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Wheel alignment, also known as tyre alignment can help your tyres function properly, achieve even wear on all four tyres, plusing making them last longer. It’s an elaborate process and each car manufacturer has their own designated alignment angles. Maintaining the correct wheel alignment is crucial to avoid your vehicle from pulling in one direction or vibrating strangely on the road. The basics of wheel alignment is made up of three basic adjustments – camber, caster, and toe. Each has a speci

Zamil Syaheer

May 29, 2020

Penjajaran roda (wheel/tyre alignment) dapat membantu tayar anda berfungsi dengan sepatutnya, memastikan keempat-empat tayar haus dengan sekata, dan menjadikannya ia tahan lebih lama. Ini adalah proses yang rumit dan setiap pengeluar kereta mempunyai sudut penjajaran mereka sendiri. Menjaga jajaran roda adalah penting bagi mengelakkan kenderaan anda menarik ke satu arah atau bergetar dengan pelik di jalanraya. Asas-asas penjajaran roda terdiri dari tiga benda asas iaitu camber, caster, dan toe.

Zamil Syaheer

Jul 5, 2020

If you drive an econobox, it is most likely using a torsion beam (or twist beam) setup. If you have a “premium “or “performance” car, it is most likely using a multi-link suspension setup. So, torsion beams are clearly the inferior suspension, right? Well, cars like the Renault Megane RS and the FK2 Honda Civic Type R use torsion beam suspension setups. Even the Mazda 3 switched to torsion beam from multi-link, so they might not be so inferior after all. Just like every other technology, the tor

Arif

Feb 1, 2021

Sime Darby Auto Performance, the official importer and distributor of Porsche cars Malaysia, has launched the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 and the 718 Spyder. The GT4 sits at the top of the 718 range, above the GTS. Both the 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder are powered by a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine that makes 420 PS and 420 Nm of torque, sending power to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission. Depending on how fast the driver shifts, the duo is able to complete the century

Shaun

Jul 16, 2020

Jika anda ada kereta bajet, besar kemungkinan kereta tersebut mempunyai tetapan ‘torsion beam’ (atau ‘twist beam’). Jika kereta anda kereta “premium” atau “performance”, ia barangkali menggunakan tetapan ‘multi-link suspension’. Maka, ‘torsion beam’ adalah jenis suspension yang kurang baik lah, kan? Tapi, kereta-kereta seperti Renault Megane RS dan FK2 Honda Civic Type R menggunakan tetapan ‘torsion beam suspension’. Mazda 3 pun beralih dari ‘multi-link’ ke ‘torsion beam’. Oleh itu, ia mungkin a

Mersita

Feb 12, 2021

BMW Malaysia has launched the 2020 BMW X3 M Competition, priced at RM 886,551 (OTR without insurance, inclusive of SST discount). The BMW X3 M Competition goes against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 and Porsche Macan Turbo. At the heart of the BMW X3 M sits a new S58 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged straight-six, producing 510 PS and 600 Nm. An 8-speed automatic transmission deploys the horses to all four wheels via the M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Unlike the system on the F90 BMW M5, ther

Shaun

Aug 14, 2020

BMW Malaysia has launched the 2020 BMW X4 M Competition, priced at RM 904,276 (OTR without insurance, inclusive of SST discount). The BMW X4 M Competition goes against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 Coupe and Porsche Macan Turbo. Like the BMW X3 M Competition, at the heart of the BMW X4 M sits a new S58 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged straight-six, producing 510 PS and 600 Nm. An 8-speed automatic transmission deploys the horses to all four wheels via the M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Unli

Shaun

Aug 14, 2020

Come next Tuesday, BMW will be unveiling the all-new G22 BMW 4 Series via live stream. The lone teaser photo released by BMW confirms that the new coupe will be wearing that massive front grille that was first previewed on the BMW Concept 4. Yes, it is inevitable that the massive grille is upon us. That said, putting aside the massive (and controversial) front grille, the upcoming G22 4 Series gains a number of enhancements over the 3 Series Sedan, including additional suspension stiffening, a r

Eric

May 28, 2020

We’ve set our eyes on our fair shares of unique (barely legal) cars like a topless Perodua Kancil and badly modded cars – off-camber guys, we still don’t get you. But this mind-boggling fusion of a Proton Exora and Mitsubishi Triton takes the cake! From the back, the “fusion” looks like a standard low-riding tuner Triton but when you look at it from the front and you will be forced to do a double-take. The “fusion” takes its front-end from the first-generation Proton Exora MPV, but the Exora’s t

Jerrica

Aug 24, 2020

Previously, we showed you the cutest camper truck in the world with the Daihatsu Hijet Jumbo Camper Ver. Now, let us introduce you to its more performance-oriented sibling, the Hijet Jumbo Sporza Ver. Introduced at the virtual-only 2021 Tokyo Auto Salon, this Hijet speedster had its entire roof chopped and the only frontal protection is a tiny windscreen. It’s goodbye aerodynamics and hello eating bugs unless you wisely decide to wear a helmet. To ensure the structural rigidity of this speedster

