tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-543337957766643552024-02-20T16:08:33.716+08:00For Wheels....Dr. Max's other "clinical" assessments and diagnoses!For Wheelshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12356927723993429813noreply@blogger.comBlogger488125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-39559313498186198462012-07-11T00:34:00.000+08:002012-07-11T00:46:06.130+08:002012 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport VGT<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Mention the name "Pajero" and Mitsubishi's Paris-Dakar Rally involvement in the yesteryears comes to mind. Tagged with "Sport" suffix one would expect this full-sized SUV to live up to tarmac-scorching likes of the V6 or V8s 4WD of modern times.<br />
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Truth be told, this isn't the real deal Pajero. As you would have known, this is actually a hatchback-bodied 7-seater SUV based on the Triton's ladder-frame chassis. Nothing wrong with this actually, since in Thailand this variant just command a slight premium in pricing over the truck sibling. Here in Malaysia, the truth is telling and baffling - with the SUV-cum-7-seater docket prices plus its associated taxes and tariffs.<br />
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Mitsubishi has actually done very well with the body-on-ladder-frame bolt-on and suspension tuning on the Pajero Sport. The 3 days spent with the tester had me impressed how little "rippling" motions the Pajero Sport exhibited over a variety of road surfaces, bumps, braking-and-acceleration, as well as lateral forces while on-the-go. </div>
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Ride comfort is a little stiff but not uncomfortable, so is the stiff handling around corners. The truck-bedded version tracks around bends a bit more neutrally. Perhaps it's the curb weight of over 2-tonne bogging down the Pajero Sport's agility a few notches.</div>
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Cabin comfort is up to the mark - with leather seats, lighter beige-grey two tones and the chromed-rimmed meter-clusters looks better and that little bit more upmarket. The Kenwood-Garmin GPS though is dim-witted with latent satellite tracking and frequent errors or dropped out in routing. This SUV truck passed with flying colours lugging seven and some luggage on our road-trip up to Penang. However, the powertrain does not like to be rushed. More often than not, there is still that laggard feeling upon initial take-off and overtaking-after-a-slowdown, despite the rather promising Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) boosted output of 178 ps and 350 Nm. Should you want that little bit more rush or quicker dash up a gradient, you just have to downshift a gear or two with those magnesium-alloy flappy paddles!</div>
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Brakes are just adequate mostly but should you want to drive quicker or if you carry full load, you might wanna plan your braking point earlier. NVH is mostly good for this truck based SUV - at highway speed it makes for a quiet cruise despite those huge semi off-road tyres.</div>
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All in all, the Pajero Sport makes a good case for those looking for a "budget" full-sized turbodiesel SUV, despite its few little flaws here and there. It looks handsome enough just like its truck sibling, though a tad narrowly-thin profiled with a rather tip-toed stance when viewed straight-on from behind. As an urban-SUV it makes a compelling highlights for space, comfort and practicality while it can go for that occassional off-roading should you need or want to take your family along.</div>
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There is this often heard saying of old wine in a new bottle. Also, such old wine may have been aged longer to perfection to blend in better with the new storage vessel.</div>
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Such may be the case of the long-serving Campro 1.6L petrol engine from Proton - powering the Gen-2, Satria and Persona. Now BOLD-ened with a low-pressure turbocharger and mated to a CVT transmission, plonked into this latest Exora variant.</div>
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Although no longer new in the market, the Exora Turbo (as it is known in Thailand) still serves up quite a few tricks up its sleeve. One being more cavernous/versatile than the ubiquitous Perodua Alza. Second, it is now packed with a more grunty 205 Nm of twist to things.</div>
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In this age of downsizing with turbocharging, Proton seems to have done the right thing by going the way of CFE (Charged Fuel Efficiency) along with a more efficient CVT tranny. However, direct fuel injection is discreetly absent although the 4-pot sounded clattery, much like a DFI unit on idling. Also mysteriously absent in its upgrade is the timing chain for the cam-shaft drive and the omission of CPS, variable valve timing.<br />
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Fuel consumption figures don't mean much to me usually since I often just top-up when the low-fuel light comes on. More so when I am using my UK-spec sports coupe that calculate insane figures like 16.2 mpg!</div>
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However, imagine the contrasting shock I got when I hopped into my missus' Golf 6 GTI which displayed an average fuel consumption figure like 4.5 km/l - for a short distance (about 3km) crazily traffic-lighted "stroll" from my residence to the clinic. A same distance in the eco-hydrid Toyota Prius c will return some 10.2 km/l. Admittedly, both worst fuel efficiency figures for two cars from opposite ends of compact hatchbacks spectrum.</div>
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This of course makes me a believer of the "full" hybrid concept that Toyota embraces which encompasses Atkinson-cycle combustion with series-parallel application of a more "powerful"-electric-motor-plus-petrol engine combo. For the record, the best fuel consumption figure obtained for the Prius c is some 22 km/l.</div>
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I'm a converted half-believer though. That's because such petrol-hybrid - being a halfway house to full EV mobility in the next decade - are best in urban and suburban slow and/or congested traffic conditions. In any situations where you can cruise past 50 km/h the electric motor won't be able to assist most of the time (unless you happen to be coasting downhill). At speeds above 80 km/h the petrol burning 4-pot lump goes out of its most fuel-efficient zone. This is what I've gathered and inferred from the excellently displayed drive data on the dash of the Prius c.</div>
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It is interesting to note that Toyota has mixed-and-matched something like six different texture of plastics on the dashboard, all of them of the hard-surfaced varieties. A bit of an overkill really, judging by the fact that the dash design is actually quite neo-futristic, ergonomic and different from the boring Vios and especially, Altis varieties.</div>
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I was also pleasantly surprised to find out that there are actually 7-airbags in total for a sub-RM100k hatch in Malaysia. No doubt there is that usual-whine of "only drum brakes" adorning the rear axle but there is an array of acronyms related to braking and stability (hence safety) like the obligatory ABS, EBD, traction control (TCS) and even VSC. Heck! there is even cruise control feature as standard. Some of the other things missing which I can think of is the electrochromatic rear-view mirror and leather-wrapped grip on the steering wheel, which incidentally cannot be used on another Toyota with regular behind-the-sterring instrument clusters/dials. Hmmm...</div>
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The Prius c had to be one of the lightest footed torsion-beam axle equipped vehicle I have driven thus far. It hops on (and off) road surface irregularities very easily and the tyres are screaming for grip should you flog the little hatch more spiritedly around bends. Perhaps it's the low rolling resistance green Bridgestone rubbers. You also get the slippery ice-skating feeling when the road gets wet while the electric power-steering don't help much to the overall road-holding feedback or the lack thereof. But in all, I have gotten used to it just after a couple of days and you will know how and when to tread carefully.</div>
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Typical of most Toyota automobiles, the Prius c does not escape from the punity of smallish/short/shallow unsupportive seats which you would curse upon should you decide to do interstate jaunts. I guess we must pay premium Ringgit for a Lexus if you want better chairs which are more Conti-like in support and comfiness. Having said that, the rear legroom somehow feels better (more generous) than the premium Lexus CT200h!</div>
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In summary, I couldn't complain if had bought the Pruis c as a city/urban runabout. Its revised 2nd gen Prius 1.5L petrol-and-electric-motors are still relevant and ably serving for econo-hybrid motoring. I have even nudged the 175 km/h mark with a little power reserve to spare. Returning the tester to UMWT, the little bright metallic orange (yes it isn't solid paint) partial-EV had clocked some 400 km with about 277km worth of dinosaur-fossil juice left in its small 36 litres fuel tank. </div>
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So the press kit mentioning of the 'c' suffix to the latest Prius family meaning Compact, Clean, Clever and City isn't all bull. Especially the first and most accurately, final word.</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Sepang - </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The lifestyle, the driving
pleasure, the Porsche experience – it was all uncovered at the launch of the
new Porsche 911 Carrera and 911 Carrera S - codenamed s991 - that took place on 17th February 2012
at the Sepang International Circuit. This new iconic sports car was unveiled by
Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the official Porsche importer in Malaysia.
The momentous occasion marked the arrival of the seventh generation of the 911
was witnessed by Porsche customers, friends and media alike.<br />
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Guests were also entertained with a myriad of showcases on previous
generations of the classic sports car, other models and highlights of recent
events such as the Porsche Circuit Training Session 2012. Arnt Bayer, Chief
Executive Officer of SDAP, greeted the crowd and gave an enthusiastic speech to
start the event stating that 911 is the icon of Porsche, this is the heart and
soul of our brand, this is an indication that we will continue to focus on our
sports cars, with more upcoming motorsports events here at Sepang that will
showcase our sports cars’ performance. The event was further accentuated with
the extravagant arrival of the new 911 Carrera S, driven out by Christer
Ekberg, Managing Director of Porsche Asia Pacific.<br />
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One of the highlights of the launch was the lucky draw that picked 50 lucky
winners for the chance to ride in the new 911. The Taxi Ride, as it was called,
gave chances for guests to experience exhilarating joyrides in the 911 Carrera
S. Another exciting highlight was the specially arranged 911 GT3 Cup Car, where
20 lucky guests were chosen to ride a lap each around the circuit with Melvin
Moh, one of the young and upcoming drivers in the Malaysian motorsports. He
raced successfully in numerous Formula series as well as the Famous Malaysia
Merdeka Endurance Race. <br />
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The atmosphere of the event was one of pure excitement and prestige, in
concurrence with the launch of one of the most sophisticated and
technologically-advanced sports car in its age – the new 911 Carrera and 911
Carrera S. <br />
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The new 991 - C2 and C2S - offers up to 16 percent lower fuel consumption and emissions combined
with greater everyday practicality, courtesy of its all-new lightweight body,
further drive-train efficiencies and new suspension systems. Due to premiere on
Malaysian grounds on the 17th February 2012, the new 911 raises the driving
dynamics bar yet another notch with completely revamped suspension featuring
numerous redeveloped components. <br />
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The wheelbase is now longer, and combined with wider track width at the front,
it gives way to a more sure-footed tracking and roll stability at high longitudinal
and cornering speeds. The innovative aluminium steel lightweight body, combined
with a raft of new components and functions, benefits efficiency and driving
dynamics in equal measure. With an overall length of just 4.5 metres and an
unchanged maximum width of approximately 1.8 metres, the new 911 remains as the
most compact sports car in its class.<br />
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The stylistic evolution of the 911’s design is distinct from every angle.
