthusiasts but has been a dud on the showroom floor since it was launched in 2009. It was discontinued in 2014.


AirAsia customers forced out of the plane due to 'overbooking'

AirAsia
 is back again in the spotlight and this time around, it involved a Malaysian family who was forcefully taken out of the plane due to 'overbooking'.

While overbooking issues are somewhat normal in the aviation industry (to reduce the risk of losses), the story of
Susan Yong
 and what happened to her family in the middle of November was indeed full of drama and confusion. By the sounds of things, AirAsia has got some explaining to do.

Flight from KL to Chiang Mai, but botched

*Image credit: Sin Chew Daily

In a lengthy FB post by Susan Yong, she booked a flight back in April for her herself, her mother, and husband as well as his parents to fly out to Chiang Mai, Thailand on 16 November 2022. Six months in advance, so you would think that there wouldn't be any issues, right?

Well, upon arriving at the check-in counter, Yong was informed that the flight was overbooked and that they will arrange a different flight but it'll be on the next day. Yong denied the offer with the reason that she had already booked a hotel and rental car on the same day as their original flight.

The next set of events got more weird and anxious, but we'll break them down for you.

Check-in staff offered a different flight at a later time (8pm) promising that they'll be in Thailand on the same day

Yong then asked which destination, to which they answered Bangkok instead of Chiang Mai (almost 700km apart)

For obvious reasons, the idea was declined. AA check-in staff then issued 'handwritten tickets' for Yong & husband to board the original flight

Yong & family complied and proceeded to boarding gate

AA staff at the service counter flipped through the handwritten tickets, and told the two that they were on the 'No Show' list but proceeded to assist in sorting out the seats

By this time, all of them were already on board the plane went suddenly a male staff member ordered Yong & her husband to disembark with the reason that their 'handwritten' tickets don't count

Yong's husband tried to explain the situation, but to no avail. Allegedly, the male staff called for backup and escorted them out of the plane

Yong & husband managed to get the rest of the family to disembark as well

AA proceeded with offering a flight to Chiang Mai for the next day + accommodation for the night + RM440 AA account credit (with expiry date)

Denied Boarding and Offloaded (according to MAVCOM)

Following this unfortunate turn of events, Yong proceeded to decline all compensatory offers and filed a police report. At this moment in time of writing, AirAsia has yet to release any official statements regarding the matter.

Above is more info when looking at the particular topic of 'Denied Boarding and Offloaded' by the Malaysian Aviation Commission (MAVCOM).


Michelin Malaysia Closed 2018 With 6 Percent Increase In Deliveries, Hints New XM2

Michelin Malaysia ended 2018, the year which also marks the 20th anniversary of Michelin’s operations here in Malaysia, by recording a 6 percent growth in tyre deliveries amidst challenging market conditions.
Tyres for cars and trucks still contribute the bulk of its sales volume, at 85 percent while motorcycle tyres make up the rest.
Speaking to the media at a press event earlier this week, Pascal  Nouvellon, Managing Director for Michelin in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Brunei also added that customer satisfaction improvement initiatives have also yielded positive results. Internal surveys now show that Michelin is the most recommended tyre brand.
Michelin is often recognized as the preferred brand for high performance tyres but the availability of limited volume specialty tyres like the Michelin Pilot Super Sport can sometimes be an issue. This is no longer the case, as the company has spent most of 2018 in improving its logistics to ensure 100 percent product availability.
Later this year, the company will be launching at least two new tyres: a performance-oriented tyre for luxury SUVs, and a mass market tyre that caters to 60 percent of the market. The latter should refer to the aging Michelin Energy XM2. With sizes ranging from 13- to 16-inches, the XM2 is ideal for the Myvi- and Honda City class of vehicles.
Last year, Michelin Malaysia launched two new tyres: the all-terrain LTX Force tyre for off-road capable vehicles, as well as the Honda Accord-class Primacy 4.