CY Foong

Jan 21, 2021

** This article is the personal experience of a 1994 W124 Mercedes Benz E280 owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Instagram: @chrisxching About the Mercedes-Benz E280 (W124) The Mercedes-Benz W124s, or people like to call them “German tanks”, have a reputation of being built to last, not to mention over-engineered as well. Some people say that these cars are the last “real” Mercedes-Benz ever built, due to the newer models having more electronics, reducing the fun in drivi

Mod My Car

Aug 21, 2020

The Daihatsu Taft is now available in Japan starting at 1,353,000 yen. The Taft debuted as a concept at the 2020 Tokyo Auto Salon. Available in a 3-cylinder naturally aspirated (NA) variant and a 3-cylinder turbocharged variant (Both 660 cc), all variants are equipped with a CVT transmission. Buyers can choose between a FWD and 4WD drivetrain Measuring 3,395 mm long, the TAFT is shorter than the already small Perodua Axia we are used to in Malaysia. Overall dimensions are 3395 x 1475 x 1630 mm (

Arif

Jun 15, 2020

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has always been about more than just mere opulence. Throughout the generations, the S-Class has been not just a flagship for the brand, but a technological tour de force. New technologies and innovations are always premiered first in the S-Class (think air suspension, night vision, adaptive cruise control etc) and then filtered down to the rest of the product range. The upcoming 2021 W223 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is no different, in keeping with its tradition for constant

Jason

Jul 30, 2020

Previously, we’ve explained why manufacturers continue the use of 3-cylinder engines. Fuel-efficiency and emission are among the top reasons, but what if they decide to extract every bit of performance from a 3-cylinder engine? So without further ado, here are the current top-3 most powerful cars, which are either on sale or will be on the market, with a 3-cylinder engine. BMW i8, from RM 1,408,800 The BMW i8 is actually more than 6 years old now and it still looks like it belongs in a sci-fi mo

Shaun

Apr 15, 2020

** This article is the personal experience of a2008 Honda Accord owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Eric Ku I bought my second hand 2008 Honda Accord back in 2017 when I was 19 years old. The reason why I bought it was because it was big and looked domineering. Soon after purchasing the car, I met a bunch of friends and joined their team, which came to be known as Team Lowered. We then started our journey to make our cars beautiful. In the earlier days, all I d

Mod My Car

Sep 21, 2020

Over the long weekend, residents in Bangsar were treated to a unique sight of a Lamborghini Aventador eating grass along Jalan Maarof near the Petronas station. Just joking, word is that the Aventador driver had lost control coming down the street and ended up on the grassy curb instead. With plenty of photos showing the Aventador at this angle, this has prompted jokes that either the bull is trying to eat some grass or the driver was just making its own parking and deserves a parking ticket. Ei

Jerrica

Feb 2, 2021

The Honda Jazz 1.5L CVT is powered by the Earth Dreams Technology 4-cylinder engine, which uses in-cylinder direct injection technology with a compression ratio of 11.5:1. Its maximum output is 118 hp / 6600 rpm and the maximum torque is 155 Nm / 4600 rpm. Honda Jazz's sitting posture is very low, and the seat is also very good. It is undoubtedly good news for driving enthusiasts. Despite this, the view inside the car is still very good, the windshield with large dip angle and the triangular win

Wilson

Jul 29, 2019

Amidst the launch of the Honda Connect, Honda Malaysia has also said that the long-awaited Honda City RS hybrid variant will begin delivery to customers from this month onwards. Honda’s telematics system which is already available in Thailand since 2018 will be making its Malaysian debut with the City RS. Honda Connect is able to keep track of your car’s location, remind you of its next service date as well as calling the emergency if you’re involved in a collision. Also read: Honda Connect debu

CY Foong

Mar 9, 2021

Subaru, being the legends that they are, envisions a future where people would still drive and enjoy it despite the rise of autonomous driving. Enter the all-new Subaru Levorg. Well, technically still a prototype but it looks production ready. It gets underpinned by the Subaru Global Platform, which is already employed in the XV, Impreza and Forester. The platform has progressed with full inner frame construction that enhances body rigidity further. Externally it adopts the current Subaru design

Shaun

Oct 23, 2019

The Proton X70 is a spacious SUV that will accommodate 5 adults comfortably. Rear legroom is generous with 35 cm (equivalent to 3 tennis balls) of space when adjusted for a 175 cm tall adult at the rear and front. Headroom is also surprisingly sufficient (equivalent to 2 tennis balls, 175 cm tall adult) despite having a panoramic glass roof. The rear seats are also fairly supportive with a seat recline angle of 26°. Thigh support is also good as the seat base is at a 19° angle. More importantly,