Viewed from the side, new styling, larger alloy wheels and the more protuberant
windscreen endows the 911 with an even jauntier, more coupe-like character. To
augment the new exterior, Porsche designers created an interior architecture
which takes its cue from the Porsche Carrera GT. The driver is integrated more
closely with the cockpit, made possible by the centre console that rises up to
the front with the high-mounted gear lever or gear selector located close to
the steering wheel in typical motorsport fashion. The classic and established
Porsche touches, such as the five round instruments with the centrally located
rev counter and the ignition lock to the left of the steering wheel are also
found in the new model.<br />
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All Coupés get by with significantly less than 10 litres of fuel per 100
kilometres. Fuel consumption and emissions are up to 16 percent lower compared
with its predecessor. The Carrera with the new 350 hp, 3.4-litre boxer engine
and optional Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) consume a mere 8.2 litres
per 100 kilometres based on the NEDC – 1.6 l/100 km less than its predecessor.
Also, at 194 g/km CO2, it is the first Porsche sports car to make it below the
200 g/km mark. <br />
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With the Carrera S as well, with its 3.8-litre boxer engine and what is now 400
hp, fuel consumption when paired with the optional PDK is reduced by 14 percent
or 1.5 l/100 km to 8.7 l/100 km despite 15 hp (11 kW) more power. That equates
to CO2 emissions of 205 g/km. <br />
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Direct injection in the engine is now provided by multi-hole injectors, which
accomplishes smooth running and matchless power by improving mixture formation.
Through new aluminium camshaft positioners, the weight of each engine has been
reduced by about one kilogram and the possible maximum engine speed was raised
to 7,800 rpm. All in all, the new 911 engine is up to 16 percent more economical
and up to 15 hp more powerful than that of its predecessor.<br />
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The prices of the new models will be communicated shortly. They will include a
4-year free maintenance and warranty program with market-specific equipment. </span></div>
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Unbelievable right? I know. At RM430,000 for the base Carrera 3.4 it is quite a steal - but this figure is actually *before all tariffs (import, excise and sales taxes) applicable in Malaysia. Sime-Darby Auto Performance (SDAP), the official distributor of Porsche locally will communicate on the final pricing later to all Porschephiles. My guess is that the Carrera and Carrera S will be to be in the region of RM800k to RM900k.<br />
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In the meantime, we were taken on a demo lap at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) last night and it was awesome the way Porsche's new PDCC - Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control - took care of fast corners around the Malaysian F1 circuit. Debuting for the first time in a 911 series, it is actually active anti-roll bars working on both axles in conjuction with Torque Vectoring Plus working on the rear - resulting in the new 911 tracking corners proverbally like it was rails! Cool.<br />
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Hyundai Veloster earned the title of “Best Economy Car” in Bloomberg’s recent
“Best Drives of 2011.” The Veloster is an innovative compact coupe that
features ground-breaking design, with a unique third door for easy rear-seat
access, Hyundai’s Blue Link® telematics system, Pandora® internet radio with
seven-inch touch-screen display and a new 1.6-liter direct-injected
four-cylinder engine that can be mated to either Hyundai’s first EcoShift™
dual-clutch transmission or a six-speed manual transmission. The Veloster is
also one of four Hyundai vehicles that achieve 40 mpg on the highway, along
with the Accent, Elantra and Sonata Hybrid.</span></div>
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annual roundup of the year’s best vehicles compiled by Bloomberg, Veloster drew
praise from the editors for “amenities like touch-screen navigation, automatic
everything, Bluetooth and a rear-view camera.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">“Hyundai has four
models which hit the 40 mpg mark, only one a hybrid. That’s progress for the
people,” said Jason Harper, Bloomberg’s auto critic. “Most of us want a
nice-driving, good-looking automobile that won’t sledgehammer us into debt.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">Joining the
Veloster as “Best Drives of 2011” are the Range Rover Evoque, the Lamborghini
Aventador, the BMW 1 Series M Coupe and the Overall 2011 Winner, the Audi A7.</span></div>
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Here are some initial, undisguised pictures of the all-new Porsche 911, codenamed 991 for model year 2012.
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Indications are that the base-model Carrera will be powered by a marginally downsized 3.4L boxer-6 (from current 3.6L) pushing about 350hp, while the Carrera S will sport a 3.8L lump good for some 400hp. To be carried over will be the 7-speed PDK dual-clutch auto tranny, while the manual will get an uprated, extra-cogged 7-speeder.
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The most distinctive change from the outgoing 997 series - noticeable from these initial pics - is the rear clam shell engine cover (hood), altering this iconic sports coupe' butt perspective quite a fair bit, along with more-squinting LED rear lights cluster. Meanwhile, the almost 100mm increase in wheelbase doesn't seem to make a lumbering dolphin of the 2012 Porsche 911 - which is reported to enable a hybrid drivetrain and battery pack to be accommodated in this new 991 series of Porsche's most identifiable, iconic shape for the last five decades and still counting...
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Expect the right-hand drive version of the all-new Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S to be in Malaysia by perhaps Q3 2012.
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<br />drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-20918481955325474062011-08-02T15:41:00.009+08:002011-08-02T17:57:13.354+08:002011 Naza-Kia Forte 2.0 tested<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0zy6lmX4vfx0IyKaylTIt5dwReCkZCW63z_auyIUdX93AaOdil67VbUdnkZolplRXD48MVWOE0gRCCzhRW-e70z0KBE0NQW0XGrzlLqEqG2Z492pFGH65V01UWSBtIItbIaiVxlxspA/s1600/DSC_0887.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0zy6lmX4vfx0IyKaylTIt5dwReCkZCW63z_auyIUdX93AaOdil67VbUdnkZolplRXD48MVWOE0gRCCzhRW-e70z0KBE0NQW0XGrzlLqEqG2Z492pFGH65V01UWSBtIItbIaiVxlxspA/s400/DSC_0887.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636161296028433762" border="0" /></a><br />It has often been published that the Koreans are in a - vastly improved - league of their own with their newer generation automobiles for this new decade. Cheap (in relative terms, of course) doesn't mean nasty and low rent anymore. While some may loath at the very sight of a Korean automotive badge, there is no denying that the prime example that you see above has a lot more to offer under its sleeve. Especially in its upgraded form which has been available in our Malaysian market since early this year (2011).<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3sQNUlytw59HW_tYEeDLL78CHhBGmm33NcAi4A2zZUegzzfxtJGVWKb6ylSekrLUqhzKF394x9CqU6nf83IM3JK200GgddvGCMqn0bpgW6bw28jCLCkq5swwiAlZlEMtp3EMwqdgNQ/s1600/DSC_0894.JPG"><br /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3odZIZWT102MN7usl1_iXWqvh_O3hj9KdnMk9uDzSiMGw7R2qE9svApdH447AJ54fOjnDA3Ph12SeRdckS8w7djcrhLmQrkOJdxi0-3ndq9vyKuvI6ghNiRzMiynEX3rgSTVT6TU60g/s1600/DSC_0888.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3odZIZWT102MN7usl1_iXWqvh_O3hj9KdnMk9uDzSiMGw7R2qE9svApdH447AJ54fOjnDA3Ph12SeRdckS8w7djcrhLmQrkOJdxi0-3ndq9vyKuvI6ghNiRzMiynEX3rgSTVT6TU60g/s400/DSC_0888.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636161298760414130" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIZNF1C_YmEURBr4Ds-8t2cQggUqx_mOZwTDzsrJRQBFEDPhyyO9RUbpWSCtPgwOKD-fcvWYSYb4tTGmB4MN6ix9UsX8OayS7E0dxg2oXtqDQL1SWn8SsVVAdZ1ZcY8zSWfsFHjQhgrA/s1600/DSC_0893.JPG"><br /></a>I could still vividly remember how much likeable the Forte 1.6 EX/SX was in 2010 when I reviewed these lesser versions. Even the larger capacity 2.0SX paled quite miserably with its lifeless steering with a bubble-gummy feel just off-centre, being an electric-powered assisted rack. In the meantime, the 4-speed A/T was not geared to appreciably harness the added flexibility of a 2.0L lump.<br /><br />Fast forward to the 2011 Forte 2.0 - with 6A/T - these bugbears are gone, especially the synthetic-feel steering. In fact, it's well weighted and tied down now, though a tad "artificially coloured" it may seem but heck, it's a vast improvement. It even hints you of that "Zoom Zoom" feedback or that premium "The Power of Dreams" feel.<br /><br />At highway speed, tracking corners seem more brilliant with the suspension just nicely damped with incisive suspension rebound i.e. taut body control. No wallow, no pitching. Acceptable body roll should you gun it into bends. High speed stability around its tested Vmax of 200km/h was let's say, comforting, cosseting and confident. Wind noise and road noise level remained impressive for its class at that 'lofty' velocity as well.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTORsagFYIuj1uiTJhIGC1Yp4CWQzyTVjhQ2RKh1h__VYjpR0mhJHWJTd9XTbD46woMYjZURcwYda-Z7Um4JH5QA70nb0_vNP12rukatKVj5Aa81xBdeyquipJMaWnIC8GzXZfbO1ScA/s1600/DSC_0895.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTORsagFYIuj1uiTJhIGC1Yp4CWQzyTVjhQ2RKh1h__VYjpR0mhJHWJTd9XTbD46woMYjZURcwYda-Z7Um4JH5QA70nb0_vNP12rukatKVj5Aa81xBdeyquipJMaWnIC8GzXZfbO1ScA/s400/DSC_0895.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636167626507811634" border="0" /></a><br />Tractability going about in town or suburb traffic is much improved with the new 6-speeder while the implanted rear-view camera display proved more than just a gimmick. Though the display image was a wee bit constrained by the height of the central rear-view mirror dimension, it worked perfectly well for all the reversed parking I managed to execute.