Filem penapis haba (window tint) adalah salah satu aksesori utama kereta anda. Ia dikhususkan untuk memantul haba dan sinaran ultraviolet (UV) oleh matahari. Dengan cuaca yang panas di Malaysia, ia menjadi satu kewajipan untuk pengguna jalan raya. Sesetengah pihak menggunakan tinted atas dasar estetik atau privasi. Walaupun dengan pelbagai pilihan kualiti dan julat harga, tinted tetap akan haus dan lusuh apabila sampai waktunya. Antara tanda mudah untuk anda mengenal pasti keadaan ini ialah cala
Nov 15, 2020
At this point, it isn't even about rose-tinted glasses anymore - the 1980s and 1990s were good times for sports cars. Nissan seems to agree, if their fully-restored R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R is anything to go by. Recently, Nismo (Nissan's sporting arm, Nissan Motorsports International) opened their Nismo 'Restored Car' division, with the first product on their catalogue being this 'Godzilla' R32 GT-R. If you've somehow missed the whole hullabaloo about it, here's a quick low-down: the project esse
Mar 15, 2021
Peugeot Malaysia is attracting car buyers to put their money on down the 3008 and 5008 SUV Plus with a few benefits. From now until 31 December 2019, customers can trade in their cars and get up to RM 10,000 more than their current vehicle’s appraised value, essentially an overtrade. Also, customers who purchase the Peugeot 3008 or 5008 SUV Plus will be entitled to a 3-year, parts and labour included free maintenance service. Customers can also inquire for a special ownership financing with Affi
Nov 8, 2019
TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has had the Renault Subscription in place offering an alternative to traditional car ownership for some time now. But, in light of uncertain times ahead, TCEC is offering more savings by introducing a new Renault Pre-Owned Captur Subscription plan. Like the standard subscription that TCEC offers, the Pre-Owned Subscription is a 1-year plan that is offered at RM 1,299 per month inclusive of road tax, insurance, regular servicing and annual mileage cap of 20,000 km with a pre-o
Apr 25, 2020
As you know by now, the government’s Penjana economic stimulus package is currently offering full exemption for the 10 percent sales tax for locally-assembled passenger cars until 31-December 2020. Imported passenger cars will still have to pay sales tax, but only at half the normal rate. The keyword here is passenger cars. Pick-up trucks are classified as commercial vehicles, and as such, prices will remain unchanged. The good news is that Sime Darby Auto Connexion, the distributor of Ford vehi
Oct 13, 2020
GoCar Subs - ride-sharing company GoCar's car subscription programme - has announced today that they will be adding the Proton X50, Honda City, Mitsubishi Xpander and Nissan Almera to their fleet of cars, in addition to other promotions. The company is also offering 50 percent reductions on selected GoCar Subs monthly plans exclusively through their official store on Shopee, valid from 7-January to 31-January 2021. The offer is valid for the following models' monthly plans: GoCar Subs 2021 Promo
Jan 7, 2021
The Movement Control Order (MCO) in place to control the Covid-19 pandemic has put a huge speed bump on the various economic sector. The automotive industry has come to a complete halt as JPJ (Road and Transport Department Malaysia) has yet to resume new private vehicle registration (services related to commercial vehicles are available). It’s only a matter of time before consumers can go out and purchase their next perfect car. But with the soft economy that will prolong for the foreseeable fut
May 24, 2020
Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) is offering up some awesome ang pao money when you purchase a Ford Ranger during their Chinese New Year promotion. Between 6 January 2020 to 31st January 2020, SDAC is offering all purchases of the Ford Ranger Wildtrak and Ford Ranger Raptor purchased during this time period a free 2-year maintenance or up to 40,000 km warranty. Not only that, SDAC will also hand out a RM 2,000 red packet for every purchase along with a Ford Performance Golf Umbrella. SDAC is als
Jan 6, 2020
From now until the end of January 2020, Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia is offering cash rebates for the Triton, Outlander and ASX. For selected variants of the Triton, customers are entitled to either cash rebates or interest rate as low as 0.88%. Below is an overview of the promotion. Existing Mitsubishi owners and pick-up owners who purchase selected variants will be entitled to cash rebates of RM 3,000 and RM 2,000 respectively, on top of the promotions. Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia recently gave t
Jan 6, 2020
Leaving your car parked under the hot sun seems like a harmless thing to do. What’s the worst that could happen? Just a hot cabin, right? The truth is, the sun can damage your car after extended periods of exposure and this hurts the resale value of your car. Just like our skin, the car’s paint, rubber parts, and upholstery can only withstand that much sun. Things dry up and age faster when exposed to UV rays. Visible effects of sun damage are: Oxidation and fading of automobile paint Discoloura
