Kenderaan Singapura Isi RON95 - KPDNHEP Tingkatkan Pemantauan

Pemilik
stesen minyak
 di Johor bakal berdepan tindakan tegas jika didapati tidak memantau dan membenarkan kenderaan berpendaftaran asing yang menyalah guna petrol
RON95
 untuk diisi dalam kenderaan mereka.

Susulan
pembukaan sempadan darat Malaysia-Singapura
 Jumaat lalu, rakyat republik itu akhirnya dapat memasuki negara ini menerusi Tambak Johor atau SecondLink di Tanjung Kupang, Iskandar Puteri.

Walau bagaimanapun, telah tular sebuah gambar yang menunjukkan kenderaan bernombor pendaftaran singapura mengisi minyak menggunakan nozel kuning (RON95). Tahukah anda bahawa kenderaan asing dilarang menggunakan petrol RON 95?

Larangan Penjualan Petrol RON95

Penjualan petroleum RON95 kepada kenderaan bernombor pendaftaran negara asing adalah melanggar Akta Kawalan Bekalan kerajaan. Petrol RON95 adalah bahan kawalan kerana diberi subsidi yang tinggi. Larangan ini sudah dilaksanakan sejak 1 Ogos 2010.

Menurut bekas Perdana Menteri, Najib Razak, Malaysia memberi subsidi RON95 sekitar RM1.70 bagi satu liter untuk rakyatnya, bukan rakyat asing. Jika warga asing isi 40 liter RON95 sahaja, kerajaan akan menanggung kerugian sebanyak RM68 wang rakyat kepada warga asing.

“Harga petroleum RON95 Malaysia pada harga RM2.05 satu liter adalah ke-11 paling rendah dalam dunia lagi murah dari beberapa negara-negara pengeluar minyak besar dan negara teluk seperti Arab Saudi, Qatar, Bahrain, UAE, Jordan dan Oman.”

“RON97 yang dibenarkan dijual kepada warga asing pula dijual dengan harga RM3.91 satu liter di Malaysia. Namun masih jauh lebih murah berbanding harga S$3.02 (RM9.37) bagi RON95 dan S$3.51 (RM10.90) bagi RON97 di negara jiran sebab petrol dikenakan cukai yang tinggi,” tambahnya.

KPDNHEP Tingkatkan Pemantauan

Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi berkata, pihaknya mengambil maklum mengenai gambar tular berkaitan kenderaan dengan nombor pendaftaran negara jiran mengisi petrol bersubsidi itu.

Tambahnya berkata, aktiviti penguatkuasaan yang lebih agresif juga akan dilaksanakan dengan pelancaran Op Pantau 2022 bagi memastikan bekalan barangan mencukupi dan dijual pada harga munasabah selain memastikan pematuhan yang tinggi oleh peniaga berikutan pembukaan sepenuhnya sektor ekonomi dan pintu sempadan negara bermula 1 April lalu.

KPDNHEP telah mengeluarkan arahan kepada semua syarikat minyak dan pengusaha stesen minyak yang bersempadan dengan Singapura bagi memastikan pematuhan larangan penjualan RON95 kepada semua kenderaan termasuk motosikal bernombor pendaftaran asing.

Selain itu, kementerian juga mengarahkan KPDNHEP negeri yang bersempadan dengan Singapura dan Thailand supaya mempergiatkan pemantauan serta mengambil tindakan tegas terhadap mana-mana pihak yang melanggar Akta Kawalan Bekalan 1961 (Akta 122) dan (Peraturan-Peraturan Kawalan Bekalan 1974)," katanya.

Hukuman Terhadap Pemilik Stesen Minyak

Pemilik stesen minyak yang didapati gagal memantau penyalagunaan petrol RON95 boleh disiasat mengikut Peraturan-Peraturan Kawalan Bekalan (PPKB) 1974, Akta Kawalan Bekalan (AKB) 1961 yang
 membawa hukuman denda maksimum RM1,000,000 atau penjara tidak melebihi tiga tahun atau kedua-duanya, jika sabit kesalahan.

Sementara bagi kesalahan kedua dan berikutnya denda maksimum RM3,000,000 atau penjara tidak melebihi lima tahun atau kedua-duanya, manakala hukuman bagi syarikat, denda maksimum RM2,000,000 dan bagi kesalahan kedua serta berikutnya denda maksimum RM5,000,000.


The Mean Looking Ford Ranger FX4 Returns

The second iteration of the Ford Ranger FX4 has just launched moments ago via both YouTube and Facebook Live making the Ford Ranger the first pickup truck in the country to be launched simultaneously through both these platforms.

The return of the Ranger FX4 features that fierce FX4 look, through distinctive FX4 upgrades, including exclusive FX4 only accessories. These unique FX4 changes include an exterior with a blacked-out theme, changing its grille to an ebony black coloured grille, 18-inch black wheels, gloss black side mirror and door handles, as well as a black sports bar - adding to the already aggressive look of the Ranger. Part of this particular FX4 theme is also the unique FX4 decals, located at the front doors and tailgate.

The interior has also seen some upgrades, with FX4 embossed lettering at the seats and red stitching across the interior. The Ranger FX4 is also packed with a host of smart technology and safety features seen in the current Ranger vehicles, including 4X4 Shift-On-The-Fly, rain-sensing wipers, the light and nimble Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS), daytime running lights and headlights for better visibility. It also comes with two airbags, Limited Slip Differential, Hill Descent Control, Hill Launch Assist, Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD), ISOFIX child seat mounts, Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control, Rollover Mitigation, Trailer Sway Control and Adaptive Load Control.

Unfortunately however, the powertrain has not been upgraded returning to the familiar 2.2 litre TDCi VGT turbodiesel engine with an output of 158 Hp and 385 Nm of torque from 1,600 to 2,600 rpm. The six-speed automatic transmission from the current Ford Ranger also returns and with it a four-wheel-drive system with on-the-fly shifting and an electronic-locking rear differential.

To celebrate the arrival of the new FX4, the first 150 customers who purchase the FX4 will receive the following accessories worth RM5,398 for free:

Free accessories including a matte black sports bar and executive tinting

Free in-built Digital Video Recorder (DVR) that offers a range of smart and safety functions including high-definition (HD) recording, wide angle viewing, night view recording and Mobile App connect via Hotspot. It also comes with a 8GB memory card

There is more than meets the digital eye with the FX4, and if you wish to see it, FORD Malaysia has ensured customers that their showrooms have been properly sanitized.

“For customers visiting our showrooms and service centres nationwide, we would like to welcome and assure you that the necessary precautions are in place to ensure the health and safety of our visitors and staff as outlined by the Government. This includes, the practice of social distancing, temperature checks upon entering the premise, hand sanitiser dispensers located at common areas, in addition to frequent sanitising of high contact points throughout the premises, including service and display vehicles,” said Jeffrey Gan, Managing Director for Retail and Distribution, Malaysia, Sime Darby Motors.

The new Ford Ranger FX4 will set you back a cool price of RM126,888 on the road without insurance.


Volkswagen Golf TDI Sets New Guinness World Record: 2.9 l/100km Across 13,250 KM

Volkswagen
 of America, Inc. has announced that a new Guinness World Record was set today for the “lowest fuel consumption – 48 U.S. contiguous States for a non-hybrid car” with an amazing 2.9 l/100km (81.17 mpg), accomplished in a 2015 Golf TDI Clean Diesel.
Travelling a distance of 13250km around America in 16 days, the
Volkswagen Golf
 managed to overshadow the previous record of 3.01 l/100km (77.99 mpg) by more than 3 mpg. That’s not all because the diesel-powered Golf managed to beat the hybrid vehicle record of 3.16 l/100km (74.34 mpg) by more than 6 mpg. In total, the Golf used about RM1118.95 ($294.98 ) worth of Shell Diesel fuel which is 383.95 litres (101.43 gallons).
The team behind the achievement was Wayne Gerdes, automotive journalist and founder of cleanmpg.com and his co-driver Bob Winger, an electronics engineer long involved in energy and conservation projects.
“Volkswagen’s TDI Clean Diesel engines are just amazing,” said Wayne Gerdes. “I don’t think people realize the potential mileage you can get from them. In our experience, it is possible to get truly impressive mileage results by using just a few simple fuel-saving techniques.”
The
Golf
 TDI comes with a direct-injection and turbocharged Clean Diesel engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission. It has an EPA estimated highway fuel economy of 5.22 l/100km (45 mpg).
For the attempt, the Golf TDI used Shell ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel and Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max tyres. The record-setting Golf TDI was also equipped with a Linear Logic ScanGauge II to precisely measure fuel economy, G4 smartphones by LG and a Garmin nüvi 57 LM GPS navigator to meet Guinness World Records tracking requirements.


F1 Kini Dalam Perbincangan Untuk Kembali Ke Sepang Bagi GP Malaysia

Rindukan deruman enjin
Formula Satu (F1)
? Berita baik untuk anda,
Litar Antarabangsa Sepang (SIC)
 mengakui pihaknya sedang melakukan perbincangan bersama penganjur perlumbaan untuk membawa masuk semula perlumbaan kereta berprestij dunia itu ke Malaysia tidak lama lagi.

*Kredit Foto: Fox Sports

Malaysia mula menjadi salah satu penganjur perlumbaan berprestij ini pada tahun 1999 sebelum F1 Grand Prix (GP) Malaysia direhatkan selepas 19 tahun pada 2017 ekoran pulangan keuntungan yang kurang memberangsangkan daripada perlumbaan tersebut.

Menurut Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif SIC Azhan Shafriman Hanif, proses perbincangan sedang berlangsung pada ketika ini. Soal F1 kembali semula atau tidak itu bergantung kepada proposal dan keputusan kerajaan untuk membawa semula perlumbaan ini pada masa akan datang.

Tidak dinafikan, penganjuran perlumbaan F1 memakan belanja yang jauh lebih besar berbanding
MotoGP
. Oleh itu, Azhan berkata perbincangan lanjut sedang berjalan untuk mengenalpasti pelbagai faktor sebelum meneruskan rancangan tersebut. Yang paling penting, ianya haruslah membawa keuntungan.

*Kredit Foto: NST

Membawa pulang F1 ke Malaysia bukanlah kepentingan utama SIC buat masa ini, namun sekiranya peluang serta tawaran yang diterima itu menarik, Azhan berkata dia akan menyokong idea tersebut dalam memasarkan Malaysia sebagai tempat tumpuan pelancong.

Beliau juga berkata bahawa SIC sudah mengenal pasti beberapa pelumba muda yang berbakat untuk diserapkan ke dalam program bagi membentuk pelumba ini supaya boleh memberi cabaran kepada pelumba Itali dan Sepanyol dalam perlumbaan antarabangsa yang akan datang.

Sementara itu, Bekas Perdana Menteri Malaysia Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad pernah mengeluarkan kenyataan pada 2019 bahawa kepulangan F1 ke Malaysia mungkin boleh berlaku dalam tahun 2021 oleh kerana F1 masih diminati ramai rakyat Malaysia.

*Kredit Foto: The Star

“Sekiranya GP Malaysia kembali, kita bakal menerima lebih daripada 100,000 penonton dan perlumbaan yang disiarkan secara langsung di stesen-stesen TV seluruh dunia berpotensi untuk membawa 200 juta penonton,” kata Tun sambil menambah ianya bakal menjadi salah satu cara untuk mempromosikan Malaysia di mata dunia.

Kalau anda tidak tahu, kali pertama perlumbaan F1 diadakan pada tahun 1999, Tun Mahathir merupakan Perdana Menteri Malaysia pada ketika itu. Namun selepas 5 tahun GP Malaysia direhatkan sejak 2017, siapakah
pelumba dan pasukan
 kegemaran anda bagi F1 2021?