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIZNF1C_YmEURBr4Ds-8t2cQggUqx_mOZwTDzsrJRQBFEDPhyyO9RUbpWSCtPgwOKD-fcvWYSYb4tTGmB4MN6ix9UsX8OayS7E0dxg2oXtqDQL1SWn8SsVVAdZ1ZcY8zSWfsFHjQhgrA/s1600/DSC_0893.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIZNF1C_YmEURBr4Ds-8t2cQggUqx_mOZwTDzsrJRQBFEDPhyyO9RUbpWSCtPgwOKD-fcvWYSYb4tTGmB4MN6ix9UsX8OayS7E0dxg2oXtqDQL1SWn8SsVVAdZ1ZcY8zSWfsFHjQhgrA/s400/DSC_0893.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636167623977154658" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3sQNUlytw59HW_tYEeDLL78CHhBGmm33NcAi4A2zZUegzzfxtJGVWKb6ylSekrLUqhzKF394x9CqU6nf83IM3JK200GgddvGCMqn0bpgW6bw28jCLCkq5swwiAlZlEMtp3EMwqdgNQ/s1600/DSC_0894.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW3sQNUlytw59HW_tYEeDLL78CHhBGmm33NcAi4A2zZUegzzfxtJGVWKb6ylSekrLUqhzKF394x9CqU6nf83IM3JK200GgddvGCMqn0bpgW6bw28jCLCkq5swwiAlZlEMtp3EMwqdgNQ/s400/DSC_0894.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636167622473215970" border="0" /></a><br />However, all isn't rosy from this Korean camp C-segment offspring. For one, I fail to understand why there is the lack of external boot release handle/rubber-strip switch at the rear - usually recessed in the rear number plate upper frame/garnish. You simply must press the button on the remote fob, how so inconvenient for a key/fob-less entry enabled car! Or you must tug the boot release lever on the floor carpet below and to the right of the driver's seat. The other sore (eye) point is why their generic-looking engine cover(s) do not seem to greet you "Annyeonghaseyo" as friendly the others say "Konichiwa" or "Guten Tag", just to name a couple of established examples.<br /><br />I do have to apologise for not observing its fuel economy (trip computer was displaying 12.0l to 13.0l/100km mostly!). In the new Forte 2.0, most of the time I was having fun stretching its legs on almost every trip out in this "budget" 2.0-litre sedan, which is convincingly far from looking, feeling or driving budget-y in nature.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8eMc0R0NGxEN55RAFcxO1LuKLZAqV2SZuRvFfhWluxh6WZAR0OrMoE1SKNecNL-mmxo9HJiROXVhBBr1ZEY8ii2m2SStB4UeV3N1DY1L0opBvcGMftFM41hE0j6q8iwrRD7haqyLrTw/s1600/DSC_0897.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8eMc0R0NGxEN55RAFcxO1LuKLZAqV2SZuRvFfhWluxh6WZAR0OrMoE1SKNecNL-mmxo9HJiROXVhBBr1ZEY8ii2m2SStB4UeV3N1DY1L0opBvcGMftFM41hE0j6q8iwrRD7haqyLrTw/s400/DSC_0897.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636167628128411330" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjunJSrhw1ZkjYpkfJFAm1vOfTonKqdk49sWYL01IB3_ACMaFQJoPoVDp43PXo18PcHmg-Sv0nx91gJn4_p8YWV3A6HhlGxPqxG275Be_mIxKMO1vmyp90yPnhF28yBcbK-JmbaOwb3-A/s1600/DSC_0890.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjunJSrhw1ZkjYpkfJFAm1vOfTonKqdk49sWYL01IB3_ACMaFQJoPoVDp43PXo18PcHmg-Sv0nx91gJn4_p8YWV3A6HhlGxPqxG275Be_mIxKMO1vmyp90yPnhF28yBcbK-JmbaOwb3-A/s400/DSC_0890.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636161304132144354" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaAW8IXjWXYJo7l6VpCyXKmPNpGFIQInjAF4TgpzPLV_ZqMKvdNsAb9SeNGxLt-o7QwOONpMY1gCDl1rtJ1yT_ECcq3twvg_tL16H7O_okkmvQ6kDD6MPnY3ks4pAkA_F9BTQE8lBhA/s1600/DSC_0889.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaAW8IXjWXYJo7l6VpCyXKmPNpGFIQInjAF4TgpzPLV_ZqMKvdNsAb9SeNGxLt-o7QwOONpMY1gCDl1rtJ1yT_ECcq3twvg_tL16H7O_okkmvQ6kDD6MPnY3ks4pAkA_F9BTQE8lBhA/s400/DSC_0889.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636161302678609282" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_X2EqZcZyc9_to4jwe6uW9usuTYH4mgTNIG1rB06Vbnlc8AIbGvcPUwd1GzrxBUUGgXxM5ArdvKdYIj14q-Al0lIPrQZwaMU8oU2TVqQAzMRTZBVMLR_bue3zRc7QJyFMp7LE76fv0w/s1600/DSC_0891.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_X2EqZcZyc9_to4jwe6uW9usuTYH4mgTNIG1rB06Vbnlc8AIbGvcPUwd1GzrxBUUGgXxM5ArdvKdYIj14q-Al0lIPrQZwaMU8oU2TVqQAzMRTZBVMLR_bue3zRc7QJyFMp7LE76fv0w/s400/DSC_0891.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636161309826468946" border="0" /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-37613465742029249642011-07-06T19:06:00.011+08:002011-07-06T20:43:21.291+08:00Peugeot 308 Turbo retested (6-speed)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOBWgqEDmCrUpaCMSvrImB7UXjfMJNz936XMg3F_4F6pEHEU04p6C_xskTpW6nOAqvnORpwdFO5LjmMsjulxvWuTwA2R3uQubKBSPtEFvjhmy_i7H1elb5wn5bWaYzl-ZJgsEPX9ihA/s1600/DSC_0907.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOBWgqEDmCrUpaCMSvrImB7UXjfMJNz936XMg3F_4F6pEHEU04p6C_xskTpW6nOAqvnORpwdFO5LjmMsjulxvWuTwA2R3uQubKBSPtEFvjhmy_i7H1elb5wn5bWaYzl-ZJgsEPX9ihA/s400/DSC_0907.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626195128018910514" border="0" /></a><br />Time flies. I could still recall that I was somehow smitten by an early version of this Pug 308 turbo some two years ago. Though it had only 4-speed auto, the road holding and handling were sweet, albeit ride was a little firm. The value-for-money buy (at RM112k) had even gone on to handsomely win the 2009 Car of the Year title from New Straits Times (NST) .<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0DhCPcPY2vm0E1XXxFey__ZaSjmCRIandkwY8dbyb0VhyK2oCMM0MqkonZi-2zA2HeCU_82RNaD5jUyNl3JqGdlOPKfkaGPf89y8fIHziTIWc9iCe2B6I7kzo0-TOZLu_0mDMxNKuxA/s1600/DSC_0901.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0DhCPcPY2vm0E1XXxFey__ZaSjmCRIandkwY8dbyb0VhyK2oCMM0MqkonZi-2zA2HeCU_82RNaD5jUyNl3JqGdlOPKfkaGPf89y8fIHziTIWc9iCe2B6I7kzo0-TOZLu_0mDMxNKuxA/s400/DSC_0901.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626194797043900658" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOv4wHzt_DsufUFMPJbSLUug5uUiK0kJEhQBxoFirqLI9X4QgwVH19iNY9L47rQr3jqcJMmQMb-DSRibmF4SXBDPQ1-PNF8Oba_XStNgqUlkodrNICFNx-3XAMMsFXYbvnehkhiuxeQ/s1600/DSC_0903.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOv4wHzt_DsufUFMPJbSLUug5uUiK0kJEhQBxoFirqLI9X4QgwVH19iNY9L47rQr3jqcJMmQMb-DSRibmF4SXBDPQ1-PNF8Oba_XStNgqUlkodrNICFNx-3XAMMsFXYbvnehkhiuxeQ/s400/DSC_0903.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626194800607165330" border="0" /></a><br />All manufacturers improvise on their cars as years go by. The 'new' 308 turbo is no exception. The sampler that you see in white here has gained a Japanese slush 'box good for six forward ratios. All for the better, lower emissions and more importantly, better fuel economy. Admittedly, it is very smooth on the go now and the car tested licked 190 km/h with ease and the twin-scrolled blower found in this 1.6 engine is quite the lag-free deal, in the vein of BMW turbocharging these days . After all, it is a J-V offspring from BMW-Peugeot union.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6TEFrxb6RcJoGssdG0dhWHOmWKJDQAqnny928WG26I_FYNLhJXzWGiqHWmSLwXfTgsdceYGNln3wZi7N_8XKvK0udlHkdD5onibs7zwcX-lNZVWUlL-K6C4qz8x8Q-g8GnoNNzs4Izg/s1600/DSC_0906.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6TEFrxb6RcJoGssdG0dhWHOmWKJDQAqnny928WG26I_FYNLhJXzWGiqHWmSLwXfTgsdceYGNln3wZi7N_8XKvK0udlHkdD5onibs7zwcX-lNZVWUlL-K6C4qz8x8Q-g8GnoNNzs4Izg/s400/DSC_0906.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626209686935358370" border="0" /></a><br /><br />However, in its quest for a more fancy panoramic roof (read: heavy), this Pug seems to have a more jello-wobbly suspension setting now, perhaps to offset the added higher mass, suspended above. This warm hatch now rolls, pitch and get busily wobbly with almost every bit of your steering input. Grip levels from those pricey Conti rubbers are still admirably good. Even the rack itself is overtly sensitive, even with input just that wee-bit off-centre.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAQTHtLUs0EJ94lofRsUyEH4c3TDbv8sNat_Lmrst4f7oztg-Ca2K4CrCVIZ00hRx7L1VRtbH22O2u8rioLEX6R4BYxQv1MkP_q_5bAhk8yDWRiXHitB6IvL6dNTHyZDU9mHGsBRyzg/s1600/DSC_0899.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAQTHtLUs0EJ94lofRsUyEH4c3TDbv8sNat_Lmrst4f7oztg-Ca2K4CrCVIZ00hRx7L1VRtbH22O2u8rioLEX6R4BYxQv1MkP_q_5bAhk8yDWRiXHitB6IvL6dNTHyZDU9mHGsBRyzg/s400/DSC_0899.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626210101224499266" border="0" /></a><br /><br />In short, somehow, the whole package just don't gel. Not anymore. Not when even the driver gets carsick easily. And what's with the noisy A/C blower at full blast and neither hot-nor-cold mostly, climate control? Maybe I am being a bit harsh here with the steeply rake huge front windscreen and glass panoramic roof being untinted yet, in a new car. But it gets uncomfortably hot easily in this 308 with the A/C being stuffy or overwhelmingly noisy most of the time.<br /><br />Hey, where's the nice good 'ol white face meters? The new "mono-chromed" amber on black is just cheaper-looking and a bore to look at. A lame attempt to mimic BMW items if that was the true intention.<br /><br />After a few days with it, I have to admit that the latest 308 turbo isn't as desirable as before, not in this latest guise anyway. But it cannot be denied that the sticker price of RM118k is indeed still very tempting against the similarly-classed (RM156k) VW Golf 1.4 TSI. Such is the reality. A cheaper and slightly smaller VW Polo perhaps...anyone?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOv4wHzt_DsufUFMPJbSLUug5uUiK0kJEhQBxoFirqLI9X4QgwVH19iNY9L47rQr3jqcJMmQMb-DSRibmF4SXBDPQ1-PNF8Oba_XStNgqUlkodrNICFNx-3XAMMsFXYbvnehkhiuxeQ/s1600/DSC_0903.JPG"><br /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY8wMNosgrl57x5PZunpg_dF4Kg9VSNBwLZOB3_Ct8xs3UMulBTHO3jjT5-IFcaXjlV9jJCiDVq4UqE2-dyttgnXxsFS5AxpR2yY1iHZxHYlU_aczFm2m74hFfc7fhmCEXXvi-7fNZjg/s1600/DSC_0900.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY8wMNosgrl57x5PZunpg_dF4Kg9VSNBwLZOB3_Ct8xs3UMulBTHO3jjT5-IFcaXjlV9jJCiDVq4UqE2-dyttgnXxsFS5AxpR2yY1iHZxHYlU_aczFm2m74hFfc7fhmCEXXvi-7fNZjg/s400/DSC_0900.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626210103500046722" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2aYFs26zDP2f2foo0U-CP6pBNDlQplU-Uj-UG_Hce-kpY9xVz_s8zzvB508a-MrauvcNxWwm2UU1mjA9k8yeNKxHvwe2-GK1pag292ZGUmo5fbrY8EfbgMbQm0rXogUkt2VRczLIHZQ/s1600/DSC_0898.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2aYFs26zDP2f2foo0U-CP6pBNDlQplU-Uj-UG_Hce-kpY9xVz_s8zzvB508a-MrauvcNxWwm2UU1mjA9k8yeNKxHvwe2-GK1pag292ZGUmo5fbrY8EfbgMbQm0rXogUkt2VRczLIHZQ/s400/DSC_0898.