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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

Minggu lalu, kami menceritakan tentang sebuah kereta mewah eksekutif iaitu Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Namun begitu, sesetengah pihak berpendapat bahawa ia terlalu besar. Maka itu, mari kita lihat versi kompak pula iaitu Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204. Untuk maklumat anda, kereta mewah kompak sering dianggap lebih menarik kerana ia lebih mudah untuk dikendalikan. Ditambah pula dengan kualiti yang premium, kereta eksekutif kompak seperti C-Class mempunyai pakej yang cukup diminati ramai tidak mengira golo

Faisal

Nov 17, 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

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

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

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

The all-new Honda City RS is set to make its global debut in Malaysia soon. It will be the world's first Honda City to feature the company's latest 2-motor full-hybrid i-MMD drivetrain. We’ve driven the car, albeit for a short while and all photos or videos of the car’s interior are embargoed until the car is launched. You can read our review here. The video above demonstrates the Honda City RS' Sensing feature at work. As explained in our review, the City RS’ Sensing features an upgraded, wider

Hans

Sep 26, 2020

Honda has revealed its second all-electric model after the Honda e in the form of the Honda SUV e:concept at Auto China 2020 in Beijing. The SUV e:concept is expected to be Honda’s first EV model to be introduced in China in the future. It looks very sleek and sporty, which got us thinking whether this design will be as production-ready as the Honda e when it was first shown as a concept back at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The SUV e:concept’s designs aren’t entirely extreme but the shape of the

CY Foong

Sep 28, 2020

From dropping its cars from the air to implementing a 180 km/h speed limit, Volvo Cars has been always at the forefront of safety. However, did you know its Volvo Cars Safety Centre crash lab is turning 20? When it was opened in 2000, the crash lab was one of the most advanced crash labs in the world and in many ways, it probably still is. On average, the lab crashes at least one brand-new Volvo a day and it has been important in maintaining Volvo Cars’ position as the leader in automotive safet

CY Foong

Dec 7, 2020

TC Subaru (Thailand) has launched the all-new 2021 Subaru Outback 2.5i-T Eyesight at the Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). Only one variant is available on sale and it comes fully imported from Japan. On the outside, the Outback gets automatic LED headlights paired with C-shape DRLs. The crossover rides on new 18-inch dual-tone 5-spoke wheels. The SUV also gets hands-free electric tailgate to make things more convenient for loading items. Head inside and you will find a dual-tone tan and

Jerrica

Mar 24, 2021

Sales of the all-new 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has begun in Europe, just over a month after its global debut. At launch in Europe, the petrol variants available are the C180, C200, and C300. Both the C200 and C300 get all-wheel drive (4Matic) option. Meanwhile, diesel options are the C220d and C300d. To recap, the C180 and C200 are powered by a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine with an integrated starter generator (ISG), producing 170 PS/250 Nm and 204 PS/300 Nm respectively. The C300 ge

Shaun

Mar 31, 2021

A week ago, Bentley Kuala Lumpur extended an invite to us to sample the new 2021 Bentley Bentayga. As far as obvious goes, we happily said yes. To ensure we had enough seat time in the Bentayga, Bentley planned a day trip that allowed us to drive from KL to Ipoh and back. Opulent, wafty, sumptuous, classy. These are a few words that are used to describe the experience in a Bentley, be it as a driver or passenger. This is no different an experience in the Bentayga. After spending the best part of

Jason

Aug 16, 2020

Perodua kicked off the new decade with their new 2020 Perodua Bezza facelift. Now with a more aggressive exterior styling, improved features but at a higher price tag. Major highlights done to the styling of the facelift Bezza include LED reflector headlamps that are standard across the board, sharper bumpers and upsized 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheel design for the 1.3 Advance variant. We’ve broken down in detail every change done to the new Bezza compared to the old car which you can read here.

Adrian Chia

Jan 17, 2020

During the recent Lexus UX drive, we were impressed with how the CVT operates and feel. Combined with the new 2.0-litre Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine, the Lexus UX felt peppy and engaging to drive around town. However, not many are aware of Toyota’s CVT being one of the most technologically advanced CVT out there, so we decided to share this with you readers for further understanding. First, we need to understand the concept of CVT. CVTs, or continuously variable transmission is known for b

Zamil Syaheer

Mar 6, 2020

Allow me to begin by saying this isn’t about condemning the 2019 Proton Saga facelift because I genuinely adore it. So much in fact, I have one sitting right at home. At under RM 40k, there are no other cars that pack quite as much value as the Proton Saga. It drives well, has decent refinement, and a bonus would be the touchscreen infotainment system that is slick to use. Proton Saga But after living with it for a good month, I’ve come to notice a few niggles with the car and these may not be i

Shaun

Jun 11, 2020