*Kredit Foto: Mashable SEA

Secara jujurnya, adakah anda masih menunggu kepulangan F1 GP Malaysia? Semenjak ketiadaan perlumbaan F1 di Malaysia, liputan tentang sukan ini oleh media-media sukan tempatan juga semakin berkurang dan tidak sehangat suatu masa dahulu. Adakah minat anda terhadap F1 ini turut semakin pudar?

Diharapkan kepulangan F1 ke Malaysia dapat menarik lebih ramai peminat sukan lumba kereta ini seperti dahulu kala. Kalau sokongan yang diterima daripada rakyat Malaysia pun memberangsangkan, adalah peluang untuk F1 kekal lama di negara ini.


Detroit 2018: The All-New Mercedes-Benz G-Class Still Looks The Same On The Outside

With just a couple of weeks to go before it makes its debut at the Detroit Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz has shed some light on some of the exterior and technical details of the 2019 G-Class, a week after it revealed the
SUV’s interior
.
Unlike the cabin that has gone through a complete makeover, the exterior design of the G-Class has not changed, although we expect some minor tweaks to differentiate it from the existing version.
According to Mercedes-Benz, the primary goal of development was to make the new G-Class even more effective off-road. So, the proven ladder- type frame and the rigid rear axle have been carried over.
The axle, which has been raised to achieve higher ground clearance, is complemented by an updated double-wishbone suspension which is a result of collaboration between Mercedes-Benz G GmbH and Mercedes-AMG GmbH.
Available for the first time will be a ‘G-Mode’ which will be activated automatically when one of the three differential locks has been activated.
What this mode does is that it adapts the adjustable damping of the chassis, the steering, and also the accelerator in order to avoid unnecessary gearshifts and ensuring maximum traction during off-roading.
Also new is the 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic gearbox which has been specifically adapted for off-roading. It is said that the developers have reduced the shift and response times of the transmission using dedicated software, resulting in wider transmission ratio which translates to more comfort at low engine speeds and lower fuel consumption.
Last but not least, we have a range of off-roading goodies like the permanent all-wheel drive system, a 360-degree camera, a compass, optional 18-inch all-terrain tires, and also indicators for angles, gradient and ride height.
Still camouflaged, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class will be premiering in less than two weeks in Detroit, so watch this space for more details.


Toyota Raize Space could arrive here as the next-gen Perodua Aruz

Rumours are swirling around that Toyota and Daihatsu are working on another SUV. This time it's another sub-3-meter wheel-based SUV with seven seats, heavily associated with the Toyota Raize.

How has this assumption come about? Well, apparently, Toyota has registered trademarks, registering the name Raize Space.

If you're unfamiliar with the Toyota Raize, it's essentially the same vehicle with some cosmetic differences and badging as the Perodua Ativa and Daihatsu Rocky. They are the result of a collaboration between Toyota and its subsidiaries.

Picture credit: spyder7.com

Since the trademark name in plain sight is Raize Space, the educated guess would point to the direction of a more spacious Raize equipped with three rows of seats.

Since there's no successor to the
Toyota Rush/ Perodua Aruz
, the big assumption is that the Toyota Raize might be the one to fill in the gap.

Yes, the Rush/Aruz siblings seem like a bigger car, but when you compare the body width and wheelbase length, there's little difference between it and the Toyota Raize.

Plus, if Honda can equip a 2.6-meter wheelbase(New Honda BR-V) with three rows of seats, we're
confident that Toyota can do it too
. This wouldn't be the first time Toyota has crammed so many seats in a shorter wheelbase, as the Indonesia-specific Toyota Calya/Daihatsu Sigra with its 2.5 meter wheelbase has seven seats.


Headlights 101: How to change your car’s light bulbs?

Changing your car's light bulbs is so easy that you can do it yourself at home!

Headlights are one of the most essential pieces of safety equipment in a car. Not only does it help to illuminate the road ahead, but it also allows you to be seen by other motorists on the road, especially at night.

For this very straightforward reason, it's vital to be proactive with your headlight bulbs, because if one or both of the bulbs have burned out, not only will it get you in trouble with the authorities, but it will also make you a safety hazard to other road users.

Luckily, changing light bulbs in a car is not too difficult of a task. It's something that you can do at home without needing any special tools, for the most part.

Disclaimer: This guide is for bulbs found in halogen systems, where generally, the bulb unit is visibly located at the back of the headlight unit.

Step 1 - Recognising the type of bulb

Knowing what type of light bulb is needed for your car is also a piece of information that is easily obtainable. If Mr. Google can't help you with this, your car's owner's manual will provide you with information about your car's specific light bulb model. It usually begins with the alphabet H and then a number denoting the type of bulb.

Step 2 - Locating the light bulb holder

Once you know what light bulbs are needed and have proceeded to purchase them, it's time to get stuck in under the bonnet. Open the bonnet and locate the rear end of the headlight unit. The bulb holder will generally look like a trapezoid-shaped plug with three wires coming out of it.

Step 3 - Removing the light bulb

The first thing you must do here is to disconnect the bulb wiring harness from the light bulb itself. It is usually connected by a plastic clip that only requires you to press down on a lever for it to be released.

Once the wiring has been disconnected, it's time to remove the light bulb from the headlight. Some well-designed cars only require you to twist the bulb out of its housing, while some other cars will require you to dislodge a metal clip that keeps the light bulb in place.

Step 4 - Installing the new light bulb

Holding the bulb's plug end, install it back into the headlight unit. You can tell when it's properly in when the bulb's rubber gasket is no longer visible. Once this is completed, connect the wiring back to the light bulb and check whether everything is connected correctly.

Step 5 - Check your lights

This is where you will check that everything is installed correctly. Testing the new headlight bulb is as easy as turning on the headlights. If one or both of the bulbs don't turn on, go back to the headlights and check the wiring to make sure you've connected them securely.

Here’s a bit of trivia for you: Did you know that regular halogen bulbs provide illumination of up to 100 meters only?

So say you see something in front of you and need to take evasive action, factoring in reaction times you have about 60 meters to evade or stop from hitting whatever is in your path. What if you could add an additional 50 meters to that illuminated distance? This will give you more time to maneuver safely, or even come to a full stop. Now add to that 150 percent more brightness as well. This not only gives you better visibility at night, but it also makes driving less strenuous. You will be able to recognize traffic signs and potential hazards much earlier.

This is what makes OSRAM’s Night Breaker Laser the sensible choice.

The OSRAM Night Breaker Laser is OSRAM's most powerful halogen bulb. Using an innovative laser ablation technology, these headlight bulbs shine up to 150% brighter compared to regular halogen bulbs. Not only is it brighter, but it also throws a 150-meter long beam and provides up to 20% whiter light.

Since it uses the same bulb platform and is a like-for-like replacement, the OSRAM Night Breaker Laser is also JPJ compliant.

The above is an illustration of the difference the OSRAM Night Breaker Laser makes versus a regular light bulb on a bridge. Being able to see clearly and further means that you can anticipate any dangers on the road ahead and react accordingly.

From now until 28th February OSRAM is offering you discounts on their range of bulbs through their official stores on
Lazada
 and
Shopee
.

Remember, If it’s not bright, it’s not light!


Fake News: Tun Dr. Mahathir Promises To Abolish Grab If PH Wins GE14

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has refuted news reports by several mainstream media portals alleging that he had promised voters in Langkawi that Pakatan Harapan will abolish ride hailing service Grab if it wins this coming General Election.
Earlier today, Sinar Harian published a report with a headline ‘Mahathir Akan Hapuskan Grab, Jika PH Menang.’
Sinar Harian’s original report (which has since been amended) reads:
‘Mahathir turut berjanji menghapuskan aplikasi e-hailing bagi membela nasib pemandu teksi dan kereta sewa.
“Masalah Grab ini bukan hanya Langkawi tapi seluruh Malaysia.
“Grab merugikan pemandu teksi biasa, perkara ini akan dikaji supaya servis teksi yang adil kepada semua pihak, ini akan kita lakukan apabila kita ambil alih kerajaan nanti,” ujarnya.’
The news was soon picked up by New Straits Times (NST) and The Star, which quoted Sinar Harian as the source of the news.
Sinar Harian then followed up its story with a response from Prime Minister Najib, with the title ‘e-hailing: Najib dakwa Mahathir enggan sesuai diri.’
Both NST and The Star have since taken down their original report.
Following the allegations, Tun Dr. Mahathir’s office has released a video recording of Tun Dr. Mahathir’s speech, which merely called for a review of the system to correct certain discrepancies/inequalities in the requirements for Grab and taxi service operators.
Video jawapan Dr Mahathir Mohamad mengenai perkhidmatan Grab baru baru ini di Langkawi dalam satu dialog dengan pengusaha perlancongan Langkawi.
- Admin-
pic.twitter.com/pHNArzemcQ
— Dr Mahathir Mohamad (@chedetofficial)
April 30, 2018
Having said that, we need to point out that not everything that was said by Tun Dr. Mahathir in his speech was correct. Grab does have very strict rules in its selection of vehicles and drivers, which explains why Grab vehicles are generally cleaner and more comfortable than regular budget taxis. At the same time, Grab cannot and should not be allowed to replace taxi services, especially when it no longer has Uber as its competitor.
Meanwhile, Grab must be quite pleased with all the free publicity that it is getting. So we might as well just go all the way. If you don’t already know, Grab is currently running a #DESTINASI14 social media campaign to encourage voters to get out and vote.


Perodua Bezza – New Sedan to Launch with 1.0L and 1.3L Variants

The much anticipated
all-new sedan
 by
Perodua
 will be called the Bezza, and will be offered with a selection of five variants with engines displacing 1.0 and 1.3 litres, each mated with manual and automatic transmissions respectively.
Pictures of pre-launch brochures and of the vehicles themselves seeped into social media yesterday, and we are now convinced of their authenticity having read exclusive pre-launch drive reports published this morning on the portals
Careta.my
 and
paultan.org
.
In summary, the Bezza will be available in three trim levels. Following Perodua’s regular practice, the 1.0-litre Standard G and 1.3-litre Premium X models are each offered with 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission, whilst the range-topping 1.3 Advance is an automatic-only offering.
The 1.0-litre model’s 3-cylinder engine is based on the one used in
Axia
, but it is here enhanced with intelligent variable valve timing, identified by the familiar VVT-i nomenclature used by Toyota.
Outputs are slightly improved over the
Axia
’s – 66PS to 68PS, 90Nm to 91Nm. Tipping the scales at 865kg with manual transmission, the Bezza 1.0 has a claimed fuel consumption of 4.4 litres/100km (test cycle unknown). The 15kg-heavier automatic version asks for 4.7 litres/100km.
The 1.3-litre model, meanwhile, utilizes an all-new dual VVT-i powerplant from
Toyota
’s
NR-series 4-cylinder engine
 family. A 1.5-litre version of this engine will be introduced in an
updated version
 of the
Toyota Vios
 later this year.
Image source:
Malaysia Design Studies
 FB page.
Compared to 91PS and 117Nm pushed out by the existing 1.3-litre K3-VE engine used in the
Myvi
, the Bezza’s powertrain generates a marginally improved 95PS and 121Nm.
Claimed fuel consumption is rated at 4.6 and 4.8 litres/100km for manual and automatic transmission respectively. The range-topping Advanced automatic-only model, which exclusively features auto start/stop, enjoys an improved 4.5 litres/100km.
Notable equipment in the Bezza includes smart keyless entry for all 1.3-litre variants. The Advance model additionally gets a multimedia head unit and reverse camera. Complementing an already-impressive 508-litre boot capacity, all variants enjoy the facility of 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
For safety, all variants of the Bezza get ABS and EBD as standard. For the first time in a Perodua, the Bezza will be offered with electronic stability control (VSC), albeit exclusive to the Advance model only.
The all-new Perodua Bezza will launch next Thursday, so stay tuned for more information.


