Kia Grand Carnival CKD Is Here – 2 Variants, Same Price, More Features

Naza Kia Malaysia, the official distributor of Kia vehicles in Malaysia has introduced the locally assembled version of the Grand Carnival.
Previously offered
 in three trim levels - 2.2D, 2.2 CRDI KX, and 2.2 CRDI EX, the Kia Grand Carnival CKD only comes in two variants now as the base 2.2D has been dropped.
While the KX variant is priced at RM161,192, the EX asks for RM180,668 (OTR without insurance), which is the same as before.
However, there have been a few feature upgrades such as the new eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system which replaces the outgoing 4.3-inch display, and the addition of Bluetooth connectivity with steering-mounted controls. The new system also supports Apple Carplay and Android Auto.
The Kia Grand Carnival CKD is also equipped with an Electro Chromic Rear View Mirror which automatically dims when headlights shine onto the mirror’s surface, Aeroblade wipers, as well as Tri-Zone Air conditioners (EX variant only).
Besides that, the list of standard features remains the same, comprising:
6 airbags
ABS, EBD
ESC
HAC
ISOFIX mounts
Projector halogen headlights with LED DRLs
Front and rear fog lights
LED tail lights
Power folding side mirrors with LED turn signal
Supervision cluster 3.5" TFT OLED dislay
6 speakers
Fabric upholstery
Second row seats with 40:20:40 split folding
Third row seats with 50:50 split folding
Rear air vents for second and third row seats
Remote key
Manual sliding door
Gas-lift tailgate
Active Eco Function
Speed-sensing auto door lock
Impact-sensing auto door unlock
18-inch Clear Silver alloy wheels
The range-topping 2.2D EX on the other hand gets a few extras like:
Black high glossy type front radiator grille with white chrome
Roof rack
Tri-zone automatic air-conditioning with Cluster Ionizer
Leather upholstery
8 way power adjustable front driver seat
Smart key system with push start button
Power sliding doors
Smart Power tailgate operation
18-inch Machine Finish alloy wheels
Powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that is paired to a six-speed automatic gearbox, the powertrain package produces 190 hp and a maximum torque of 440 Nm.
As for warranty, the Kia Grand Carnival CKD is comes with a five-year/unlimited mileage manufacturer’s warranty and the company’s ‘Value 5’ smart financing package.
Also, do check out our review of the Kia Grand Carnival CBU
here.


2017 Facelifted Peugeot 208 GTi Introduced

Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, has introduced the new Peugeot 208 GTi, priced at RM143,888, on-the-road inclusive of insurance. The 208 GTi facelift comes shortly after the launch of the base-model
Peugeot 208
 B-Segment hatch, and in line with the
Nasim's 2017 product offensive
.
Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group Chief Operating Officer, Automotive Group, Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd adds, “Since we first introduced the 208 GTi to the Malaysian market in 2013, it has been one of our top sellers hot hatch market in Malaysia. We strongly believe, the new 208 GTi with its new upgraded engine to 208 hp will reinvigorate the sporting passion in the performance hatch segment. Despite the increase in Forex, we have managed to keep the pricing of the new 208 GTi competitive at RM143,888 on the road complete with insurance.”
The 2017 model is powered by the same 1.6-litre THP (Turbo High Pressure) engine, albeit producing 208bhp now, 8hp more than before, while torque has been bumped up by 25 Nm to 300 Nm. The engine is paired to a six-speed manual transmission. Peugeot claims 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.5 seconds, and a top speed of 230km/h.
Cosmetically, the new front bumper has sharper lines – the wider front grille and its thicker surrounds are now fully integrated into the bumper; the most obvious change being the redesigned fog lamp enclosures at the front. At the rear, the redesigned tail lamps now feature the characteristic ‘Tiger Claw’ graphics, which set it apart from the older model.
The interior architecture largely remains the same, the seats are upholstered in Club Nappa leather with Caro Weave fabric finish, six-airbags are fitted as standard.
In terms of safety, the new 208GTi is equipped Stability Control, Traction Control, ABS, EBA and EBD. The 2017 model comes with the latest-generation Electronic Stability Program (ESP), which is able to detect the first signs of a sideways skid and helps reduce oversteer.
The New Peugeot 208 GTi is available in two exciting colours - Digital White and Rogue Red. The new 208GTi comes with Nasim’s 5-years Peace of Mind warranty valid for a total of 5 years or up to 120,000 km whichever comes first.


Thailand To Upgrade To Euro 5 By 2023

The Thailand Ministry of Energy has set 2023 as the nationwide implementation deadline to adopt the cleaner Euro 5 specification diesel fuel.
In a report by
The Bangkok Post
, the decision to carry forward the implementation two years earlier is due to the readiness of six oil refiners in Thailand that could meet the deadline.
“Implementation of Euro 5 was set for 2025 previously, but we are pushing it forward, which also meets the deadlines for Japan and Hong Kong," said Energy Minister Siri Jirapongphan.
Under the Euro 5 diesel standard, the permitted sulphur level will drop to 10 parts per million (PPM), five times lower than the current Euro 4 specification.
The move to adopt an earlier timeline for the implementation is also due to the increasing levels of toxic dust in central provinces caused by PM2.5 dust.
However, cleaner diesel fuel meeting Euro 5 specifications also come at a tremendous cost to refineries. Energy analysts say reducing the sulphur levels will require 14 billion Baht in expenditure per refinery and may increase retail prices by 4 Baht per ten litres.
A file photo of a refinery at PTTGC, Thailand's largest total integrated petrochemical and refining complex
The currently capable refineries (only two) can only produce 500 million litres of the cleaner diesel fuel a month, representing 25% of the total national demand.
This latest decision follows a recent announcement by the government to provide biodiesel B20 to large powered trucks and buses for transport operators.
In order to promote the wider use of biodiesel B20, the government is also considering the continuation of the subsidy in order to price it five Baht per litre cheaper than the B7 specification.
Closer to home, both petrol and diesel fuel standard is still Euro 2, something developed from the mid-1990s. Euro 5 specification diesel fuel, first introduced by BHPetrol, has been sold alongside Euro 2 diesel fuel since 2016. The availability is still however limited to large cities. Based on our records, Sabah is the latest market to retail
Petronas' Euro 5 diesel fuel
, launched back in August 2018.
Euro 5 specification diesel, or commonly known as Euro 5M, is currently priced at RM2.28 per litre, just 10 sen higher than the dated and much dirtier Euro 2M specification fuel.


Hampir 240,000 Orang Malaysia Menjadi OKU Selepas Terbabit Di Dalam Nahas Jalan Raya

Norfarrah Syahirah Shaari, 33 tahun adalah
Orang Kelainan Upaya (OKU)
 yang kudung kedua belah tangan sejak lahir. Dia menggunakan kaki untuk melakukan kerja harian termasuk memandu kereta.

*Kredit video: Harian Metro

Norfarrah mengakui sudah biasa memandu berseorangan dan itu menjadi rutin sejak sembilan tahun yang lalu. Penerima Anugerah Belia COVID-19 ini berkata, dia mengambil masa dua minggu sahaja untuk membiasakan diri memandu menggunakan kaki, dalam temubual bersama Harian Metro.

*Kredit foto: Harian Metro

Katanya, dulu, bapanya kerap berulang alik dari rumah untuk menghantar dan mengambilnya pulang dari tempat kerja dan keadaan itu membuatkan dia terfikir sampai bila perlu mengharapkan bapanya serta orang sekeliling.

“Bertitik tolak dari situ, timbul keinginan untuk memiliki
lesen memandu
 dan mulanya, saya tidak yakin sehingga melihat kebolehan seorang rakan OKU memandu walaupun dalam keadaan fizikal yang serba kekurangan.”

Penulis sendiri pernah menyaksikan kecekalan arwah ibu yang boleh memandu kereta menggunakan kaki palsu sehingga akhir hayatnya. Setelah kaki kanannya diamputasi pada 2014, arwah terus memandu setelah 2 minggu dibedah dan pemanduannya jauh lebih baik daripada kami, ahli keluarga yang lain yang cukup sifat ini. Dia membuktikan yang OKU boleh dan mampu untuk berdikari, malah lebih baik dari sebelum kehilangan anggota badan.

Tapi bukan semua OKU boleh menerima kekurangan fizikal mereka sebaik insan-insan hebat di atas, apatah lagi jika kehilangan atau kecacatan tubuh badan adalah kerana
nahas jalan raya
. Lain orang, lain cara penerimaannya.

*Kredit foto: Kosmo

Dalam acara Sepetang Bersama
MIROS
 – Bicara Kewartawanan dan Laporan Nahas Jalan Raya yang diadakan secara dalam talian, MIROS mendedahkan hampir separuh daripada 600,000 yang berdaftar sebagai orang kurang upaya (OKU) terdiri daripada individu yang mengalami kecacatan selepas terbabit dengan nahas jalan raya.

Pegawai Penyelidik Kanan Institut Penyelidikan Keselamatan Jalan Raya Malaysia (MIROS), Yusof Ghani, berkata kebanyakan individu ini dilahirkan sempurna tetapi terlantar dan koma selepas terbabit nahas jalan raya.

"Menurut Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi, daripada 600,000 OKU di negara ini, 40 peratus daripadanya menjadi OKU kesan terbabit dengan nahas jalan raya, sedangkan sebelum ini mereka boleh bekerja dan belajar”.

Bayangkan bagaimana penerimaan hampir 240,000 OKU di Malaysia yang mengalami kecacatan akibat nahas jalan raya, walhal sebelum ini menjalani kehidupan normal seperti orang lain?

Kajian bersama oleh Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) dan Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) dalam jurnal Trauma Dalam Kalangan Orang Kurang Upaya Fizikal Akibat Kemalangan: Satu Perkongsian Pengalaman Dalam Menghadapi Krisis mendapati,
trauma
 yang dialami oleh OKU fizikal akibat sesuatu kemalangan boleh mendatangkan kesan yang sangat mendalam.

“Individu yang terpaksa melalui situasi ini akan mengalami perasaan putus asa kerana kesukaran untuk bergerak dan tidak berupaya melaksanakan tugasan harian dengan sempurna. Mereka akan menunjukkan tingkah laku dan gangguan emosi yang tidak stabil seperti terkejut, cemas, murung, marah, penyesuaian serta mengalami perubahan signifikan dalam perhubungan sosial. Kesan seterusnya akan membawa kepada trauma dalam kehidupan harian mereka”.

*Kredit foto: Harian Metro

Lebih menyedihkan, kata Yusof, impak menjadi OKU akibat nahas jalan raya turut dirasai oleh ahli keluarga, terutamanya yang perlu menjaga mangsa 24 jam sehari. Keadaan kelompok OKU ini ibarat hidup segan, mati tak mahu apabila turut memberi kesan berpanjangan kepada ekonomi dan sosial mereka.

Akhir kata, kami menyeru kepada anda supaya
 jangan
 menjadi penyumbang kepada statistik di atas kerana impak pemanduan yang cuai dan merbahaya akan turut dirasai oleh ahli keluarga anda dan pengguna jalan raya yang lain, yang tidak berdosa. Jadi, tolonglah rakyat Malaysia, pandulah dengan cermat, ingatlah orang yang tersayang.


Mercedes-AMG A35 Hatchback Launched! 306PS, RM380k

When the Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic Sedan was launched last September, most of those who were present only had one question in mind – “When is the hatchback coming?”

