Gorgeous Kia Forte Koup ‘R’ for Canadian market only
March 20, 2010
The Kia Forte is already a pretty looking car, but the Koup is even better. We may never get the Koup here in Malaysia but dealers in Canada are certainly rewarding Kia customers with an even prettier ‘R’ package with styling and performance accessories. Read more
Honda Malaysia: Malaysian models not affected by recall
March 17, 2010
Petaling Jaya, 17 March 2010 – Honda Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. clarifies that the recent recall related to possible defective vehicle stability assist (VSA) in Odyssey and Element 2007 YM and 2008 YM, does not concern units sold in Malaysia.
The recall was issued due to the lack of VSA modulator air tightness in the affected models. Possible reaction that could arise from this condition involves air suction into the modulator circuit, where air would gradually remain in the brake circuit. In more severe condition, the brake pedal free play would increase gradually, and braking distance would become longer. Read more
Lexus to introduce harder and faster LF-A to be called the ‘Nurburgring’
March 16, 2010
It was only a matter of time before this happened, it has long been rumoured that Lexus will be offering several variations of its LF-A supercar and this is the first to be released, a lightweight, stripped, harder and faster LF-A (as if the standard LF-A wasn’t fast already but I guess there’s no such thing as fast enough).
According to reports, the new LF-A will be called the Nurburgring edition – paying homage to the legendary track where the LF-A cut its proverbial teeth. The new LF-A is said to benefit from a large, fixed rear wing, a splitter up front, a stiffer and more adjustable suspension, lightweight alloys, and an increase of 10hp likely derived from a revised exhaust system. Read more
Subaru’s version of the FT-86 to drop AWD laout
March 16, 2010
Toyota has already revealed the FT-86 while Subaru’s own version of the very same car still remains nothing but words, spy shots and rumours. And it continues with reports about development costs of the Subaru coupe that apparently have sky-rocketed to unbearable limits. To counter this, Subaru is purported to be dropping it’s legendary all-wheel-drive layout. If this turns out to be true, then the difference between the FT-86 and the Subaru Coupe will be limited to aesthetics only. Read more
Honda Malaysia Introduces New CR-V
March 15, 2010
Honda Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. has unveiled the new CR-V with a refreshing makeover. Designed for drivers with urban active lifestyles, males and females alike, the new CR-V has been meticulously upgraded to reveal the fun and functions of a sport utility vehicle. Read more
Nissan GT-R Racer Unveiled in Official FIA GT1 Launch in Paris
March 6, 2010
The presence of the all-conquering Nissan GT-R in numerous race series around the world continues with two teams – Sumo Power GT and Swiss Racing Team – unveiling their FIA GT1-spec Nissan GT-R race cars in final livery at a press conference held at the Automobile Club de France in Paris during the launch of the 2010 FIA GT1 World Championship. Read more
UMW Toyota Launches New Puchong Jaya Service Center Facility To Cater To Puchong And Neighboring Areas
March 5, 2010
Puchong, 05 March 2010 – UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd today announced the official opening of its new Puchong Jaya service centre, further expanding the company’s after-sales service in the Klang Valley.
With a total investment of RM24 million, the new Puchong Jaya service centre occupies a total built-up space of 12,140 square meters. The centre, equipped with the latest facilities to accommodate 40 service bays and 52 after-sales staff members, has a total capacity to service a total of 145 cars per day. Read more
Lexus GS-F To Get LFA’s V10 Engine To Take On BMW M5 and Merc E63 AMG
February 27, 2010
The competition in the super luxury saloon segment is about to heat up as Lexus plans its entry into the segment with a GS powered by the LFA’s V10 engine. Lexus’ take-over of the performance wars won’t just stop there as the Japanese luxury car maker is also planning a new SC model aimed at the likes of the Mercedes SL.
The new SC could make its debut in mid-2014 but the current car will cease production this July, that leave a four-year gap between old and new model but the new SC will be made all the more tempting than the current one thanks to a hybrid system that integrates a 5-liter V8 engine with an electric motor that drives the rear wheels only. Read more
Honda Malaysia Set To Introduce The Freed Compact MPV Soon !!
February 25, 2010
Honda Malaysia Sdn Bhd is set to introduce a new addition to an already impressive local vehicle line-up. Set to make an appearance early in the second quarter of the year, the Honda Freed – a premium compact multipurpose vehicle, – will, according to Honda Malaysia, make it’s debut into an unrivalled market segment, initiated by Honda Malaysia to fulfill the market’s demand for more refined and urban compact MPVs.
The Freed will be imported from Indonesia and Honda highlights that the Freed will be made distinguishable from other local MPV’s by its unparalleled features that include an automatic sliding door and a flat-floor walk-through cabin among others. Read more
The GTR Saga Continues: Mine’s R34 GTR vs Some of The Fastest R35’s in Japan
February 23, 2010
The GTR saga continues and this time it’s the tuner wars from the latest Hot Version Dvd. The legendary Mine’s R34 GTR takes on some of the fastest R35’s in Japan. Check out the video to see how a old-school proper driving machine fares against modern electronic ‘Zillas. And let the comments continue. Read more
