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So I'm in all the WapCar WhatsApp groups (you should join, they're the best if you want to meet other car people) and shortly after the handsome 2021 Toyota Yaris facelift broke cover, some members were abuzz with this question: "Why aren't we getting the JDM, TNGA-based 2020 Toyota Yaris here?" But this set of pictures tells a different story, or at least it seems on the surface. What is this Japan/European-spec Yaris doing in Thailand? Wearning no camo and with manufacturer trade plates has it

Sanjay

Dec 9, 2020

Di Jepun, kereta telah menjadi lebih daripada sebuah kenderaan. Akibat daripada industri yang berkembang pesat dan komitmen tinggi terhadap industri pembuatan, kereta dari Jepun telah menjadi sebahagian daripada gaya hidup dan budaya. Oleh hal yang demikian, tidak mengejutkan apabila kadang kala sebuah model JDM yang jarang dijumpai muncul di Malaysia. Malaysia juga tidak kurang dengan lambakan peminat permotoran akibat kerana mempunyai jenama tempatan. Kali ini, kami menemui sebuah Toyota AE101

Haris

Aug 25, 2020

If you are anything like us in the office, you probably had posters of a white Countach or a red F40 on your wall growing up. Younger readers - somewhere around my age - might've had Skylines or Supras instead. In a roundabout sort of way, that’s what the upcoming Nissan Z aims to be. “Great, just another unaffordable halo car that I can’t even dream to own?” Not quite. Read on… Good things going forward Let's show the elephant in the room the door first - it may not even be called the 400Z. “Th

Sanjay

Sep 24, 2020

Japan Domestic Market (JDM) memang dipenuhi dengan model-model yang dicemburui ramai peminat kereta. Untuk itu, tidak hairanlah sebuah Honda Civic lama mencapai harga yang sangat tinggi baru-baru ini. Honda Civic EK9 Type R hot hatch dengan jarak perbatuan hanya 2549 km telah di lelong di Jepun dengan harga 7.64 juta Yen iaitu RM 304,400.00. Model ini merupakan Honda Civic Type R yang pertama, turut didatangkan dengan warna hitam yang asal. Lebih menarik lagi, hampir kesemua Honda Civic EK9 Type

Haris

Jul 19, 2020

For a select few who dare to be different, the Honda Odyssey is what pops in their mind if someone says '7-seater Japanese MPV'. As we start the new year and look towards welcoming the Odyssey here in Malaysia sometime in 2021, let's take a look at the differences between the Japan- and American-spec Odyssey. Same name, different cars Yes they share the same name, but both cars are actually rather different. You have customer choices to thank for that. The first-generation Odyssey was launched i

Sanjay

Jan 10, 2021

** This article is the personal experience of a 2014 Mercedes-Benz W204 C200 owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar. Facebook: Aaron Yap The Mercedes-Benz W204 C200 is the first Euro car I have ever owned – prior to this, it was all JDM and Local. I picked up this gem of a car in 2019, as a replacement to my tired Proton Saga BLM. The other options that we were mulling over included the Mercedes-AMG CLA 45. Eventually, after lots of discussions and searching, we settled on th

Owner Review

Aug 18, 2020

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

Arif

Jan 23, 2021

The Perodua Alza driver who beat up a Honda S660 driver with a metal pipe has been arrested in Kota Kinabalu at around 2 pm yesterday (March 31). Previously, it was reported that a fight between the Alza driver and the 21-year-old S660 driver ensued at a traffic light in Jalan Kolam, Kota Kinabalu where the victim reprimanded the suspect for not using his turn signals. Also read: KK JDM fans, a Honda S660 owner lost 7 teeth after assault by Alza driver As a result, the victim found himself missi

Jerrica

Apr 1, 2021

In case you missed it, the whole of Malaysia except Sarawak will be observing the Movement Control Order (MCO) until 4 February 2021. While we can’t show our love for our cars by driving them, we can always sooth our souls with some car related action movies. Here’s a list of car movies that you can binge on during the lockdown! The rather mainstream films (No Fast and Furious movies included) Need for Speed If you’re looking for something to kick start your weekend, then Need for Speed is the s

Jerrica

Jan 23, 2021

The Honda Civic EK9 Type R will be turning 25. That means this JDM legend from the nineties is turning into a classic soon – yeah, we are feeling old. We’ve seen news of Toyota A80 Supras and Honda Integra DC2 Type Rs going for six figures at auctions in America. However, since the EK9 is still below the 25-year import rule, that means we won’t be seeing wild prices for them. Until now. According to OZM Auto Auction, a fresh-looking Honda Civic EK9 Type R in black with a mileage of only 2,549 km