After making us wait for nine months, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia finally unleashed the highly anticipated hatchback sibling via a digital launch earlier today.

Sitting between the A250 and the A45 in the model range, the A35 hatchback is priced at RM379,888 on the road without insurance, which is about RM30,000 more than the sedan.

Powering the A 35 hatch here is the M260 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a twin-scroll turbocharger which produces 306 PS and 400 Nm of torque, and paired to the engine is the AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7G dual clutch transmission which delivers power to all four wheels via the 4MATIC AWD system.

Capable of sprinting from naught to 100 in 4.7 seconds, the A35 hatch is also able to clock an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h.

Offered in limited Edition 1 package, AMG Aerodynamics package, and also the Night package, the A35 hatch comes with the radiator grille with twin louvres, AMG Line front apron with flics on the air intakes, a front splitter, silver chrome trims around the outer air intakes, 19-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels, a new rear diffuser insert, as well as a rear spoiler and twin exhaust pipes.

Only one colour is available for the Mercedes-AMG A35 Edition 1, which is the metallic denim blue we’re looking at here, with decals in matt Tech Gold on the exterior mirror caps and in the lower part of the doors, paired with the exclusive 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in matt Tech Gold with a high-sheen finish.

Inside, the A35 AMG comes fitted with AMG Performance seats in black Artico man-made leather, an AMG Performance Nappa leather flat-bottom steering wheel, as well as AMG emblems with black and silver accents.

The list of standard equipment includes the MBUX infotainment system comprising two 10.25-inch screens, a head-up display, wireless charging for phones, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as the Track Pace racing data logger.

In case you’re wondering how much one has to pay for the A35 AMG on a monthly basis, there are two financial solutions provided by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia - the Agility Financing starting from RM4,485 per month, and the AMGPro Financing which starts at RM4,688 per month.


2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line Malaysian Specs Leaked?

It was just last month when most of the motoring media members were surprised with a strategically-placed
2022 Kia EV6 GT-Line
 during the KIA-PGM Championship 2022 at Glenmarie Golf & Country club.

While we've speculated on the possible specs and variants for the latest Kia EV model, we came across an interesting Facebook post from one of the brand's official dealers from Seri Kembangan. In the post, they've explained in detail the
Kia EV6 GT-Line variant
, and they do look very interesting.

Kia EV6 GT Line coming to Malaysia in Q3?

The post mentioned that the
Kia EV6 GT-Line
 for the Malaysian market will have
321hp and 605Nm of torque
. This means that it'll be the variant fitted with the
twin electric motor
 as well as an
all-wheel-drive (AWD) system
 (because the Long Range version is RWD and only has 225hp and 350Nm of torque).

It was also mentioned that the battery size for the Malaysian-spec Kia EV6 GT-Line would be
77.6kWh
 which has a WLTP cycle range of around
506km
 on a single charge. Other details include a
183km/h
 top speed as well as a
0-100km/h
 time of
6.2 seconds
.

Perhaps the most important detail about the post is what has been mentioned regarding Kia Malaysia's offerings for potential new owners. This includes a
five-year manufacturer's warranty
 (or 150,000km) and
seven years warranty for the lithium-ion battery
 (or 150,000km).

As for pricing, the Kia 3S centre mentioned that it is estimated at around
RM300,000
, and deliveries are expected to begin in
September or October
 this year. That's RM50,000 less than what we initially thought when we first saw the car in May.


Geely FY11 Now Has A Name – Xingyue

Earlier this year when Geely dropped several teaser photos of its first-ever FY11 SUV-coupe, we also included a list of possible names Geely could use on the new model. The list of names include -锋越 (Fengyue), 皓越 (Yuyue), 朗越 (Longyue), 智越 (Zhiyue), 歌越 (Geyue), 劲越 (Jinyue), and 星越 (Xingyue).
In typical Geely tradition, upcoming models are first announced using their internal alphanumeric designations (in this case FY11) before being given a Chinese name prior to their market launch in China. Export models will ironically, revert back to a more overseas market friendly alphanumeric name.
According to an official release by Geely, the FY11 will now be known as the Xingyue, supposedly named after a large asteroid between Mars and Jupiter that was dicovered by a Geely-owned astronomer team.
Built on the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) platform, the Xingyue is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that does 235 hp and 350 Nm. Apart from that, the Xingyue is also said to receive a pair of hybrid powertrains from the Geely Borui GE – a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine that can be had either as a plug-in hybrid or a mild hybrid.
The Geely Xingyue comes in with a length of 4,605 mm, while the width is 1,878 mm, and the height is 1,643 mm. Wheelbase of the new coupe SUV is 2,700 mm.
Judging from the number of details released by Geely, it’s safe to say that the official launch in China is imminent.
As mentioned earlier, the Xingyue name will be used only in China. Overseas market models will be given an alphanumeric name.


Proton Sold Over 60k Cars In H1 2022 - Leads In B-Segment, C-Segment SUVs

Proton has seen healthy performance against challenging market conditions and stiffening competition with
60,124 units sold in H1 2022 and 14,787 units sold in June alone
 (domestic and export).

Amidst
semiconductor shortages
 and a looming
end to SST exemptions
 (that ended on July 1st), this past 6 months has been evidently kind to the national automaker as they saw a
3.9% increase
 in overall sales in the first half of the year compared to the same period in 2021. Moreover, last month yielded a whopping
51% jump in sales
 compared to May 2022.

These encouraging numbers mean that the company is still holding a steady runner up position in terms of volume against fellow Malaysian marque Perodua with an estimated market share of
22.6%
. However, their year-to-date market share stands at
18.2%, representing a 5.1% reduction
 from where they were at this point in 2021.

Saga, X50, X70 Leads In Sales

As seems to always be the case, Proton’s sales success is lead by the Saga. Last month contributed
5,460 registered units
 thanks to a
new 2022 revision (MC2) that came along in May
,  returning the 4-door sedan to the top of the A-segment standings.

This past June also represented the highest single sales month for their B-segment SUV, the X50, with
4,473 units registered
. The larger X70, meanwhile, spurred by the launch of
a refreshed 2022 model year refresh
, also posted
2,696 registrations
, allowing Proton to retain sales leadership in both the B-segment and C-segment SUV categories.

A surprising addition to Proton’s list of positive performers is the Exora that, despite its age and the rumours of a replacement model on the horizon, saw
513 registered units
 in June 2022 that, though dwarfed by figures from its stablemates, makes it the most successful C-segment MPV in the country.

Production Ramps Up To Meet Demand

The Persona and Iriz duo managed to snatch
1,224 and 421 registered units, respectively
. Though it was a decent showing, the pair comes behind other stronger rivals in their categories, placing them 3rd and 4th in their market segments.

In a statement accompanying the publication of these sales numbers, Roslan Abdullah, Proton’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, said: “June was a busy month for the automotive industry with most brands trying to produce as many cars as possible to satisfy market demand. The announcement that SST incentives would be removed on 1 July also created a surge in bookings as customers rushed to take advantage of the savings offered,”

“Proton has received more than 150,000 bookings for the first six months of the year and when added to carry-over orders from 2021, we will need to work hard to deliver cars as quickly as possible to eager customers,”

“Thankfully, the gradual resolution to our parts shortage issues has not only boosted production but also had a positive effect on the after-sales network. As promised, all our 3S/4S outlets now have three months stock of fast-moving parts (FMP) and this is replicated at our parts warehouse. Supply issues for other parts are also being resolved so we are hopeful of delivering a higher level of after-sales service to our customers soon.”


Mitsubishi Motors Opens New Showroom in Bintulu, Sarawak

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) and its authorized dealer Auto Pacifica Sdn Bhd celebrated the opening of a new Mitsubishi Motors 3S Centre (Sales, Service & Spare parts) in Bintulu, Sarawak recently.
Auto Pacifica is the first showroom in Sarawak with Mitsubishi Motors’ new corporate brand, represented by its global tagline ‘Drive Your Ambition’. It is also the second Mitsubishi Motors 3S showroom in Bintulu, Sarawak.
Located at Lot No. 31 & 32, Bintulu City Mall Commercial Centre, Jalan Johari Sunam, Bintulu, the facility was developed with an investment of RM500,000.
With a built up area of 3,000 square feet, the new 3S Centre houses a customer lounge, and a fully-equipped workshop capable of servicing up to three Mitsubishi cars with parts storage area.
The outlet also comes with fully equipped advance diagnostic tools and Special Set Tools (SST) to serve every Mitsubishi vehicle.
With the opening of Auto Pacifica, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) is now represented by 54 showrooms (out of which 48 are 3S Centres) and 55 service outlets throughout Malaysia.  In East Malaysia, MMM is represented by 15 showrooms (7 in Sarawak and 8 in Sabah).
Looking for a new Mitsubishi? Find the best deals
here
.


Peugeot To Electrify All Models Starting In 2019

Peugeot is going electric across all its models starting from 2019. To mark the company’s transition to electrification, the company has introduced a new brand signature: Motion & e-Motion.
Moving from the previous “Motion and Emotion” tagline, the addition of the electric “e” focusses on the company’s position on addressing the major challenges of the energy transition.
The electrified model offensive begins with the rollout of the PHEV versions of the Peugeot 3008, 508 sedan, and 508 SW for the European market later this year. The Peugeot
e-Legend
 Concept and
Peugeot
Sport
 Concept 508
 are other precursors that Peugeot says offers a glimpse into its future technologies.
Starting with the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, the Motion and e-Motion brand signature will be rolled out in every country across all of Peugeot’s marketing activities.


Review: Range Rover Velar 2.0L P250 SE R-Dynamic

Launched in Malaysia last year, the Range Rover Velar was developed to fill the gap between the Evoque and the Range Rover Sport.

Offered in three variants in Malaysia, the Velar is offered here with two powertrain options – a 2.0L Ingenium aluminium engine producing 250 PS and 365 Nm, and a much more powerful 3.0L Ingenium aluminium engine which kicks out 380 PS and 450 Nm of torque.

Priced between RM529,800 and RM723,000, the Velar has gone through some minor updates for the model year 2019, which include the addition of new graphics in the infotainment system, as well as the inclusion of Apple CarPlay system.

Besides these two updates, things remain pretty much unchanged since the model made its Malaysian debut.

So, in order to find out what it has to offer, and how it fares against its competitors like the Porsche Macan and the Jaguar F-Pace, which also happens to be the Velar’s sibling which shares the same underpinnings, we took the Velar for a spin.

The variant which we tested was the Velar 2.0L P250 SE R-Dynamic, which is priced at RM555,471 on the road without insurance.

Among the notable features on the Velar P250 SE R-Dynamic includes:

20-inch 10 spoke 'Style 1032' wheels with Satin Dark Grey finish

Matrix LED headlights with Signature Daytime Running Lights

Powered gesture tailgate

Auto-dimming, power fold, heated door mirrors with approach lights

Perforated grained leather seats with Suede cloth bolsters

10-way seats with driver memory (including rear armrest and power recline)

Smartphone Pack

Meridian™ Surround Sound System 825W with 17 speakers

Navigation Pro

Interactive Driver Display

Rear View Camera

Drive Pack

Park Pack

Powering the Velar 2.0L P250SE R-Dynamic here is a 2.0-litre Ingenium aluminium engine which produces 250 PS and 365 Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive system with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics. Thanks to the powertrain, the Velar P250 is able to do the century sprint in 6.7 seconds, and hit a top speed of 217 km/h.

