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FYI: No convoys allowed on Genting roads for the time being

Over the weekend, a video of a police officer announcing that they have been instructed to prevent any convoys of sports cars, superbikes, or even standard motorcycles from entering Genting's private roads went viral. The video was first circulated in WhatsApp groups before getting uploaded onto Facebook. According to Genting Management's auxiliary police, the order was issued by the Management to set up a roadblock preventing convoys from entering the roads up to Genting. As of yet, the police

JerricaJerrica

Jul 6, 2020

Konvoi kenderaan dilarang naik ke Genting

Sebuah video pegawai polis tular apabila mengumumkan bahawa mereka menerima arahan untuk menghalang konvoi kereta sport, motorsikal berkuasa tinggi dan motosikal biasa dari memasuki jalan persendirian Genting. Video tersebut tular dalam kumpulan WhatsApp sebelum dimuat naik ke Facebook. Menurut polis bantuan pihak pengurusan Genting itu, perintah tersebut dikeluarkan oleh pihak pengurusan untuk membuat sekatan jalan raya dengan menghalang konvoi memasuki jalan raya ke Genting. Sehingga kini, pol

HarisHaris

Jul 6, 2020

Buying used cars: 5 signs a car has been in an accident

A knight in shining armor is a man who has never had his metal truly tested. Likewise, a pristine looking car is a car that hasn’t been driven much. While the former may be an inspirational phrase, the latter is a sign of a good used car. When shopping for a used car, it is normal to see dings, scratches, or the occasional putty. Small damages are good for bargaining, but a used car with major damage is much better avoided. Whether or not to go on with the purchase is entirely up to you. This en

ArifArif

Aug 21, 2020

Jaga-jaga, Polis komited buru motosikal ekzos bising

Jika anda pemilik motosikal yang melakukan ubah suai melampau terutama di bahagian ekzos bagi mendapatkan bunyi yang 'mengancam', ini mungkin berita buruk buat anda. Memetik laporan Berita Harian, Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) akan menjalankan operasi besar-besaran bagi memburu pesalah trafik dengan fokus kepada pengguna motosikal yang mengganggu ketenteraman awam dalam tempoh terdekat. Perkembangan itu disuarakan sendiri Ketua Polis Negara, Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador dalam satu wawancara khas di

KhairilKhairil

Dec 31, 2020

Watch: Perodua Myvi brakes to 'kepochi' Bomba, causes an accident

A video of Bomba putting out fire on a badly burning car caught our attention recently, but it was not because there is a car on fire, instead it was what happened after that. A Perodua Myvi caused another accident on the highway as he slowed down to watch the Bomba put out the fire of the burning car. In the video, the person holding the camera was focussed on the burning car that the fire brigade was already working put out. But “auntie” unwittingly caught the accident between 2 Perodua Myvis

JerricaJerrica

May 27, 2020

Woman’s Toyota Vios summoned in accident 1 year after it was declared a total loss

A woman whose Toyota Vios was declared a ‘total loss’ in 2019 received a shock when she was issued a summon for an accident that happened a year after her car was scrapped. The woman, known only as Lee, told Free Malaysia Today (FMT) that her Vios was declared beyond repairable and a total loss by both the insurance company and panel repair shop following a serious accident in June 2019. She received RM 45,000 from her insurance provider and moved on from the accident. But the incident came back

JerricaJerrica

Apr 14, 2021

PDRM debunks Subang Jaya exit viral accident: No foul play here

Last week a video of a white car losing control and crashing into a barrier at a highway exit went viral. News then quickly spread that the cause of the crash was due to sabotage but the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has since clarified that the accident was not caused by malice. According to the Subang Jaya district police chief, Asst Comm Risikin Satiman, the accident captured in the video is not a recent event but one that happened on July 17. Risikin clarified that the driver was attempting

JerricaJerrica

Aug 17, 2020

Makcik Bawang amuses social media with their reaction to accident

We’ve seen plenty of accident videos, some can be horrifying while others would tickle our funny bone. One such video features a bunch of makciks (aunties) reacting to an accident between a Perodua Kelisa and Proton Wira has caught the amusement of the internet. Warning: Turn down the volume before playing the video. While gossiping away about their social lives, the aunties encountered a Perodua Kelisa who tried to cut through 3 lanes to make the turn rather than go straight. Ultimately, the Ke