King Myvi 'Lawat' Tesco Puchong – Pemandu Tertekan Minyak Di Kawasan Parkir

Semenjak sektor ekonomi kembali rancak dengan kebenaran
dine-in
, kebanyakan pusat membeli belah serta pasar raya kini mula dipenuhi semula oleh para pengunjung, termasuk
Myvi
 sendiri.

Tesco Puchong telah dikejutkan dengan kehadiran pengunjung yang paling tak disangka-sangka, iaitu
Perodua Myvi generasi ketiga
 yang telah merempuh masuk melalui pintu kaca pasar raya terbabit.

Meskipun Myvi memang terkenal dengan sikap nakal sesetengah pemandunya, namun kejadian ini merupakan sebuah kemalangan yang tidak disengajakan, bukanlah sebab King of The Road nak buat comeback dengan
perangai lamanya
.

Dalam kejadian pada Rabu, jam 4.30 petang, seorang lelaki warga emas yang berusia 64 tahun sedang dalam perjalanan pulang ke rumah setelah selesai membeli barang di pasar raya terbabit. Walau bagaimanapun, situasi di pasar raya terbabit bertukar cemas apabila beliau tertekan pedal minyak tanpa sengaja di kawasan
parkir
 yang terletak betul-betul di hadapan pasar raya itu.

Tindakan beliau telah menyebabkan Myvi miliknya merempuh masuk ke dalam pasar raya berkenaan dan melanggar seorang pekerja lelaki yang sedang berdiri di hadapan kaunter sebuah restoran makanan segera di situ.

Meskipun sedang dalam situasi cemas, orang ramai yang berada di pasar raya terbabit berjaya mengawal situasi dengan membantu menyelamatkan mangsa yang dilanggar serta memastikan pemandu terbabit tidak mengalami kecederaan. Mangsa kemudian dibawa ke Hospital Serdang menggunakan
ambulans
.

Akibat daripada pelanggaran tersebut, mangsa yang dilanggar telah mengalami kecederaan ringan dan kini sedang menerima rawatan di Hospital Serdang. Ketua Polis Daerah Serdang, Asisten Komisioner A. A. Anbalagan mengesahkan bahawa mangsa kini dilaporkan stabil serta pemandu warga emas tersebut juga disahkan tidak mengalami sebarang kecederaan. Kes disiasat di bawah Seksyen 43 (1) Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987.

Bagi sesiapa yang memandu
kereta automatik
, pastikan anda bebaskan gear (free gear) di gear P atau N semasa berhenti di kawasan parkir atau tempat awam yang melibatkan orang ramai untuk mengelakkan perkara ini daripada berlaku. Memanglah anda boleh pijak pedal brek untuk tahan kereta daripada bergerak, tapi kalau anda terpijak pedal minyak macam pemandu Myvi ni, apa nak buat?

Myvi juga mempunyai fungsi
eco-idle
, di mana enjin akan dimatikan secara automatik walaupun dalam keadaan gear D ketika menekan brek. Fungsinya untuk menjimatkan minyak, namun jika brek dilepaskan, enjin akan hidup semula dan kereta akan kekal berada pada gear D.

Ini membuatkan kenderaan bergerak kehadapan dan berisiko membuat pemandu panik, tambah-tambah yang kurang arif dengan teknologi pada Perodua Myvi ini. Bila dah panik, nak tekan brek pun boleh tertekan minyak.

Penting untuk anda tahu segala kebolehan dan teknologi yang ada pada kereta anda supaya dapat mengelakkan kemalangan seperti ini. Ingat, teknologi itu seharusnya memudahkan, bukan menyusahkan kita. Berhati-hati di jalan raya! (dan pasar raya)

*Kredit video: The Star


New Lexus RX Makes World Debut

Much like the BMW X5 that was launched here just yesterday, the Lexus RX has been a very important part of the Lexus model range - arguably just as much as their flagship models. The luxury SUV has been the mainstay of upper-middle class Asian families the world over, as well as being a staple SUV for Western markets. Growing in size and sophistication with every generation, this latest facelift of the Lexus RX brings with it the latest iteration of the Lexus Safety System among other improvements.
Styling hasn't taken a radical departure from what we know of the model, with a couple of minor trim differences and revisions to the bumpers front and rear. The width is more emphasized with this facelift to provide a sense of stability, while more slender headlamps provide a sharper look. On the whole the Lexus RX isn't a car designed to be the last word in style, but as a luxury SUV within its segment it is certainly the most striking of the group.
On the inside, the changes are minor as well. From a tech standpoint, there is now better connectivity with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Baidu CarLife, as well as both touchscreen and touchpad options. The second row of seats can be had in either a traditional bench form or captain seats, the latter of which adds a level of exclusivity. The third row can be moved fore or aft to change the amount of legroom when necessary.
Ride comfort has always been a priority with these vehicles, at times taking a back seat to handling, but in this day and age the two go hand in hand. Laser screw spot welding is employed extensively throughout the vehicle along with high strength adhesives and stiffer stabilizer bars, resulting in a stiffer, more rigid chassis that's more responsive to inputs. Active Cornering Assist helps to suppress understeer mid-corner, while the absorbers get a Friction Control Device that minimizes high frequency vibrations from the road.
Following on from their introduction of LED headlamps back when they weren't a thing yet, Lexus is stepping up with their BladeScan Type Adaptive High Beam System. A mirrored blade controls the projection of light from an LED source and it precisely distributes light in such a way that highlights hazards such as pedestrians or avoid blinding oncoming drivers. On the active safety systems side of things, the Lexus Safety System+ includes a pre-collision system using an in-vehicle camera and millimetre wave radar, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control and Lane Tracing Assist, as well as Road Sign Assist.
There's no word on when the model will be hitting our shores, although we imagine it won't be too far away. Lexus models have been highly underrated in our market, partly due to difficult pricing, but the combination of reliability and competitive specifications, along with high levels of luxury, make them excellent all-round packages.
For the best deals on Lexus models, click
here
.


Toyota To Introduce At Least 10 EV Models From 2020 Onwards, Brings Forward Electrification Targets

When the first generation Toyota Prius was launched in 1997, many laughed at Toyota’s quirky hybrid. Fast forward 20 years later, and Toyota is the only full range car manufacturer (EV and passenger cars-only Tesla aside) to be on track to meet the European Union’s 96g/km average fleet-wide CO2 emission targets by 2021.
Every manufacturer operating in Europe except Toyota now risks having to pay billions of Euros in fines by 2021. The fallout of diesels following Volkswagen’s fiasco over its emissions testing procedures has accelerated the demise of diesels and the migration towards electrified drivetrains – hybrids (HVs), plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), and battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Year-on-year, global deliveries of Toyota and Lexus hybrids are consistently growing in double-digit percentages, and last year it hit 21 percent (totaling 480,794 units, including Lexus).
At this rate, Toyota projects that it will hit its milestone five years earlier, which while sounding positive, is not necessarily a good thing as the development timeline will now have to be significantly shortened and Toyota needs a new plan to cope.
As recent as 2017, Toyota’s internal target was to sell 5.5 million electrified vehicles annually by 2030. Of these, 4.5 million units will be hybrids and plug-in hybrids, with over 1 million zero emission BEVs and fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV). At its current rate however, Toyota is expected to reach these milestones by 2025 instead.
Last Friday, Toyota announced its roadmap to popularize BEVs. Six clay models previewing the future electric Toyotas were also shown. All the models shown are aimed at the global market but Toyota stopped short of giving any specific introduction timing other than saying “…2020 onwards.”
Of the six models – three are SUVs/crossovers of varying sizes, one minivan, one two-door 'tallbox', and one large hatchback/fastback style (but the description says it’s a sedan) model. Some (if not all) of these, will utilize the
e-TNGA platform
, a variation of Toyota’s modular TNGA platform that already underpins the C-HR, Camry, and Corolla.
The medium-size SUV has already been announced as a
joint-development with Subaru
 while the two-door hatchback will most certainly be jointly-developed with Daihatsu.
A Japan-only BEV minicar will also be introduced. Analogous to Japan’s 660cc ‘kei’ minicars, Toyota’s first two-seater, short range driving BEV will go on sale in Japan next year, with another similar-sized model aimed at small businesses planned.
In his speech, Executive Vice President Shigeki Terashi admitted that BEVs are very expensive to produce but they are without a doubt, necessary to meet future requirements. The conventional business model of manufacturing a car and selling it to a customer won’t work with BEVs, and collaboration with other manufacturers is necessary.
Beyond Subaru and Daihatsu, Toyota is expanding its partnership with battery manufacturers. It has signed an MoU with China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL) and BYD while maintaining existing cooperation with its long-time partner Panasonic.
CATL is the world’s largest manufacturer of batteries for HV, PHEV and BEV cars while the Warren Buffett-backed BYD is the world’s largest BEV manufacturer.
The long-term goal is to ensure that Toyota BEVs will continue to live up to the company’s famed reliability standards. The company wants to extend its know-how in extending the Prius’ battery durability into BEVs.
Batteries, motors, and power control units are considered by Toyota as a core technology for BEVs and in typical Toyota culture, it considers mastering core technologies (rather than relying totally on a third-party supplier) to be very important, even if developing these in-house will take a longer time and requires more investment.
Mobility as a service (MaaS) is also another avenue business opportunity. The recent tie-ups with Grab and Uber are the more visible ones; Terashi said that Toyota is in talks with more than 40 different companies but the time is not right to reveal further details in these plans yet.
In short, what Toyota is saying is that it is not possible to make money from selling BEVs (hint to Tesla’s investors). A total rethink of the business model is necessary, and doing so requires extensive collaboration with many parties.
Find the best deals for new Toyota vehicles
here
.


JPJ Tawar 70% Diskaun Saman – Mulai 18 Ogos Hingga 16 September 2021

Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ)
 tawar pengurangan bayaran saman sehingga 70% sempena bulan kemerdekaan bagi tahun 2021.

Berikutan sambutan hari kemerdekaan negara yang ke-64 yang bertemakan ‘Malaysia Prihatin’, JPJ telah bersetuju untuk memberikan tawaran pengurangan pembayaran saman sehingga 70% kepada semua saman JPJ yang boleh dikompaun, kecuali kes yang masih dalam sebutan pihak mahkamah termasuk yang berstatus waran tangkap atau perbicaraan.

Diskaun saman
 JPJ yang bermula pada 18 Ogos 2021 sehingga 16 September 2021 ini akan diberikan kepada semua notis saman yang telah dikeluarkan bagi kesalahan di bawah Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987 (Akta 333), Akta Lembaga Pelesenan Kenderaan Perdagangan (Akta 334) serta Kaedah-Kaedah dan Perintah-Perintah di bawahnya termasuklah kes yang masih dalam tindakan
Senarai Hitam (blacklist).

*Kredit foto: Harian Metro

Menurut JPJ, pengurangan ke atas notis saman tersebut adalah berdasarkan kepada kadar kompaun semasa yang terdapat dalam sistem
mySIKAP JPJ
.