Proton And Huawei Join Forces To Reward Customers

To celebrate the end of 2020, Proton has teamed up with Huawei to launch the nationwide "PROTONxHuawei Better Together" campaign to further reward its customers.

The contest will reward lucky customers with attractive prizes including a brand-new
Proton X70
as the grand prize.

Held from 15 December 2020 to 3 January 2021 the contest is open to those who have purchased selected Proton models - such as the
Persona
, Iriz,
Exora
 or
Saga
 - and/or a Huawei branded device.

Aside from the Proton X70 grand prize, Huawei Mate 40 Pro smartphones are also up for grabs along with 17,000 Huawei online store vouchers worth RM100 each for buyers of Proton cars.

CEO of Proton Edar, En Roslan Abdullah added, "As we all know, it has been a tough year for everyone so as it comes to a close, we at Proton want to spread positivity among Malaysians and encourage everyone to embrace a new beginning for 2021,”

How to join the contest?

To participate in the contest, buyers of Proton cars or a Huawei branded device will need to post a creative post related to their Proton car or Huawei device on their respective Facebook or Instagram pages with the hashtags #PROTONHUAWEIBETTERTOGETHER2020 #HUAWEIMATE40PRO, and #HiPROTON along with the caption, “I like Proton Cars/Huawei Mate 40 Pro because…” Upon completion, participants are required to visit the
contest website
 to provide necessary details.


2017 BMW M2 Coupe In Malaysia – Upgraded With LED Lights And Apple CarPlay, RM536k

BMW Group Malaysia has introduced a facelifted version
M2 Coupe
, an updated version introduced globally this year with a minor facelift of the F22 2 Series Coupe and Convertible family.
External changes are relatively minor, starting with new bi-LED headlights, an upgrade from the outgoing model’s xenon units. The rear section also gets newly-designed all-LED tail lights.
Inside, the updated M2 receives a redesigned and illuminated M-specific black instrument panel. The iDrive infotainment system moves to BMW's latest version with touchscreen as well as and further enhanced with Apple Car Play.
The cabin itself is finished in high-gloss carbon fibre and features the newer design M leather ‘Walknappa’ steering wheel as seen in more recent BMW M and M Sport models.
Engine remains unchanged, with BMW’s 3.0-litre inline-6 engine pushing out 370 hp; maximum torque is rated at 465 Nm with an overboost function able to briefly stretch that to 500 Nm. Drive goes astern via a 7-speed dual clutch transmission.
An upgraded chassis brings in lightweight aluminium front and rear axles from the M3 and M4, M Servotronic steering with two settings, M compound brakes, and the electronically-controled Active M Differential
The updated BMW M2 Coupe is available with a choice of four colours – Long Beach Blue, Black Sapphire, Alpine White, and Mineral Grey – which are matched to Dakota Black leather interior with blue contrast stitching.
On-the-road price of the M2 without insurance but including BMW’s 5-year unlimited mileage warranty with free service and 2-year tyre warranty for individual private buyers in Peninsular Malaysia is RM535,800. To recap, the M2’s price during its
launch in 2016 was RM498,800
.
East Malaysia customers, meanwhile, pay RM537,986.50 under the same terms, but if you stay in duty-free Labuan or Langkawi, the asking price drops to just RM331,980.


2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line Unveiled - RM169,990

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM)
 has finally announced the pricing for the
2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line
 for the Malaysian market, coming in at RM169,990.

It is said to be the most 'progressive' generation yet with enhanced digitalisation for seamless connectivity as well user convenience in the form of the "Hello Volkswagen" voice control system.

Timeless Golf exterior design

For the 2022 model, the Volkswagen Golf R-Line retains its exterior features with a hint of sporty accents thanks to the R-Line styling package. This is most noticeable via its C-signature front bumper which sits lower to offer better aero efficiency.

The rear is pretty much the same for an Mk8 Golf R-Line, which features a pair of chrome-effect trapezoid faux exhaust tailpipes. To round things off, the Golf R-Line is fitted with a set of 17-inch Valencia alloy wheels.