JerricaJerrica

Mar 24, 2021

Speedy repair on pothole that caused fatal accident near Mid Valley

A pothole on Jalan Tengah heading towards Mid Valley has caused the unfortunate death of a motorcyclist on Sunday around 7.30 am. Preliminary investigations by the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) showed that the motorcyclist was riding over a pothole when he was thrown off his motorcycle. JSPT chief Asst Comm Zulkefly Yahya added that the rider, identified as 75-year-old Ho Yan Yee, died at the scene of the accident. Since the accident yesterday morning, the

JerricaJerrica

Jan 4, 2021

Myvi catches fire in the same location as fatal Bezza accident from a day ago

Another horrifying accident has been reported at the same location just one day after reports of a fatal accident between a Toyota Hiace and Perodua Bezza. A Perodua Myvi caught fire after it collided with a Proton X70 along Jalan Saujana Impian yesterday at around 8 am. Selangor Fire and Rescue director (JBPM) director Norazam Khamis told Harian Metro that their department received a call about a burning vehicle at around 8.30 am yesterday. Five officers and one fire truck from the Kajang Fire

JerricaJerrica

Mar 9, 2021

Why your next car should come with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay

I remember the first time I tried Android Auto – it was back in 2016 with the debut of the all-new tenth-generation Honda Civic. I plugged my phone via USB into the Civic, went through a few confirmation screens on my phone and started Android Auto itself. Android Auto, as how Google envisioned it, is their answer to bridging smartphones and in-car infotainment, allowing drivers to enjoy a tailored Google experience while driving. In case you’re wondering, Android Auto is strictly limited to And

EricEric

Sep 27, 2019

How to get Android Auto on any car for just RM 20!

Trust us when we say Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity are make-or-break features when it comes to buying a new car in Malaysia. But not everyone of us can go after a new car in this economic climate, so we'll show you the next best thing - getting Android Auto to work on the car you already own. I installed a relatively cheap (~RM 300) Android-based touchscreen headunit in my 2003 Toyota Vios, and this guide will help you get Android Auto running on something similar installed in your

SanjaySanjay

Jan 17, 2021

Owner Review: A Dad's take on a Soccer Mom's Car - 2013 Nissan Serena S-Hybrid

** This article is the personal experience of a 2013 Nissan Serena S-Hybrid C26 owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: EZ Wong About My Car It's actually my CFO’s car & I will narrate it as my own :) The Nissan Serena S-Hybrid was originally registered at the end of 2013 & we bought it at a very good price as a Nissan Pre-Reg unit in February 2015. The C26 is powered by a MR20DD 2.0-liter engine with 147 PS and 210 Nm (figures are from the engine alone, excluding 5

Owner ReviewOwner Review

Jul 15, 2020

Cash strapped car owners are burning their cars to claim insurance

A 35-year-old insurance agent has been arrested on suspicion of conspiring with vehicle owners in multiple insurance scams. The suspect is linked to 3 cases involving 8 vehicles burnt to the ground worth RM 190,000. According to the Head of the Crime Investigations unit, Senior Assistant Commissioner Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid, the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) believe that the cars were intentionally set on fire after they were doused in kerosene. The first case was reported on 9 June 2020 invo

JerricaJerrica

Nov 23, 2020

3 Kebaikan & Keburukan: Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ 2021, ‘power’ dan macho tapi kurang selesa?

Kalau anda perasan, Toyota Fortuner sebenarnya juara dalam segmen SUV yang menggunakan ladder-frame di Malaysia. Ford Everest suam-suam kuku sahaja, manakala Isuzu MU-X baru tidak dijual di Malaysia. Adakah ini bermakna Fortuner ini sebuah SUV yang terbaik dalam segmennya? Tidak juga. Jadi apa yang ‘best’ dan ‘tak best’ pasal Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ? Jom kita lihat lebih lanjut. Kalau anda taktau, ini salah satu kenderaan rasmi yang digunapakai oleh Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ). Kebaikan Toy

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Apr 10, 2021

Flying car in 2021 achieved! This is proof that Perodua Myvi can fly!