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626210104710007586" border="0" /></a><br />You may be compare this article with this:<br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://for-wheels.blogspot.com/2009/09/peugeot-308-5-door-test-part-deux-turbo.html">Peugeot 308 Turbo tested (2009)<br /><br /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-35615228034835199192011-06-05T22:08:00.005+08:002011-06-05T22:22:51.899+08:00Sharp looking 2012 BMW 1-series to herald a new design language for F30 3-series?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtyZbqdmuV5yylgUsRmESpJp910l0JzUVCvGavrzwgRYLm4sXiP-W6jWcCGAQFPh-aRTphc9oS1BD6kyY7nYRf92Lh9ny_y-olTA7SX0d1KZ99OVpn0RQKez1tRoEqhdjqrcn1QGkvfw/s1600/2012-BMW-1-er_01.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtyZbqdmuV5yylgUsRmESpJp910l0JzUVCvGavrzwgRYLm4sXiP-W6jWcCGAQFPh-aRTphc9oS1BD6kyY7nYRf92Lh9ny_y-olTA7SX0d1KZ99OVpn0RQKez1tRoEqhdjqrcn1QGkvfw/s400/2012-BMW-1-er_01.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5614738035558046738" border="0" /></a><br />From the looks of it, BMW is on a roll again...after the sleek but understated F10...and now this...the all-new F20!<br />Bring on the 120d Sports soon BMW Malaysia!drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-90305688576627248252011-05-23T19:51:00.024+08:002011-05-24T18:09:54.681+08:00Peugeot RCZ crosses the RM200k mark in Malaysia!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpy8HIavSQj9lYDXECMg9d3QpkH6JNMIG3GVh8OAnTdNdpMhU_rSb0aN-69AEFM0u0lllWD9To0L5asrup5rGMM0l0uEH3czkb9vmQWQ30XmihGYAOCCTt0U26ESM5_Rc10onH_oKMgA/s1600/DSC_0682.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpy8HIavSQj9lYDXECMg9d3QpkH6JNMIG3GVh8OAnTdNdpMhU_rSb0aN-69AEFM0u0lllWD9To0L5asrup5rGMM0l0uEH3czkb9vmQWQ30XmihGYAOCCTt0U26ESM5_Rc10onH_oKMgA/s400/DSC_0682.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610218111363759010" border="0" /></a><br />Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official importer and distributor for Peugeot vehicles in Malaysia has launched the absolutely modern, bubbly, compact-and-curvaceous RCZ 2+2 coupe recently. Two variants sporting different state of tune and transmission are available.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">Powered by the all-familiar 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged powerplant found in the Peugeot 308, 3008 and 5008 the 6-speed auto RCZ gets the standard combo of maximum power output of 156 bhp + 240Nm of torque. The Pearlescent White car that you see above a gets a stick shifter good for 6-forward ratios transmitting 200 bhp and 275 Nm to the front wheels. All from the same 4-pot 1.6L - albeit charged to a higher boost via a visibly larger intercooler up front - sitting just behind the bumper and a couple of seriously more robust-looking turbo hoses in the engine bay!<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimkKZXGyPgi4hoPREDdiYIiOK7cnuy96mGAOm7dT3P9d2wb6ZgEpUvlGAI2TXNtHN_tRSDe-ssdZdLG0HyNgQLh_6VuzzsIEHWurh0eLxZ-mLD_S4hcMVr-0mPZV3Dkgjhu4wdvAMuHg/s1600/DSC_0680.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimkKZXGyPgi4hoPREDdiYIiOK7cnuy96mGAOm7dT3P9d2wb6ZgEpUvlGAI2TXNtHN_tRSDe-ssdZdLG0HyNgQLh_6VuzzsIEHWurh0eLxZ-mLD_S4hcMVr-0mPZV3Dkgjhu4wdvAMuHg/s400/DSC_0680.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609881186116006546" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3zLLMMD0QCfEp2FrUTzKfb54934nCPn8iywAViDd9qBMiMDuvZMQ4Up3u4vmIAHhF_bw-P_JnfAmnmBGQVSkprnteS2ASxukzI4JXvXr2Wt_tyGOhDHC_-4o5zlnwiuZ0eIg9mZtveA/s1600/DSC_0679.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3zLLMMD0QCfEp2FrUTzKfb54934nCPn8iywAViDd9qBMiMDuvZMQ4Up3u4vmIAHhF_bw-P_JnfAmnmBGQVSkprnteS2ASxukzI4JXvXr2Wt_tyGOhDHC_-4o5zlnwiuZ0eIg9mZtveA/s400/DSC_0679.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609881174062358898" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">The manual RCZ also has larger disc brakes all around, larger alloy wheels (18") and stiffer springs to cope with the added grunt. Incidentally, the manual RCZ has a sportier (read: bassier) exhaust note to complement its higher performance positioning in the RCZ hierarchy.<br /><br />Adding to visual enhancements as well as sporty performance are the double-bubble roof (which desperately needs dark tinting in our super-sunny and hot climate) and the active rear spoiler that deploys to two-stage at different higher speeds.<br /><br />The in-car entertainment aspect is taken care of by a JBL hi-fi incorporating an amplifier punching 240 watts through 6-speakers. Also on offer are Bluetooth connectivity and auxiliary audio input capability.<br /></div><br />For added safety, there is an active pyrotechnic bonnet system (at the front wing, just above and a little behind the wheel arch which "explodes" and propels forward during a forceful collision, acting somewhat like an external "airbag" to cushion and prevent intrusion of the front bulkhead into the driver's/passenger cabin.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGrd7y95SwxabkiT7fGFn-EjYm_xSdBCiEw5OvPZtmWJBFWLxuQKTkxkfqlF3OfEGcGMdIlmbrhRMJlCq6UOJByUdPH0jmdhEll1msftjSj1mU_y6TJtfFm827Of-qtgpb0zrR21lYzQ/s1600/DSC_0683.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGrd7y95SwxabkiT7fGFn-EjYm_xSdBCiEw5OvPZtmWJBFWLxuQKTkxkfqlF3OfEGcGMdIlmbrhRMJlCq6UOJByUdPH0jmdhEll1msftjSj1mU_y6TJtfFm827Of-qtgpb0zrR21lYzQ/s400/DSC_0683.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609883259773428418" border="0" /> </a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtc8nxkQIho_tKrPfw4unlQUwTZV2srL-CqRXiJaH14lSwFCBGsHNsue9e4gQl5ll6gzYefV-VuwxhC2nURd0Tyn2EwaVIwk1ovnpbI7IyHwfYdG0jqm6xeFvTcNGjm6U3821TvNmlA/s1600/DSC_0675.JPG"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsTUKOtnS5CnYftRy02PX7tUwyIhQdfuN0hG3GKnxw5Gk7G6UkHvcwEnqLJBZ6RAjWLL3NQ4CCQ_GfrhH8v-2y8b4rjsY0PpxEsleoMOyb1lUN9iFohJAekx4WCrxzM0Pgu-3bt4-22g/s400/DSC_0662.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609879106179664066" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfex9r2waIBjeHQOUqsY7ddSypdkLvUvIdGbZs5JBC7DEUZkyxTsQYrTtCB7LKZjWXIdmCU9V1Cecj7mKw7uRsNfiEj_Y_pqPm7MSmRuQTXGT30RdNLXD3RIrSoyn0VdzisI0H-PQiYw/s1600/DSC_0670.JPG"><br /></a><div style="text-align: justify;">The RCZ coupe is fully imported (CBU) from Magna Steyr's plant in Graz, Austria and retails for RM218,888 for the 6-speed auto version, while the 6-speed manual is priced at RM223,888.<br /><span style="font-style: italic;">For Wheels</span> was told at the launch that some at 35 units were already called for, out of which the majority were manual versions, in a surprising reversal of trend for the Malaysian car-crazy-but-automatic-loving motorists.<br /></div><br />Nasim hopes to deliver some 100 to 150 units of RCZ for the remaining months of 2011.<br />Wither the grey-imported used (reconditioned) Audi TT coupe?<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2qqtL8URc7FCk1EZ__SjSU6ooOMw96jEemVtfYQDpsn-m548HxfEulDwuP8apfghDB8rkPXdSBaWrCmMeoF3Y0W_J83_HcU3H2dxoytkw2vG7luDoXZh3oJoomR1AecTHPNsWBosexg/s1600/DSC_0684.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2qqtL8URc7FCk1EZ__SjSU6ooOMw96jEemVtfYQDpsn-m548HxfEulDwuP8apfghDB8rkPXdSBaWrCmMeoF3Y0W_J83_HcU3H2dxoytkw2vG7luDoXZh3oJoomR1AecTHPNsWBosexg/s400/DSC_0684.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5609883267507191330" border="0" /></a><br />*<span style="font-style: italic;">some pictures taken by Janus Mun</span>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-29675053861153169302011-04-13T08:22:00.004+08:002011-04-13T08:32:59.898+08:002011 Hyundai Elantra Makes WARD'S 10 Best Interiors List<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0spSo3z0Divu1nYyPYlylG9Dyzk4iHAUQVn9Q9Ig02a8lqGcw1YDa32lkojKLX5-rAs1q30PbF9y0IuKSRF7FAsG8Il9LgjxV8BpXDB0noZ0xCMhA-Zgd8uih_N-FmInEJOe7fCFPCQ/s1600/2011+Elantra+interior.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-ansi-language:#0400; mso-fareast-language:#0400; mso-bidi-language:#0400;} </style> <![endif]--> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The all-new <span style="text-decoration: underline;">2011 Hyundai Elantra (Avante)</span> with its modern design and numerous luxury features, was named to <a href="http://wardsauto.com/home/10_best_interiors_110407/"><i style="">Ward’s 10 Best Interiors</i></a> list. This honour further demonstrates that a car achieving 40 mpg standard highway fuel economy is not only practicable but fashionable as well. In one of the most competitive years for the award, <i style="">Ward’s</i> editors evaluated 51 vehicles that were all-new or featured significantly upgraded interiors. This year’s <i style="">10 Best Interiors</i> list represents a broad cross section of the industry, from utility vehicles and minivans to small cars and high-end premium sedans.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >“Proving economy cars ‘ain’t what they used to be,’ the Hyundai Elantra Limited delivers enough flair to suggest the South Korean automaker is finding its own unique interior design language,” said Drew Winter, editor-in-chief, <i style="">Ward’s AutoWorld</i>. “The instrument panel of the Elantra displays a curvaceous sensuality, with a belt drawn tightly around the climate controls; the center console then widens as it flows down to the gear shifter.”</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The 2011 Elantra represents a modern approach to the traditional compact sedan segment featuring a sleek style, advanced safety features, “class above” interior volume and standard 40 mpg highway fuel economy. Inside the Elantra, customers find Hyundai’s expertise in interior packaging, lighting, leading-edge design and craftsmanship. This approach is visible in the clarity of the instruments and the tilt and telescopic steering wheel. The seats help fuel economy and the environment, being made of lightweight, environmentally friendly foam. Heated seats are available in the front and the rear, a segment first.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >“The sophisticated interior of the Elantra is designed to bring new life to the compact car segment combined with the ultimate in functionality for the driver,” said Chris Zarlenga, design manger, Hyundai America Technical Center. “Being named to <i style="">Ward’s 10 Best Interiors</i>, alongside vehicles like the Audi A8 and BMW X3 xDrive35i, shows that compact cars can provide an engaging experience as well.”