One of this year’s TAS2009 highlights have got to be the Mugen NSX RR. The name boldly suggest a lighter, more powerful and the most extreme factory NSX to date. Out goes the 3litre V6 and in goes a supercharged, accord 2.4 V6 bolted to a 6 speed manual. Read the rest of this entry »
STI introduced one of their newest concepts, the WRX STI Concept C for all-out nearly stripped performance graduating from the Version 9 WRX RA-R. Moving on: More Coverage from Andy Goh who’s currently absorbing the last of the Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 as we post this. We’ll also be saying goodbye TAS 2009 in a few moments as they approach night.
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Nissan recently launched a faster version of its beloved GTR and it’s creating all the hype that the original one did when it was launched. Thanks to the guys over at GTRBlog and AutoBlog, we are bringing to you more information, live pictures and a video on the GTR V-Spec or Spec-V, whichever one you like. Read the rest of this entry »
Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 took off today and our man Andy Goh is in Tokyo to capture all the excitement. Tokyo Auto Salon is known to be the biggest automotive tuning show in Asia and is the most anticipated as it’s where all the legendary and not so legendary tuners congregate to show off their finest. It’s a huge event so much so that one day is not enough to cover it – I’ll hand it to Andy now, he doesn’t say much, he would rather let his pictures do the talking. Read the rest of this entry »
Honda Malaysia cordially invites car enthusiasts in Klang Valley, Penang, Ipoh and Johor Bahru to get up close with the All-New City at roadshows beginning 14th January at the following dates and venues:
The All-New City has been very well received since its launch in December 2008. The new model has received bookings of more than 4,500 units 3 weeks after its launch.
Many are attracted to its advanced dynamic stylish design that is particularly tempting. Coupled with new i-VTEC engine that promises both performance and fuel efficiency, the All-New City is certainly worthy of a second look.
Hence we are inviting everyone to join us at the roadshows to get acquainted with the All-New City, ideal for those who seek substance with style. There will be Honda merchandises waiting to be given away.
| Date | Date |
| 1 Utama, Damansara | 14 Jan – 18 Jan 09 |
| Queensbay Mall, Penang | 13 Feb – 15 Feb 09 |
| Sutera Mall, JB | 20 Feb – 22 Feb 09 |
| Kinta City, Ipoh | 24 Feb – 1 Mar 09 |
| Mid Valley City, KL | 25 Feb – 1 Mar 09 |
During the roadshows, qualified Honda personnel will be ready to assist visitors with information and assistance on available accessories, parts and services, while taking bookings on the spot. Read the rest of this entry »
We have heard of an upcoming Sportback variant of the new Lancer but the wait for it to actually be released is the hardest part. But as always there are spy shots and renderings to keep the imagination flowing. What you see above is an apparent spy shot of the upcoming Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback testing in Michigan, USA. Read the rest of this entry »
Zerotohundred.com – Remus: Konichiwa, Good afternoon Suzuki-san and Inoe-san, Thank you for having us here at Adenau Garage for this exclusive interview and viewing of the masked GTR35 test car. Suzuki-san, We all know you as the driver that did 7 minutes 38 seconds 54 milliseconds at Nurburgring in the masked GTR35.
Please introduce yourself and share with us on how you became involved in the development of the GTR35.
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Suzuki-san: I’m from Saitama Prefecture. I have been racing for many years now. I started off with Karting, in my younger days I’ve won the All-Japan Kart Championships two times.
In 1991, I raced in the 24 Hours of Daytona and finished 1st. In 1993, I participated in the Formula 1 for Team Larrousse.
After that I’ve raced in many various national championships such as the Japanese Formula 3000 Championship (now known as Formula Nippon), Japanese Touring Car Championship (JTCC) and The Super GT Series (JGTC).
I have also participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. I have now retired from competition racing.
In my career I have raced the GTR32, 33 and the 34. Since I’m very familiar on how the GTR behaves, my expertise is needed in the R&D of the new GTR, for this reason I was chosen to be in the R&D team as their test driver for the development of the GTR35. Read the rest of this entry »
New details have emerged on the eagerly anticipated hot hatch from Ingolstadt and according to Auto Express, the upcoming Audi S1 has its sights dead set on the MINI Cooper JCW, Fiat 500 Abarth SS, Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA and the Volvo C30. Read the rest of this entry »
Despite halting production on some of its top models, Honda will be displaying a formidable line-up at the annual Tokyo Auto Salon which kicks off this Sunday. The two headliners are the Sports Modulo S2000 shown above and other Fit concepts. Read the rest of this entry »
With the coupe, cabrio, targa and turbo variants of the latest Porsche 911 already out on the road, Zuffenhausen is preparing similar updates for its flyweight road rocket, the GT3 RS.The new GT3 RS was snapped in the French mountains were it was testing alongside the current model. Read the rest of this entry »
