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Is synthetic engine oil bad for older cars?

Besides the viscosity rating of engine oil, we also have the choice of what type of oil we’d like to use in our car – mineral oil, semi-synthetic oil, and fully-synthetic oil. While most of us would agree that fully synthetic engine oils are the better choice, some older cars show problems when fully-synthetic engine oil is used. We’ve talked about their differences before, and the main advantages of fully-synthetic oil would be the more consistent molecule size and the longer service interval.

ArifArif

Dec 6, 2020

Are you using the WRONG engine oil for your car?

With complete service packages offered when you buy a new car, you rarely need to make a choice when it comes to engine oils. Buy a brand-new Perodua Axia and Perodua will make sure the car uses the brand’s namesake oil during the warranty period. The same goes for other brands which may officially use Petronas or Shell lubricants at their service centres. Even when you go to your local workshop, they are usually already official distributors of certain engine oil brands. Deciding on what engine

ArifArif

Jun 23, 2020

Covid-19: Petronas offers free oil change for frontline workers

Petronas Dagangan Berhad, via its subsidiary, Petronas Lubricants Marketing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd has set up mobile workshops at selected hospitals to provide free oil change for frontline workers combating the Covid-19 pandemic. The mobile workshops are located at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKS), Hospital Sungai Buloh (HSB), and Pusat Perubatan Universiti Malaya (PPUM). Exclusive for frontline workers, Petronas will provide Syntium 3000 5W30 for cars above 1.6-litres and Syntium 800 10W40 for cars bel

EricEric

Apr 23, 2020

Mazda service centers switches to Petronas Syntium engine oil

Today, Bermaz Motor announced a supply agreement with Petronas Lubricants Marketing Malaysia (PLMM) for the supply of Petronas Syntium full-synthetic engine oil to Bermaz Motor dealership “For customers, Bermaz's agreement with PLMM represents another milestone in our pursuit of enjoyable and hassle-free ownership experience. Petronas Syntium full-synthetic engine oil will replace our current use of semi-synthetic engine oil at our Bermaz Motor dealerships. Beginning next month, the use of full

BrianBrian

Jun 15, 2020

HKS can now update the R32 Skyline GT-R's RB26 with modern tech, 600 PS and 5 L/100km?

HKS has showcased a new line of products for JDM enthusiasts, the “HKS Advanced Heritage”. Due to high customer demand, they have introduced a modernization package for the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R RB26 engine, the “RB26 Advanced Heritage”. By “modernization” we mean providing immense power, whilst still complying to Japan’s latest emission regulation and being somewhat fuel efficient. With the Advanced Heritage package, it is claimed that 600 PS could be extracted from the classic inline-6 engin

ArifArif

Jan 23, 2021

Mobil has a new engine oil that will protect your turbocharged engines

ExxonMobil has launched the Mobil Super 3000 All-in-One Protection series in Malaysia. The new engine oil will join the existing Mobil Super 1000 and 2000 range in the market. The Mobil Super 3000 All-in-One Protection range is a premium, fully synthetic engine oil formulated with Heat Activated Anti-Wear Molecule to protect the engine oil from high-temperature wear while keeping the engine clean. The product range also meets API SP and ILSAC GF-6A standards, claimed to deliver good fuel economy

JerricaJerrica

Nov 19, 2020

Shell launches new 0W-20 fully synthetic engine oil for compact cars

Compact cars has been the staple vehicle of choice for Malaysian, regardless of the economic situation. In the present day Malaysia, vehicles like the Perodua Bezza and Axia has been the go-to choice especially for e-hailing drivers and first-time owners. Knowing this, Shell Malaysia Trading Sdn Bhd has developed a new fully synthetic engine oil dubbed the Shell Helix ECO 0W-20. It is specifically made to cater for cars with engine capacities below 1,200cc. Shell claims the new engine oil will p

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Mar 2, 2020

Bunyi Toyota Corolla Cross hampeh? HKS ada kit ekzos ‘sedap’ untuk anda!