Our Rating

Design: 4.5/5 – Definitely one of the best looking SUVs in the market

Driving Dynamics: 3/5 – Excellent for daily use, but not as athletic as the Macan

Comfort: 4/5 – Seats, upholstery, and trims are made of premium materials

Convenience: 4/5 – Features like the powered boot and the button to fold the rear seats make it very family friendly.

Space: 4/5 – There’s ample space for 5 occupants, and a big boot.

Ups & Downs

Plus: Gorgeous design, plenty of storage space, luxurious interior, excellent off-road abilities

Minus: 2.0L engine can be noisy at times, no Android Auto yet, Touch Pro Duo system takes time to get used to

Verdict

The Range Rover Velar appeals for those who want something that is bigger than the Evoque, but smaller and cheaper than the Range Rover Sport. If performance and athleticism is your priority, the Velar falls short behind its closest competitor, Porsche Macan. However, if sheer presence and practicality is what you’re looking for in this price range, the Velar will tickle you at the right spots.


Tempahan Perodua D55L Kini Dibuka – Harga Bermula RM62.5K

Tempahan untuk model
D55L
 kini dibuka kepada umum. Walau bagaimanapun,
nama rasmi
 kereta ini masih lagi menjadi misteri. Seperti yang diperkatakan sebelum ini, model D55L ini hadir dalam 3 varian – X, H dan AV.

Harga model ini yang tidak termasuk insurans berada dalam anggaran RM62,500 sehingga RM73,400 (tanpa insurans dan termasuk pengecualian SST) mengikut varian.
SUV
 baharu keluaran Perodua ini telah pun dijangka untuk berapa pada paras harga yang lebih tinggi daripada
Myvi
 dan bertindih harga dengan
Aruz
. Dari segi saiz, Aruz lebih besar berbanding D55L ini.

Meskipun lebih kecil berbanding Aruz, anda kena faham mengapa ia mempunyai harga yang bertindih dengan Aruz. Kemunculan pertama
ASA 3.0
 pada model D55L ini semestinya lebih memberikan perlindungan keselamatan kepada pemandu dan penumpang. Sebagai contoh, ASA 3.0 boleh beroperasi dalam kelajuan yang lebih tinggi untuk mengesan kenderaan dua roda atau pejalan kaki dihadapan. Lebih menarik, ASA 3.0 ini merupakan ciri wajib bagi kesemua varian D55L ini. Confirm
ASEAN NCAP
5 bintang ni!

Antara ciri keselamatan lain bagi ASA 3.0 adalah Amaran Mengekalkan Lorong (LDW), yang ditawarkan standard bagi semua varian. Varian AV pula bakal menerima tambahan Kawalan Mengekalkan Lorong, Peninjau Titik Buta, Amaran Lintasan Trafik di Belakang serta Kawalan Melayar Adaptif. Dengan tanda harga yang ditawarkan sebegini, ianya merupakan bonus pada para pembeli.

Perodua D55L merupakan sebuah SUV kompak segmen-B yang dibina menggunakan sistem Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNGA). Ianya merupakan Perodua pertama yang dilengkapi enjin turbocas dan CVT bagi menggantikan kotak gear automatik empat-kelajuan sebelum ini. Gandingan turbo bersama CVT ini memberikan kecekapan minyak pada kadar 18.9 km/l.

Difahamkan, D55L akan hadir dengan lampu utama LED sebagai ciri standard untuk semua varian, sementara varian H dan AV akan menerima lampu tambahan Adaptive Driving Beam, paparan digital multi-info bersaiz tujuh-inci, panel instrumen digital dan skrin sentuh sistem infotainmen sembilan-inci dengan pengecaman suara.

Sebagai model pertama di bawah strategi Perodua Smart Build, D55L memainkan peranan sebagai model penanda aras terbaru Perodua bagi aspek penggayaan, keselamatan, teknologi, kelengkapan dan nilai. Terdapat beberapa pilihan warna yang terdiri daripada Glittering Silver, Granite Grey dan Cobalt Blue bagi varian X dan H. Bagi varian H menerima warna tambahan seperti Pearl Diamond White dan Pearl Delima Red. Bagi AV, pilihan yang diberikan adalah Glittering Silver, Granite Grey, Pearl Diamond White dan Pearl Delima Red, termasuk pilihan dua-tona (bumbung hitam) bagi dua warna terakhir itu. Dengan setiap pembelian, jaminan lima-tahun atau 150,000 km menanti anda.

Model ini dijangka bakal dilancarkan bersama nama rasminya pada bulan depan, Amacam? On, tak on?

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PDRM Cadangkan Untuk Hadkan Pengeluaran Lesen Memandu Kepada Warga Emas

PDRM telah membuat cadangan kepada kerajaan bagi mengehadkan pengeluaran
lesen memandu
 kepada warga emas.

Cadangan itu dibuat kepada kerajaan susulan faktor penyumbang kepada kemalangan jalan raya. Mengikut Pengarah Jabatan Siasatan dan
Penguatkuasaan
 Trafik Bukit Aman, Datuk Azisman Alias, kesihatan tubuh badan juga menjadi faktor kemalangan berlaku seperti yang dilaporkan Harian Metro.

Azisman menambah penyakit seperti Alzheimer dan masalah penglihatan akan dihadapi warga emas semasa lanjut usia.

Kredit foto: Harian Metro

"Secara tidak langsung boleh menyebabkan berlakunya kemalangan di jalan raya dan terdapat kes sebelum ini seorang warga emas memandu kenderaan dengan memasuki lorong motosikal," katanya dalam sidang media khas di Bukit Aman.

Antara cadangan beliau ialah supaya warga emas menjalani pemeriksaan doktor dan mendapat surat pengesahan bahawa mereka sihat dan boleh
memandu
.

"Jika seseorang warga emas berusia 70 tahun memperbaharui
lesen memandu
 bagi tempoh lima tahun ia tidak sesuai sama sekali kerana faktor usia," katanya.

Cuma satu saja soalan yang ingin diajukan oleh Carlist.my kepada PDRM:

Berdasarkan statistik kemalangan di Malaysia di dalam 10 tahun lepas, apakah peratus kemalangan warga emas berbanding warga lain, dan daripada nisbah itu berapa peratus kemalangan itu berpunca daripada penyakit yang sering dikaitkan dengan warga emas berbanding faktor lain?

Secara rumusannya adakah cadangan ini berdasarkan sains dan statistik atau...?


2017 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Launched In Malaysia – From RM179,990, Only 50 Units

At the sidelines of this evening’s launch of the all-new B8 generation
Volkswagen Passat
, Volkswagen has also launched yet another limited edition variant to the Beetle range – the Volkswagen Beetle Dune.
It also marks the return of the 1.4-litre TSI engine to the Beetle range, which at the moment, is only available with a 1.2-litre TSI engine.
Under the hood is an updated 1.4-litre TSI engine that now pushes 150 PS of power and 250 Nm of torque, the same unit that’s shared with the
updated Golf TSI
. Drive is transferred to the front wheels via a 7-speed dry-type dual clutch DSG automatic transmission.
Like the regular Beetle models, the RM179,990 (excluding insurance) Beetle Dune is imported from Mexico.
Limited to just 50 units, the Beetle Dune is differentiated by its Sandstorm Yellow paint, black stripes and side mouldings, a different front and rear bumper, rear spoiler, 18-inch Canyon alloy wheels, and a ride height that’s being raised by 10 mm more.
The Beetle Dune also comes with Bi-Xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights, LED taillights and front fog lamps with static concerning lights.


Alami Proton Carnival Is Back For 2015: October 3-4 At Centre Of Excellence

Mark your calendars for October 3 to 4 because the Alami
Proton
 Carnival is back again for 2015. The event will take place at Proton’s Centre of Excellence in Shah Alam (
Google Maps location here
) from 10am to 7pm. Entrance is free to the general public where there is something for everyone of all ages.

If a brand new Proton car is what you’re looking for, customers can take advantage of the attractive ownership packages, which include special rebates on selected cars, fast approval for hire-purchase financing and high trade-in value for used cars.

The ongoing 30th Anniversary promotions are also offered, where customers can enjoy a low interest rate of 1.99% per annum with the
Iriz
, subject to eligibility. Government staff will also be entitled to a 100% financing scheme, while tempting deals await Graduates and Undergraduates.

Other Proton cars will also be offered with low interest rates as well and all new owners will benefit from the seven-year extended warranty promotion. Test drives of Proton’s line-up of cars will also be offered should you need to get better acquainted with the car you intend to purchase.

Karnival ALAMI PROTON kini kembali!

Kunjungi carnival jualan bertempat di PROTON Centre of Excellence di Shah Alam pada 3 dan 4 Oktober 2015, 10 pagi hingga 7.00 malam.Pelbagai aktiviti yang menarik disediakan. Saksikan kemeriahan Karnival ALAMI PROTON tahun lepas.

Posted by
Proton Cars
 on Tuesday, 22 September 2015

Tram and shuttle cars provided within the Carnival area will provide visitors a “behind the scenes” look at Proton’s Research and Development (R&D) building to witness the process of how a car is made, from conceptualisation to the finished product. Visitors can also see the demo and safety features of Proton cars at the Gymkhana area.

Vendors who supply Proton and other multinational manufacturers will also have booths set up to display their technical expertise and capabilities.

The little ones will also have loads to do with children's activities like colouring contest, face painting, sand art, driving track and many other indoor activities. A Fun Zone for young adults provides a valuable insight into Malaysia’s automotive landscape and its development throughout the years.

So get up close with our national carmaker this October at the Alami Proton Carnival 2015. Visitors can visit
www.proton.com
 or look up Proton’s official Facebook page (
www.facebook.com/ProtonCars
) for more information.


Tyreplus - More Than Just Tyres!

With Chinese New Year just around the corner and with no more movement restriction orders in place this year, it is time to once again celebrate with family and friends. Have you made plans to
balik kampung
? Are your
ang pau
 packets ready? Is your car ready?

Any journey, especially a long one on the road should be preceded by a health check for your car, no one wants to be stranded by the side of the highway with a broken-down vehicle. So make an appointment today at Tyreplus, With a track record spanning 10 years and a presence in over 22 countries, these numbers are only some of the reasons why Tyreplus should also be your trusted car maintenance provider.

So what can you do at Tyreplus?

Well, besides the obvious shopping for
new Michelin tyres
, if you’re looking for some new rubber, (look at their Pilot Sport range) you can also conduct:

Fitting - Installation and balancing

Pre-check

Battery

Brakes

Oil Change

a.
Installation and balancing
 - once you’ve picked your Michelin or BF Goodrich tyre of choice, it is imperative that these four donuts are installed and balanced properly on your vehicle. Qualified technicians with the right equipment - is why Tyreplus stands out in this regard.

b.
Pre-check
 - now how many of your regular mechanics perform a pre-check of your vehicle when you send it in for an issue? Let me paint a scenario for you; you drive into your mechanics workshop, you say your car is overheating, your mechanic checks the car, informs you of the fix, repairs it if you agree to the pricing and then you drive away, hopefully, problem solved.