1.4TSI engine with 150PS & 250Nm

What's under the hood has been retained for the 2022 model - a 1.4TSI turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces
150PS
 and
250Nm
 of torque.

This is then mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with shift-by-wire tech. No difference here in this particular area for the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line.

Enhanced digitalisation with voice control

If you're a fan of in-car voice control or command, you can now enjoy it with the 2022 Golf R-Line. Featuring an intelligent voice control system that can be activated by saying the magic words "Hello Volkswagen" or pressing the voice button, it'll react to voice commands such as "I'm cold" as well as the ability to detect which person is speaking at the time (driver or passenger).

Other key highlights that can be found in the 2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line are:

Full LED lighting system

R-Line interior

Front sport seats with Sardegna fabric and Art Velours side bolsters

30-colour ambient lighting

Three-zone climate control

381-litre boot space + more

Pricing - 2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line

The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R-Line is priced at
RM169,990
 (recommended retail price). This includes three years of free maintenance, five years of unlimited mileage warranty, and five years of roadside assistance.

There are five exterior colours to choose from - Atlantic Blue (metallic), Deep Black (pearl), Oryx White (pearl), and two new options - Moonstone Grey and metallic Kings Red.


PLUS' proposed travel schedule for Hari Raya on the North-South Highway now out

As announced by PLUS a few days ago, where they also mentioned that
2 million vehicles would be hitting the road this upcoming Raya period
, the Proposed Travel Time (TTA) schedule on the North-South Highway is now out.

The TTA schedule aims to distribute traffic during the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festival season from April 19 to May 1 2023.

According to PLUS's Chief Operating Officer, Datuk Zakaria Ahmad Zabidi, The recommendation was given following the expectation of two million vehicles hitting the road daily.

"Nevertheless, the smoothness of traffic also depends on unforeseen events such as accidents which can disrupt travel on the highway. Therefore, we urge the public to plan their itineraries based on the issued TTA not only for travel out of the Klang Valley before the Aidilfitri holiday, but also for travel back to the Klang Valley after the holiday," said Zakaria.

As you can see from their poster, highway users from the Klang Valley heading to further destinations such as Perlis, Kedah, Penang and Johor are advised to enter the highway before 9am.

Meanwhile, those heading to closer locations such as Perak, Negeri Sembilan and Melaka are advised to enter the highway between 12 noon and 3 pm.

Meanwhile, for the journey back to the Klang Valley betwen April 19 to May 1, highway users from Perlis, Kedah, Penang, Perak, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Johor are advised to enter the highway before 9am.

Here are some reminders and keynotes for a smoother journey

All R&R public facilities such as suraus, toilets and petrol stations are open 24 hours a day for the convenience and comfort of highway users.

PLUS are also deploying RELA members to help with traffic management at R&Rs.

Highway users are advised to remember and use the same mode of payment when entering and exiting highways.

Ensure that the balance of the e-Wallet (for RFID transactions) and the balance of the Touch 'n Go card are always sufficient.

Although the TTA can be used as a reference, PLUS advises highway users to monitor traffic on Waze or Google Maps.

Highway users can also get the latest traffic information via Twitter @PLUSTrafik, PLUS Application, and electronic signs (VMS)