Walau bagaimanapun, bagi pesalah-pesalah lalu lintas yang telah disenarai hitam (blacklist), mereka dikehendaki untuk hadir semula ke pejabat JPJ (cawangan atau negeri) bagi tujuan proses dokumentasi semula sebelum sebarang urusan pembayaran dapat dilakukan.

Bukan itu sahaja, tawaran diskaun saman ini turut diberikan kepada semua saman yang masih aktif dan tempoh kompaunnya masih berkuatkuasa dengan syarat pembayaran dilakukan dalam tempoh yang diberikan, iaitu sebelum 16 September 2021.

Urusan pembayaran saman ini boleh dibuat di semua pejabat JPJ Negeri, cawangan dan UTC, kiosk atau secara
atas talian (online)
 melalui portal mySIKAP JPJ. Untuk mengelakkan kesesakan, anda dinasihatkan untuk melakukan pembayaran secara online sahaja.

Tambah JPJ, tawaran diskaun ini diberikan bagi tujuan meringankan beban rakyat, selaras dengan kemelut ekonomi yang melanda segenap lapisan masyarakat di Malaysia ekoran daripada pandemik COVID-19.


Kenapa Taliban Pilih Ford Ranger, Bukan Toyota Hilux?

Jika anda perasan, tentera Taliban kini lebih memilih
Ford Ranger
 sebagai kenderaan tempur berbanding
Toyota Hilux
. Mengapa?

Toyota Hilux memang terkenal di timur tengah sebagai kenderaan pilihan militan untuk digunakan bagi tujuan perang. Sampaikan pernah ada perang yang dinamakan perang
Toyota
 pada tahun 1986 hingga 1987 di Republik Chad. Walau bagaimanapun, kebanyakan gambar tentera Taliban yang muncul di media sosial kini menunjukkan bahawa cinta mereka pada Toyota semakin pudar selepas sering kelihatan menggunakan Ford Ranger.

Sebelum ini, pihak Taliban atau militan di timur tengah sering dikaitkan dengan penggunaan Toyota Hilux dan
Toyota Land Cruiser
 sehinggakan topik ini menjadi sensitif pada pengeluar Jepun tersebut. Toyota juga telah bekerjasama dengan tentera Amerika Syarikat untuk mengenal pasti dari mana datangnya sumber kereta Toyota yang digunakan Taliban ini dan melarang penjualan kepada puak pengganas.

Jadi mengapa kali ini mereka menggunakan Ford Ranger generasi kedua pula? Apa yang membuatkan Taliban memilih Ford Ranger berbanding Toyota Hilux? Adakah kerana prestasi serta ketahanan Ford Ranger lebih baik berbanding Toyota Hilux? Jom kita kaji dengan lebih mendalam tentang isu ini.

Kebanyakan Ford Ranger yang digunakan Taliban berwarna kuning padang pasir serta hijau gelap menandakan kenderaan itu telah dicuri atau dirampas daripada pasukan keselamatan Afghanistan yang kini lumpuh. Melalui laporan yang dikeluarkan oleh Forbes, sekurang-kurangnya 270 unit Ford Ranger yang dimiliki oleh tentera Afghanistan dan Amerika di sana telah dirampas oleh Taliban.

Perkara ini boleh dijangka memandangkan tindakan pengunduran pasukan tentera Amerika Syarikat dari Afghanistan. Ia telah memberi peluang dan ruang yang secukupnya kepada Taliban untuk melebarkan kuasa mereka dengan merampas kenderaan tersebut ibarat orang mengantuk disorongkan bantal.

Jadi sebab itulah puak Taliban ini sering dilihat bersama Ford Ranger berbanding Toyota Hilux. Malah bukan sahaja Ford Ranger yang menjadi rampasan puak ini, namun mereka turut merampas harta rampasan perang dari tentera Amerika seperti senjata api dan pelancar roket.

Kelebihan Ford Ranger

Ford Ranger yang dirampas dari tentera Afghanistan ini mempunyai banyak ciri istimewa yang telah ditambah baik berbanding Ford Ranger biasa. Meskipun ianya bukanlah varian tertinggi Raptor ataupun generasi terbaharu Ford Ranger, namun ia lengkap dengan pelbagai ciri-ciri istimewa dan aksesori tambahan.

Ia menggunakan enjin turbo diesel 2.2L TDCI yang menjana output maksimum 160 PS dan 375 Nm tork serta menerima padanan transmisi 6-kelajuan manual yang memberi kuasa kepada keempat-empat rodanya. Ford Ranger ini turut menerima aksesori tambahan seperti:

Bampar keluli yang besar di bahagian hadapan dan belakang

Lampu polis LED

Sistem suspensi dan pengendalian yang ditambah baik

Sistem penapisan bahan api yang dipertingkatkan

Kotak aksesori di bahagian belakang

Siren polis

Kereta ini dilihat sebagai pilihan paling sesuai bagi puak Taliban bagi mengawal Afghanistan yang kini berada di bawah tawanan mereka. Tetapi memandangkan negara itu sedang dalam huru-hara dan pihak Amerika yang sudah menarik diri, bagaimana puak Taliban nak pastikan kenderaan tempur ini dijaga dengan sebaiknya? Susah juga nak dapatkan alat ganti
trap pikap
 keluaran Amerika ini nanti.

Mampukah Ford Ranger ini bertahan seperti Toyota Hilux dan Land Cruiser yang telah terbukti menjadi pilihan utama puak militan di timur tengah atau adakah kesemua Ford Ranger ini bakal terbengkalai? Hanya masa yang boleh boleh menjawab persoalan ini.

Dalam perkembangan berlainan, tahukah anda
Proton Saga
 pernah digunakan sebagai kereta bom di Syria pada tahun 2013 lalu? Ya betul. Kereta Saga yang sarat dengan bom itu dikawal tanpa menggunakan khidmat pemandu sebelum diletupkan menggunakan alat kawalan jarak jauh.


Are You Tired Of Irresponsible Drivers Plaguing Our Roads? Do Something About It

If you’re a regular driver in Malaysia, we’re certain that you have met many colourful characters on the road and some of them have even made your journey very memorable, but for all the wrong reasons.
Selfish road behaviour is not uncommon to us here in Malaysia but often times, we just keep quiet or let it go because we believe that it is a common occurrence here in Malaysia. Look back and think, has any of these incidents ever occurred to you whilst motoring?
The Queue Cutter
The ‘No Signal’ Driver
The Road Rager
The Yellow Light Speedster
Familiar enough? As humerous as these videos are, it paints a good picture of just the type of drivers we meet on our roads. Have you had enough of these sort of drivers?

Allianz Malaysia Bhd is looking to put a stop to such irresponsible drivers with their “Malaysians Against Irresponsible Drivers” (MyAID) campaign that introduces the MyAID app, downloadable from the
Google Play Store
 or
App Store
.
Simply mount your phone on your car’s windscreen and start the app. If you come across any errant driver on the road, simple tap anywhere on your screen and it’ll save the past 30 seconds of any incident. If you’d like to continue recording, tap the record button on the screen. The video can then be saved on the MyAID microsite to shame these irresponsible drivers and make Malaysian roads safer.
For more details, check out the MyAID microsite at
http://www.myaid.my/
.


PSA Group Confirms Bidding For Proton

The back and forth surrounding the bid for a 51 percent stake in Proton has reached a new milestone with PSA Group now confirming that they have submitted an official bid to the local carmaker, according to a report by
Automotive News Europe
.
The report also quotes a PSA spokesperson as saying, "PSA Group made an offer and is willing to go further. We have no additional comment at this stage."
This puts the PSA Group in a potential bidding war with China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, over Proton and its rights over Lotus Cars. Geely is reported to have submitted a bid for Proton as well, but this has yet to be officially acknowledged by official sources. DRB-Hicom Berhad who owns Proton, has yet to officially comment on bids it has received for Proton or on who submitted those bids.
The PSA Group is also
in negotiations
 with General Motors (GM) to acquire the Opel and Vauxhall brands, a move that would see PSA become the second largest car manufacturer in Europe, after Volkswagen. However, the deal with GM should have no bearing over the Proton bid, as both the Opel and Vauxhall brands have limited presence outside Europe.
Automotive News Europe also speculates that the biggest incentive for PSA would be Proton’s underutilised Tanjung Malim plant – which will give the company a solid manufacturing and export base in the Southeast Asian region.
This also corroborates with PSA’s aim to strengthen its vehicle assembly operations in Vietnam. Yesterday, PSA inked a deal with local partner THACO (Truong Haï Auto Corporation), to accelerate the development of their activities in Vietnam by committing local assembly and marketing of two new SUVs to be produced in 2017, by the THACO plant in Chulai (Quang Nam province).
Separately, we had reported earlier, that a twist in proceedings identified Geely as
being firmly interested
 in British sports car specialist, Lotus Cars, as opposed to a controlling stake in Proton.
However, this would conflict a later report, that Geely is
seeking a partnership
 with Proton, with aims to boost its presence in right-hand drive markets, and offered up its small-car technology to sweeten the deal.
Proton is expected to make an announcement on its foreign strategic partner (FPS), and possibly a new owner, within the
first half of this year.


Consumers have apparently embraced chargeable In-car subscription services

In a surprising turn of events, a recent survey has shattered the belief that car buyers are strongly opposed to in-car connected service subscriptions.

According to an article published on carscoops.com, S&P Global Mobility conducted a global consumer study involving nearly 8,000 participants, and the results are eye-opening.

Contrary to common beliefs, 82% of the respondents who experienced a free trial or existing subscription on a 2016 model year or newer vehicle
expressed their willingness to consider obtaining subscription-based services in their future new vehicle purchases
.

This discovery showcases the potential demand for such services once customers have experienced them firsthand.

According to S&P Global Mobility, the key lies in exposing consumers to in-vehicle services, proving that in-vehicle exposure is more effective in driving demand, satisfaction, and retention with these services and brands compared to mere education on subscription programs.

The survey also delved into the likelihood of subscription renewals, and the results are promising. The vast majority of respondents who were exposed to a subscription service, either through a free trial or by opting for it, expressed a strong inclination towards renewing. Furthermore, an overwhelming 85% stated they would recommend these services to their friends.

Certain subscription services and features proved more appealing to consumers than others. Enhanced navigation and driver-assist systems topped the desirability list, along with popular safety features. On the other hand, consumers showed less interest in splurging on subscriptions for commonplace features like heated seats and heated steering wheels, as offered by some manufacturers.

Fewer than 30% of respondents were willing to pay for these features through monthly subscriptions.

S&P Global Mobility's senior technical research analyst, Yanina Mills, believes that consumers are drawn to the idea of subscriptions because they provide access to innovative features and technology they may not have experienced in their previous vehicles.

In conclusion, the survey's findings challenge the notion that in-car connected services face widespread rejection among car buyers. It appears that once customers have a taste of these offerings, they become more open to embracing them in their future driving experiences.

The automotive industry may need to shift its perception and embrace the growing potential of in-car connected services to cater to the evolving demands of modern consumers.