But what about the other wear and tear components of the car that may be due soon for a replacement? Let’s be honest, how many of us are ‘that’ in tune with our car that we know/ can feel a component/ a part needs to be replaced/ repaired soon? This is why it is important that a pre-check of your vehicle is first done to assess other problem areas that may also require attention before it breaks.

c.
Battery
 - how many times has your battery died on you? It happens to the best of us. So before you get on the highway this CNY, get your battery checked and replaced if need be. Tyreplus lists Bosch as one of its partners so if your battery does need replacing then you’re in the best hands.

d.
Brakes
 - How many metres does it take your car to come to a complete stop from 100km/h? Do you know? When was the last time you got your brake pads checked? Brake fluid? Brake balance?

Noise, steering wheel vibration, increased stopping distance and your car diverting to one side when applying the brakes are all telltale signs that your brakes need looking at. So please, before you hit the road, first drive to Tyreplus, let the qualified technicians there check your brakes before you start driving back to Penang.

e.
Oil change
 - the quintessential service component that most of us know about and pay attention to so good on you! At Tyreplus, they count TOTAL as an official partner so when you drive into any of their workshops for an oil change, you know you’re getting the best and most advanced engine oil in your car from one of the world’s leading suppliers.

So head on
online
 or get on
Facebook
, search for the nearest Tyreplus closest to your home, book an appointment, even get a quotation online and give your car a thorough once-over before you get on the highway to
balik kampung
 for CNY or even go on holiday!

Also since it’s CNY, Tyreplus is currently having a promotion on Michelin tyres, where you get cashback for purchasing two or more selected Michelin tyres. Find out more about the ongoing promotion
here
.

Stay safe on the roads Malaysia.


Isuzu Confirms 1.9 Ddi Blue Power Turbodiesel Powerplant For Malaysia

Following the preview at last years
KL International Motor Show
, Isuzu Malaysia has now confirmed that the 1.9 Ddi Blue Power turbodiesel engine will be introduced to the Malaysian market. No further specifics were announced but Isuzu will most probably introduce the 1.9-litre Ddi Blue Power turbodiesel powerplant in both the Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck and MU-X SUV models this year.
While speaking at a media event today, CEO of Isuzu Malaysia, Mr. Masayuki Suzuki said, “The engine is already equipped in the D-Max and MU-X in Thailand, and we are currently planning to introduce this customised engine for the Malaysian market,”
The result of four years of extensive research, the (RZ4E-TC) 1.9-litre Ddi BluePower turbodiesel engine includes a number of technological enhancements over its predecessors – namely a clothoid curve combustion chamber, 200 MPa common rail injectors, a variable geometry turbocharger, and an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system.
The 1.9-litre BluePower engine develops 150 PS, and 350 Nm of torque from 1,800 – 2,600 rpm. At the same time, its 60 kg or 20% lighter than the larger 2.5L Ddi VGS Turbo engine that it replaces.
Separately, Isuzu also confirmed that it has added three new customer touch points to its overall dealer network this year: Muar (1S: Jan 2019), Kluang (1S: Jan 2019), and Cameron Highlands (2S: Feb 2019).


18 Cars Honored At The Carlist.my People’s Choice Awards 2018

Yesterday marks the ending of the inaugural Carlist.my’s People’s Choice Awards & Editors’ Choice Award 2018 which was held at Ruyi & Lyn Restaurant & Lounge, here in Bangsar Shopping Centre.
Hosted by Carlist.my, the People’s Choice Award has been running for its second consecutive time this year. In addition to the existing categories, a new category – Editors’ Choice Award – was included to the list, to recognize the most successful model in the opinion of the professional editors in Carlist.my. Within a period of 4 weeks, there were more than 7,000 people who placed their votes for a total of 18 categories.
Voting lines were closed on the 11
th
 November. Mr. Hamish Stone, CEO of iCar Asia Limited commented “Top marks to all the car brands as it was a very tough decision process for our audience. This is resulted from the votes our official scrutineers had calculated.”
Results of the People’s Choice Award 2018 as below.
“We are very happy to receive the recognition from the public and on behalf of Honda Malaysia, I would like to thank Malaysians for their continuous support and trust in Honda brand. We will continue our goal to be No.1 in achieving customer satisfaction.” said En. Roslan Abdullah, President and Chief Operating Officer of Honda Malaysia.
Total summary of the winners by brands from the Carlist.my’s People’s Choice Award 2018.
For the first time ever, a total of 5 models were selected for this years’ Carlist.my’s Editors’ Choice Awards. With the Outstanding Design goes to Mazda 6, Most Family-friendly Interior to Volvo XC40, Proven Durability to Isuzu D-Max, Accessible Performance to Volkswagen Passat and Proton X70 taking home the Connectivity and Infotainment Award.
Continental is the Official Tyre Partner for this years’ People’s Choice Award – Car of The Year. Result were tabulated and scrutineered by PKF Malaysia while official Prize Sponsors are Harman Kardon, JBL, and A&S with official Media Partners are SAYS, OhBulan, and Viral Cham.
For more pictures and video highlights of the event, log onto
facebook.com/Carlist.my
.


Michelin Safe on The Road Campaign Begins Today – Get Your Tyres Checked!

As the festive season approaches, many drivers will begin their respective journeys back to their home towns. With such great distances to cover, having your car in its best shape is especially important to keep the journey smooth – and one of the most important parts of your car is your tyres.

Given the amount of rain we’ve been facing in the last few weeks, the condition of your tyres is especially important. Worn tyres can be extremely dangerous, more so when the roads are wet or when facing standing water. As part of its commitment to mobility safety in Malaysia, Michelin has launched their annual road safety campaign: Michelin Safe on The Road (MSoR).

Last year’s campaign saw Michelin conducting 1,100 tyre checks across 26 locations nationwide. This year, Michelin has partnered up with Aeon Big in addition to their long-standing partners, Petron and Tesco, in order to expand to more locations both in the North and South of Peninsular Malaysia.

The touring campaign aims to educate motorists on how to prolong the lifespan of their tyres, whether that’s through wheel alignment or maintaining better tyre pressures – all done within the air-conditioned confines of their touring Michelin Truck. Tyre condition assessments are free – they will be checking both pressure, tread wear, and overall condition of the tyres on motorists’ vehicles.

With accidents on the rise every year, it is important for motorists to understand how to avoid becoming a part of the statistic themselves. Reckless driving is one part of the equation, but tyre condition is another large component and has an adverse effect on the risks involved. Knowing how to take care of your tyres and effectively evaluate them periodically is an important part of any motorist’s skillset.

The campaign will travel throughout Peninsular Malaysia from the 3
rd
 to 29
th
 of May, stopping in various regions for a couple of days and setting up shop for the free tyre condition assessments. Motorists who sped in a Michelin Expert Centre will also receive car service vouchers and a free Petron card worth RM 50.

Catch the Michelin Safe on the Road Truck Roadshow at the various locations and dates below, from 11 am to 8 pm:


Proton 3S Centre By Rahman Brothers Upgraded With New Look And Added Facilities

Rahman Brothers Automotive Sdn Bhd, a prominent Proton dealer that is situated in Shah Alam, Selangor, has upgraded its facilities to meet with Proton’s latest requirements.
The company was one of the first few dealerships that took the
facilities upgrading incentive programme by Proton
, which offered dealers the best incentive support scheme.
With the upgrade, the Rahman Brothers Automotive 3S Centre now has 12 service bays, a delivery bay as well as a children’s play area at the customer lounge.
The upgraded outlet, manned by an experienced team of 32 people is expected to increase sales and service throughput by 50 percent.
Encik Mohd Nazrin Bin Mohamad Fozi, Director of Rahman Brothers Automotive Sdn Bhd believes that with the new image, the outlet will be more prominent along the busy commercial area and thus translate to better sales and service volumes.
Rahman Brothers Automotive 3S Centre is located at Wisma Rahman Brothers, No. 6 (Lot 38266), Persiaran Jubli Perak, Seksyen 22, Shah Alam. The outlet operates seven days a week, with servicing ending earlier at 2:30 pm on the weekends.


Harga RON95, RON97, Diesel Terkini di Malaysia - 10 November - 16 November 2022

Kami membawakan kemas kini harga petrol mingguan di Malaysia pada setiap hari Rabu, jam 5.00 petang untuk RON95, RON97 dan Diesel di Malaysia. Tandai halaman ini sekarang!

Harga Petrol dan Diesel dari 10 November - 16 November 2022

Menteri kewangan Malaysia telah mengumumkan harga terkini petrol dan diesel di Malaysia bagi tempoh 10 November hingga 16 November 2022.

Harga RON97, RON95 dan diesel kekal seperti minggu sebelumnya. Harga petrol untuk minggu ini adalah RM3.95 per liter untuk RON97 dan RM2.05 per liter untuk RON95 manakala diesel berharga RM2.15 per liter.

RON97 – RM 3.95 per liter (sama seperti sebelumnya)

RON95 – RM 2.05 per litre (sama seperti sebelumnya)

Diesel – RM 2.15 per litre (sama seperti sebelumnya)

Semua Yang Anda Perlu Tahu Tentang Bahan Api di Malaysia

Di bawah, kami telah mengumpulkan semua soalan lazim mengenai petrol & diesel di Malaysia.

Kenapa Petrol di Malaysia Murah?

Malaysia merupakan antara 10 negara yang menawarkan bahan api termurah di dunia. Minyak RON95 dijual murah kerana menerima subsidi dari kerajaan.

Kenapa Kereta Petrol Lebih Popular daripada Diesel di Malaysia?

Di pasaran eropah, diesel secara generalnya lebih murah berbanding petrol. Ini turut menjadi punca mengapa ramai yang memilih kereta dengan enjin diesel di sana.

Subsidi kerajaan Malaysia menjadikan petrol (RON 95) lebih murah daripada diesel dan oleh itu kereta enjin petrol lebih popular di Malaysia.

Apa Beza Petrol dengan Diesel?

Petrol lebih halus daripada diesel. Oleh itu, ia biasanya lebih mahal kepada pengguna di pam.

Harga diesel tidak selalunya lebih murah. Sebagai contoh, di AS, harga diesel lebih mahal kerana cukai. Itulah sebabnya diesel tidak popular di AS.

Adakah Petrol Lebih Bersih daripada Diesel?

Enjin diesel mengeluarkan kurang CO2 untuk meliputi km yang sama daripada enjin petrol kerana ia berfungsi dalam nisbah mampatan yang lebih tinggi dan lebih cekap daripada enjin petrol.

Walau bagaimanapun, kerana petrol lebih halus daripada diesel, enjin petrol mengeluarkan kurang zarah halus ke atmosfera.

Memandangkan kedua-dua enjin diesel & petrol moden telah meningkat dengan pesat selama bertahun-tahun, perdebatan antara siapa yang lebih bersih adalah kabur.

Bagaimana Diesel dan Petrol Dihasilkan?

Kedua-dua petrol & diesel diperoleh daripada minyak mentah yang sama yang digali dari tanah atau dasar laut.

Minyak mentah kemudiannya diangkut ke kilang penapisan minyak di mana ia meneruskan proses penyulingan.

Penyulingan berlaku pada beberapa peringkat. Kualiti terendah (paling halus & paling murah) akan berada di bahagian bawah dan digunakan sebagai asfalt untuk membina jalan raya kita.

Diesel berada di tahap pertengahan. Petrol, sebaliknya, adalah salah satu bahan api paling halus yang dihasilkan dalam keseluruhan proses penyulingan.