Dengan beransurnya teknologi kereta elektrik (EV) dan denda untuk ekzos bising di Malaysia, nampaknya dunia automotif kini cenderung ke arah sesuatu yang lebih senyap. Apapun, tuner HKS dari Jepun ingin perbetulkan ajaran ‘sesat’ ini dengan perkenalkan kit ekzos untuk Toyota Corolla Cross. Kejap. HKS??? Jenama tuner terkemuka, HKS, terkenal dengan pelbagai projek kereta yang hebat. Salah satunya ialah projek enjin Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 yang dinaik taraf untuk menghasilkan 600 PS tetapi dengan

FaisalFaisal

Mar 17, 2021

Take note Malaysian buyers: HKS has an exhaust kit for the Toyota Corolla Cross!

In a world that's increasingly quiet - advent of electric vehicles (EVs) and fines for loud exhausts in Malaysia, as examples - Japanese tuner HKS attempts to set the world straight again with their exhaust kit for the Toyota Corolla Cross. Wait, THE HKS? Yes, the real-deal HKS - purveyors of many cool cars and projects over the years, including updating the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R's RB26DETT mill to produce 600 PS yet still return a claimed fuel efficiency figure of 5 litres/100 km. Also read:

SanjaySanjay

Mar 15, 2021

Future locally assembled Proton-Geely models will use Petronas engine oil

The Proton X70 is the first model to be introduced to the local market since the inception of the Proton-Geely era. At present, the Proton X70 is fully imported from China while Proton upgrades its existing Tanjung Malim manufacturing facility. Some of you may not know but currently, the X70’s 1.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged TGDi engine is fed with Shell-branded engine oil. This raised some eyebrows among consumers as to why Proton did not engage its long-time lubricants partner, Petronas f

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Sep 26, 2019

Enjin RB26 Nissan Skyline GT-R anda lemau? HKS Advanced Heritage ada jawapannya!

Penala terkemuka dari Jepun, HKS baru sahaja melancarkan set pemulihan enjin untuk mengembalikan kehebatan enjin 'inline' 6 silinder Nissan ke zaman moden. Dikenali sebagai Advanced Heritage, ia menyuntik legenda enjin RB26 dengan pelbagai teknologi terkini untuk meningkatkan prestasi dan penjimatan minyak. Malah tetapan Advance Heritage yang khusus untuk enjin RB26 ini mampu meningkatkan kuasa sehingga 600 PS di samping mengurangkan penggunaan minyak sehingga 5 liter/100 km. Tidak cukup dengan

FaisalFaisal

Jan 22, 2021

Why scheduled oil changes are important for your car

The most “car maintenance” some us have done ourselves have probably been checking the engine oil dipstick, ATF dipstick, or at the very least, refilling the wiper fluid. Popping the hood is an unusual activity these days and is usually a sign of a broken car. Good regular maintenance can extend the service life of your car, and there are many aspects of car maintenance that we can talk about. To keep things short, we’ll be focusing on engine oil changes. Things will get a bit nerdy. We’ve alrea

ArifArif

Jun 26, 2020

Oil price is now in negative. US oil producers now have to pay buyers to store excess oil

Believe it or not, crude oil prices have gone down to negative. The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures, the benchmark for US oil, fell as low as negative USD 37 a barrel today. In other words, the excess capacity is oil supply is now so bad that not only is nobody buying oil in the US, but oil producers are now paying buyers to take crude oil away from them. Elsewhere, the situation isn’t as bad. Europe’s Brent crude oil index is still trading at around USD 25, but it’s down nine percent from

HansHans

Apr 21, 2020

Volkswagen offers up to RM 10k discount, 20% off engine oil, and more this CNY

A new year sometimes means a new car for some people and Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is offering deals and promotions this Chinese New Year including savings of up to RM 10,000 on selected Volkswagen models. Customers who book via the eShowroom will enjoy additional exclusive online savings on top of the ongoing ang pao rebates. Those interested in the Volkswagen Passat range will also enjoy free additional 1-year insurance or RM 5,500 savings. The following models are eligible for

CY FoongCY Foong

Jan 6, 2021

大马买家们注意了:HKS为Toyota Corolla Cross推出了排气改装套件!