CY Foong

Jul 19, 2020

Japanese seat manufacturer Bride is no stranger to car enthusiasts. Bride bucket seats are among the best in the industry. Models like the Zeta and Zieg are very much sought after by car enthusiasts. Not content with just producing high quality seats, Bride has now also moved to manufacturing face masks (yes, face masks). In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic afflicting the whole world, Bride has decided to utilise its expertise to also do their bit to help fight the pandemic. Called the 'BR

Jason

Jun 24, 2020

Subaru is set to launch its long-awaited all-new 2022 Subaru BRZ on 18-November. However, there’s some bit of unfortunate news. The BRZ will be a US-only model according to reports. There are no plans for the next-gen sports car to be brought over into Europe, a spokesperson told Autocar. This is similar to the Nissan Z Proto which will only be sold in Japan and U.S.A if it enters production. The 2022 BRZ will retain the sleek coupe profile as the outgoing BRZ and sport 18-inch wheels similar to

CY Foong

Nov 9, 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 Basic information 2012 Honda Jazz Hybrid (CBU) a.k.a Honda Jazz/Fit "Hybrid" RS Reason why I bought this car Hybrid Tax Exemption Car selection process I had a budget of: RM100k Models that I have considered include: Toyota Vios, Toyota Prius C, Honda City Reasons why I chose this car: Trim spec offered better than the rest User experience I ha

Owner Review

Dec 2, 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 Basic information 1991 Nissan 300ZX Z32 Reasons why I bought this car I had a Subaru Impreza version 8 and Subaru forester SG9 STi and you can’t deny the fact that the symmetrical AWD is such a fun thing to have in both the cars. But when I received a good offer on the Forester STi, I decided to let it go. While searching for another car I stum

Owner Review

Dec 6, 2020

Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 adalah sebuah kereta sport yang menjadi idaman pemuda pemudi yang baligh sekitar tahun 90an. Model lagenda ini membuat penampilan dalam filem francais Fast and Furious di samping permainan video Gran Turismo. Dengan harga model kereta JDM yang semakin mencanak, sebarang insiden berkaitan model-model rare ini pastinya akan menarik perhatian. Baru-baru ini, sebuah Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 yang kemalangan tular di laman sosial. Insiden yang dikatakan berlaku di Shah Alam ters

Haris

Jan 22, 2021

Gazoo Racing expands their portfolio yet again with the unveiling of the Toyota C-HR GR Sport. But bad news enthusiasts, because this car is only available in JDM-spec variant and only sold in Japan. The GR Sport version of the funky crossover is based off the recently updated version of the C-HR. So the C-HR GR Sport gets mechanical revisions of a new centre brace to boost body rigidity, muscled up coil springs, shock absorbers and stabilisers along with a modified steering feel for better dire

Jerrica

Oct 21, 2019

A Honda S660 owner found himself missing 7 teeth and sporting serious injuries to his head and arms after a fight with a Perodua Alza driver. Astro Awani reports that the 21-year-old had reprimanded the Alza driver for not using his turn signals before changing lanes when they were stopped at a traffic light in Jalan Kolam, Kota Kinabalu. During their altercation, the Alza driver started beating up the Honda S660 with a metal stick, breaking the Kei-car’s windscreen in the process, before turnin

Jerrica

Mar 31, 2021

Honda Accord Honda Malaysia offers the Modulo Package if you want to jazz up your 2020 Honda Accord, alongside other types of packages to suit your liking and need. But if you wanted to complete the look even further beyond what is offered within the Modulo Package, Honda’s Access division in Japan has come out with additional range of accessories that we personally think compliments the overall outlook of the Honda Accord, turning the sedate business outlook to a much sportier looking sedan. Fo

Zamil Syaheer

Apr 21, 2020

In anticipation of Honda Malaysia launching the 2020 Honda City, let’s take a quick look back at Honda’s popular sedan and a gateway for many Honda fanboys. It is turning 25 soon, after all. “But the City isn’t 25. There was a smaller JDM car made much earlier in 1981, so it should be 40.” Well, I hear you loud and clear but I’m just focusing on the City that moved most of South East Asia and not the little turbocharged bulldog. With that cleared up, let’s begin. The beginning The original City

CY Foong

Aug 20, 2020

It’s one of the oldest new cars that you can still buy in Malaysia, but the Perodua Alza is still one of Malaysia’s favourite MPVs. It’s a market that is slowly diminishing as most Malaysian families prefer getting SUVs instead. But while the Alza had turned 11 just a few days ago – it was launched on 23-November 2009 – its Japanese twin cousins were more or less domestic flops. The Toyota Passo Sette and Daihatsu Boon Luminas were sold for only 4 years between 2008 and 2012. So, what's the secr