Apr 7, 2021
Can you believe it? It's been 20 years since Shah Alam was declared a city! To celebrate its 20th Anniversary, the Shah Alam Municipal Council (MBSA) is holding a special promotion for compound payments throughout the month of October. Shah Alam Mayor, Datuk Haris Kasim, said that the month-long promotion is MBSA’s efforts to encourage those with compounds to clear their plate before MBSA takes action against them. From 1st to 31st October 2020, residents who pay their compound fines will receiv
Oct 2, 2020
** This article is the personal experience of a 2008 Lotus Elise 1.8 S owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Kelvin Tee The Everyday Sports Car Cars, what are they to you? A tool to get from A to B? A fun, great (not to mention pricy) hobby? This is a story about the car that I love and adore. A 2008 Lotus Elise 1.8 S. People have various reasons for owning a car but for myself, it has always been more than a tool for going around and about. I've always thought of
Jul 22, 2020
Shell is proud to drop the new Shell Helix HX8 0W 20 lubricant into the market for all modern passenger car engines and that’s not the only thing they drop! All motorists can now enjoy the benefits of the new Shell Helix HX8 0W 20 lubricant at a retail price of RM199 for the 4-litre pack while the smaller 1-litre pack will go at RM53.90. Shell promises that the new engine oil will deliver maximum performance while improving fuel economy. The low viscosity oil is also said to help better protect
Nov 5, 2019
Hyundai currently makes some of the prettiest-looking cars, but it is hampered by the perception of poor resale value. Globally, you would see Hyundais plying the roads and they also score very high in reliability ratings. But here, Malaysians prefer the appeal of the mighty 'lambang H' and its Japanese derivatives to a Korean brand. So, how true is the notion of Hyundais having poor resale value? Let's find out. For this article, we compare the fifth-gen Hyundai Elantra, the Honda Civic FB, and
Jan 2, 2021
Subaru WRX You are now able to visit selected Subaru showrooms and service centres nationwide as TC Subaru has resumed their operations from today onwards. Do note that several places will adhere to shortened operating hours due to Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) period, so please plan ahead. Do note that visitors must provide their details upon entry to the showroom to facilitate contact tracing. If you have a body temperature of over 37.5°, you will be barred from entry. As for owner
May 6, 2020
As more Malaysians turn to the e-hailing industry as a source of supplementary income, the need for efficient, comfortable and reliable cars to perform such duties has increased. In a move to promote the use of their vehicles within the industry, Proton has unveiled an offer to incentivise car buyers. Buyers who purchase a new Proton Persona, Iriz, Exora, Saga or Proton X70 from authorized Proton sales outlets, will now be rewarded with a Petronas fuel gift card worth RM500 or, if they prefer, a
May 11, 2020
Shell Malaysia has introduced two new Shell Helix engine oils – the Shell Helix Power and Shell Helix Protect. Shell aims to simplify engine oil buying. Customers can choose the right engine oil based on their driving style and needs. The new Shell Helix Power is designed to cater to highways and rugged terrain conditions that demand more power and acceleration. With performance-focused additives, the Shell Helix Power retails at RM 280 for a 4-litre pack. The Shell Helix Protect is specially de
Jul 15, 2020
Toyota Supra is a classic Japanese sports car. Born in 1979 and rolled out of the production line in 2002, Supra has been a legend of a Japanese sports car. After withdrawing from the mill for 17 years, Toyota Supra rises up again with a brand-new stance and prestige. The revival of the new Supra spurred great excitement among fans who prefer performance vehicles, while some concerns that a maximum of 335 horsepower will lead the Supra far away from derring-do. Recently, an exclusive interview w
Aug 12, 2019
Lampu yang terlalu ketara sememangnya menganggu pengguna jalan raya kerana ia boleh kelihatan silau. Hal ini lebih menguji apabila ia tidak kena pada tempatnya. Untuk maklumat anda, lampu kabus berfungsi sebagai penyuluh cahaya dalam keadaan kabus atau dengan jarak penglihatan yang terhad. Namun begitu, pemandu sering menyalahgunakan fungsi lampu ini. Antaranya ialah dengan menukar lampu kabus kepada warna yang berlainan supaya kelihatan lebih menarik. Sesetengah pemandu juga menyalakan lampu ka
Sep 28, 2020
In conjunction with the 60th anniversary celebration, MINI Malaysia is incentivising buyers with three benefits to own any of the MINI models from now until 31 December 2019. First of which is lower monthly installments starting from RM 2,388 with the MINI Balloon Financing, at a lowered interest rate starting from 0.77%. Second, new owners will enjoy the insurance rebate of RM2,000 off MINI vehicles with the MINI Financing plan. Lastly, with every purchase of any MINI models during the campaign
Oct 30, 2019