Social media users were amused by a viral video of a Perodua Myvi stuck in a very unusual circumstance. According to the video, the Myvi had flown over a huge storm drain and landed in the middle of a park! The unusual accident happened in Iskandar Puteri, Johor and the video has since drawn plenty of jokes about the ‘King of the Road’ and about who needs a flying car when we already have the Myvi. According to a Facebook post by the Johor Fire and Rescue Department, they were alerted of the acc

JerricaJerrica

Mar 23, 2021

Buying guide: 5 things to lookout for when buying a used car

Want that dream car of yours but can’t afford to buy new? The used car market is one solution. If you are shopping for a used car, here are the list of things that you should look out for. 1. Check paintwork, body panels, engine bay, and underneath of the car First impression matters. The outlook of the car is what makes you attracted to it in the first place, so naturally, this will be the first thing you should look at. Always inspect the car in daylight, because the sun's reflection can tell

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

May 15, 2020

Can't resist Lambang H! This guy stole a Honda Civic police car to impress his girlfriend

If you think you’ve seen it all, think again. On 25 October 2020, news that a man had successfully stolen a brand-new Honda Civic 1.8S police patrol vehicle (MPV) from Seberang Perai Utara district HQ went viral on social media. The suspects were enjoying a joyride in Shah Alam before the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) caught up with them. A source told News Straits Times that the men who stole the MPV were brothers, aged 28 and 32. The brothers had posed as policemen from the information technol

JerricaJerrica

Oct 26, 2020

8 years jail for suspects that caused fatal Aruz-Waja-Myvi cop car crash in Johor

On November 1st, news of a high-speed car chase resulting in the death of a young constable in Johor went viral. The suspects who got away at that time have now been charged with multiple offences with the heaviest penalty being 8 years in jail and a RM 30,000 fine. According to previous reports, the police officers first gave chase when they came across the Perodua Myvi that was driving around suspiciously. During the chase, the Proton Waja patrol vehicle clipped the Myvi and spun before landin

JerricaJerrica

Nov 13, 2020

Proton X70 bukan sekadar rebadge? Ketahui mengapa ini bukti komitmen Geely-Proton!

Proton X70 Geely adalah antara jenama kereta terbesar di dunia. Antara strategi perniagaan Geely yang paling sensasi adalah membeli pegangan syarikat Proton pada tahun 2017. Langkah ini mendapat reaksi yang berbeza-beza daripada ramai pihak. Bukan sekadar mahu gah atas kertas, Geely menegaskan bahawa komitmen terhadap Proton bukan sekadar ‘pintu gerbang’ untuk menjual model Geely di pasaran Malaysia namun lebih kepada membantu Proton berjaya dengan jenama sendiri. Mengorak langkah pertama, Geely

HarisHaris

Aug 26, 2020

Sell your car to GoCar Subs, then continue to drive it or upgrade it

Though launched in 2019, GoCar’s subscription programme is relatively low-key next to the brand’s on-demand car-sharing service. But one year later, GoCar has not only revamped their entire subscription programme but expanded it and rebranded it as GoCar Subs. GoCar Subs now offers an extended fleet of vehicle options from sedans, SUVs, MPVs and even a pick-up truck. The fleet consists of cars made up of various brands including Perodua, Proton, Nissan, Toyota, Honda and even continental cars li

JerricaJerrica

Jul 30, 2020

Mercedes-AMG GT R F1 safety car gets colourful new look

After months of delay due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Formula 1 season is set to return this weekend in Austria. While fans can’t wait to see the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, and Max Verstappen returning to the track, there is one important car that helps to keep things under control when there’s an accident on the track or when the weather is bad, and that's the safety car. Mercedes-AMG has been the official safety car manufacturer for nearly 25 years beginning with