在这个越来越安静的世界里——以电动汽车(EV)的出现和马来西亚对大音量排气管的罚款为例——日本改装商HKS试图用他们为Toyota Corolla Cross设计的排气管套件来重新纠正世界。 等等,是那个HKS吗? 没错,就是那个HKS——多年来,许多经典的改装车和项目都出自他们之手,其中就包括R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R的RB26DETT引擎升级,使其产生600 PS的马力,但仍能达到百公里5公升的燃油效率。 推荐阅读:HKS can now update the R32 Skyline GT-R's RB26 with modern tech, 600 PS and 5 L/100km? Corolla Cross有什么改装升级? HKS泰国分公司为Corolla Cross推出了“Legal”消声器系列。和名字一样,这组套件能够提供充满运动感的声音,但又不会过于炸街。 该套件配备了一个升级的排气中段、一个消声器盒,最后是一对碳纤维的排气尾段。 这套排气管由SUS304级不锈钢制成,只比原厂的声音稍大一点而已。其音量最大值达到82 dB,比原厂的76 dB增加了6

RaxRax

Mar 19, 2021

Should you buy engine oils from hypermarkets?

One of the very prevalent questions I get all the time on car maintenance, is about engine oils. This isn't surprising, seeing that it is the one thing we cannot avoid changing after a fixed interval. Often times you'll see hypermarkets selling brands like Shell, Castrol or other branded engine oils for a far cheaper price than it usually retails. Engine oils sold at hypermarts are cheaper, but its authenticity is hard to verify. If it's the real deal, you save some money. If it's not, you will

JasonJason

Jul 14, 2020

Engine mounting: 3 symptoms of bad engine mounts

Thanks to modern day sound insulation, you don’t realise how hot and bothered things are under the hood. Holding the engine in place and absorbing most of the engine's vibration are engine mounts. They take a lot of punishment. Although generally low-maintenance, engine mounts may wear out sooner than you think. Here we will discuss the symptoms of bad engine mounts in your car. A car engine is heavy. Even a small Perodua Axia’s 1KR-VE weighs about 70 kg. A Perodua Myvi’s 2NR-VE weighs about 86

ArifArif

Jul 21, 2020

Used car shopping: 6 tips for checking the engine

So, you want to buy a used car. Maybe it’s a project car, a unique car model you’ve always wanted, or a car model that’s not sold brand new in Malaysia. If your reason for buying a used car is a tight budget, you might want to consider other options like public transportation or a motorcycle. If you’re still here after reading that, we assume you’re serious about this, regardless of your reasons. Well, there’s a long list of things to look out for when buying used cars. In this article, we will

ArifArif

Aug 15, 2020

Mod My Car:  Shopping for a niche 15-year old car - My Subaru Impreza WRX STI

** This article is the personal experience of a 2005 Subaru Impreza WRX STI owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Timothy Tam ↓↓↓ Press Here To Share Your Story ↓↓↓ I first fell in love with JDMs back in 2003, fuelled by 2 Fast 2 Furious and Need For Speed: Underground. I used to spend hours on end customizing my cars on NFS:U and always wanted to own one of them one day, with the Skyline R34, Evo and Impreza being my favourites. Fast forward 15 years later, I finally decid

Owner ReviewOwner Review

Jul 21, 2020

Should you clean your engine bay?

Getting your car cleaned is very satisfying. Most of us just pay to get them cleaned while some of us prefer to do the job ourselves. Either way, the shiny exterior and spotless interior never fail to make our cars feel fresh. It’s the similar feeling you get after getting a haircut. One area that rarely gets attention at a car wash is the engine bay. Most of us never pop the hood unless our car breaks down or we need to fill up the wiper fluid. If left attended for a long time, the engine bay c

ArifArif

Oct 2, 2020

This guy blew a Koenigsegg Agera R engine by revving it hard at cold start

Koenigsegg Agera R is a very rare and expensive hypercar. Mere mortals who are given the chance to take a seat in one, let alone start-up and rev the 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8, can only consider themselves extremely lucky. But lady luck wasn’t on his side for this popular Chinese automotive vlogger. While documenting his first experience in an RMB 17 million (RM 10.2 million) Agera S, the vlogger was treated to a start-up and rev sequence. After the 1,140 PS engine came into life, he gave a few ha