From now until 31st May 2020, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) is offering massive savings of up to RM 9,000 for their Ford Ranger for interested buyers. The Ford Ranger Wildtrak with its 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo engine and full range safety equipment will come with a RM 7,000 cash rebate. Alongside the Ranger Wildtrak promotions is the Ford Ranger XLT Family Promotion. All XLT variants will also come with cash rebates. Customers who purchase of the XLT 2.2-litre will enjoy a RM 9,000 cast rebate, whi
Apr 20, 2020
Ter Studios, a Thai body kit supplier, recently gave the 2020 Honda City a visual makeover with the Drive68 body kit. Up front, the front bumper extension gives off an aggressive visual intake on the fog lamp section. The lip features integrated reflective extensions on the corners of the bumpers. The rear bumper extension have been fitted with chrome-tipped exhausts that only serve as eye-candy. Paired with the faux exhausts is an inconspicuous diffuser-like element, complemented with a mesh-fi
Jun 10, 2020
If the 2020 Toyota Harrier isn’t enough for your taste, Gazoo Racing (GR) just released a sporty-looking body kit only available in Japan. Form over Function The body kit adds a sporty-looking front and rear diffuser, side visor fins, side skirts and a rear spoiler. You can further add on air intakes on the bumpers, 4 stainless steel-tipped faux exhausts, red racing stripes, 20-inch black multispoke alloy rims and tinted windows. So is there anything functional? An anti-sway bar made by Yamaha i
Jun 23, 2020
Pemasangan cermin gelap atau lebih dikenali sebagai cermin ‘tinted’ sememangnya digemari pemilik-pemilik kereta di Malaysia. Ia bukanlah untuk gaya semata-mata, tapi ia dipasang untuk keselesaan pemandu dan penumpang yang terpaksa mengharungi cuaca panas terik di Malaysia. Ramai yang sedia maklum bahawa kadar ketelusan cahaya bagi cermin gelap yang dibenarkan ialah 50% bagi cermin sisi pemandu manakala bagi cermin hadapan pula 70%. Cermin penumpang belakang serta cermin di pintu bonet pula kadar
Mar 15, 2021
The president of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, said he will send a high-level team to meet with top executives of U.S. automaker Tesla as the country aims to become the world’s biggest producer of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The meeting may have already gone underway as we speak. More popularly known by the name Jokowi, the president told Reuters in an interview last Friday that the trip will be part of Indonesia’s promotion of its new, so-called “Omnibus” Job Creation law, which simplifies doing
Nov 18, 2020
Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia, today announced its Service Promotion for the year end starting 23 November 2020 to 15 February 2021. SDAC customers can take advantage of savings up to 20 % on vehicle maintenance on selected parts and engine oils. A savings of 10 % on labour fees for lubricant, brake and timing belt packages can also be enjoyed. Furthermore, customers can benefit from a 27-point vehicle inspection conducted by Ford-certified technicia
Nov 24, 2020
Today is Friday, Sep. 3. Here are Quick Grab-n-Go new car promotions, offers and upcoming events in Malaysia after Hari Merdeka you need to know! Ongoing Car Promotions, Offers and Events Proton 1 Tank Adventure 2019 PROTON'S 1 Tank Adventure is back in town and this year will be filled with many thrilling activities. Proton is looking for participants to explore Malaysia while using the least amount of fuel possible in the latest range of PROTON cars. Also, there is more than RM100,000* worth o
Sep 3, 2019
October is about to be the hottest month yet - not in terms of weather, but in new car launches. The B-segment will be particularly busy, since we'll see the all-new Honda City and Nissan Almera coming into play. This leaves the Toyota Vios (alongside the VW Vento) as the only ones without the shiny 'all-new' tag then. Two words that seemingly make a ton of difference, but is that really the case? Pros - Drives better than you think Say what you want, but the Vios is a nice car to drive. Gentle
Sep 19, 2020
UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT), the distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in Malaysia today announced new prices for its vehicles beginning 15 June 2020, following the incentives provided to the Malaysian automotive industry announced by the Prime Minister. “Toyota vehicles are now more affordable than ever. Customers should take this opportunity to upgrade or purchase a new Toyota. All relief from the new tax structure have been factored into the new pricing, considered in the best interest
Jun 12, 2020
** This article is published on WapCar Community. Click the link below to enter the community for car enthusiasts in Malaysia https://www.wapcar.my/forum Model: 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5TC-P Issue(s): Honda Sensing concern Hi! I have never considered wanting to own/use a HONDA as I have always known that this brand in this part of the world (Malaysia as we speak) is OVER-RATED and OVER-SENSUALIZED. The money paid is not that worth the value or returns expected as there are better options and packages.
Dec 11, 2020
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