</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >Ward’s editors picked the winning interiors using the same methodology employed for the annual <i style="">Ward’s 10 Best Engines</i> program. Scoresheets are completed for each vehicle driven based on materials, ergonomics, safety, the human-machine interface, comfort, fit-and-finish, overall value and aesthetics. Following the evaluation, <i style="">Ward’s</i> editors have extensive discussions to determine the winners.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;" >The <i style="">Ward’s 10 Best Interiors</i> competition takes the place of the Interior of the Year program that dates back well before 2005, when <i style="">Ward’s</i> acquired the Auto Interiors Conference. The 2011 interior winners will be honored in a special ceremony at this year’s conference May 17 at The Henry Ford hotel in Dearborn, Mich.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;" > </span><b style=""><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;" ></span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="color: rgb(109, 111, 114);font-family:Arial;" > </span></p>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-61138008706445824122011-03-17T19:25:00.017+08:002012-03-04T05:55:17.961+08:00Nissan Teana 200XE tested<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNidUlE-yrxuMKn3ljV2ONdZSS19vrVRSov1ICz7JVjqkaNAfotYVxRSFKPQb-1qeoP6c6scG4pr3KS7gJZc6KusEof9nsVjxj1rh_VYcztOm44f4bvwu3iRt6tLlx2wUcDjjQw8QVXA/s1600/DSC_0809.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" height="425" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5585023028107325666" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNidUlE-yrxuMKn3ljV2ONdZSS19vrVRSov1ICz7JVjqkaNAfotYVxRSFKPQb-1qeoP6c6scG4pr3KS7gJZc6KusEof9nsVjxj1rh_VYcztOm44f4bvwu3iRt6tLlx2wUcDjjQw8QVXA/s640/DSC_0809.JPG" style="display: block; height: 266px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" width="640" /></a><br />
I thought I had resigned myself to just judging some cars for a highly notable publication's "Car of the Year (COTY) 2011 Awards" and not writing much reviews about them. Humbly, I do admit my lack of energy in penning a few paragraphs and to followers (if any few left) of my blog, my sincere apologies. Largely due to my clinical plus other domestic commitments et al. Also the Nissan Teana in 4-pot, 2.0-litre form that I sampled more than a few weekends ago didn't seem to excite my senses very much.<br />
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Imagine my awakening today when I stumbled upon my friend's blog - a hugely popular one - which featured the MMC (minimal model change) - that's facelift to you and me - new Honda Accord. I am not here to criticise the mid-cycle refreshed Honda. After all, I was quite a Honda fan owning the last-generation 2.0 Accord for a brief spell.<br />
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Well, let's just say that I am re-energised to share with you my brief flirtation with the latest D-segment offering from Nissan in Malaysia, after reading the post by another esteemed "colleague" on the <span style="font-style: italic;">new</span> Accord.<br />
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Looks-wise, this Nissan has on-road presence, even while Honda still holds the measuring-tape champion title to being the longest, largest, widest etc in this sub-RM180K category which encompasses the Sinatra (Oops! Sonata I meant), the Camry, Mazda6 and of course the MMC (Mitsu Motor Corp?) Accord.<br />
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In a nutshell the new Teana is huge, soft-riding, comfy and looks the part of a towkay (big-boss) saloon. With its CVT drivetrain, it may be a bit disconcerting when you roll fast into corner but what the heck...it's a comfort-biased executive sedan not a BMW 5-series. The way I look at it, it's for fans of Camry's soft plush damping who don't want a Toyota and couldn't stand Accord's harder riding suspension settings. And a Mazda won't cut it because they don't want a brand that makes the world's sole rotary-powered sportscar.<br />
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Despite its bulk and size, the Teana's brakes are good and reassuring. Its interior looks and feel Infiniti-esque, though I suspect the V6s versions with more cow-leather plastered interiors and some steering control button/switches splattering would make this executive sedan feel decidedly more upmarket. It's so silent on the move that it makes you wonder whether there are low-pressure-near-vacuum-stretches on highway - almost devoid of wind noise - when you are doing, say 160 km/h.<br />
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So there you have it, another popular D-segment sedan for you to consider in Malaysia, apart from the perennial favourites of Camrys or Accords. Oh by the way, has Honda Malaysia solved the Accords (and likely Civics) brake judder issues due to premature-warping of front rotors? I hope these huge Nissans don't have such quality issues, not when it comes to brakes.<br />
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Admittedly, the Teana could do better with its instruments detailing though, because this isn't a Sunny, Latio or Sylphy for that matter. The rear end detailing, however - no need to buy Eagle-Eyes brand Taiwan-made aftermarket LED rear lights - is great though. In my strictly personal and humble opinion, the clean-design execution by Nissan here even leaves the new Mercedes-Benz W212 E-class' arse for dead. You can't win (or have) 'em all I suppose.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjTOfEOaAKwmMXGCdIPn6BujbwlHcBjxVh99qyKurvAMcB__b2_Tajg7etY9RsiDFz2AOaJ9jWWPydARJGWg-WjjVOR67CTrPfLaUtCbQr8qoRorS6R3p6dC3S6keEnQz6Z04m_P4Veg/s1600/DSC_0795.JPG"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5585023042115598034" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjTOfEOaAKwmMXGCdIPn6BujbwlHcBjxVh99qyKurvAMcB__b2_Tajg7etY9RsiDFz2AOaJ9jWWPydARJGWg-WjjVOR67CTrPfLaUtCbQr8qoRorS6R3p6dC3S6keEnQz6Z04m_P4Veg/s400/DSC_0795.JPG" style="cursor: pointer; display: block; height: 266px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 400px;" /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-52895488566705102782011-01-28T00:56:00.006+08:002011-01-28T01:43:42.444+08:00Lifestyle focus: Peugeot 308 CC<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmZajwF-GxtnHE6Mqsnd5EFWZ8BQuWMy0QwIWMQIAPOorfVNLut65aVU5q7z027Xaj4PvJlR_bWOo4Kw-Kxh9nm6jBw6avR0EHnH0jSoen18g5nnI26YuatBkMMLPxTTiK50aTKqHUGQ/s1600/308+CC+Malaysia.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 293px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmZajwF-GxtnHE6Mqsnd5EFWZ8BQuWMy0QwIWMQIAPOorfVNLut65aVU5q7z027Xaj4PvJlR_bWOo4Kw-Kxh9nm6jBw6avR0EHnH0jSoen18g5nnI26YuatBkMMLPxTTiK50aTKqHUGQ/s400/308+CC+Malaysia.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566911080611528018" border="0" /></a><br />Many of us in the tropics and especially the equatorial hot-and-humid climate will shrug off the usability and practicality of a cabriolet - even with the advent of hardtop coupe-cabriolet in the last decade or so.<br /><br />Admittedly, I was like that until I sampled a VW Eos over a weekend to the beach town of Port Dickson some three years ago. I had actually "owned" a Porsche Boxster for about a year and it was less convincing with its relatively fiddly and noisier soft-top.<br /><br />Sadly, with excessive procrastination the VW Eos outing write-up didn't materialise on this blog. Which would have happened to the 308 CC launch story if some good friend of mine didn't whip my butt over this. I also tested the 207 CC sometime ago and you can read all about it here.<br />I am somewhat a fan of coupe-cabriolet but i am of the opinion that this will have top be your 3rd car or higher in vehicle ownership serials which is actually much an extravagance. In short, a pure lifestyle accessory in the automotive department.<br /><br /><p>With this in mind, Nasim started off their 2011 new models unveiling with the official launch of the Peugeot 308 CC, the first of four new models due for the Malaysian market this year.</p> <p>A coupe-cabriolet in 2+2 guise, this topless Pug in THP 156 form, translates to a maximum output of 156 hp + 240 Nm, courtesy of BMW-Peugeot's Prince 1.6-litre complete with twin-scroll turbo and direct injection. The 308 CC comes with a standard six-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic. Peugeot claims a 212 km/h top speed and a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 9.8 secs.</p> <p>As with most Naza/Nasim automotive launches – the 308 CC is tagged at a rather attractive price i.e. RM186,888, on-the-road with insurance.<br /></p> <p>Some of the yummy goodies packaged together are the dynamic directional xenon headlamps with automatic height adjustment and washers, LED rear lights, 18-inch alloy wheels and a twin rear diffuser as part of the exterior parcel.</p><p><br /></p> <p><a href="http://media2.paultan.org/w/pug-3.jpg"><img src="http://media2.paultan.org/w/pug-3.jpg" alt="" title="pug 3" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-49192" width="500" height="314" /></a></p> <p><br /></p><p>The interior of this gorgeous drop-top features dual zone air-conditioning, electric front seats (with memory settings for the driver's), cruise control, instrument dials with white backgrounds and a retractable high resolution 7-inch 16:9 LCD screen. </p> <p>Safety kits which are standard include ESP, ABS, EBD, EBA, DSC and Anti-Skid Regulation (ASR) among others. Meanwhile, passive safety kit in the 5-Star Euro NCAP-rated vehicle includes a rear roll-over protection system – comprised of active extendable aluminum roll-over protection bars that pop up within 20-miliseconds in the event of a roll-over accident. Apart from these, there are six airbags, which include the world’s first side head airbags, housed in the seat and deployed laterally from the head restraint.<br /></p>For in-car entertainment, there’s a CD player/MP3 head unit with Bluetooth connectivity, JBL Hi-Fi audio system with 10 speakers and a 240 watt amplifier. As for the two-piece electrically retractable hard-top roof, this one folds up and down within 20 seconds. For the occasional or avid golfer looking forward to driving to a Golf & Country Club, boot space volume is 465 litres with the top up, and 266 litres with the roof retracted and stowed away in boot.