Apa Beza RON95 dan RON97?

RON bermaksud Research Octane Number. Lebih tinggi nombor RON, lebih tahan terhadap ketukan enjin dalam enjin berprestasi tinggi.

‘ketukan’ adalah fenomena di mana bahan api menyala lebih awal dalam enjin apabila ia tidak sepatutnya.

Tetapi untuk purata kereta harian, anda tidak akan melihat banyak perbezaan kehidupan sebenar dalam prestasi antara RON 95 & RON 97. Jadi lebih baik nikmati penjimatan + subsidi kerajaan untuk RON 95.

Cara Periksa Bahan Api Kereta: RON95 atau RON97?

Ada 2 cara untuk periksa:

Rujuk label pada penutup tangki minyak

Rujuk buku manual kereta

Sejarah Harga Minyak Mingguan

Harga Bahan Api Mingguan

Harga RON95/liter

Harga RON97/liter

Harga Diesel/liter

November 10th - 16th November 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

November 3rd - 9th November 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 27th - 2nd November 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 20th - 26th October 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 13th - 19th October 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 6th - 12th October 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.95 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 29th - 5th October 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.00 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 22nd - 28th September 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.05 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 15th - 21st September 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.15 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 8th - 14th September 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.20 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 1st - 7th September 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.30 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 25th - 31st August 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.30 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 18th - 24th August 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.35 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 11st - 17th August 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.40 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 4th - 10th August 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.50 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 28th - 3rd August 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.55 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 21st - 27th July 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.65 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 14th - 20th July 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.75 (-RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 7th - 13th July 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.80 (-RM0.04)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 30th - 6th July 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.84 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 23rd - 29th June 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.84 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 16th - 22nd June 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.83 (+RM0.11)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 9th - 15th June 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.72 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 2nd - 8th June 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.70 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 26th - 1st June 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.70 (+RM0.37)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 19th - 25th May 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.33 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 12th - 18th May 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.31 (+RM0.37)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 5th - 11th May 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.94 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 28 - 4th May 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.94 (+RM0.13)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 21 - 27 April 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.81 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 14 - 20 April 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.81 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 07 - 13 April 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.81 (-RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 31 - 06 April 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.91 (+RM0.08)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 24 - 30 March 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.83 (-RM0.17)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 17 - 23 March 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM4.00 (+RM0.25)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 10 - 16 March 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.75 (+RM0.30)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 3 - 9 March 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.45 (+RM0.16)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 24 - 2 March 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.29 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 17 - 23 February 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.27 (+RM0.06)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 10 - 16 February 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.21 (+RM0.09)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 03 - 09 February 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.12 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

January 27 - 02 February 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.12 (+RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

January 20 - 26 January 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.07 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

January 13 - 19 January 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.07 (+RM0.04)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

January 6 - 12 January 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.03 (+RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

December 30 2021 - 5 January 2022

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.00 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

December 23 - 29 December 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.99 (-RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

December 16 - 22 December 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.00 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

December 9 - 15 December 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.99 (-RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

December 2 - 8 December 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.02 (-RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

November 25 - 1 December 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.05 (-RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

November 18 - 24 November 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.08 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

November 11 - 17 November 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.08 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

November 4 - 10 November 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM3.06 (+RM0.09)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 28 - 3 November 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.97 (+RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 21 - 27 October 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.87 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 14 - 20 October 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.87 (+RM0.10)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

October 7 - 13 October 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.77 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 30 - 6 October 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.76 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 23 - 29 September 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.75 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 16 - 22 September 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.73 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 9 - 15 September 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.73 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

September 2 - 8 September 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.72 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 26 - 1 September 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.72 (-RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 19 - 25 August, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.74 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 12 - 18 August, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.74 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

August 5 - 11 August, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.74 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 29 - 4 August, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.74 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 15 - 28 July, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.73 (+RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 8 - 14 July, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.70 (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

July 1 – 7 July, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.69 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 24 – June 30, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.67 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 17  – June 23, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.67 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 10 – June 16, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.65 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

June 3 – June 9, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.63 (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 27 – June 2, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.61 (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 20  – May 26, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.61  (+RM0.01)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 13  – May 19, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.60  (RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

May 6  – May 12, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.60  (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 29  – May 5, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.58  (+RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 22  – April 28, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.58  (+RM0.04)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 15  – April 21, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.54  (+RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 8  – April 14, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.54  (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

April 1  – April 7, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.52  (+RM0.02)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 25  – March 31, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.50 (+RM0.03)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 18  – March 24, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.47 (+RM0.07)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 11  – March 17, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.40 (+RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

March 4  – March 10, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.35 (+RM0.00)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 27 – March 3, 2021

RM2.05 (RM0.00)

RM2.35 (+RM0.05)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 20 – February 26, 2021

RM2.00 (+RM0.04)

RM2.30 (+RM0.04)

RM2.15 (RM0.00)

February 13 – February 19, 2021

RM1.96 (+RM0.03)

RM2.26 (+RM0.03)

RM2.15 (+RM0.04)

February 6 – February 12, 2021

RM1.93 (+RM0.03)

RM2.23 (+RM0.03)

RM2.11 (+RM0.04)

January 30 – February 5, 2021

RM1.90 (+RM0.00)

RM2.20 (+RM0.00)

RM2.07 (-RM0.02)

January 23 – January 29, 2021

RM1.90 (+RM0.00)

RM2.20 (+RM0.01)

RM2.09 (+RM0.04)

January 16 – January 22, 2021

RM1.89 (+RM0.05)

RM2.19 (+RM0.05)

RM2.05 (+RM0.03)

January 9 – January 15, 2021

RM1.84 (+RM0.00)

RM2.14 (+RM0.00)

RM2.02 (+RM0.01)

January 2 – January 8, 2021

RM1.84 (+RM0.04)

RM2.14 (+RM0.04)

RM2.01 (+RM0.03)

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Post-SST: New Prices For Peugeot Models

Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of Peugeot models in Malaysia has announced the latest prices for its lineup following the reintroduction of Sales and Service Tax (SST) that came into effect on September 1st.
Good news indeed, as all models see a reduction in price compared to GST-era, including the fully-imported Peugeot 5008 7-seat SUV. The Peugeot 208 Puretech with a turbocharged 1.2-litre engine that develops 112 PS and 205 Nm of torque is now priced from RM 86,888, while the 2008 compact SUV is priced from RM105,888.
All new Peugeot vehicles are covered by a five-year / 120,000km manufacturer-backed warranty. These come on top of existing benefits that include three years 24-hour Roadside Assistance, access to the Peugeot Lounge at SkyPark terminal in Subang, and Peugeot Privilege membership.
New prices of the Peugeot line-up in Malaysia are as listed below:


Latest Details


Volkswagen Sedanza Promo: Low Interest, Free Service, Rebates For Vento, Jetta, Passat

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia has kicked off the ‘Volkswagen Sedanza’ campaign offering low interest rates, free maintenance, and cash rebates for the company’s sedan models, namely the
Vento
,
Jetta
, and
Passat
.
The campaign runs until 31 Dec 2017 with offers depending on model & variant. For starters, free maintenance is offered to the Jetta Comfortline along with all variants of the Vento and Passat.
The Jetta Comfortline as well as all variants of the Passat also benefit from low interest rates from 0.88%; 1.6-litre MPI variants of the Vento go even as low as 0.28%.
Lastly, cash rebates are on offer, starting from RM8,000 for the Jetta Highline on to RM10,000 for the Jetta Comfortline as well as all variants of the Vento;
1.8-litre variants of the Passat
 get a rebate of RM15,000.


10 Tips Kurangkan Risiko Penyebaran COVID-19 Apabila Berkongsi Kereta

Sekiranya anda kerap berkongsi kenderaan atau menumpangkan pelbagai orang dalam sesuatu masa seperti pemandu
teksi
 dan
e-hailing
, kami senaraikan 10 tips untuk kurangkan penyebaran COVID-19 apabila berkongsi kereta.

Anda berisiko untuk dijangkiti virus COVID-19 di dalam kereta sekiranya ada penumpang lain yang membawa virus dan menyebarkannya melalui pernafasan, pertuturan, batuk, bersin. Droplet yang besar akan jatuh ke permukaan, tetapi droplet yang kecil dan aerosol akan berterbangan  di udara sehingga 1 jam.

Menerusi perkongsian yang dibuat oleh
Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (KKM)
 di media sosialnya, hasil kajian penyelidik di Universiti Swansea telah menemui 10 tips untuk mengurangkan risiko dijangkiti COVID-19 apabila berkongsi kereta seperti berikut.

1. Pakai Topeng Muka

Walaupun memakai
topeng muka
 tidak memberikan jaminan 100% anda akan selamat, namun ia dapat membantu mengurangkan penyebaran partikel virus sebanyak 90% sekiranya pembawa virus mengenakan topeng muka semasa di dalam kereta. Untuk perlindungan yang lebih menyeluruh, semua orang yang berkongsi kereta perlu memakai topeng muka untuk lebih selamat. Memakai face shield dapat menurunkan lagi kadar penyebaran partikel virus dan jangkitan.

2. Penjarakan Sosial

Memandangkan
ruangan dalaman
 sesebuah kereta tidaklah sebesar sebuah dewan, jadi anda dinasihatkan untuk menjarakkan kedudukan anda dengan penumpang lain sejauh yang boleh. Penyebaran virus lebih mudah berlaku sekiranya sentuhan fizikal berlaku. Fist bump juga tidak digalakkan!

3. Cuci Tangan

Seperti yang dilakukan oleh rakyat Malaysia pada peringkat awal virus COVID-19 melanda negara pada awal tahun lalu, anda perlu sentiasa mencuci tangan sebelum dan selepas menumpang kereta. Sekiranya anda memandu kereta sendiri, cuci dan
sanitasi
 permukaan dan bahagian-bahagian yang dipegang oleh penumpang termasuk pemegang pintu dan
tali pinggang keledar
.

4. Buka Tingkap

Bagi mengelakkan pengumpulan virus di dalam kereta, kajian mendapati bahawa perbuatan membuka
tingkap kereta
 sekurang-kurangnya 10 saat sekali sekala ketika memandu dapat mengurangkan partikel virus terkumpul sebanyak 97%. Perbezaan tekanan udara di dalam dan luar kereta akan berlaku apabila tingkap dibuka dan partikel ini akan disedut keluar.

5. Pandu Perlahan

Memandu kereta secara perlahan memberi peluang yang lebih besar kepada partikel virus untuk berkumpul, jadi jika anda memandu kurang daripada 30 km/jam, adalah lebih baik membuka kesemua tingkap. Pemanduan yang perlahan juga menyebabkan perbezaan tekanan luar dan dalam lebih kecil, jadi kesan sedutan lebih rendah. Tetapi anda perlu ingat bahawa membuka kesemua tingkap boleh membawa mudarat lain iaitu pencemaran luar yang masuk.

6. Pandu Laju

Sekiranya anda berjiwa kelajuan, tidak perlu membuka kesemua tingkap ketika memandu laju. Sudah memadai jika sekali sekala anda membuka dua tingkap yang bertentangan, contohnya buka satu tingkap di depan kanan dan satu tingkap di belakang kiri. Lakukan perkara ini bagi setiap 10-15 minit, selama 10 saat, ataupun ketika penumpang bersin dan batuk.