2015 Volvo S60 Facelift Introduced In Malaysia: New Design & Tech From RM222k

Volvo
 Car Malaysia has officially introduced its new 2015
Volvo S60
 sedan. Available in two engine variants, the Swedish looker carries forward all of its powertrain and underpinnings in its 1.6-litre turbocharged T4, and 2.0-litre turbocharged T5, but introduces some of the company’s latest tech developments, and of course, a new look.
Volvo S60 T4: RM221,888 (OTR with insurance)
Volvo S60 T5: RM268,888 (OTR with insurance)
So what’s new?
The most obvious change in the car is of course its new looks; most noticeably at the front. The headlamps, bonnet, front grille and bumper have all been reworked to the same theme of the XC60 facelift we saw not too long ago. The horizontal lines that run across the bonnet are more pronounced, and the treatment has been applied around the rear as well.
Not much has changed inside the cabin of the S60 apart from the addition of a new eight-inch Adaptive Digital Display instrument cluster (only T5) – also something we’ve seen (and liked) on the Volvo V40 and XC60 before.
Many safety systems in the S60 have been upgraded/ improved to Volvo’s latest advancements, but new additions to the model include:
Active High Beam Control (T5 only)
Cross Traffic Alert (T4 & T5)
Road Sign Information (reads traffic signs, for T5 only)
Locally-assembled, the Volvo S60 T4 will carry forward its previous price tag of RM221,888, while the T5 gets an RM7,000 increase over the previous version’s asking.
Engines are status quo for now, with the T4 running a 180hp, 240Nm of torque 1.6-litre turbo petrol, and the T5 packing more of a punch with 240hp and 320Nm of torque from its 2.0-litre turbo petrol four-pot. Both vehicles also feature thhe Ford-derived six-speed Powershift dual-clutch automatic transmission.
A further bodykit can be specified at your local authorised dealership, while Volvo’s five-year warranty, free service and Volvo-On-Call service is already included in the price (T&Cs do apply).


My AutoFest 2016: Proton Suprima Active Concept On Display; new Perdana also teased

Ever imagined rugged off-roader styling cues applied to the
Proton Suprima S
? Proton designers evidently have, and the gestation of their imagination has resulted in the Proton Suprima Active Concept vehicle that is shown to the public for the first time at the My AutoFest 2016 exhibition ongoing at the MINES Convention Centre this weekend.
Mechanically, the display vehicle is a regular Suprima S with its suspension raised and bigger profile tyres. Redesigned rims specific for the concept measures 17 inches in diameter like the regular car, but its tyres have been thickened from 215/45 section Achilles rubber to 215/55 Goodyear Excellence donuts.
Similar to the
Iriz Active Concept
 that debuted last year, the Suprima Active sports orange contrast highlights against its primary dark grey shade. Unpainted plastic claddings all-round serve to give the vehicle an appearance of enhanced ruggedness. The theme of orange contrast highlights continues inside the cabin enhanced with plusher materials, but otherwise unchanged in layout.
Also on display at the
Proton
 booth is a partially unveiled unit of the all-new Perdana exposing only its front and rear corners. The vehicle sports a distinctive shade of red, and visitors will get to see the intricate styling details applied to both its front and rear light clusters. At the rear, we notice a painted bumper diffuser. Earlier preview units we’ve seen had this element unpainted.
No launch date has been confirmed for Proton’s all-new D-segment entry, although
bookings have been collected since February
 this year.


BMW Malaysia Teases 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe Again

First, the propped it up
on their site rather casually
, and now, their teasing us with a picture of it on their social media: yes, the new, facelifted 2015
BMW

6 Series
 Gran Coupe is coming to a “stage” near you, soon.
No new details have been spared still, but we’re quite sure of the car under covers here is the 6 Series Gran Coupe: the daytime running lights on the front bumper are a big giveaway, plus, just look at the sheer length of that car!
BMW doesn’t put the regular 6 Series two-door coupe in showrooms anymore, nor does the existing 6 Series line-up feature it on the shared price lists. It’s only been the four-door 640i and the brand’s most expensive four-door vehicle in Malaysia, the M6 Gran Coupe (RM980k) – and we don’t think too much change is coming either.
Only the BMW i8 (RM1.2m) commands a larger price tag than the M6 Gran Coupe.


Proton Opens Upgraded 3S Center In Bintulu

PROTON Holdings Bhd, part of its ongoing nationwide transformation exercise, has opened its latest upgraded 3S center in Bintulu, Sarawak, to cater to the increasing number of
Proton
 owners in the area.
The refreshed 3S (sales, service, spare parts) center is operated by Supernau Motors Trading Sdn Bhd, which has been an authorized Proton dealer for the past 14 years, serving customers in Bintulu as well as the surrounding areas of Tatau, Sedauh, and Mukah. Currently, there are two Proton Edar outlets in Bintulu, with Supernau’s being the first 3S center in the area.
The facility occupies a 1200 square meter area and had an initial building cost of RM4 million. Comforts include a customer lounge and a meeting room, with Astro channels and free high-speed WiFi connectivity throughout. On the outside, its equipped with four service bays enabling the facility to service up to 30 cars per day. Supernau is rightfully proud of this new center especially after being declared winner of the Proton Edar Best Improved Service Center along with placing 4th on Proton’s Best Service Center for 2013 and 2014.
“PROTON Edar has since started its transformation initiatives by upgrading selected outlets into 3 and 4S centres. The event with our dealer, Supernau today marks the first transformation initiative for East Malaysia. Supernau will cater to the needs of customers in both the residential and industrial areas of Bintulu. The new refreshed facility is another testimony of Proton’s commitment towards our customers,”
said Proton Edar Sdn Bhd’s Chief Executive Officer Norzahid Mohd Zahudi. He then added,
 “Bintulu is currently undergoing significant progress in infrastructure development. Addressing such potential was key in our decision to re-fresh our outlets in this area,”.
Further still, for its Sarawakian customers, Proton is offering a special Chinese New Year promotion package with rebates of up to RM7,988 on selected models. The newly upgraded 3S center can be found at: Lot 4401, Jalan Tun Razak, Tanjung Batu, 97000 Bintulu, Sarawak.
Proton's total network of service outlets now stands at 270 facilities across Malaysia, 16 of which have been upgraded to 4S centers.


Sindiket Kereta Piang/Sakit – Larikan Kereta Sewa, Jual Kepada Orang Lain

Muhammad Nizamuddeen, seorang pengusaha perkhidmatan kereta sewa di Bukit Beruntung telah berdepan detik cemas apabila kereta sewanya,
Perodua Axia
 dilarikan oleh penyewa dari neraka selama 2 minggu sebelum dijumpai di Tanah Merah, Kelantan.

Kisah terbabit telah tular di media sosial dan hasil bantuan orang awam, kedudukan Axia tersebut telah di kesan. Persoalannya, apa yang terjadi pada kereta tersebut sepanjang 2 minggu ia menghilang dari radar? Dari segi luaran, Perodua Axia itu telah diubah suai sedikit. Cerminnya kini
digelapkan
 selain nombor platnya kini lebih
fancy
 dengan bersaiz kecil.

Tapi itu bukan masalah terbesar pada Axia tersebut. Apabila ditemui, kereta itu tidak lagi dipandu oleh penyewa yang sama, sebaliknya ia dipandu oleh seorang lelaki berumur 40 tahun. Lelaki tersebut mendakwa beliau telah membeli kereta tersebut dengan bayaran deposit bernilai RM1,500.

Bila difikirkan semula, macam mana pula kereta tersebut boleh dijual oleh penyewa sedangkan ia bukan di atas namanya? Beli kereta tak
tukar nama
 ke? Menurut ‘pemilik Axia’ berkenaan, dia telah dimaklumkan terlebih dahulu bahawa itu merupakan kereta piang atau kereta sakit dan bersetuju untuk menyambung bayaran ansuran selepas urusan dokumen kenderaan itu diperoleh daripada pihak yang menjual kereta berkenaan.

Apa itu kereta piang atau kereta sakit? Ia merupakan kereta curi yang dijual dengan harga jauh lebih murah. Dulunya, sindiket ini banyak disasarkan pada kereta mewah. Namun kerana kesempitan ekonomi, kini Perodua Axia juga tidak terlepas daripada menjadi mangsa.

Gambar hiasan

Meskipun kereta piang ini mempunyai risiko, namun ia masih mendapat permintaan tinggi disebabkan harga yang tidak masuk akal. Modus operandi sindiket tersebut adalah dengan memujuk pemilik asal kereta yang gagal melunaskan bayaran bulanan supaya menjual kenderaan tersebut kepada mereka.

Pemilik kereta yang tidak mempunyai pilihan terpaksa bersetuju menjual kereta itu bagi mengurangkan kerugian yang dialami walaupun mengetahui bakal berhadapan risiko disenarai hitam oleh pihak bank. Satu perjanjian akan dibuat antara pemilik serta penarik kereta supaya pemilik tidak membuat laporan polis terhadap urusan jual beli tersebut.

Gambar hiasan

Kalau begitu, selamatlah sikit. Tapi anda kena ingat, tak semua sumber kereta piang ni seperti itu. Ada juga yang jual kereta curi seperti Axia sewa ini. Pembeli bersetuju sebab ingatkan pemilik dah buat perjanjian dengan penarik, tapi rupanya ia kereta curi yang dilarikan. Dalam kes seperti ini, pemilik asal seperti pengusaha kereta sewa terbabit pasti akan mencari keretanya dan tidak akan sesekali menukar hak milik kereta tersebut kepada pemilik baharu. Sampai bila nak lari?

Sebab itu anda diingatkan untuk mengelak daripada membeli kereta piang/sakit ini tak kiralah apa jua alasan sekalipun. Urusan jual beli
sambung bayar
 seperti ini tidak diiktiraf bank dan tidak sah disisi undang-undang. Bila pemilik baru dah habis bayar kereta, kereta itu masih di atas nama pemilik asal. Bila-bila masa sahaja pemilik asal boleh tuntut semula kereta. Sia-sia sahaja bayarkan hutang kereta orang.

Menurut Nizamuddeen, Perodua Axia yang dilarikan oleh penyewa itu telah dibawa ke balai untuk siasatan selanjutnya.
Alat pengesan GPS
 pada kereta itu didapati telah dicabut sebelum kereta itu dijual kepada individu lain.

Kesimpulannya, sindiket ini hanya bertahan kerana masih terdapat permintaan tinggi daripada orang ramai terhadap kereta piang ini. Jika tiada permintaan, maka tiadalah bekalan. Yang pastinya, jangan sesekali beli kereta sakit, kereta piang mahupun kereta sambung bayar. Seeloknya, dapatkan kereta terpakai dari Carlist.my.

Untuk pengetahuan anda, kereta terpakai di Carlist yang bertanda
Carlist Qualified
 merupakan kereta terpakai yang berkualiti yang telah diperiksa oleh pakar serta hadir bersama waranti. Yang pastinya, tak ada satu pun kereta terpakai yang diiktiraf sebagai
Carlist Qualified
merupakan kereta banjir atau kereta sambung bayar.


Carlist.my's People's Choice Awards and Editors' Choice Awards 2021

With the year coming to a close, it was the opportune time to reward all the hard work by brands in 2021 with Carlist.my's People's Choice Awards and Editors’ Choice Awards with a night of merriment and glitz.

Among the big winners of the night included Mercedes-Benz Malaysia with 14 awards, UMW Toyota Malaysia with 12 awards, BMW Malaysia with 11 awards, Honda Malaysia with seven awards and Volvo Car Malaysia with six awards.

National car manufacturers Perodua and Proton each went home with five and four awards each.

A total of 36 different categories were awarded during the night.

"We did go a bit more granular this year to better reflect the offerings by each manufacturer as well as the buying habits among consumers. The categories we put together is a reflection of that, factoring in price as well, of course," said Ferdinand Pereira, Head of Content, Carlist.my.

The Japanese contingent of brands had a very good showing of the night with Edaran Tan Chong Motors taking home four awards with the Nissan Serena S-Hybrid the star of the show.

Bermaz Auto swept four awards for Mazda with the Mazda CX-5 coming out tops in the C-Segment SUV (RM100,000 – RM150,000) category.