Audi Brings Their R8 LMS GT2 To Goodwood

There are a lot of shakeups coming to the racing world in the next few years, and one of the larger changes is the re-introduction of the GT2 racing class in North America and Europe in 2020. GT2 used to be one of the highest tiers of saloon car racing across the world, but in more recent years the GT3 class has seen entries from more and more Pro-Am or full amateur teams, so there's a possible push from teams to open the GT2 class back up for the more serious entrants.
Not that there's anything wrong with gentleman drivers - without them, the race series would most likely not happen at all - but the GT2 would allow for even fiercer racing without having to contend with higher risks. Audi's response to this is the R8 LMS GT2, which will be allowed to compete in class as well as run during track days and other events at Race Resorts around the world - essentially racetrack holidays.
Audi decided to bring their latest and greatest racecar to Goodwood for the annual running of Lord Wood's driveway. This would be the fourth model of the R8 LMS GT2, with many more to roll off their factory floors before the year ends in preparation of racing next year.
The R8 LMS GT2 packs a whopping 640 hp - something that may change once balance of performance is applied - and this makes it the most powerful model in their eleven year history of customer racing programmes.
Now if only we could see them return to rally, like the short lived days of Group B. The motorsport landscape has changed a great deal, as has Audi's position in the market, but rally remains one of the most exciting and hotly contested forms of motorsport in the world.
For the best deals on Audi models, click
here
.


Buy A Ford Ranger WildTrak This Raya And Pay Only RM463 A Month

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia today announced its Hari Raya sales promotion.
From 1 May to 30 June 2019, customers can own a Ford Ranger with low monthly repayments from as low as RM463 per month with savings up to RM11,000. On top of that, low interest rate as low as 0% per annum will also be offered.
According to SDAC, the monthly repayment of RM 463 is based on a loan amount of RM50,000 over a 9-year period, with 0% interest payment, offered only for the 2018 year make Ranger WildTrak.
WildTrak aside, the Ranger is available in eight other variants, including the Ranger Raptor, XLT Plus, XLT, and XL. Since April, the Ranger Raptor has added two new body paints – Absolute Black and Arctic White to its existing Lightning Blue and Conquer Grey lineup.
The Ranger comes with a full manufacturer’s warranty of three years or up to 100,000km, whichever comes first.
During the two month promotion period, 30 customers will stand a chance to win electrical goods worth up to RM2,000 each – ranging from smart TV’s, fridges, washers, tablets and many more.
“Providing a great ownership experience starts with lightening your load this Raya. This includes offering low monthly instalment plans with low interest rates as low as 0%, coupled with attractive cash rebates and prizes – this gives an even bigger reason to buy a New Ford Ranger this festive season,” said Syed Ahmad Muzri Bin Syed Faiz, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto Connexion.
To find out more about Ford's model line-up, click
here
.


Masalah Alat Ganti Proton Sedang Diusahakan – Pengguna X70 Letih Menunggu

Sebahagian pengguna
X70
 di Malaysia terpaksa menunggu selama berbulan-bulan bagi mendapatkan alat ganti daripada pusat servis Proton ekoran kemelut kekurangan alat ganti.

Nampaknya, dah masuk tahun ketiga Proton X70 berada di dalam pasaran Malaysia. Namun berita yang didengari tetap berita sama iaitu kekurangan alat ganti. Kalau sebelum ini penghasilan
Proton X50 terjejas
 ekoran kekurangan bekalan bahagian kereta sewaktu pandemik, kali ini pengguna X70 pula mengalami masalah sama setiap kali berkunjung ke pusat servis Proton yang berdaftar.

Sepatutnya selepas menghadapi masalah dengan penghasilan
X50
, Proton perlu merangka strategi baru bagi mengelakkan perkara tersebut berlaku pada model-model yang akan datang. Namun hakikatnya, cerita sama yang telah berlaku pada X70. Bukan apa, tempoh menunggu yang lama ini akan membuatkan orang hilang kepercayaan kepada Proton.

Bila difikirkan secara logik, Proton X70 sudah berada di atas jalan semenjak
2018
 tetapi lagi mempunyai masalah kekurangan alat ganti tidak masuk akal. Kalau sewaktu awal pandemik dulu faham la juga, namun di tahun 2021 dimana kebanyakan sektor telah kembali beroperasi, mengapa masalah ini masih berlanjutan?

Walaubagaimanapun, menurut beberapa sumber, Proton sedang berhempas pulas untuk menyelesaikan kemelut alat ganti mereka dengan membawa masuk tenaga mahir tempatan yang berpengalaman bagi membantu menyelesaikan masalah ini.