CY FoongCY Foong

Jul 3, 2020

Caution: Seiyong S1, a Chinese industrial garbage could end up in Malaysia

Ho Wah Genting Berhad (HWGB) and its subsidiary HWGB EV has over the last five days, signed three separate but related Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with 3 Chinese parties, all related to the manufacturing and sale of Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) in Malaysia. But before that, it is important to point out that Ho Wah Genting is not related to the Lim family’s Genting Highlands Resort. The first MoU is with Seiyong Motor, a little-known Chinese electric car maker founded in 2017. The annou

EricEric

Mar 25, 2021

MIROS: Ban the sales of dangerous car accessories

The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) has urged the government to ban the sale of car accessories that could pose a fatal risk, especially in the event of a crash. According to Berita Harian, one such item is the dummy buckle, which was originally meant for plus-sized individuals, but has since been misused by people who refuses to buckle up while driving. By inserting the dummy buckle into the seat belt buckle, these drives can avoid the annoying chimes a modern car emits when

EricEric

Jul 9, 2020

WapCar Morning Insiders (Oct. 22, 2019)

Today is Tuesday, October. 22 Local News Proton expands business in Kota Kinabalu Proton has officially cut the ribbon to their new 3S centre in Kota Kinabalu. The new centre is run by Shirba Auto World Sdn Bhd and is the third Proton outlet to open in the city. Shirba Auto 3S centres spans a total of 2,259 square metres and has a capacity to fit 12 service bays, 6 service hoists, a comfortable customer lounge and even offers free WiFi. Mira Filzah wins a Nissan X-Trail Hybrid As the official ve

TasiaTasia

Oct 22, 2019

Confirm no tampered mileages here, Proton launches certified used car website

Proton has launched the Proton Certified Pre-Owned (PCPO) website. It allows customers to browse through current stocks available at selected dealers nationwide as well as quickly trade-in their existing car for great deals on a new Proton model. Proton established a Used Car Management (UCM) division, which was tasked to grow a network of dealers to sell used cars alongside new ones. There are now 36 Proton outlets that feature the PCPO programme. There are several requirements before qualifyin

ShaunShaun

Nov 12, 2020

General buying guide: 5 must-have features in a new car

It’s 2020 and while we still haven’t seen any flying cars whizzing around, it’s fair to say that the tech we’re getting in today’s cars has improved tremendously. Want proof? Here's a clip from an episode of Top Gear from 2005 featuring an orangutan and an S-Class. Fast forward fifteen years later and a lot of the tech seen in a large German luxury car that cost nearly a million ringgit at the time are seen in regular cars today like the Toyota Vios and even the humble Perodua Myvi. We are livin

CY FoongCY Foong

Jul 13, 2020

Driving your car less this MCO? Here's how to keep it running smoothly.

Just like that, we are 2 weeks into MCO 2.0. This most likely means that most of us are working from home, which then means our cars aren't driven much. Nevertheless, there are some things you can do to keep your car in tip top condition despite it being underdriven. Here are some pointers that might be useful to keep in mind in this second MCO season. Don't park under trees You might think that parking your car under trees is a good idea, since the car does get some shade from the sun. Well, if

JasonJason

Feb 14, 2021

2 boys found 12 hours after they were thrown out of a Toyota Caldina

As Malaysians begin their balik kampung journeys, news about highway accidents have started surfacing. Images of an overturned Toyota Caldina surfaced on social media accompanied by captions that 2 injured boys were found pinned down in pain 12 hours after the accident happened. According to authorities, the accident that happened along the Plus Highway near Kulai was caused by a blown rear tyre, which caused the car to crash in a ditch instantly killing the driver, Herry Mohd Ali, and his wife

JerricaJerrica

May 12, 2020

Second generation Nissan Leaf launched in Malaysia – RM 188,888

The all-new Nissan Leaf is now available in Malaysia. Available in just one high-specification variant, the second generation Leaf is priced at RM 188,888. The fully electric (BEV or Battery Electric Vehicle) Leaf now comes with a 40 kWh lithium-ion battery, which gives it an ample 311 km driving range (when tested under the ECE R101 New European Driving Cycle, NEDC). Nissan distributor Edaran Tan Chong Motor is keen to point out that most Malaysians don’t drive more than 200 km per day and thus

RobertRobert

Jul 24, 2019