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Jun 6, 2020

Oil-rich Saudi Arabia bans 16 carmakers for failing fuel standards

Saudi Arabia is one of the biggest producers of oil in the world and as the price of oil is cheap there, it’s common to see large SUVs roaming the streets of Riyadh and Jeddah. However, even the Saudis realise how important it is to improve fuel efficiency standards and they’re getting serious about it. According to Gulf News, the Saudi General Ports Authority has temporarily banned imports from 16 car companies for failing to submit their supply plan and commitment to comply with new fuel stand

CY FoongCY Foong

Sep 22, 2020

Aston Martin develops a new hybrid 3.0L V6 engine, more than 1000 PS possible

Aston Martin has confirmed the development of a fully in-house designed 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engine. It will power a new range of Aston Martin mid-engined cars, starting with the Valhalla that is slated to be released in 2022. The engine will be electrified and Aston Martin claims this new range of hybrid engines, with plug-in capability, will become the most powerful in the Aston Martin range. Final power and torque figures for the new 3.0-litre V6 have not been published, only that it wil

ShaunShaun

Mar 26, 2020

Shell Malaysia is cracking down fake engine oils sold online and in hypermarkets!

Ever wondered why some Shell engine oil are sold significantly cheaper on certain online platform and hypermarkets? Well, that’s because they’re probably fake. Tests by Shell Malaysia found that over 30 percent of engine lubricants sold in hypermarkets and unofficial online stores are fake. Shell Malaysia is working together with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNDHEP) to crack down on parties who are distributing counterfeit and illegal Shell lubricants. The company recen

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Sep 17, 2019

Tengku Djan’s D1GP drift machine is a 1,100 PS V8 Toyota GR Supra!

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 ChiaAdrian Chia

Jun 20, 2020

Mitsubishi Xpander’s 1.5L MIVEC engine, is it powerful enough?

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has previewed the highly-anticipated 2020 Mitsubishi Xpander in Malaysia. Prices of the Xpander will be announced in November and it will rival the Honda BR-V, Perodua Aruz, and Toyota Rush. Like its core rivals, the upcoming Mitsubishi Xpander is powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine. Codenamed 4A91, this naturally-aspirated petrol engine is good for 105 PS and 141 Nm. It also gets MIVEC variable valve timing on the intake and as well as timing chain. The 4A9-se

EricEric

Oct 26, 2020

Here is why Mazda’s rotary engines could become the engine of the future

The Wankel rotary engine remains as one of the most mysterious creations of the automotive industry. Not that we don’t know how it works, is just that enthusiasts just can’t stop talking about it. No, Mazda RX-7 owners, your engines burn more oil than a flaming oil rig and keeps needing a rebuild. Stop wishing it back! And no, you don’t need to tell me how a rotary works. Even so, the rumour mill of a new rotary renaissance has never stopped spinning since the demise of the RX-8. Every other yea

DanielDaniel

Aug 29, 2020

Over 30 percent of engine oils sold in hypermarts and online stores are fake

The prices of engine lubricants sold at hypermarts or even various online platforms can be attractive but unless you can verify its authenticity – which is quite difficult if you rely only on visual inspections – it is best to avoid them. The issue of counterfeit lubricants is not new but it remains rampant due to indifference among consumers, as well as weak enforcement. According to lab test by Shell Malaysia, using 12 randomly selected engine lubricant products purchased from hypermarkets and

HansHans

Sep 17, 2019

Starting your car's engine and idling is not enough to charge the 12V battery

Malaysia is now into its sixth week of the Movement Control Order (MCO) triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic. This also means that many cars have been left parked for an extended period of time. To be clear, leaving a car parked for an extended period of time won’t damage your car. It’s not unusual for new cars to be parked at a dealer’s lot for months before it is sold. My own 36-year old classic is driven only about once a month but it starts at the first crank every single time. The difference

HansHans

Apr 28, 2020

Mazda rotary engine is back, but it won't be in a sports car...

Mazda’s rotary engine has been widely reported to be used as a range extender for electric vehicles. Now, Mazda announced that the Mazda MX-30 electric vehicle will be available with a rotary range extender. The MX-30 is a pure battery electric vehicle (BEV) that offers around 200 km of range using a 35.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The reason for this small battery pack and limited driving range is to keep well-to-wheel CO2 emissions (CO2 produced from oil extraction to combustion applied thr

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Apr 9, 2020