7. Tempat Duduk

Duduk di kerusi hadapan kereta mempunyai risiko yang lebih rendah berbanding di tempat duduk belakang kerana arah pergerakan udara dari depan ke belakang yang akan mengumpulkan partikel di bahagian belakang kereta. Jika anda terpaksa duduk di tempat duduk belakang, pilih
tempat duduk
 yang bertentangan dengan tingkap yang dibuka.

8. Vaksin

Selain daripada kaedah yang disebutkan, pemandu dan penumpang perlu mengambil
suntikan vaksin COVID-19
 bagi meminimakan risiko jangkitan di dalam kereta. Vaksin COVID-19 diberikan untuk mengawal penularan penyakit COVID-19. Semakin ramai orang divaksinasi, semakin ramai penduduk membentuk antibodi dan seterusnya mengurangkan kebarangkalian kejadian penyakit COVID-19 yang lebih teruk. Secara tidak langsung ia boleh melindungi golongan yang berisiko yang tidak layak menerima vaksinasi.

9. Elak Kongsi Kereta Dengan Orang Tidak Dikenali

Sekiranya anda bukanlah pemandu teksi atau e-hailing, elakkan daripada berkongsi kereta dengan orang yang tidak dikenali lebih-lebih lagi apabila virus sedang giat merebak di dalam komuniti. Jika tidak dapat dielakkan, gunakan topeng muka berlapis atau gabungkan bersama face shield.

10. Carpool

Pusat Kawalan dan Pencegahan Penyakit (CDC) juga mencadangkan jika anda perlu amalkan
carpooling
 atau berkongsi kereta, lakukan bersama orang yang sama. Anda juga digalakkan untuk tidak memasang penyaman udara sebaliknya menggunakan aliran angin sahaja ataupun sentiasa membuka tingkap.

Diharapkan, dengan perkongsian tips dan petua ini dapat membantu anda untuk mengekang penyebaran virus COVID-19 terutamanya semasa di dalam kereta. Hati-hati di jalan raya! #KitaJagaKita


Porsche To Co-Develop ‘Missing Link’ Climate-Neutral Synthetic Fuel

You’ve heard of Porsche (hopefully) but probably not so much about the ‘Energy’ division of Siemens, the German multinational tech and industrial giant. Regardless of your familiarity, the two companies have recently announced a partnership to develop and explore large-scale manufacturing of ‘eFuels’, and it could have a huge impact on how the world transitions to electric mobility. Basically, it sounds like the ‘missing link’ to a full on global-scale electric transition.

We’re not sure how or why the term ‘eFuel’ came to be, but it’s essentially a manmade (synthetic) 1-to-1 replacement for non-renewable petrol that is much kinder to the environment. Crucially, it would be rid of any dependence on crude oil and all the nastiness that entails, allowing legacy cars and current era vehicles to continue their service life
in a more environmentally sound way
.

We can all pretty much agree that the road of sustainable motoring, at least in large part, ends with electric motors replacing combustion engines. However, mankind hasn’t really struck upon a golden solution to carry that energy around. Batteries, in their current state, which discharges its chemical energy into electricity, have very tangible flaws that are only exacerbated at scale and degrade over time and environmental factors.

Porsche are among the top automakers who have heavily leaned into the electrification of their cars. Back in 2013, the introduction of the 918 Spyder hypercar was essentially a rolling showcase of technological possibility disguised as high performance, paving the way for nearly half their entire line up offering a plug-in hybrid variant and, of course, the introduction of the
all-electric Taycan
.

But what about the rest of their cars? After all, the Zuffenhausen automaker is responsible for some of the most intoxicating road cars the world has ever seen which are almost always accompanied by the distinctive wail of a flat-six engine. Is there room for coexistence?

Here’s where the eFuel idea comes into play. Together with Siemens Energy and a “lineup of international companies” as partners, Porsche’s plan is to produce a synthetic climate neutral substitute to petrol at an industrial scale.

In the pilot phase, they project to produce 130,000 litres of eFuel as early as 2022 with two further phases to gradually increase output to 50 million litres by 2024. By 2026, though, they plan to have produced a staggering 550 million litres of the
stuff
, with Porsche naturally being the primary customer, at least initially.

This ‘
stuff
’ is produced out of hydrogen and CO2 with the automaker and Siemens claiming a similar chemical composition and combustibility characteristic with kerosene and petrol. However, cleanly generating hydrogen has been a major hurdle in
the adoption of HCEVs
 (hydrogen fuel cell vehicles), but this eFuel process doesn’t require nearly as much volume of the element to be combined with CO2 in order to create their synthetic methanol.

The science behind it is fascinating, if you’ll indulge the geek speak. At first, the ‘farming’ of hydrogen will be carried out in the Magallanes Province of southern Chile in a plant erected by Siemens Energy, utilising the land’s abundance of strong winds as a carbon neutral power source via strategically placed turbines, to which the company’s flexible PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) electrolysis process is ideally suited.

These electrolysers would use the power from the wind turbines to break down the covalent bond of water into its two main components: oxygen and hydrogen. The second step involves combining it with CO2 to create this all-important renewable methanol, which can be converted into climate-friendly fuel using the MTG (methanol to gasoline) technology licensed from ExxonMobil and made available at any filling station in use today.

With the dependence on crude oil ostensibly broken and fuelling up at the pump will no longer mean depleting a non-renewable source, the world can move more sure-footedly into the future of electric mobility while not hamfistedly forcing the premature obsolescence of existing combustion-powered cars.

We do wonder how many other automakers and petrochemical companies are already exploring their own version of eFuel given how much potential there is. Though, with the Siemens Energy process potentially guarded under a cocoon of patents and proprietary know-how, it’s possible that many more interested parties will soon look to unseat Porsche as the main eFuel customer.


Shell Malaysia Introduces Lubricant For High-Mileage Cars

Shell Malaysia has introduced a Shell Helix engine oil that is specifically formulated for high-mileage vehicles – billed as an ‘anti-ageing’ oil.
The new Shell Helix High Mileage 15W-50 synthetic technology multi-fuel engine oil is specially formulated with Flexi Molecule Technology to offer customised protection to engines, especially those in vehicles which have covered more than 100,000 km.
Shell Helix High Mileage offers up to 40% better engine wear protection, based on the 'OM646LA' engine test to help prolong engine life.
Shell’s proprietary Active Cleansing Technology can also result in a cleaner engine, and thereby, better performance by preventing the accumulation of sludge and other damaging deposits. It has proven to be able to help remove up to 34% of sludge in the first oil change on average, based on internal tests.
Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd Managing Director Shairan Huzani Husain added, “According to industry statistics, there are some 11 million cars on the road in Malaysia and approximately half of them are 10 years or older. The challenging economic climate also means that more owners are driving their cars for longer.  Shell Helix High Mileage is specially formulated to address common problems in high mileage cars such as a dirty engine, reduced engine performance and oil leaks from worn seals, gaskets, and parts.”
The recommended retail price of a 4-litre pack of the new Shell Helix High Mileage is RM148 in Peninsular Malaysia and RM150 in Sabah and Sarawak.  A 1-litre pack retails for RM40 in Peninsular Malaysia and RM41 in Sabah and Sarawak.
In conjunction with the launch, car owners who choose Shell Helix High Mileage 15W-50 for oil change service at participating workshops will enjoy RM25 off for every 4-litre pack from the invoiced amount. The promotion is valid from March 15 until May 15, 2017.
Personal Experience:
Shell recently conducted internal evaluations with selected members of the media and their high-mileage cars. I had the opportunity to test the Shell Helix High Mileage 15W-50 on my own vehicle.
Model: 1990 BMW (E34) 520i
Mileage: 201,000km
Engine: BMW M20B20
I purchased my BMW 520i in mid-2016 as a project car that I intend to restore. I use frequently to commute to work and on the weekends for longer journeys or a leisurely cruise. Since owning the car, I have used fully-synthetic lubricants from various manufacturers including Shell, Bosch, and Nano Maxx.
Given the age of the car of the car and the amount of current usage, I faced an issue of engine oil consumption. The engine would require a 500 – 700ml top-up of oil every five to six weeks. I have been using Shell Helix High Mileage 15W-50 for eight weeks and can report that the engine level remains at the optimal level.
The photo above was taken yesterday, after a total of 1400km of driving since conducting the oil change. Shell explain that the active Flexi Molecule Technology is able to target areas of high heat and pressure within the engine and form a protective layer or film to reduce leaks or engine oil consumption.
Other noticeable improvements is a slight reduction of engine noise at idle and when driving. The engine also sounds smoother when driven enthusiastically.
There was a slight drop in engine response when compared to the previous 10W-40 Fully-Synthetic engine oil, but this is understood given the thicker viscosity of the Shell Helix High Mileage 15W-50 oil.
The trade-off is a worthwhile one in my opinion, as I no longer have to worry about topping up my oil, not to mention, buying smaller 1-litre packs of oil every two months.


Ford Ranger Weekend Sales Carnival Kicks Off

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia has announced the ‘Ford Ranger Weekend Sales Carnival’ for Peninsular Malaysia which will run this August until October.
Dates and locations of the carnival:
Visitors to the carnival will have an opportunity to win great prizes together with exclusive Ford merchandise while exploring and experiencing the Ranger Raptor and Ranger WildTrak through educational games and activities.
Some of the activities include visitors experiencing the first and only truck that can park itself via the Ford Ranger’s Semi-Automatic Parallel Parking activity.
Visitors will also have the chance to participate in the ‘One Finger Challenge’ which shows off the Ranger’s Easy Lift Tailgate. Here, visitors will have a go at opening and closing the Ranger’s tailgate with just one finger – showcasing the reduction of effort of up to 70% of the Ranger’s tailgate weight.
On the Ranger Raptor, visitors will hunt for its Fox Racing Shox by using a mirror panel. The Fox Racing Shox, being the first and only race-bred suspension in a pickup truck, delivers 30 percent more wheel travel to tackle tough terrain at top speeds.
Customers who place a booking for any Ford Ranger variant during the carnival period will be in the running to win an athletic bicycle to complement their active or adventurous Ranger lifestyle.
Meanwhile, customers who purchase either the Ranger WildTrak or Ranger Raptor in the month of August until 30 September 2019 will enjoy free maintenance for two years and a Petronas Gift Card worth RM1,000. Customers who purchase the Ranger WildTrak during this promotional period will also receive a rebate of RM3,000.


Timbalan CEO Proton Cadang Subsidi RM5,000 Untuk Tukar Kereta Baharu

Kerajaan perlu memperkenalkan
subsidi
pemilikan sebanyak RM5,000 kepada rakyat sebagai pertukaran kepada
kenderaan baharu
 berharga di bawah RM60,000.

Menurut laporan Berita Harian, Timbalan Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Proton Holdings Bhd (
PROTON
), Roslan Abdullah berkata inisiatif ini boleh dipertimbangkan dalam Bajet 2023 kerana ia bukan sekadar dapat meningkatkan pemilikan kereta baharu mampu milik, malah mengurangkan jumlah
kenderaan lama
 di jalan raya.

Insentif Dan Subsidi

Kerajaan juga memperluaskan
insentif kenderaan elektrik (EV
) kepada segmen kenderaan hibrid dalam usaha mempercepatkan peralihan kepada kenderaan tenaga baharu itu.