<br /><p><br /></p><p><a href="http://media2.paultan.org/w/pug-4.jpg"><img src="http://media2.paultan.org/w/pug-4.jpg" alt="" title="pug 4" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-49193" width="500" height="277" /></a></p> <p><br /></p>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-7550445858340633702010-12-17T14:59:00.005+08:002010-12-17T15:42:55.481+08:00Tested: Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" 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They can also set your pulse racing just by staring at them through your slightly dilated pupils. A result of simply being awed, just like a primary school kid lost in a mega toy store. A Lamborghini is one of those sportscar - especially in the louder shades of orange, yellow or green. Think of the <span style="color:black;">Miura, Countach and Diablo from the yesteryears. 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One of the offspring of the luxury automotive ‘cult’ from <span style="color:black;">Sant’Agata Bolognese,</span> Italy that professes <span style="color:black;">fascinating design, technological capability an</span>d supreme driving dynamics is the Lamborghini Gallardo.<br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"> <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFvBHM5EQerY4YV_b3UQyTGlbAjc1y8JAVHH3g4iYtbp6mMwM_u4qrWUfOhZ1gk9Dx0QnoquYVyS6n8OUImEVA13WcjKLMVmQmTOWk3h0xI_6xUYQdN8gAyDAFn9vs9N25sC9jeRcM-A/s1600/Lamborghini+Gallardo+LP+550-2_01.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFvBHM5EQerY4YV_b3UQyTGlbAjc1y8JAVHH3g4iYtbp6mMwM_u4qrWUfOhZ1gk9Dx0QnoquYVyS6n8OUImEVA13WcjKLMVmQmTOWk3h0xI_6xUYQdN8gAyDAFn9vs9N25sC9jeRcM-A/s400/Lamborghini+Gallardo+LP+550-2_01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5551549139031494130" border="0" /></a><br /></p><span style="font-family:arial;">On that exciting morning, a combination of cold, misty and rainy weather resulted in a wet track. Along with the high-powered V10 driving just the rear axle, we had fun in the Lamborghini Gallardos the way the friendly guys from Automobili Lamborghini intended it to be. The track day event saw some 50 members of the media from nine countries including Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, South Korea and Australia get behind the wheel and experience the raging bull that is the LP550-2. </span><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial;">In Lamborghini speak, LP is ‘sexy’ Italian lingo for Longitudinale Posteriore, i.e. mid-mounted engine sitting longitudinally just in front of the rear axle. While the numerical ‘550’ refers to the power output in hp and the suffix ‘2’ means two-wheel drive, in this case both the rear wheels. A look at the cars we have lined up for us to sample beggars the belief that the Gallardo model has been around since 2003, yet still looking sharp, very sporty and refreshingly sleek after some mild bodywork restyling (Reventon-style front air-intakes) in 2008.</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; font-family: arial;"><br />Lead by Lamborghini drive instructors, we were allowed three laps to test the car hard and fast around the rather slippery circuit. Prior to this, we were given a demo lap around the track. Although the solo sessions were seemingly brief with the LP550-2, it cannot be denied that this Lamborghini is a very involving super sportscar. On the Shanghai International Circuit, the glorious and sonorous howl of its 5.2-litre V10 rumbled menacingly down the main straight. So much so it sounded intimidating to us as spectators who were waiting for our turn to drive at the paddock section. Getting into the driver’s seat of the LP550-2 offered a different perspective altogether. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" face="arial" style="text-align: justify;">After flooring the throttle on the straight, a quick succession of hard braking and downshifts is executed to negotiate the right-handed turn 1. Repeated rituals were obligatory for turn 2 and so forth on the circuit. Getting impatient with the throttle while going out of a bend with an off-cambered gradient, we easily got the rear stepping out.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" face="arial" style="text-align: justify;">We learnt that it pays to be especially smooth and easy on the throttle as well as the steering of the LP550-2 in order to gain pace as we made progress around the track.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family:arial;"> The e-gear of the Gallardo handled downshifts brilliantly despite being a manu-matic single-clutch set up. We were doing upshifts as well – manually via the steering paddle shifters - without ever lifting off the throttle just like our professional instructor did. In no manner did the transmission protested. Brilliant. The interior looked and felt decidedly upmarket, yet snug and conducive for hard driving. Alas, if only we have more than the 3 laps accorded to be able to connect deeper to this purer rear-wheel drive version of the Gallardo range. 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Body control was taut mostly with nary a hint of pitching or body roll despite the constant load changes as we gunned the LP550-2 around the circuit. However, it certainly requires a higher level of skill, as well as more commitment to return the driving satisfaction that you may be looking for. But yet there is no tantrums, it is much forgiving with traction control (which can be switched off in CORSA mode), limited slip differential and vehicle stability systems (ESP et al) lurking in the background. In essence, the sports coupe exudes a competence that inspires you to try driving harder – with more speed and finesse. To sum it up, this more ‘basic’ Gallardo presented us with an eye-opening track experience. 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9PdEmfVkBKA7fENdUf7GRf-OCkO_1VjN5Zf88P9ZjU6seOmcxqStVM3pZ_zT13vwl5WkFzRM1TMKrQd3gysknJeORHmTd5PIpKuGjgqOvgs0a-KTeJfaYwYgLlja5vqOo4uue56baOw/s400/BlueOn_Running6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518222532732667810" border="0" /></a><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" ><br />Hyundai Motor Co. today unveiled the company’s and Korea’s - first Full Speed Electric Vehicle (FSEV) named ‘BlueOn,’ opening a new era in eco-friendly technology. We are proud to introduce the world to BlueOn, which was fully developed in Korea and displays Hyundai’s latest technological advancements,” said Dr. Hyun-Soon Lee, Vice Chairman at Hyundai’s Corporate R&D Center. “Consumers’ interests and demand for eco-friendly cars are rising and securing such advanced technology is critical in becoming an industry leader. Hyundai is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint and satisfying market needs.” Hyundai unveiled the car at the Blue House yesterday, in the presence of Korean President Lee Myung-Bak and Ministers from the Ministry of Knowledge Economy and Ministry of Environment. During the unveiling ceremony, President Lee and Hyundai’s Vice Chairman Lee test-drove one of the new vehicles together on the Blue House premises. </span> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16pt;"><b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" > </span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16pt;"><b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >Test Fleets</span></b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" > </span><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;" > </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >Hyundai invested a total of about 40 billion won over a one-year period to create BlueOn, which is based on Hyundai’s small hatchback, i10. The electric version of i10 was first unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2009. Beginning with today’s ceremony, Hyundai is planning to provide 30 BlueOn vehicles as test fleets to various government organizations in Korea by October. These vehicles will be mainly used to help develop and test charging infrastructures for about two years, until August 2012. Furthermore, these cars will be used for promotional purposes, starting with the upcoming G20 summit, to boost Korea’s eco-friendly image. The name ‘BlueOn’ derives from Hyundai’s Blue Drive strategy, which encompasses the company’s eco-friendly products and technologies. The word ‘On’ symbolizes “switch on.” </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><br /></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsC54-m9Ak44pO4rRLA0_1pkCMmXHtqUSOXzznFxLW7CyAo4-sVmRovN2ZBLEGTl2-oTfQglDobcLVeRXJ_rPYBHudpm5EbtL4NElucOfkRlKtEyTy-Ewmk7M-15jAVwPOAEKObQB0-A/s1600/BlueOn_Extra9.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsC54-m9Ak44pO4rRLA0_1pkCMmXHtqUSOXzznFxLW7CyAo4-sVmRovN2ZBLEGTl2-oTfQglDobcLVeRXJ_rPYBHudpm5EbtL4NElucOfkRlKtEyTy-Ewmk7M-15jAVwPOAEKObQB0-A/s400/BlueOn_Extra9.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518222519587610306" border="0" /></a><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16pt;"><b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" > </span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16pt;"><b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >Innovative LiPoly Batteries, Virtual Sound </span></b><span style="color: rgb(83, 83, 83);font-family:Arial;font-size:11pt;" ></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >BlueOn has a compact body with an overall length of 3,585 mm, overall width of 1,595 mm and overall height of 1,540 mm. It is equipped with a highly efficient electric motor powered by an innovative 16.4 kWh LiPoly (lithium-ion polymer) battery technology that offers numerous advantages over other battery types. BlueOn boasts a maximum power of 81ps(61kW) and maximum torque of 21.4kg/m(210Nm). As pure electric vehicles operate only with the battery and electric motor, the battery’s lifespan and storage capacity determines the vehicle’s performance. Hyundai chose LiPoly batteries because compared with previous nickel-metal hydride batteries (NiMH), LiPoly delivers the same power with 30 percent less weight and 40 percent less volume, boosting efficiency and leaving more interior space for passengers. Furthermore, the car has been designed to prevent overcharging and collision-related safety issues. Hyundai also conducted hundreds of thousands of kilometers’ worth of endurance testing to secure safety. BlueOn boasts a maximum speed of 130km/h and 0-100 km/h is achieved in 13.1 seconds, better than some gasoline models in the same class. BlueOn also features a Virtual Engine Sound System (VESS), which creates an artificial sound for the safety of pedestrians, as electric vehicles make little to no sound when driving at low speeds. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 16pt;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFFQawx8PfWg1JGNVRNO0qH8zn1ji1maeL-D9Zlw7-u19HzeSDYqHVBsLkxUZ0BhuRPJV8gqfwnm1Lv5cqIafN26YXwROVPUpxoqaHsN-EZ4m6QPEHtNkxsxKu5wUpe1WQowHY_zU69Q/s1600/BlueOn_Interior7.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 191px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFFQawx8PfWg1JGNVRNO0qH8zn1ji1maeL-D9Zlw7-u19HzeSDYqHVBsLkxUZ0BhuRPJV8gqfwnm1Lv5cqIafN26YXwROVPUpxoqaHsN-EZ4m6QPEHtNkxsxKu5wUpe1WQowHY_zU69Q/s400/BlueOn_Interior7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518222530047806898" border="0" /></a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16pt;"><b><span style=";font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" > </span></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><b><span style="line-height: 150%;font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" ><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><b><span style="line-height: 150%;font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >Recharging </span></b></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLERwXhaVWaYuhbn3W1ubTWQwoYdsF0zhDjA7Pvt9FjXNDxFRktswSwXfomLGu9h9OGapFq-lods8ZzIOFvGU3rkb_VHC8BFIb82DolXbZAC7QSACT_zGlILBFCFgJbUuN1lwb-Kl8Ew/s1600/BlueOn_Charging6.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLERwXhaVWaYuhbn3W1ubTWQwoYdsF0zhDjA7Pvt9FjXNDxFRktswSwXfomLGu9h9OGapFq-lods8ZzIOFvGU3rkb_VHC8BFIb82DolXbZAC7QSACT_zGlILBFCFgJbUuN1lwb-Kl8Ew/s400/BlueOn_Charging6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518222514051116914" border="0" /></a><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" >BlueOn can travel as much as 140 km on a single charge. It also accommodates dual recharging methods: a 220V household power and a 380V industrial-strength power, which promises quick recharging speeds. Under the household power, the battery will be fully recharged within six hours. Under the quick charge method, the battery can be recharged to about 80 percent of its capacity within 25 minutes. Hyundai will collaborate with the Seoul Metropolitan Government and other government agencies to build recharging facilities. In addition, the engine-driven components were electrified so that the electric motor-driven power steering, electric water pump and regenerative brake system could be adapted to BlueOn. Furthermore, for the driver’s convenience, an advanced telematics system showing the charge status and location of recharging stations is installed. A 4.2-inch TFT LCD Supervision Cluster that provides voice guidance has also been installed. Hyundai plans to expand its manufacturing capabilities for BlueOn next year, carrying out test productions and making about 2,500 units by the end of 2012.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-family:Arial;font-size:10pt;" > </span><br /><br /></p>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-22116144214676554442010-09-01T07:33:00.005+08:002010-09-01T08:03:35.165+08:00NST-Maybank Car of The Year 2010: COTY 2U CARnival<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2Wm2lAbOyNP1PesILRQ0Z3kwSpaNR8vQqiXq8waq_0mJ4pFulLPHfp20qNrUaYAWacDWVq_sFeU9igEPsxLHLggsn-FV7mwTTlCaCr2V7dAmYfURAg2WatRscwQd5tX5sMf7eQL2BA/s1600/DSC_8514.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2Wm2lAbOyNP1PesILRQ0Z3kwSpaNR8vQqiXq8waq_0mJ4pFulLPHfp20qNrUaYAWacDWVq_sFeU9igEPsxLHLggsn-FV7mwTTlCaCr2V7dAmYfURAg2WatRscwQd5tX5sMf7eQL2BA/s400/DSC_8514.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511722215356684898" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:85%;">A COTY 2U CARnival will be one of the highlights of the New Straits Times/Maybank Car of the Year Awards 2010.<br /><br />This was announced by New Straits Times Sdn Bhd Group Editor Datuk Syed Nadzri Syed Harun at the media launch of the New Straits Times/Maybank “Car of the Year” (COTY) 2010 held at the Peugeot Blue Box Showroom in Glenmarie recently.<br /><br />“This inaugural event, to be held from November 20 – 21, is to present to the public the full line-up of all the 60 nominated vehicles for this year’s Car of the Year Awards."<br /><br />“It is also targeted to bring Malaysian motorists, car models launched in Malaysia for Malaysian roads and car manufacturers together in a celebration of passion for motoring,” said Datuk Syed Nadzri.<br /><br />“There will also be test drives, a defensive driving course, mini workshops on car safety, In-Car Entertainment (ICE) and Security Rating Awards at this fun-filled family CARnival,” Datuk Syed Nadzri said.<br /><br />Maybank, Malaysia’s premier banking group and a leading player in automobile financing, is the official title sponsor for the COTY Awards for the fourth consecutive year.<br /><br />“The Malaysian automotive industry is heading for a record breaking year in sales. With improved confidence of both consumers and businesses, automobile manufacturers are already experiencing greater demand for even better models in the coming year,” said Ashraf Ali Abdul Kadir, Head, Consumer Finance Maybank.<br /><br />“As an automobile financier, Maybank too benefits from this growth as demand for financing will increase in tandem with the industry. This has already been obvious over the last year, in which we registered automobile loan growth of 12% for the year ended June 2010. This is the fourth consecutive year of double digit growth which incidentally parallels the period we have been title sponsor of the NST-Maybank Car of the Year Awards,” said Ashraf Ali.<br /><br />Now in its ninth year, COTY is the country’s first motoring award started in 2002 by Cars, Bikes & Trucks, the motoring section of the New Sunday Times, to acknowledge achievements within the motoring industry.<br /><br />A panel of 9 judges comprising of motoring journalists and other distinguished personalities will be testing over 60 new and substantially facelifted models classified into 13 categories.<br /><br />New cars launched between November 2009 and October 2010 qualify for COTY.<br /><br />The evaluation criteria includes styling, value for money, comfort and ergonomics, performance, driving characteristics, safety, emotional appeal and after sales service.<br /><br />The highest scoring vehicle in each category wins the award for “Best in Class”. The Overall Car of the Year will then be selected from the list of 13 category winners.<br /><br />The annual award is endorsed and supported by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA).<br /><br />The COTY Gala Awards Night will be held on November 26 at The Saujana, Kuala Lumpur. More than 150 top automotive figures are expected to grace the event.<br /><br /></span>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-75780820398520039212010-08-26T12:47:00.011+08:002010-09-01T08:04:19.063+08:00Hyundai Tucson Awarded 5-Star EURO NCAP Rating<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidvVyKP6oVitBLFvY46YqqTZASgLuiE-7cPj6_GdV413-Tn9ljSY1wwZKSfN7-7ujevANLMcvnuhUAz6ufdL3QnQ3gf9PENxdgXGz1H6v6ukE7wSMC_IuXsVT69fzHjwNKG_UrjFfyGg/s1600/Tucson-Exterior+%28back%29.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 276px;" 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150%;font-family:arial;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-size:11pt;" >Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors Sdn Bhd (HSDM) is offering its customers a “Special Hari Raya Service Promotion” in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. This service promotion is available at participating Hyundai service centers from 20<sup>th</sup> August to 9<sup>th</sup> September, 2010.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;font-family:arial;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-size:11pt;" >With an emphasis on “safety first” for the ‘balik kampung’ rush this Hari Raya festivity, Hyundai wants to ensure Hyundai car owners a peace of mind during their long drive home. The promotion is also part of Hyundai’s commitment in providing value for money after-sales service to its valued customers. Customers can enjoy up to 20% discount on selected parts with 10% to 15% discount on labour depending on amount spent on parts purchase.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;font-family:arial;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-size:11pt;" >“Hyundai cars will be serviced by certified Hyundai technicians who use the latest diagnostic and service equipment. They also have immediate access to up-to-date technical and repair information which allows quicker diagnosis and repairs to any problem,” said Mr Dennis Ho, Managing Director of Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors Sdn Bhd.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;font-family:arial;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-size:11pt;" >He added that all certified Hyundai service outlets use only genuine parts manufactured according to Hyundai specifications. This is to ensure top performance and a maximum life span of Hyundai cars. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;font-family:arial;"><span style="line-height: 150%;font-size:11pt;" >“Hyundai car owners should take advantage of this promotion as it does not only mean savings on selected parts and labour, but also a better and safer drive home,” said Mr Ho. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <span style=";font-family:";font-size:11pt;" ><span style="font-family:arial;">Customers who participate in this campaign will also receive free mystery gifts. For their own convenience, customers are advised to make prior appointments with the respective service centers or dealers.</span><br /><br /></span>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-35358687803595486872010-07-27T00:46:00.008+08:002010-07-27T01:24:35.335+08:00All-new Porsche Cayenne previewed: price starts from RM550k in Malaysia!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGVzYkwIgvs45aJnLblzZiwOly6GsxJoszhsLfL4QUDcRFRTY3Bw4TAi4rdbbDc4alcpS07-SWRYzIY5Nucz_GMDLmhV_OeZTpVF6pn1lha0jPyc_SeRxinA5Pgs9KnNvKAMzaztlcFA/s1600/DSC_0019.