Kelewatan menerima alatan ganti disebabkan kerana alat ganti dan komponen X70 diimport daripada China dan bukannya dihasilkan disini. Meskipun terdapat versi permasangan CKD atau tempatan, namun majoriti daripada komponennya diperolehi dari China. Masalah kelewatan ini juga dikatakan berpunca daripada sistem komputer Proton yang digodam sebelum ini, namun ianya telah diselesaikan.

Selain itu, pengurusan
Geely
 yang dikatakan kurang berpengalaman dalam mengendalikan syarikat automotif di luar negara China juga menjadi antara salah satu sebab kelanjutan masalah spare part Proton ini. Apakah segala perancangan Proton-Geely mampu mengatasi isu ini bukan hanya sekarang malah mengelaknya daripada berlaku di masa hadapan?

Para pengguna diminta untuk memberikan Proton sedikit masa kerana urusan penyelesaian masalah alat ganti ini bakal memakan masa. Bukan apa, sekiranya perkara ini terus berlaku, ianya bakal mencemarkan imej Proton juga.

Jika kita buat perbandingan dengan Perodua, kenapa tidak pernah kita dengar akan isu kekurangan komponen atau alat ganti? Ini kerana ekosistem yang telah Perodua bina, dengan adanya sistem Perodua Smart Build atau PSB, 95% komponen Perodua dibina atau dihasilkan di negara ini. Ini mungkin boleh menjadi pedoman atau inspirasi untuk Proton capai satu hari nanti.

Sayang kalau model cantik seperti X70 dan X50 ini menerima layanan servis aftersales seperti ini. Model premium, perkhidmatan selepas jualan pun kena lah power baru pengguna gembira!

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Peugeot Malaysia Offers Exclusive Year-End Deals For 3008 and 5008 SUVs

Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of Peugeot vehicles in Malaysia, is offering exclusive year-end deals on its Peugeot 3008 and 5008 SUV models.

From now until 31st December 2019, customers can trade in their cars and get up to RM 10,000 extra from their existing vehicle’s appraised value. Additionally, customers who purchase the Peugeot 3008 or 5008 SUV Plus will be entitled to a 3-year free maintenance service, inclusive of parts and labour charges.

Customers can also inquire for a special ownership financing with Affin Bank that allows them to own the SUVs from as low as RM 1,300 per month.

All Peugeot models come with a 5-year/120,000km manufacturer warranty as well as Nasim’s 24-hour Peugeot Assistance service, and Peugeot Privelege membership.


PSA Group To Have Only Two Platforms, Fully Electrified Product Range By 2025

As part of its ‘Push To Pass’ strategic plan, the PSA Group (Peugeot, Citroen, Opel, and Vauxhall)  has been scaling back the number of its platforms worldwide to cut down R&D costs and its industrial and production processes.
This initiative will ultimately lead to all PSA Group passenger cars being built only on two multi-energy platforms in the future, namely the Efficient Modular Platform 2 (EMP2) launched in 2013, and the new Common Modular Platform (CMP) which was launched with the Citroen DS3 Crossback last month.
That being said, the PSA Group has begun an assertive campaign to introduce electrified versions of its vehicles from 2019.
The new models made on these two platforms will be available in internal combustion (petrol and diesel), electric and hybrid versions in tune with the transition of energy deployment.
Starting in 2019, city cars from all PSA Group brands will be produced utilising CMP. The platform will also be available in a variant equipped with a 100% electric powertrain (eCMP).
Mid and high-end body styles of the five brands under PSA on the other hand, will be produced on EMP2 platform. In addition to petrol and diesel engines, EMP2 will also facilitate the Plug-in Hybrid petrol-Electric Vehicle powertrain (PHEV).
By 2021, the Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel and Vauxhall brands are to launch eight new PHEVs. Besides that, 100% of the PSA Group range will be electrified by 2025.
"The ingenious design of its two platforms and the streamlining of its series production processes have given Groupe PSA the flexibility to adapt to changes in the energy mix in its various markets. This means we can offer all our customers around the world a comprehensive range of internal combustion vehicles, plugin hybrids and electric vehicles that meet their usage needs and contribute to ever more responsible mobility," said Gilles Le Borgne, PSA Group’s Executive Vice President.


Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R Is Coming To Malaysia In 2023

Ever since the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R was launched around two years back, Malaysians have been wondering about its potential arrival on our shores. Finally, we have an official answer.

Modenas
, Kawasaki's newly-appointed distributor here in Malaysia, has stated that the 250cc inline-four sports bike will arrive in the local market sometime within the first half of 2023.

There were many reasons for this great delay, but it all ultimately came down to two major factors - COVID-19 and the distributorship change from
Kawasaki Motors
 (Malaysia) to Modenas. But, it seems that there's another reason, and it might be a more interesting note for some.

Modenas stated that in regards to the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R, they are still unsure whether it'll be marketed as a CBU or CKD model. If the latter is true, you can expect to see the 250cc four-banger to be more competitively priced.

Powered by a
250cc inline-four DOHC engine
, the ZX-25R is able to produce
50hp
 at a screaming 15,500rpm and close to
23Nm of torque
 at 14,500rpm. There are two different variants, and the Special Edition model comes with a few extra bits like selectable riding modes, bidirectional quickshifter, traction control, and more.

We understand that the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R is a bit late to the game here in Malaysia, but hey, better late than never, eh? Stay tuned for more updates.


Wanita Kena Samun Di Hadapan Rumah - Cara Paling Selamat Keluar Kereta

Malang tidak berbau. Pernyataan tersebut sesuai bagi menggambarkan situasi yang menimpa seorang wanita yang disamun ketika berada di dalam keretanya di hadapan rumah. Depan rumah pun boleh jadi mangsa!

Kejadian yang berlaku pada 7 Oktober lalu, kira-kira pukul 7.10 petang itu berjaya dirakam kamera litar tertutup (
CCTV
) dipercayai dari kediaman mangsa.

*Kredit: Twitter @4rshrf

Berdasarkan rakaman berdurasi 39 saat, kelihatan wanita terbabit berada di dalam sebuah kereta sebelum didatangi seorang lelaki dari arah belakang kereta dengan berjalan kaki.

Lelaki berbaju putih itu kemudiannya telah membuka pintu kereta mangsa sebelum melarikan beberapa barangan milik mangsa.

Pada masa sama, kelihatan sebuah motosikal dinaiki seorang lelaki dipercayai rakan suspek turut membantu lelaki berbaju putih itu melarikan diri dengan menaiki
motosikal
.

Wanita terbabit cuba mengejar kedua-dua suspek, namun gagal.

Menurut Kosmo, satu laporan polis telah dibuat susulan kejadian yang berlaku di Pandamaran Jaya, Klang dan kes disiasat mengikut Seksyen 379 Kanun Keseksaan.

Ketua Polis Daerah Klang Selatan, Asisten Komisioner Shamsul Amar Ramli berkata, akibat kejadian tersebut, mangsa mengalami kerugian dianggarkan bernilai RM2,000 apabila beg tangannya yang mengandungi beg dompet, tiga unit telefon bimbit pelbagai jenama, dan wang tunai bernilai RM300 disamun suspek.

Penulis telah menghubungi rakan mangsa dan difahamkan sehingga kini, tiada tangkapan dibuat dan pihak polis masih menjalankan siasatan untuk mengesan kedua-dua suspek di dalam rakaman CCTV tersebut.

Tips kepada wanita untuk keluar kereta dengan selamat:

Jangan terus
mematikan enjin
 ketika sampai di kawasan rumah. Ini untuk memudahkan anda beralih dari kawasan yang tidak selamat dengan pantas.