Subaru Malaysia took home two awards with the Subaru WRX coming out first in the Performance Car (Under RM300k) category.

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia won two awards with the Mitsubishi Xpander taking home the Carsome Editors' Choice Award for Family Car of the Year.

Lexus and Isuzu Malaysia went home with one award respectively with Isuzu taking home the Carsome Editors' Choice Award for Pickup Truck of the Year for the Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain.

Over on the continental side of things, MINI Malaysia swept four awards, winning big with the MINI Cooper S 3-door. Porsche Malaysia took home three awards for the night with the Porsche Panamera, Taycan and 911 all emerging as winners.

"As we look back on 2021, it was important for us at Carlist.my to also award and honour the automotive brands that soldiered on despite the challenges. This was our turn to give back to them for all of their hard work in 2021. We look forward to working with all of them more closely in 2022. Congratulations to all the winners." said KY Gan, Managing Director, Carlist.my.

Not to be left out, Jaguar Land Rover took home three awards, winning with the Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Range Rover with Volkswagen Malaysia also taking home three awards.

Hyundai Malaysia left with three awards, the Grand Starex proving to be a crowd favorite in the People's Choice Awards.

Kia won one award through the Kia Grand Carnival whilst Weststar Maxus and SDAC Ford Malaysia both took home one award apiece.

Congratulations to all the winners and we look forward to 2022!


Get Up Close And Personal With The All-New 2015 Isuzu MU-X At Sunway Pyramid

The
Isuzu
 MU-X will soon be launched in Malaysia with
introductory prices starting at RM152k
 but if you’d like to see the seven-seater SUV in the metal first before putting down an order, fret not because Isuzu Malaysia has organised a roadshow located at the Blue Atrium in Sunway Pyramid from now until June 7, 2015.
(Check out our 2015 Isuzu MU-X Info Hub here)
Currently on display at Sunway Pyramid are two units of the MU-X 2.5L 4x4 (AT) variant. As we’ve
previously reported, two variants will be offered
 here: a 4X4 and 4X2. Both will be powered by a 2.5-litre VGS turbo intercooler diesel engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. Final power output is 136PS and 320Nm of torque.
The MU-X is based on the D-Max pickup truck but undergoes a few changes to adopt a more SUV-like nature. Firstly, the rear suspension has been refitted with a five-link Active Suspension to accommodate the additional structure and third-row seats. Elsewhere, the MU-X receives LED daytime running lights, a rear spoiler, and a muffler cutter to set it apart from its workhorse brethren.
That’s not to say the
Isuzu MU-X
 has lost all of its off-road capability in the pursuit of being an SUV. Fitted in the 4X4 variant is Isuzu’s Terrain Command which allows on-the-fly alternations between 2WD and 4WD.
Inside, the cabin shares a familiar look to the D-Max but is fitted with premium features which include a Blaupunkt infotainment audio system with GPS navigation and rear-view camera, rear DVD monitor, leather seats, automatic climate control, second and third row air-conditioning vents with dedicated fan speed control, and six-way electric driver’s seat.
As for safety features, dual front SRS airbags come as standard, accompanied by full ABS with EBD and BA, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control, and ISOFIX child seat anchors with top tethers for the second row seats.
If the
Isuzu D-Max
 is on your wish list, you’ll be glad to know the mean-looking Diablo variant is also on display at the roadshow. Launched in March 2015, the
menacing pickup can be had in either 2.5- and 3.0-litre variants with prices starting from RM110k
.


No Perodua Myvi Facelift In 2021

If you were on the fence about getting a brand new Myvi but were waiting for the
rumoured Myvi facelift in 2021
 before pulling the trigger, we're here to tell you that there will be no Perodua Myvi facelift in 2021.

Perodua Myvi facelift will be not launched in 2021?

The 3rd-generation Myvi has been
with us since 2017
, placing about around midway an average vehicle life cycle, so it’s reasonable to expect there to be some kind of significant update to Malaysia’s favourite little hatch despite the relative silence from the automaker.

However, in that intervening period, Perodua has grown into a more diverse portfolio. From outfitting the majority of their line-up with class-first active safety features via their
ASA (Advanced Safety Assist)
 suite to launching an all-new SUV alongside a turbocharged engine and CVT gearbox package, they have certainly had their hands full.

Now that their other vehicles have becomes more rounded and feature-complete, it’s high time that the Myvi receives a similar treatment. Then again, 2021 has proved to be an even more frustrating period as a resurgence in COVID-19 infections has meant many industries big and small have been forced to suspend operations for the majority of the year so far.

So Close Yet So Far

A comprehensive Myvi facelift could have definitely been part of Perodua’s plan for 2021, but any ongoing development to endow the B-segment hatch with meaningful improvements to its exterior, interior, and equipment levels would have also ground to a halt.

Common gripes from owners include a noisy, unrefined cabin, but many have also commented on its lack of the newer ASA 3.0 features and the slighty thirstier 4-speed automatic over the more fuel efficient
D-CVT in the Ativa
. These are not trivial changes.

Additionally, a Myvi facelift would also likely be followed up by near-immediate availability at showrooms, though that production ramp-up might not even be possible given the backlog of other Perodua models - the Ativa, mostly - which have been frozen
during the FMCO restrictions
.

By all indications, the upcoming refresh will be a rather major one with nearly every facet of the car receiving some measure of improvement. With that many tasks on hand, it would be extremely difficult for Perodua to deliver on a 2021 launch window without cutting some major corners or placing unreasonably tight deadlines on the project, which might severely impact the quality of the end product.

A Last-Minute Peek?

Realistically, since Perodua is probably well aware of the existing Myvi seeming a little long in the tooth and wanting to bring a newer version to market as soon as possible, we’re looking at a launch window some time in 2022, though how far into next year will largely depend how far along they were into the project before lockdown turned everything sideways.

Assuming they’re not far from a final pre-production version of the Myvi facelift, a preview event could still be held as early as November or December just to show the car to potential buyers and fill those order books up, taking advantage of the ongoing SST exemption that’s been extended to December 31, 2021. Full production and customer deliveries, though, won’t be happening until further into next year.

Prior to early August
launch of the 2021 Iriz
, there was additional pressure on Perodua to fast track the new Myvi in order to pre-emptively extend any lead it could before its closest rival had the chance to close the gap.

Borrowed Time From Proton

After the reveal, though, it doesn’t seem as though the Myvi, even in its current form relatively unchanged since its 2017 debut, needs to worry much about the Proton since it hasn’t made any progress in tackling the Perodua’s unique selling points, chiefly its active safety features.

Proton instead focused on upgrading the infotainment system, cosmetic upgrades, and adding a gimmicky
Iriz Active ‘crossover’ variant
 that apes the Axia Style from 2019. While this is puzzling to most, it does give Perodua some extra time to full flesh out their own work on the Myvi’s 2021 (now 2022) revamp.

Hopefully, the wait will pay off with a Myvi deserving of its best-seller title, flanked by equally impressive stablemates to fend off an advancing frontline from Proton. We should be in for a very interesting 2022 with both local automakers firing on all cylinders. Speaking of which, will the Myvi receive the turbocharged 3-cylinder engine? It’s anybody’s guess.

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Volkswagen To Hold First Ever Instagram-Exclusive Sale on 12.12

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is joining in the celebration of the iconic double 12 shopping carnival with a first-of-its-kind Instagram-exclusive sale.

For one day only (24 hours), 12 units of the Polo with the JOIN accessories package and 12 units of the Beetle with free spoiler and VW Tint will be sold on Volkswagen Malaysia’s Instagram shop (@volkswagenmalaysia) at a special discount of RM12,000. This marks the first time an automotive brand is selling cars on its social media platform in Malaysia.

To enjoy the exclusive deals, customers need to place a booking fee of RM500 for the Polo or RM1,000 for the Beetle on the payment platform via credit card. Once processed, customers will receive a call from a Volkswagen representative for arrangements on their preferred dealership and to complete the registration and delivery of the vehicle.

Erik Winter, Managing Director of VPCM believes that purchasing a car online is now the new norm with the rise of e-commerce platforms. “Volkswagen Malaysia were pioneers in this when we partnered with Lazada to sell the special edition Beetle and Polo during their 12.12 sale the past two years. Both editions sold out almost immediately, and this year, we continue our trailblazing streak as the very first automotive brand in the country to sell products on Instagram. We look forward to making history.”

The sale kicks off at 12:01am and end at 11:59pm this coming 12th December. For more details, follow Volkswagen Malaysia on Instagram at @volkswagenmalaysia.

All Volkswagen models come with 3-years free maintenance, 5-years manufacturer’s warranty and 5-years roadside assistance.


BR Jaya Autohaus Upgraded To Serve Mercedes-Benz Customers Down South

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Sdn Bhd (MBM) and authorised dealer, BR Jaya Sdn Bhd, recently unveiled the newly enhanced Mercedes-Benz BR Jaya Batu Pahat Autohaus (Mercedes-Benz BR Jaya Autohaus) in Johor.
This is the latest addition to MBM’s enhanced dealer network, coming shortly after the launch of the revamped
Asbenz
 Motors Autohaus
, as MBM carries out its commitment to reinvigorate its benchmark of service quality at retail touchpoints nationwide.
The 22,373 sq-ft Mercedes-Benz BR Jaya Autohaus is the first of its kind in Johor, and is able to house 10 showroom vehicles at a time. A full-fledged 3S facility, it is capable of servicing up to 160 vehicles a month.
The Autohaus also provides customers outside of Batu Pahat with a ‘Door to Door Zero Mileage Car Carrier Service’. This personalised approach offers added convenience to customers whose vehicles are collected from their homes and brought to the Mercedes-Benz BR Jaya Service Centre at Batu Pahat via a flatbed truck for servicing or repairs. Upon completion, the vehicles are then delivered personally to the customers’ doorstep once again.
The BR Jaya Batu Pahat Autohaus is fully compliant with the Mercedes-Benz Presentation System II (MPS II), the global Autohaus benchmark of customer experience. The facility is also complete with the new Mercedes-Benz Corporate Identity (CI).
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia President and CEO, Dr Claus Weidner adds, “By nature, we are a brand driven by premium excellence in both our products and after-sales care. This is why we are focused on our mission, with the help of our dealer partners, to take service quality to the next level at our Autohauses nationwide. The dedication and support from our dealer network has greatly contributed to the long-term strength of the Mercedes-Benz brand in Malaysia”.
The project comes as part of a total investment of RM11 million in the southern region, the Mercedes- Benz BR Jaya Autohaus is one of five authorised dealer networks in the southern region. The Mercedes-Benz BR Jaya Batu Pahat Autohaus is located at No 35, 3rd Mile, Jalan Kluang, 83000 Batu Pahat, Johor.
The southern region has been a key contributor to
MBM’s overall success
, enjoying a steady 20 per cent growth in sales for Mercedes-Benz vehicles in 2016.


2022 Volkswagen Passat R-Line Launched -  From RM213k

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia has launched the new 2022 Volkswagen
Passat R-Line
, with more power and more premium features.

The highlights of the 2022 Passat R-Line are:

Increased output of 220 PS and 350 Nm of torque

Harman Kardon 700W audio system

New color option, Scale Silver

The most discernible difference in the 2022
Passat R-Line
 will be the increase in power. Power is bumped up from 190 PS to 220 PS whilst torque sees an increase from 320 Nm to 350 Nm compared to the
Passat Elegance
.

The powertrain remains the same 2.0 TSI turbocharged engine that is paired to a 6-speed DSG with DCC (Dynamic Chassis Control).