CY Foong

Nov 29, 2020

The Japanese Bubble Era of the late eighties and early nineties was a wonderful time to be around as a car fan. That period saw Japan’s automotive industry exploded into an era filled with technological and design masterpieces. The soaring asset prices and strong Japanese yen caused Japanese automakers like Nissan, Toyota and Honda to be more daring by launching legendary icons like the R32 Skyline GT-R and the Honda NSX as well as luxury brands like Lexus and Infiniti. At the same time, most of

CY Foong

Jul 4, 2020

It has been long established that Mazda charts its own path when it comes to defying automotive convention and plays by its own rules. But hey, you don't become the only carmaker in the world to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans with a rotary engine by following what everyone else is doing. In doing so, Mazda and rotary engines became synonymous. The pinnacle of Mazda's rotary chronicles has to be the RX7 FD3S, the final one in a lineage of fine RX7s. You would've probably seen Takahashi Keisuke pilot

Jason

Jul 12, 2020

Honda City Hatchback 2021 membuatkan ramai yang gundah gulana. Ada yang kata ianya nampak kolot macam Proton Suprima S, dan ada juga yang kata ia nampak macam BMW 1 Series. Sementara menunggu Honda City Hatchback untuk dilancarkan di Malaysia menggantikan Honda Jazz, kami di WapCar ingin melihat bagaimana jika City Hatchback ini diberikan rupa luaran Spoon (penala Honda terkenal). Idea untuk menggunakan rupa luaran Spoon pada Honda City versi sedan telah dikongsikan oleh The Ajerul pada laman Fa

Zamil Syaheer

Dec 5, 2020

Baru-baru ini saya perhatikan banyak netizen Facebook riuh rendah tentang trend kereta berprestasi Jepun dari zaman 80an, 90an, sehingga awal tahun 2000 yang dijual dengan harga melebihi nilai sebenar. Malah ada yang mencecah enam angka bagi casis bukan original model tetapi ‘convert’. Apa cerita? Kalau lihat bahagian komen, mesti ada yang meninggalkan komen seperti “mahal tak kena gaya”, “tak berbaloi sebab ‘convert’”, ataupun “kereta dah lama pun harga neraka ke?”. Secara peribadinya, saya ber

Zamil Syaheer

Jan 16, 2021

Honda Jazz There has been rumors circling around that our current third-generation Honda Jazz will not be replaced with the recently launched fourth-generation Honda Jazz in Japan. Instead, we will be getting an entirely different car altogether, in the form of Honda City Hatchback. Patent drawings of the City Hatchback posted by canalcarros have been out in the internet for quite some time now, including a screenshot of the name trademark at Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO)

Zamil Syaheer

Mar 18, 2020

Ah, 1980s Japan, where the Bubble Era is thriving and some funky, awesome music genre filled bars and lounges across Tokyo called city pop. This was also a period where hardtop sedans ruled the Japanese car market. At the same time, as Japan’s economy was bubbling, so were the salaries of your average Japanese salaryman. Obviously, their choice of rides would be a Toyota Mark II or a Nissan Laurel with velour fabric seats. But there was a left-field choice for those who wanted to stand out from

CY Foong

Aug 13, 2020

Toyota in the 1990s was on a roll when it came to producing some of the greatest cars of the modern era. Models like the A80 Supra, SW20 MR2, the Z30 Soarer and even the X90 Chaser/Mark II/Cresta became modern cult classics among car fans. However, there is another Toyota model from that period that should also deserve to be a modern classic. It was revolutionary in design, had some clever engineering, and more importantly for a Toyota, pretty reliable. I'm of course talking about the first gene

CY Foong

Oct 25, 2020

Semalam, Volvo Cars Malaysia baru sahaja melancarkan Volvo XC40 T5 Recharge PHEV 2021. Ketika itu, kami perasan bahawa kelajuan maksimum buat SUV premium kompak tersebut dihadkan pada 180 km/j. Tanpa melengahkan masa, kami selidik dengan lebih menyeluruh. Rupa-rupanya, tetapan kelajuan maksimum sehingga 180 km/j bukanlah pada model ini sahaja. Malah, XC60 dan S60 juga telah ditetapkan begitu, kecuali Volvo S90. Untuk maklumat anda, perkara ini telah mencetuskan kontroversi di serata dunia. Seset

Faisal

Feb 26, 2021

The Court of Appeal has upheld a lower court ruling that the management of a car park is liable of negligence rendering disclaimers of exemption clauses posted by the car park non-viable. Sunway Parking Services Sdn Bhd was ordered to pay about RM 117,000 of damages to Euro Rent A Car Sdn Bhd in the case where the rental car company’s vehicle was stolen from the premises. This means that car park disclaimer notices posted at various locations of a parking lot informing visitors that the manageme

Jerrica

Dec 8, 2020

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

Faisal

Jan 22, 2021