"Langkah memperluaskan insentif kepada kenderaan hibrid elektrik (HEV), kenderaan 'plug-in' hibrid elektrik (PHEV) dan kenderaan elektrik hibrid ringan (MHEV) adalah untuk memaksimumkan penggunaan yang dilengkapi teknologi baharu dan ciri memelihara alam sekitar," jelas Roslan.

Menerusi Bajet 2023, Roslan mencadangkan kerajaan menyediakan geran pembangunan untuk program penyelidikan dan pembangunan (R&D) dan pelaburan dalam teknologi automotif baharu khususnya aktiviti yang memacu pertumbuhan industri.

"Komponen kritikal yang terbabit merangkumi platform kenderaan dan reka bentuk bawah badan. Reka bentuk bahagian atas badan dan pembangunan kejuruteraan, serta pembangunan tren kuasa termasuk aktiviti integrasi kejuruteraan," katanya.

Beliau menjelaskan, kerajaan wajar melihat kepada teknologi baharu ke arah ketersambungan pintar, pemanduan pintar dan fungsi berkaitan yang mengoptimumkan aspek keselamatan.

Selaras dengan aspirasi yang termaktub dalam Dasar Automotif Nasional 2020 (NAP 2020), Roslan berkata kerajaan perlu melihat kepada aspek reka bentuk Kenderaan Tenaga Baharu dan program pembangunan kejuruteraan EV untuk pembuatan tempatan dan kenderaan hibrid, bagi pengedaran di pasaran tempatan dan eksport.

"Program pembangunan pendigitalan yang menerapkan teknologi baharu selaras dengan pertumbuhan Industri 4.0 dalam ekosistem automotif tempatan juga harus dititikberatkan dalam Bajet 2023, meliputi operasi huluan dan aktiviti perniagaan hiliran," katanya.

Lanjutan Subsidi EV

Roslan berkata, peserta industri juga menantikan pengumuman berhubung lanjutan tempoh insentif untuk EV bagi mencapai tempoh mencukupi dalam memangkin perindustrian EV di Malaysia dan membangunkan tahap penggunaan serta pengalaman pengguna kepada EV.

"Saya melihat keperluan melanjutkan pengecualian cukai ke atas EV import sepenuhnya (CBU) sehingga Disember 2025 berbanding Disember 2023 (Bajet 2022) dan EV pemasangan tempatan (CKD) sehingga Disember 2027 (berbanding Disember 2025 dalam Bajet 2022," katanya.

Sementara itu, Presiden Persatuan Automotif Malaysia (MAA), Datuk Aishah Ahmad, berkata MAA berharap kerajaan dapat melanjutkan pengecualian cukai EV sehingga 10 tahun lagi dalam mempersiapkan pasaran ke arah pertumbuhan segmen kenderaan itu di Malaysia.

"Kami menghargai usaha kerajaan untuk menyokong pasaran EV tetapi menamatkan beberapa insentif semasa pada 2023 adalah terlalu awal. Kami memohon lanjutan pengecualian cukai import dan eksais sepenuhnya bagi EV CBU sementara pasaran sedang bersiap sedia bagi pertumbuhan EV di Malaysia," katanya.


Tips Keselamatan Ketika Dalam Perjalanan

Apa pun tujuan anda berada di atas jalan raya, keselamatan merupakan satu-satunya perkara yang tidak boleh diperjudikan. Semuanya bermula dari kesedaran dan sikap setiap seorang daripada kita untuk memastikan perjalanan yang akan ditempuhi akan menjadi selamat, tidak hanya untuk diri kita sendiri malah untuk orang lain juga.
Setelah memastikan kenderaan berada dalam keadaan baik untuk berada di atas jalan raya, faktor yang lebih penting untuk memastikan keselamatan dalam perjalanan adalah diri sendiri. Sikap bertolak ansur dan bertimbang rasa menjadi antara elemen penting yang memberi manfaat kepada semua. Elakkan daripada hanya ingin mementingkan diri sendiri sahaja. Peka dan prihatin kepada persekitaran akan membuatkan kita menjadi seorang pemandu yang lebih baik.
Ini termasuk amalan pemanduan yang berhemat. Mulakan dengan menggunakan tali pinggang keledar, bermula dengan diri anda sebagai pemandu dan seterusnya kepada semua penumpang yang turut berada di dalam kenderaan. Jadikan ini sebagai satu amalan yang semula jadi ketika menaiki kenderaan, pada bila-bila masa.
Jadilah seorang pemandu yang prihatin. Simpan nombor-nombor telefon pihak yang perlu dihubungi sekiranya anda terlibat atau sekadar terlihat situasi-situasi cemas sepanjang perjalanan. Selain nombor kecemasan pihak polis dan jabatan bomba, tidak salah sekiranya anda turut menyimpan nombor pihak penyelia lebuh raya yang dilalui.
Tidak semestinya hanya untuk kejadian-kejadian seperti kemalangan, tetapi ini sangat berguna untuk melaporkan hal-hal lain yang berkaitan; sekiranya ada laluan terhadang oleh barangan yang terjatuh, haiwan-haiwan yang dikhuatiri akan melintas dan membahayakan pengguna dan sebagainya.
Mempersiapkan diri untuk menghadapi sebarang kemungkinan juga merupakan sesuatu yang berguna. Sebagai contoh, menyediakan alat pemadam api di dalam kenderaan anda. Begitu juga dengan lampu suluh terang, alat pemantul cahaya, 'jumper cabel' atau apa saja aksesori-aksesori keselamatan lain yang mungkin menjadi sangat berguna dalam waktu-waktu kecemasan yang tak terduga.
Ketika berada di jalan raya juga, perlu diingat bukan kita sahaja yang menggunakannya dalam satu-satu masa. Beri perhatian khusus terutamanya terhadap pengguna lain, terutamanya bagi penunggang motosikal, pengguna berbasikal serta pejalan kaki. Jika anda berada di dalam kenderaan yang selesa, tidak salah untuk memberi ruang kepada mereka terlebih dahulu. Perlu diingati, jalan raya adalah untuk dikongsi dan bukan milik siapa-siapa, tidak kiralah apa jenis kenderaan anda sekalipun.


All-New Hyundai Tucson Debuts With New Looks, Lots More Tech

Hyundai
 recently introduced the all-new
Tucson
 that sits on a completely new platform and will go on sale in Europe after making its debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show.
The model which we know to directly compete with the likes of the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 types, features a new exterior design that adopts Hyundai’s signature hexagonal front grille, flanked by LED headlamps. Also incorporated into the wing-shaped front bumper are LED daytime-running lights. Moving along the side of the vehicle, one can see the ‘Z’ character-line that rests just above the rear wheel arches and at the rear, slim taillights can be seen.
As mentioned earlier, beneath the exterior lies a new platform, allowing for a longer wheelbase of 2,670 mm (30 mm more than the previous Tucson). Overall, the all-new Hyundai Tucson is longer at 4,475 mm (previously 4,410 mm) and wider at 1,850 mm (previously 1,820 mm). With all the seats folded up, 513 litres of luggage is accessible.
Inside the cabin, revisions to the ergonomics and the introduction of soft-touch materials can be seen. Passengers also benefit from heated and ventilated front seats and for convenience, a powered tailgate that opens at the approach of the key-holder and Smart Parking Assist System are found. The infotainment wasn’t detailed in full but it could very well debut Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability.
Powertrain options range from petrol and diesel units. For the petrol variety, a standard and turbocharged 1.6-litre GDI unit is available with the former producing 135 PS and the T-GDI latter making 176 PS.
As for the diesel power plants, a 1.7-litre and two 2.0-litre choices are available. Power outputs are at 115 PS to 136 PS and 184 PS. Transmission boxes are either a seven-speed dual clutch unit or six-speed manual. All engines meet the Euro6 emission standards.
Safety features found on the all-new
Hyundai Tucson
 include Autonomous Emergency Braking system with three operation modes, Lane Keeping Assist System, Rear Traffic Cross Alert System, Blind Spot Detection, Speed Limit Information Function, and Active Hood System that raises the vehicle’s hood to cushion the impact shock in a frontal collision with a pedestrian or cyclist.
Stay tuned to Carlist.my for more News and Reviews of the all-new Hyundai Tucson.


The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport Now Comes In Two Versions And More Power

Three years after the premiere of the first Cayman GT4 Clubsport, Porsche has unveiled its successor which comes loaded with natural-fibre body parts.
Powered by a 3.8-litre flat-six engine producing 425 hp and 425 Nm of torque, the new 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport makes 40 hp more than the outgoing model.
The power is transferred to the rear wheels via a Porsche dual-clutch gearbox with six gears and a mechanical rear axle differential lock. The lightweight spring-strut front suspension is taken from its big 911 GT3 Cup brother. The racing brake system features steel brake discs all round measuring 380 mm in diameter.
Tipping the scales at 1,320 kg, the new 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport also comes with a welded-in safety cage, a racing bucket seat, as well as a six-point harness.
For the first time, the near-standard mid-engine racer comes in two versions: the “Trackday” model, and the “Competition” variant.
The basic “Trackday” version, which is aimed at amateur drivers who want to take part in private track and clubsport events without major effort and outlay, features a fixed shock absorber setup, ABS, ESC, and traction control assistance systems which ensure forgiving handling at the limit and can be deactivated, air-conditioning, a rescue hatch in the roof, a handheld fire-extinguisher, and an 80-litre FT3 safety fuel cell.
As for the Competition variant, the car features a raft of details relevant for racing such as the shock absorbers which can be adjusted in three stages, and the 115-litre safety fuel tank suitable for long-distance events.
Thanks to a brake balance system, the balance bias can be infinitely adjusted between the front and rear axle. There’s also an integrated air jack system which guarantees fast pit stops.
The quick-release racing steering wheel adopted from the 911 GT3 R ensures a range of adjustment options for the individual needs of the drivers.
Last but not least, there is an automatic fire extinguishing system which adds another safety feature for the racetrack.
According to Porsche, both versions of the new 718 Cayman Clubsport GT4, which can be ordered immediately and will be delivered to teams and drivers around the world from February, can be serviced at all Porsche centres worldwide.


'Zeekr is coming to Malaysia' statement INACCURATE - DRB-HICOM

It was only a couple of days ago when the whole automotive media was ecstatic to report that
Zeekr
 premium EV brand is coming to Malaysia.

This information came to be following our Minister of International Trade and Industry (MITI), Tengku Datuk Seri Utama Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, and his visit to the Zeekr factory in China earlier this week.

Looking at his social media posts as well as one particular FB post from smart Malaysia, it's easy to 'confuse' the news with all of the Zeekr photos and name-dropping. According to DRB-HICOM, this is not really the case.

After conducting a
buka puasa
 event for media members, DRB-HICOM's Head of group strategic communications, Mahmood Razak Bahman, clarified that the MITI Minister was merely interested in the Zeekr 001 he test-drove and said that all the statements and reports on the brand coming to Malaysia basically 'inaccurate' for now.

In other words, they're interested but nothing is set in stone just yet. Owning 51.1% of Proton, DRB-HICOM cleared the matter on Zeekr but did specify that the relationship between Geely and Proton remains to be a positive one as they move forward into the NEV market.

With that being said, Proton's entry into the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) segment still follows the timeline of smart's official arrival in Q4 this year, as well as the official launch of the brand's first-ever mild-hybrid model possibly in May, the 2023 Proton X90.