On a more audible note, a premium Harman Kardon sound system will definitely provide for a very immersive, high-fidelity audio journey every time you step into the Passat. There are 12-speakers, coupled with a 700W amplifier to make sure your Spotify Top Songs of 2021 continues to provide you aural pleasure as you sit in traffic or cruise on the highways.

The haptic touch air-con, both simple and intuitive to use as found on the
Arteon
, is another advancement on the 2022 Passat R-Line.

Locally assembled in Pekan, Pahang, the 2022 Passat R-Line will come in one unique new color, Scale Silver besides four other color options:
Aquamarine Blue, Manganese Grey, Deep Black and Oryx White. It will be the second model in Malaysia to come with the new Volkswagen logo.

“The Passat is built on a successful combination of class and performance, which makes it the sedan of choice for the sophisticated both globally and locally. We have retained the unique features of the Passat R-Line but fine-tuned its performance so that it becomes an ideal partner for the discerning driver.”

The 2022 Passat R-Line is priced from RM212,938.88 OTR with the current SST exemptions and comes with 3-years free maintenance, 5-years unlimited mileage warranty, and 5-years roadside assistance.


GALLERY: See The BMW 3 Series Evolve Over Six Generations, From 1975 to 2015

Courtesy of
BMW’s
 latest photoshoot session with the new 2015
3 Series
 LCI, they’ve also got together the remaining 3er models, from the first generation E21, to the current-gen F30.
Here’s how the evolution of the benchmark sports sedan has taken shape, from 1975 to this date.
TIP:

The gallery below has images that are laid out to show each angle of the car progress through the six generations. Face to face, grille to grille, interior to interior.
Here's a brief look at the contenders:
1
st
 Generation: E21 (1975)
2
nd
 Generation: E30 (1982)
3
rd
 Generation: E36 (1991)
4
th
 Generation: E46 (1998)
5
th
 Generation: E90 (2005)
6
th
 Generation: F30 (2012)
For more details on the current-gen (6
th
) F30 3 Series LCI, visit these:
2015 BMW 3 Series (F30) Facelift Unveiled In Full Detail: New 3, 4-Cyl Engines Debut
BMW 3 Series Plug-In Hybrid 330e Coming In 2016, Promises 2.1l/100km, 252hp
Looking to buy a specific
3 Series? Shop for one on Carlist.my!


Toyota unveils the All-New 2024 C-HR  - Concept car looks brought to life!

Dynamic performance, hybrid powertrains, and striking design take the C-HR to new heights.

Toyota has officially revealed the exhilarating all-new C-HR SUV, poised to make its grand entrance into markets in the first half of 2024.

With a captivating blend of bold aesthetics, cutting-edge hybrid powertrains, enhanced safety features, connected services, and an immersive driving experience, this next-generation model builds upon the success of its predecessor, elevating its status to a new level of premium appeal.

Sporting a slightly shorter yet wider profile than its predecessor, the new C-HR commands attention with its striking, athletic presence on the road. Its coupe-like silhouette, short overhangs, and impressive alloy wheels (up to 19 inches) further enhance its sporty appeal.

Drawing inspiration from the acclaimed C-HR Prologue Concept, the front end of the new C-HR exudes an alluring charm, representing a fresh and emotive face for Toyota SUVs.

The sophisticated design language of interlocking shapes continues along the vehicle's sides with diamond-cut character lines, while a "concealed tech" approach, featuring flush door handles (a first for Toyota), ensures a seamless aesthetic and optimal aerodynamics.

For now, enthusiasts can choose from three grades - GXL, Koba, and the exciting new top-of-the-range GR Sport. The GR Sport, boasting all-wheel drive (AWD), marks Toyota's first-ever hybrid AWD variant in the C-HR lineup.

With a commanding 197 PS of combined maximum power generated by its 2.0-litre hybrid powertrain, equipped with front and rear electric motors, the GR Sport truly represents the pinnacle of the range.

The 2WD GXL and Koba models, on the other hand, harness the latest generation 1.8-litre hybrid powertrain, offering a significant power increase compared to their predecessors. With a combined maximum power output of 140 PS, the 1.8-litre hybrid powertrain delivers almost 15% more power, enhancing the C-HR's performance capabilities.

Both the fifth-generation hybrid powertrains boast redesigned components, reducing size and weight for improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions. Additionally, the new C-HR introduces numerous eco-friendly initiatives, including a doubled usage of recycled plastics in over 100 different parts, as well as a lightweight panoramic roof design with infra-red reducing coatings, replacing the need for a sunshade and optimizing interior space.

Inside the cabin, the C-HR's premium-quality design invites supreme comfort and advanced technology. Depending on the grade, drivers can enjoy a fully digital instrument cluster, Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a state-of-the-art 12.3-inch multimedia unit with the latest generation infotainment system.

Moreover, the all-new C-HR offers advanced Connected Services functionality, ensuring enhanced customer personalisation, and a range of advanced safety technologies to provide unparalleled peace of mind.


Boleh Ke Guna Air Paip Ganti Coolant Dalam Radiator Kereta?

Antara air paip dan cecair
coolant
, yang mana satu pilihan terbaik untuk diisi dalam
radiator
 kereta?

Beli kereta terpakai berkualiti dengan harga paling jujur berserta jaminan 1 tahun di
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Secara umumnya, radiator berfungsi untuk menyejukkan
enjin
 dan menghalang enjin daripada suhu panas melampau (
overheating
). Radiator tersebut akan diisi dengan cecair penyejuk yang menyerap haba daripada enjin dan memindahkannya ke radiator untuk proses penyejukan.

Kalau zaman dahulu, pemandu kereta sering dinasihatkan untuk menyimpan air di dalam kereta untuk
topup
 air radiator sekiranya kering. Namun zaman dah berubah di mana kereta masa kini hadir dengan
coolant
 tersendiri yang ditambah formula anti-karat.

Persoalannya, boleh ke guna air paip sebagai ganti
coolant
 dalam radiator kereta pada zaman ini?

Boleh Ke Guna Air Paip?

Untuk menjawab persoalan tersebut,
air paip atau air biasa boleh digunakan
 di dalam radiator. Secara amnya, air dan
coolant
 membawa fungsi yang sama sebagai cecair penyejuk yang menyejukkan suhu enjin, jadi ia boleh digunakan.

Walau bagaimanapun,
penggunaan air paip di dalam radiator sangat tidak digalakkan
 kerana air biasa mengandungi pelbagai kelemahan berbanding cecair
coolant
 yang disyorkan.

Kelemahan Guna Air Sebagai Cecair Penyejuk:

Air biasa tidak mempunyai ciri maksimum untuk menyejuk enjin seperti
coolant
.

Air biasa memiliki takat didih rendah, iaitu 100°C dengan kadar pengewapan tinggi menyebabkan air berkurangan jika suhu enjin terlampau tinggi.

Breakdown
sering berlaku ketika terperangkap dalam kesesakan jalan raya atau jika enjin beroperasi terlalu lama.

Radiator mudah berkarat dan berkerak jika digunakan terlalu lama kerana sifat bahan mineral yang terdapat dalam air.

Permukaan dalam radiator terhakis dan boleh menyebabkan kebocoran

Boleh guna air tak bermaksud ia selamat digunakan untuk jangka masa panjang. Oleh itu, seeloknya, gunakan cecair
coolant
 untuk tempoh masa yang disyorkan seperti yang dinyatakan di dalam buku manual kereta.

Kelebihan Menggunakan Coolant:

Memberi perlindungan maksimum kerana direka dengan pelbagai bahan tambahan untuk mengoptimumkan suhu.

Kebiasaannya, coolant mengandungi air suling, bahan antibeku, propilena glikol (
propylene glycol
) dan bahan cegah karat.

Memiliki takat didih lebih tinggi dan takat beku lebih rendah berbanding air biasa.

Menghalang kakisan di saluran radiator yang mana mampu menghalang air berkarat.

Mengurangkan terjadinya endapan yang boleh menjejaskan proses penyejukan.

Walau bagaimanapun, ada mekanik yang mengatakan bahawa boleh sahaja kalau nak guna air biasa untuk menggantikan
coolant
 jika berlaku kecemasan seperti radiator bocor. Namun ia tidak digalakkan untuk untuk penggunaan untuk jangka masa panjang.

Jika ia kerap digunakan, bukan sahaja radiator yang akan berkarat, namun bahagian enjin kereta juga turut akan sama berkarat menyebabkan kereta mudah
overheat
 selain
waterpump
juga

berisiko rosak.

Seeloknya, hubungi sahaja pihak insurans anda dan tunda sahaja kereta tersebut ke bengkel berdekatan untuk dibaiki. Kebiasaannya pihak insurans akan menawarkan khidmat tunda kepada anda sekiranya berlaku sebarang kerosakan atau
breakdown
.

Kesimpulannya, karat akan terjadi dengan kehadiran udara dan air. Untuk mengelakkan radiator kereta anda daripada berkarat dan berkerak, elakkan penggunaan air paip, air
reverse-osmosis
 atau segala jenis air kerana sifat semulajadi air yang akan menyebabkan karat.