Lihat keadaan sekeliling di luar kenderaan, pastikan tiada pejalan kaki atau sesiapa yang mencurigakan berhampiran kereta anda.

Ambil kunci rumah dan/atau kunci pagar dari beg tangan dan bersedia untuk keluar dari kereta.

Setelah memastikan tiada bahaya di sekeliling anda, matikan enjin, keluar kereta dengan segera dan terus masuk ke dalam rumah.

Lebih baik jika anda mempunyai
pepper spray
 yang boleh digunakan ketika kecemasan.

Ingat, samun atau
ragut
 boleh terjadi di mana-mana sahaja, tapi kita boleh mengelaknya dengan sentiasa berwaspada dengan keadaan sekeliling dan tidak memberi ruang kepada penjenayah untuk menjadikan kita sebagai sasaran mereka.


Volkswagen Group Malaysia Partners Up With University Malaysia Pahang

If the title is confusing you, don't fret - it's entirely correct. Volkswagen Group Malaysia (VGM) still exists, in reference to the production facility up in Pekan. It's this specific part of Volkswagen's operations in Malaysia that is partnering up with University Malaysia Pahang (UMP), having signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims to boost advancements in the fields of education, research, and technology - especially in autronics - and to help produce a highly skilled workforce in the country.
VGM will be sharing their expertise in production and German engineering and technologies with students of UMP should they apply for internship placements or wish to visit the plant to broaden their understanding of what they learn in classrooms. Workshops on new technologies and research findings will also be held in order to keep both students and lecturers up to date on the latest happenings in the world of automotive engineering.
This collaboration will see both parties working closely together as a platform to connect the automotive industry to academic developments and researches. It will also pave the way for various programmes such as exchange of staff, academic material as well as exploring the possibilities to further advance the technical, engineering and vocational education (TVET). Volkswagen’s Pekan plant currently assembles four models sold in Malaysia - the Polo, Vento, Passat, and Tiguan. These four models make up the line-up of Volkswagen cars available in Malaysia, alongside the Golf family and the Beetle.
VGM’s Danny Auerswald said that a collaboration such as this provides many benefits to both parties. “We are very pleased to partner with UMP and we are looking forward to working closely with the students in recognising their talents and hard work. Talent cultivation is something that is actively practiced at Volkswagen AG, and it is great that we are able to be working with local students for this. We are confident that the students at UMP will have plenty to learn and benefit from this collaboration“.
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Ducati Malaysia wins Global Distributor of the Year award

Ducati Malaysia
 won big at the recent Ducati Global Dealer Conference 2022, including the Global Distributor of the Year award.

Apart from the very important Ducati Global Distributor of the Year 2022 award, Ducati Malaysia was also awarded two more awards - Best Marketing Team 2022 in the Asia Pacific and Best Commercial After Sales Team 2022 in the Asia Pacific.

*Image credit: Ducati Malaysia

Continuation of awards from 2021

Ducati Malaysia definitely carried 2022 hard after winning the Best Marketing and Best Aftersales awards back in 2021. Whatever efforts that they have placed this year have certainly come to fruition after being recognised as the number one Ducati distributor on the entire planet.

Ducati Malaysia's General Manager, Dennis Michael, was present at the Ducati Global Dealer Conference 2022 held in Forte Village, Sardinia, to personally receive the coveted awards earlier this week. You can also expect to see a lot more from Ducati Malaysia in 2023.

*Image credit: MotoGP

First Ducati MotoGP world champion this weekend?

Ducati's MotoGP rider,
Francesco Bagnaia
, heads into the Sepang round this weekend with a 14-point lead against his closest rival, Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP rider and defending world champion, Fabio Quartararo.

Following a string of bad results from the Yamaha factory rider, Ducati's Bagnaia has made some grounds and taken the lead following a podium finish last weekend at Phillip Island, Australia. The 2022 MotoGP world champion might be crowned this Sunday, or go to the final round in Valencia, Spain, on 6 November 2022.