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGVzYkwIgvs45aJnLblzZiwOly6GsxJoszhsLfL4QUDcRFRTY3Bw4TAi4rdbbDc4alcpS07-SWRYzIY5Nucz_GMDLmhV_OeZTpVF6pn1lha0jPyc_SeRxinA5Pgs9KnNvKAMzaztlcFA/s400/DSC_0019.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5498261066121451810" border="0" /></a><br />This is the first new Porsche model to be unveiled under Porsche's new distributor in Malaysia, Sime Darby Auto Performance. Indeed, it has been quite a stellar performance under this new franchise holder's helmship, as reflected in its price tags, which have been revised to the tune of RM100,000 to RM150,000 downwards across the model range.<br /><br />In a sneak preview of Porsche's all-new Cayenne for Porsche Club Malaysia (PCM) members, the 2nd generation Cayenne has been revealed to be priced as follows:<br /><br />Cayenne 3.6 V6 - RM550,000<br />Cayenne S 4.8 V8 - RM680,000<br />Cayenne S Hybrid - RM720,000<br />Cayenne Turbo - RM940,000<br /><br />All models come with 4-years free service + 4-years warranty.<br />Still want that BMW X5, X6 or even the Audi Q7?<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTGRDhqO74jZueuGsCNeZ1f6WTl1DE6Nk6W1gNsca44lV0rDWlXL0ugWVorlh1-1puJftkdqwInL1773b3MduBsh7hTy62xoGIk3KHfyGMcBr84aicrCORZIbRWpA11bX3SO0cYOPLSA/s1600/DSC_0016.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 259px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMkeuRK2uFSjn1vpFct2CzXwph5DtNk-5ekOB3RstsIMc3g0BZzyp1gyOlKVMeyWOzvy8N5eF6vSFkmHwjWWxGKJyKjrqNURAkn1aA_sYULnu-SAlwNDR-sGZ3N0WXBIqkTbEWrbRaOQ/s400/2011+Peugeot+508_01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493267349498557106" border="0" /></a><br />The all-new Peugeot 508 - successor to both Peugeot 407 and 607 - looks rather breathtakingly Germanic. Not to be undone by its brethren camp's Citroen C5, the body lines and contours are very teutonic versus its predecessors.<br /><br />As the numbering nomenclature suggests, the new 507 will be bigger than the outgoing 407 in all dimensions. No engine sizes are confirmed at this moment but there will be a 200 hp-capable hybrid in the mix, available in both sedan and station-wagon (SW) guise. Expect a good range of turbodiesels and petrol units as the singular (fuel) power options.<br /><br />The new 508 will go on sale sometime Q1 2011 in European markets, following a debut at the Paris Motor Show 2010 this October.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0wnoWPTuMXICr5d351qcQOdZXYWsWIQrAlePVmASS44MSjNa-c51Y15AGlhkmmpZSabeyvOUWPQhbK3uVziE4_u5cqkvmw7dv2FVtYWAvJj70Mq0ZSkdcdrQvHiP7EKZshlauQN0jvQ/s1600/2011+Peugeot+508_02.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 258px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0wnoWPTuMXICr5d351qcQOdZXYWsWIQrAlePVmASS44MSjNa-c51Y15AGlhkmmpZSabeyvOUWPQhbK3uVziE4_u5cqkvmw7dv2FVtYWAvJj70Mq0ZSkdcdrQvHiP7EKZshlauQN0jvQ/s400/2011+Peugeot+508_02.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493267342368651970" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxt_gRHxCEkSq1B4M8RhZ3NH5ZEIGwNOZRxaHQm_y6OOTB0hTVmL1GxnrY_vQhyaOyHMwgyhfGtf9EWfkPzf8DQhNEVux0-kbmvizOdvXGzaphwosgr8DT_KYKUFFEQGKz6Sg9n9N-Xw/s1600/2011+Peugeot+508_04.jpg"><img style="display: block; 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 258px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiETimU7h5oU2yi9iBFWF_F_dr9DSk748GTzbevX57ICg0p6Uiv_0ahQZ2o43kZxflZUgmdoWyNsBq45o-9DQLE20S_aCSKk1lkAD_m2TD7lBVGJBdJVtuQBfovCtzTpfMnVPVHoPV-qQ/s400/2011+Peugeot+508_03.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493267116193655010" border="0" /><br /><br /><br /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-91678666331788669632010-07-12T18:09:00.019+08:002010-07-12T20:22:34.185+08:00BMW 320d Sports<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggw16wPDujifMG8FMvb9jdVGqno52ufc2gS-qUp4PtVMWLqf3J2DmB4KczXu5yKSpIisGEBkHbIKIWKhdp2JEJHzOaYKJgDcb4VSGPdCaT5hSA92kVllUIeOEg863jKDekuw-o1ByaQ/s1600/320d_13.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiggw16wPDujifMG8FMvb9jdVGqno52ufc2gS-qUp4PtVMWLqf3J2DmB4KczXu5yKSpIisGEBkHbIKIWKhdp2JEJHzOaYKJgDcb4VSGPdCaT5hSA92kVllUIeOEg863jKDekuw-o1ByaQ/s400/320d_13.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492960232433405426" border="0" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZenyL4QWnNqJcbMoe_HkHqFLYr11cXuadXit-yu627QiFOaZ-jixZfcXGDWeFAIjC5Dh6QhNrHpWkCwR60HCHjCn9nFRGzCQT4w31sJlm-LzLq08YqmW3udifdDt_i9OdpPEENBGMw/s1600/320d_05.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZenyL4QWnNqJcbMoe_HkHqFLYr11cXuadXit-yu627QiFOaZ-jixZfcXGDWeFAIjC5Dh6QhNrHpWkCwR60HCHjCn9nFRGzCQT4w31sJlm-LzLq08YqmW3udifdDt_i9OdpPEENBGMw/s400/320d_05.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492961639409808402" border="0" /></a><br />If the BMW 320d that you see above epitomizes the dawn of the modern turbo-diesel passenger cars in Malaysia, it is very promising indeed. Promising because it sips a maximum of only 8.1l/100km even with my persistent ('DS' mode) and absolutely maniacal highway blasts - with a power delivery that is absolutely intoxicating albeit churned out from a narrower powerband than a petrol motor. Even more promising is that it will beat the petrol-powered 320i hands down and renders it irrelevant. Most promising when the newer 'facelift' 320d will boast even higher outputs come year end (?) versus the current stock state-of-tune's 177 bhp + 350 Nm combo.<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBZMSO4IuTyXQskDNf9cp-py9_ixqW_tduOY1T8UMOfqqi0el7HxkTHrn0mdanyRttN1DvwlCNkTw1_dhpaIGnKv1iMd_GyEN8ZUzoCIycR43OTqR1llONGNhECjz92xBWE3kwE8ByIQ/s1600/320d_10.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBZMSO4IuTyXQskDNf9cp-py9_ixqW_tduOY1T8UMOfqqi0el7HxkTHrn0mdanyRttN1DvwlCNkTw1_dhpaIGnKv1iMd_GyEN8ZUzoCIycR43OTqR1llONGNhECjz92xBWE3kwE8ByIQ/s400/320d_10.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492960252831057154" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Needless to say, the E90's handling dynamics and steering's ability to convey agility/confident feel/feedback are one of the best in business. However, this is one<span style="font-weight: bold;"> selfish</span> car. It will make the driver very happy, but less so the other occupants. Okay, perhaps the babe (or as the case may be: guy) riding along side will still be quite alright. Unlike the Mercedes W204 C-Class the rear seats are quite useless. They are cramped - with high central transmission tunnel not helping things and awkward curving side bolsters at the lateral shoulder level - ouch!<br /><br />On rough and bad road surfaces, it just gets too jarring for the rear occupants . This sports suspension equipped E90 will easily induce car-sickness for back passengers, especially on B-roads as attested by my young ones. The other turn-off - for me at least least - is the gruffy idling (read: loud) and the incessant idling vibrations transmitted through the steering column, seat bottom and door trim which makes the 320d rather unbecoming for a premium Conti junior executive.<br /><br />So in conclusion, if you love the drive of say, a Mk6 Golf GTI but would like something with a proper boot, a 'classier' badge and something that returns way higher kilometers to the litre of fuel, this should be top in your list. There is no other diesel-powered saloon like this at this price point, with such engaging and sporting intent. 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margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvm69hS11LTuE6TKco-AVSben-JMRZImS7Ty2ChmQ4ifL1Nf7_uESbX0RWmUavW1HUcAjhg-zN1hdtZg4e6wlGfMWRmqCHxTFbuRPoIzXJdeLnNA85PYXdhunH48ZmpE03QkyroIpUAw/s400/320d_04.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492961649321580930" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Related posts:</span><br /><br /><a href="http://for-wheels.blogspot.com/2008/07/2009-3-series-facelift-bmws-kidney.html">2009 BMW 3-series facelift</a><br /><a href="http://for-wheels.blogspot.com/2007/06/test-drive-bmw-320i-se.html">Test Driven: BMW 320i SE</a><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvm69hS11LTuE6TKco-AVSben-JMRZImS7Ty2ChmQ4ifL1Nf7_uESbX0RWmUavW1HUcAjhg-zN1hdtZg4e6wlGfMWRmqCHxTFbuRPoIzXJdeLnNA85PYXdhunH48ZmpE03QkyroIpUAw/s1600/320d_04.JPG"><br /><br /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54333795776664355.post-62035087605968569032010-07-05T20:47:00.011+08:002010-07-05T21:15:09.676+08:00Is this the all-new Porsche 998 slated for 2011/2012?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3W4_P1QLFxCTA930qej3r__1E4pit9LEP61UxYXJTNS3PbHsLZquCiDsO4o1y9awSyTJLuZknvlJSS3bby7aiwProEw-iMaG31bsmwc2LJ4rg2TxbZlOlHo75RRlWghSXlt4fLk5Hg/s1600/Porsche+998+fr+view.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 218px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz3W4_P1QLFxCTA930qej3r__1E4pit9LEP61UxYXJTNS3PbHsLZquCiDsO4o1y9awSyTJLuZknvlJSS3bby7aiwProEw-iMaG31bsmwc2LJ4rg2TxbZlOlHo75RRlWghSXlt4fLk5Hg/s400/Porsche+998+fr+view.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490403250730476130" border="0" /></a><br />Well...at least according to German car mag 'Auto Bild'. Their renderings of the all-new Porsche 911 seem the brightest of em all - among all the grey/black spy shots thus far. On thing is clear though: the return of the new 998 series to the roots of the 993 - the stalked wing mirrors being a very prominent feature - with more upright headlamps versus the outgoing 997. However unlike the 993, the new 998 test mules have been spotted to have longer wheelbase, a more sloping rear screen and wider tracks too. Expect further power output hikes with probably even the base Carrera 3.6 with maximum punch of closer to perhaps 390 hp (currently 355 hp).<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAi4Rzp-rlvvQsI8QxKa0-Rey8akfld3XHtETM1l9d39yWurXa9BzHXe8lgkrZBoiIKl0uzwOYD6rfR3wYokMgSq4rRAhFJUnJpxP8wh10kL6Bm7D7yH_I57IN0W3M3lFqDe8a-O2yUA/s1600/Porsche+998+rr+view.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 195px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAi4Rzp-rlvvQsI8QxKa0-Rey8akfld3XHtETM1l9d39yWurXa9BzHXe8lgkrZBoiIKl0uzwOYD6rfR3wYokMgSq4rRAhFJUnJpxP8wh10kL6Bm7D7yH_I57IN0W3M3lFqDe8a-O2yUA/s400/Porsche+998+rr+view.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490409783211110098" border="0" /><br /><br /><br /></a>drlonghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07366949787090993357noreply@blogger.com0