Deathwish - Video Proves How Crazy-Dangerous 'Basikal Lajak' Are To All Of Us

Since the guilty verdict of Sam Ke Ting
caused so much public uproar
, Malaysians have taken to social media to post amateur video of these 'basikal lajak' riders on our streets.

The scariest part about the circumstances surrounding this case was the sinking feeling that it “could happen to anyone”, or more pointedly, happen to us.

The thought that we,
as normal drivers
, could be sent to jail for failing to react quickly and correctly (clairvoyantly?) enough to the illegal, reckless and foolish actions of others, just as long as the victims involved are minors, is a disturbing one.

However, public consensus on the matter still seems quite split with some armed with choice criticisms for the driver in spite of the fact that there was no confirmation of reckless driving, alcohol abuse, or illicit substances involved besides the fact that 8 teenagers are now deceased.

That’s a pretty wide logical leap. “Innocent until proven guilty”, or the presumption of innocence, does not really apply here as there is such a dearth of evidence overall.

To help cement the magnitude of danger these riders pose to law abiding and road-tax paying drivers like us, here are a compilation of some of those videos that have been making the rounds on social media:

The first
 is probably the scariest of the bunch. At a junction that’s only barely illuminated by the headlights of the vehicles there, a group of these juvenile riders steamroll past at a red light, forcing the Myvi to halt in the middle of lane, barely missing it. Luckily none of them collided with the car or we might have had another driver in jail.

Our second place contender
 isn’t nearly as distressing but shows how brazen these delinquents have gotten as they were spotted on the streets of Kuala Lumpur (Jalan Sultan Ismail, specifically) during the day instead of their usual haunts of dimly lit highways in the middle of the night.

In third spot
, we have a compilation from TikTok. It starts with these kids coming down the overpass close to IKEA Cheras but follows with a collection of clips that sees them falling and getting curb-stomped by gravity and inertia.

How does your reaction time, night vision, and clairvoyance fare against these Basikal Lajak riders that are, from a driver’s perspective, below your field of view, completely unilluminated, moving at high speed, and lack any brakes to slow down?

A momentary lapse in concentration or plain bad luck when encountering them could apparently land you in jail (after a 5-year legal battle). Drive safe.


Frankfurt 2017: New Kia Sorento Gets Fresh Look, More Equipment, New GT Line Variant

Kia Motors Europe has announced that the new Sorento, which will be making its first public appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week, will receive a range of upgrades ranging from a tweaked exterior, refreshed cabin, as well as a few new safety and connectivity technology. A new GT Line variant will also available.
On the exterior, Kia’s designers have made a series of modifications which includes redesigned front and rear bumpers, new LED head and taillamps, new dark metallic ‘tiger-nose’ grille, as well as a newly designed wheels.
Inside, the cabin comes with newly-designed steering wheel, gear lever, driver instrument cluster, as well as a new climate control LCD display. The dashboard also features a new Audio Visual Navigation (AVN) system.
The SUV also features Kia’s latest 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, Kia Connected Services powered by TomTom, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless smartphone charger. Buyers can also upgrade their Sorento with a new Harman/Kardon sound system.
The proportion of soft touch materials and leather upholstery has also been increased according to Kia, in an effort to offer a more premium cabin ambience. Customers can specify the interior in single-tone (black) or two-tone (black and stone beige), with cloth or leather upholstery. Optional brown or light grey leather upholstery is also available.
The list of safety features on the other hand includes Kia’s latest DRiVE WISE Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Driver Attention Warning (DAW) system, Lane Keeping Assist System; High Beam Assist, and full LED headlamps with Dynamic Bending Light.
Under the hood, the new Sorento gets Kia’s new eight-speed automatic transmission, paired to a 2.2-litre diesel engine that is being carried over, producing 200PS and 441Nm of maximum torque. Although performance figures remain unchanged, the gearbox has helped reduce CO2 emissions from 172g/km to 159g/km.
Last but not least, Kia has introduced a new GT Line variant to the Sorento, featuring four-lamp LED fog lights, red brake callipers, a more prominent sill step, and subtle GT Line badging designed to distinguish it from other Sorento models.
The interior of the GT Line includes quilted seats finished in black leather with contrasting grey stitching, GT Line embroided emblems, unique gear shift paddles, and a series of satin chrome highlights throughout the interior.


The All-New 2015 Volvo XC90 Makes Its Malaysian Debut, Swedish Flagship SUV For RM453k

Volvo
 Car Malaysia has officially launched one of, if not the most, exciting SUVs of the year: the all-new second-generation
XC90
. Initially available in its top T8 Twin Engine spec, the plug-in hybrid SUV will be on sale in showrooms for a cool RM453k. A very strong proposition, considering just how much it has to offer. Oh yes, and it’s also quite a looker.
Starting with the looks, you most likely have seen the new XC90 prior to its Malaysian launch. Indeed, this generation has been on sale since earlier this year but in spite of this assumed familiarity, when viewed up close it retains a lasting modernity that will keep even as-yet under wraps products from competitors at bay. It’s a smoothly designed exterior, with subtle curves and haunches that works very well to distinguish it on the road.
Under the hood lies Volvo’s Twin Engine powetrain, which, in the all-new XC90, houses a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that is both turbocharged and supercharged to produce a lofty 320hp and 400Nm of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Aiding it is an electric motor that produces and additional 87hp and 240Nm of torque to yield a maximum power figure of 407hp and 640Nm of torque. That’s a lot of power, and enables the 2.3 ton SUV to sprint from 0-100km/h in just 5.6 seconds.
That all-important electric motor derives energy from a 9.2kWh lithium-ion battery which is able to provide the all-new XC90 with a claimed electric-only range of up to 40km, preventing the need for turning on the internal combustion engine at all during most commutes. Using a conventional wall socket (pending complementary verification from Volvo), the battery can be charged from zero to full capacity within 3.5 to 5 hours, they say. Working in tandem, the twincharged 2.0-litre engine and electric motor allows the car to reach a claimed fuel economy figure of just 2.1-litres/100km.
Our little time spent with the all-new XC90 left us very impressed with its interior, particularly the suppleness of the leather. Sitting in it is a very comfortable experience, which is further echoed by the very functional but simple dashboard and control layout as well as the obvious lack of buttons. Volvo and Porsche clearly have very differing approaches interior controls. A lightly faded textured dark wood is used on the door panel, dashboard, and transmission tunnel. Very classy.
There is a rather large centre-mounted touchscreen infotainment unit that is placed vertically, an uncommon but logical arrangement. We’ll need more time with it to report further, but upon our brief impressions, we were struck with how smoothly it responded to our inputs, the lack of visual clutter, and the elegance of its interface design. The gear level too does not conform to standards. Rather, it is made from a crystal glass that acts as a centrepiece for the XC90’s cabin.
It is a Volvo, after all, so safety features have been placed in top priority, with what the Swedish manufacturer touts as the “most comprehensive” standard safety package in the automotive industry. This includes automatic braking that covers cyclists and pedestrians in addition to vehicles and is able to detect/evade them during the day and night, which is part of the ‘Intellisafe’ suite.
The XC90 was right to be one of the most anticipated cars in this premium SUV market. Even in this top T8 Twin Engine guise, it seems to fill in all the right boxes as to what a car - not just an SUV - can and should do. Clearly it is good looking, being a Volvo it is very safe, and the numbers tell us it’s fast, forward-thinking, and is very conservative with its fuel consumption. And at that price point, it is a very compelling package.


Klang Valley Devastated By Floods. Again. Seriously?

Monday, March 7th, 2022 was an especially wet day with near-constant rain in most parts of the Klang Valley, but things took a turn for the worst closer to the evening as the downpour got heavier.

Eventually, water levels started to rise to concerning levels in several major metropolitan areas and before long the situation turned into a
full-flown flood emergency
. Homes were filled with silty water, thousands of motorists were stranded in and around their submerged vehicles, and chaos ensued.

Among the hardest-hit areas included Jalan Chan Show Lin, Jalan Tun Razak, Jalan Kia Peng, Jalan Raja Chulan, Jalan Kuching, and Jalan Raja Laut with the major rivers - Sungai Klang, Sungai Gombak, Sungai Batu - having overflowed at multiple points due to the high volume of rain.

Meanwhile, the Malaysian Highway Authority confirmed that several highways were also severely impacted by the floods with high water blocking lanes along the Besraya Expressway from the city center to Salak Selatan, from Kuchai to Salak Jaya, and from Kampung Malaysia to Kuchai.

It also caused the closure of four lanes of the Kesas Expressway, leaving only one lane usable on the westbound side at kilometre 48 towards the Sukom interchange.

Of course, the
SMART Tunnel was deployed
 to help evacuate some of the floodwaters, but it seems that this happened only after the bulk of the flooding had occurred.

Why does this keep happening? It would seem that the government was just as ill-prepared for yesterday’s floods as it was for the one that hit the
Klang Valley in late December 2021
 in addition to leaving a trail of destruction across areas along the eastern coast of Peninsula Malaysia.

Has there been no progress in improving the flood mitigation measures following last year’s disaster? What about the state of the drainage system in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor? What about any advanced warning by the Malaysian MET Department to give Malaysians time to prepare?

Perhaps this is what happens when Klang Valley residents have to contend with having more shopping malls and huge apartment complexes being built all the time instead of those resources being spent on proper infrastructure (drainage) and city planning.


Audi Unleashes The RS Q3 And RS Q3 Sportback

Audi Sport has recently presented the new edition of the RS Q3 and also the RS Q3 Sportback, combining performance, athletic design, as well as maximum everyday usability.

On the exterior, both the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback come with LED headlights, a gloss black 3D honeycomb front grille, RS bumpers with large side air inlets and boomerang-shaped blades, wheel arches that have been flared by an additional 10 mm compared to the regular Q3, 20-inch wheels, RS spoiler lips, and for the first time, dual-branch RS exhausts.

With its downward sloping coupe-like roof line, the RS Q3 Sportback, with a height of 1,557 mm, is actually 45 mm lower than the RS Q3, and features a rising shoulder line which is set further down than on the sister model, lowering the body’s optical center of gravity.

Powering both the Q3 RS and the Q3 RS Sportback is a 2.5-litre turbocharged TFSI engine which kicks out 394 hp and 480 Nm of torque, paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox and the Quattro all-wheel drive system.

The powertrain enables the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback to sprint from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds, and achieve a top speed of 250 km/h.

Via the MMI the driver can adjust and save the two RS modes individually. Simply pressing the new “RS Mode” steering wheel button provides rapid access to the two new modes and allows the driver to switch between modes.

As for the interior, the RS Q3 twins feature sport seats with RS emblems and contrasting stitching, Audi’s virtual cockpit instrument cluster in RS theme, the MMI touch display, special RS displays, entry lighting with Audi Sport projection in the doors, RS logos on the steering wheel and illuminated front door sill trims, and newly designed shift paddles with multifunction buttons.

Both the RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback are designed as fully fledged 5-seater models, with rear seats that can be moved fore-aft as standard by 150 mm in the RS Q3, and 130 mm in the RS Q3 Sportback. While the luggage compartment holds 530 litres, the figure rises to 1,525 liters (Sportback: 1,400 liters) when the rear seats are folded.

Available in 8 exterior colour options, the new Audi RS Q3 and RS Q3 Sportback will go for sale in Europe later this month.

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