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Carsome.my


35 Years Ago, A Group of 27 Year Olds At Honda Upset Their Bosses With This Radical City

"Young man, tell me you are not serious!" That was the reply from Honda’s upper management to the group of young design staff, whose average age was just 27 years old, seeking management approval for their SA-7 concept on one fateful February in 1981.
The young team was sent back to the drawing board again and again, but the youngsters, who were very convinced of their idea to reinvigorate Japan’s slowing car market had banded together and refused to back down.
"I don’t need to see this if nothing has changed," replied the upper management to one Toru Arisawa, then in charge of car advertising in the Head Office Sales Promotion Division.
Seeking Support
The annals of Honda’s archives explained that months earlier, Arisawa had been approached by two designers from Honda’s R&D Centre in Wako, who had travelled to Honda’s then headquarters in Harajuku to plead for Arisawa’s support.
Desperate to shore up support for their cause to prevent Honda’s middle-aged bosses from altering their design into something that’s completely unacceptable to young people, the young designers gambled that by getting someone from Sales to be on their side, they could convince their bosses to approve their original design.
Arisawa agreed to follow the designers back to their high security design studio in Wako, where he was shown a full-scale model of the SA-7. He didn’t need any further convincing after that. He instinctively knew that they have a hit product on hand and promised the designers that he will get this car out into the market.
"I won’t fail you. I’ll come up with something," said Arisawa, who immediately began assembling his team to draft a presentation for the SA-7 to Honda’s upper management. Copies of the drafts are still kept at Honda’s archives (below), a quaint look at how rough ideas got refined in pre-PowerPoint era - sketching using pen and paper.
The Young Loved It, The Old Less So
In his own diplomatic manner, Arisawa pleaded to Honda’s upper management that since the team had been tasked to create a new category of fun, unconventional small car aimed at the young, the management needs to empower the young staff to create a car that they themselves want to own.
"The SA-7 is the product of our young staffers, who have broken with established concepts. We will develop our advertising and promotional activities with presentations befitting such a concept. Please leave it to the young generation to take care of the SA-7," appealed Arisawa.
"Young people tell us they like it. Old people say they don’t. But as long as we have 20 to 30 percent of the young with us, the goals of this car will be met. Please let us go ahead by using the youthful corporate image that Honda is known and respected for," he added.
Finally, a member of the upper management relented and agreed to take responsibility for the project.
"Thank you, sir. You can be sure that I’ll do my best," said a tearful Arisawa.
Buy A Car, Get A Foldable Scooter Thrown In - Literally
Launched in November 1981 as the Honda City (despite the similar name, it has no relation to the City sedan that we know today), the little 1.2-litre hatchback was sold with the ingenious Motocompo scooter, which can be folded to fit into the City’s boot.
The fact that the car came with a foldable scooter in the boot became an endless conversation topic among Japanese buyers.
As Viral As The ‘80s Can Get
Arisawa certainly didn’t disappoint, for he sold more than just a car. His sales promotion campaign ended up becoming something of a social phenomenon when he gambled to recruit British ska band Madness, which was a hit in Britain in the ‘80s but was largely unheard of in Japan, to star in the City’s TV commercial.
In a quirky ‘80s era Japanese way, the City's TV commercial’s ‘Honda, Honda, Honda’ jingle and the signature ‘centipede’ dance took a life on its own and became a social phenomenon when it was imitated on a popular Japanese TV show. Soon, the dance was imitated at parties across the country. Think of it as an ‘80s Japan equivalent to the Harlem Shake.
Watch And Learn, Says The Student To The Teacher
In 1982, Honda turbocharged the City’s 1.2-litre engine to create the City Turbo variant. One year later, the City made way for the Turbo II, also known as the ‘Bulldog’ due to its flared wheel arches.
There’s even a City R Manhattan Sound variant which offers a 'Bodysonic’ sound system that transmits sound vibrations through the seats.
One year later, a cabriolet variant was added. The cabriolet variant also had an interesting story to tell.
Having very little experience in convertibles apart from the earlier Soichiro Honda-era S360 and S660, Honda had contracted famed Italian design house Pininfarina to design the City Convertible.
Despite their famous Italian pedigree and association with Ferrari, Pininfarina’s work didn’t impress Honda. The earlier prototype had a soft-top that was still too tall when folded, protruding high enough to obstruct the driver’s rear view (lower left image, without flared wheel arches).
In an odd case of the student teaching the teacher, Honda’s supposedly less experienced team decided that if this was what famous Italian designers can come up with, certainly they can do a better job themselves. They tore apart Pininfarina’s design and rebuilt the convertible City themselves. Their own design was able to fold lower, and was built on the sportier City Turbo II ‘Bulldog’ body.
Yoshikazu Kigoshi was the one who replaced Pininfarina’s unimpressive design. He would later take that experience to develop the foldable targa top CR-X del Sol, and was subsequently promoted to head Honda’s Automobile Design Studio.
Honda’s archives records that over 150,000 units of the City were sold within two years of its introduction.
After the 1986 second generation model, which sort of lost the charisma of the original City, the City was discontinued and its name would lay dormant until 1996, when the City name was revived for a completely unrelated Honda sedan aimed at developing markets. Based on an older EF generation Civic’s platform, the City sedan was launched in Thailand, followed by Malaysia and other Asian markets.
One of the key members of the original City sedan project was Yoichiro Ueno, who was based on Honda’s Asia Pacific office in Bangkok at that time, before he promoted to become the CEO of Honda Malaysia. Ueno was credited for Honda’s success in overtaking Toyota on the Malaysian new car sales charts, despite not having any commercial vehicles in Honda’s portfolio – the only Honda distributor in the world to achieve this.
Ueno currently heads Honda's automobile business in India.
Empowering The Young Is In Honda’s DNA
Many years later, Honda would once again entrust another twenty-something to design a new car to ignite Japan’s stagnating car market, where a combination ultra-efficient public transport and expensive parking have made Japanese youths to lose interest in cars.
In 2011, the then 22-year old Ryo Mukumoto answered Honda’s invitation for proposals for a product to commemorate Honda’s 50
th
 anniversary. Mukumoto’s idea for a new generation S660 was selected and in an unprecedented move, Honda decided that since it was his idea, Mukumoto, a modeler without an engineering degree will be assigned to the position of Large Project Leader - the most powerful position for any new product development project at Honda typically only given to chief engineers.
Like the original City’s development team, the S660’s team comprised of young people, this time with an average age of just 30 years old. Within just five months of its introduction in 2015, Honda’s 12-month allocation for the Japanese-market only S660 was already sold out. Sadly, it remains a forbidden fruit for the rest of us outside of Japan. Last year, we were honoured to be given the opportunity to
interview Mukumoto
.
“One thing I never say is, ‘Young people nowadays…’ After all, the same thing was said about me when I was young. The younger generation are naturally more advanced. Although I have reached the age of having to think of the landing of my life, a person gets a better feeling when he is pulling back on the control stick to lift the airplane. What I am trying to do is to help younger people fly safely. So my message to young people is this: ‘Have your own purpose in life, hold your control stick and fly high,’”
 Soichiro Honda, 1973, at age 65.


Is This Perodua’s Next MPV?

According to several
Indonesian sites
, this odd looking MPV is the Toyota Calya, a seven-seater MPV that is based on the Toyota Agya, whose Daihatsu-badged twin the Daihatsu Ayla is also sold in Malaysia as the Perodua Axia.

Far from being a replacement for the Myvi-based Perodua Alza, Indonesian site
Kompas Otomotif
 claims that this all-new Ayla/Axia-based MPV will sit below the Toyota Avanza.

Just like the Toyota Avanza (Daihatsu Xenia) and Toyota Agya (Daihatsu Ayla, Perodua Axia), the Calya will also be sold by both Toyota and Daihatsu brands.

Will it be coming to Malaysia?

That’s a bit hard to say. Assuming that reports from the Indonesian press are a reliable indicator, the so-called Calya MPV is aimed at the Datsun Go+, which is a very basic, low-cost MPV that is powered by a tiny 1.2-litre engine.

The Go+’s cabin is very spartan and its compliance to UN safety regulations (not yet fully adopted by Indonesia) is doubtful – Global NCAP has repeatedly sounded Nissan for selling low-cost cars with sub-standard safety features to developing markets.

To comply with Indonesia's Low Cost Green Cars (LCGC) requirements, the Cayla's engine capacity is likely to be limited to 1.2-litre, but there is no reason to doubt that a larger 1.5-litre unit cannot be made available for other markets like Malaysia.

Putting aside compliance to our stricter UN-standard regulations, if the Calya is anything like the Go+ it is doubtful that it will meet the expectations of Malaysian customers, many of whom reckon that the Alza is as basic as what’s acceptable for a budget family MPV.

Still, Perodua’s recently constructed second plant has raised the company’s total production capacity to 350,000 units per annum (according to Perodua’s corporate website).

The company sells around 210,000 cars per year, with negligible export volume. The remaining 140,000-plus units in unutilised capacity suggests that Perodua is preparing for another mass-market, high volume product.

The much rumoured
Perodua Sedan
 is almost certain to arrive sometime between late-2016 and early-2017 but it’s not realistic to expect that one model to sell in six digit numbers so unless Perodua is confident of raising its exports significantly, there might be a faint possibility of a sub-Alza model in the pipeline.

Image credit:
Otomania
 and
Auto Bild Indonesia
.


Cheeky And Clever: Showcasing Some Of The Greatest Volkswagen Advertisements

Now, we’re sure many of you may have seen this incident where a
Volkswagen Polo

plowed into the rear of a Proton Waja police cruiser
 (don’t worry, no one got hurt) before it soldiers on and KEEPS ON GOING.
Shortly after the incident,
Volkswagen Malaysia
 conincidentally posted this cheeky advertisement on their Facebook page, which we also coincidentally found to be a great example of great coincidental timing.
This got us to thinking, what were some of the greatest advertisements that Volkswagen has done over the years?
Delving deep in, we went on a hunt to find some of the most interesting, clever, funny, or exciting advertisements that has made Volkswagen one of the most recognised car brands in the world. Let’s not forget their models as well, which commands a pretty huge following.
Let’s begin with print ads which go back a long way in Volkswagen’s history as you’ll soon find out:
Volkswagen Moon Landing
To commemorate the first-ever moon landing in 1969, this Volkswagen ad compared the cars of its time like the Beetle and Karmann Ghia to the Apollo 11 Lunar Module. While some people might pass off those cars as “ugly” back in those days, Volkswagen had the snappiest comeback for those haters.
It was incredibly simple: Just an image of the Lunar Module, no image of any products, and just a simple line – It’s ugly, but it gets you there.
Volkswagen Beetle “Beatles Abbey Road”
This one’s for fans of The Beatles. Their eleventh studio album, Abbey Road featured hits such as
Something
 and
Come Together
, but also had one of the most iconic album artworks ever.
As you can see, it had John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr walking on a zebra crossing just outside EMI Studios in Abbey Road. However, look closer just beside Harrison (in blue) and you’ll spot a white Volkswagen Beetle. Over the years, that stretch of road has been a tourism hotspot with many flocking over to recreate the iconic shot.
Volkswagen also saw fit to recreate the shot as well and this was the result which featured four Bugs crossing the same road with the same white classic Love Bug at the back. No need for many words either, Simply title it:
The Beetles
. Classic.
Volkswagen Safety Campaigns
Already fitting their vehicles with impressive safety packages, Volkswagen shifted their attention to promote more vigilant drivers on the road. This is just one of them, that showed how relatively insignificant amounts of speed can still result in the most horrific of accidents.
Over time, the direction has shifted but the message of road safety has never waned. Texting while driving? Eager to send that emoji while driving? This could be the result.
For our younger audiences, here’s something relatable – taking a selfie while driving, a terrible decision to make.

From print ads, let’s move on to videos where there is no shortage of wonderful Volkswagen ads. From pop culture references to stimulating experiences, this are some of the impressive video ads that Volkswagen has ever produced.
The Force
Aired before the Super Bowl in 2011, this advertisement has remained as one of the most shared Super Bowl ad of all-time (as of 30 Jan 2015).
In the video, we see young little boy dressed up as a pint-sized Darth Vader going around the house, attempting to use the Force on various things including an exercise bicycle, washing machine, baby doll, sandwich, and even his own dog.
After being disappointed repeatedly for failing to move these items using the Force like the Sith Lord from the movies, he soon hears his father pulling into the driveway in a 2012
Volkswagen Passat
. He rushes out and ignores his father’s embrace, extending his hands again to use the Force on the sedan and surprisingly, the car starts seemingly on its own. Unbeknownst to the boy, the Passat was started thanks to its remote start system operated by his father.
The boy is just left stunned, believing he actually has the Force within him. Innocent, sweet, and charming, while exhibiting the latest features on their D-segment sedan at the time, this ad was a massive success for Volkswagen, obtaining much critical acclaim.
Stay In Safe Hands
A parent’s love knows no bounds and they will do their absolute best to make sure their child remains safe and protected as long as they can do so.
Which is what we see in this ad, a protective father welcoming his daughter with his wife into their lives. As the video progresses, we see the daughter go through the various phases of her life, with her father always there to make sure she is safe and protected during all of them.
Finally, when it’s time for him to send her daughter off, he surprises her with a
Volkswagen Polo
, ensuring that she “stays in safe hands”.
Volkswagen GTI
Three letters, a lasting icon. For seven generations of the
Volkswagen Golf
 GTI, the focus has always been on performance and electrifying every sense in your body when you get behind the wheel. For the Golf GTI 35 Edition, this ad sums up an exhilarating ride experience only a Golf GTI can provide.
On the funnier side of things, this short ad is also capable of explaining one of the best features of the Golf GTI, its powerful acceleration. Not a lot of explanation needed here, just a little girl and her ice cream meeting a Golf GTI and a lot of power on tap.
(Take a test drive of a Volkswagen here
)
So there you have it, these are just some of the Volkswagen advertisements which we picked out to exhibit the best qualities of the German car maker. We’re sure there are dozens more which appeal to you in its own unique way so why not share them with us in the comments section.