Adrian Chia

Jan 22, 2020

Honda CR-V Hondas are known for their spacious interior and we’re here to find out if the Honda CR-V lives up to the reputation. So, let’s drill down the Honda CR-V’s interior space and practicality through the WapCar Ratings. Interior space of the Honda CR-V The Honda CR-V is perhaps the most spacious in its segment, with more than 3 tennis balls of knee room for a 177 cm tall adult and for individuals with longer torsos, there should be still around 1 tennis ball of headroom. The rear cabin fl

Shaun

May 16, 2020

The Geely Binyue - aka the Proton X50’s donor car - in China now allows drivers to can change the sound of the exhaust notes as they wish. The accessory is only available on the top-spec Geely Binyue Pro 260T DCT Battle variant. Known as the Passion Sound Wave kit, Geely claims it uses an intelligent valve system that will adjust the valves' opening angle according to the drive mode selected. Drivers can choose between 3 drive-modes namely “Qing Liang” – translates to “Light”, “Peng Pai” – trans

Jerrica

Dec 8, 2020

Remember the Toyota Hilux that was seen rampaging through a Ramadan bazaar just 2 weeks ago? The owner of the pick-up was charged in court on Friday and he pleaded not guilty against the charges of hurling insults at a policeman and attempted murder! The driver, Kang Ming Han, 32, is a tyre business owner in Klang. He was charged under Police Act Section 90 for indecent act against a police officer by allegedly shouting abusive words at him when he was arrested at the Bukit Sentosa Hulu Selangor

Jerrica

Jun 1, 2020

Tengku Djan Ley is no stranger in the local and international drift scene. With appearances in the D1 Grand Prix, Formula Drift Asia and D1GP China. This year, Djan will be participating in the 2020 season D1 Grand Prix under Evangelion Racing. His weapon of choice, a 1,100 PS V8-powered Toyota GR Supra. Toyota GR Supra The GR Supra is fitted with a 3UZ-FE V8 petrol engine taken from a Lexus GS 430/LS 430 that has been stroked to 4.4-litres and slapped on with a Garret G42 turbocharger. At maxim

Adrian Chia

Jun 20, 2020

The next generation of Honda cars will feature an upgraded Honda Sensing that is capable of, among others, detecting cyclists, pedestrians at night, vehicles and pedestrians at intersections (while vehicle is turning). Honda Sensing is an advanced driving aid feature that uses a radar and a camera to detect hazards/prevents collisions. Honda Sensing was first introduced in 2014 in the Japanese market Honda Legend. However, some sub-features within the Sensing suite have already been on the marke

Hans

Nov 26, 2019

Toyota’s small cars family will be next in line to benefit from Toyota’s much vaunted TNGA platform. Short for Toyota New Global Architecture, the all-new TNGA platform has been the key reason why recent Toyota models like C-HR, Camry, and Corolla have been grabbing the title of best-in-class handling away from Mazda. Currently, there are three variations of Toyota’s TNGA platform (actually there are four if you include the Lexus LS’ GA-L). GA-C was the first of the TNGA platform series introduc

Hans

Sep 5, 2019

Unexpected slide or skidding is not something the average driver would want to experience. Especially when there are 6 passengers in the car. The good news is the invention of Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which helps mitigate skidding and the cheapest MPV to have this feature is the Proton Exora Premium at RM 66,800. If there’s anything worse than an unanticipated skid, it’s skidding with 7 person on board. While the professionals make it look easy to control a slide, the reality is that

Shaun

Oct 21, 2019

Again, we would like to reiterate: avoid driving too close to large lorries! We’ve previously seen a good example of a telescopic boom lift truck almost losing balance, but now there’s a new incident to further remind us to avoid driving too close to a large lorry. In the dashcam video, a Perodua Alza is seen following a cement mixer truck closely from behind. When they arrive at a cross junction, the Alza tried to make a last-minute overtake to get ahead of the truck only to end up getting hit

Jerrica

Jul 20, 2020

With the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ twins ending production, fans of the two-seater sports cars now have a glimpse at their successor after a prototype was caught testing in the United States recently, as reported by Creative311.com It still retains its familiar two-door shape, but with some updates such as more muscular-looking front and rear fenders. A Japanese source has also quoted that the Toyobaru twins will be based on the Subaru Global Platform (SGP), and the car is rumoured to measure 4,5

Sanjay

Aug 10, 2020

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) and art powerhouse Wei-Ling Gallery today announced a collaboration in conjunction of the launch of the all-new 2020 Volkswagen Arteon R-Line, featuring the talents of 13 Malaysian artists. This collaboration offers collectors and art enthusiasts the unique opportunity to own scale models of the Arteon that have been transformed by the artists into unique sculptures. The art pieces will be sold via auction, and proceeds from the auction will be channelle

Jerrica

Sep 26, 2020