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Evolution of the Proton Saga in 35 years  - The pride of Malaysia or wasted potential?

Proton was one of the few carmakers to emerge from the 80s (coincidentally, Geely was also part of that small batch). The first car to bear the Proton name was the Proton Saga. Based on the Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore, the Saga was a big deal for Malaysia when it first came to fruition in 1985. Thirty five years later, the Saga remains highly relevant. The compact saloon is affordable and perfect for young families. It is a worthy successor to the “Saga” name. Having evolved over 35 years, the Saga

ArifArif

Oct 26, 2020

Barang Rare: Proton Knight 1989/1990 lengkap dengan aksesori tambahan!

Proton Knight dilancarkan pada Mac 1989 hasil daripada inspirasi siri drama televisyen terkenal ketika itu, Knight Rider. Pada asalnya Proton Knight adalah sebuah Proton Saga Aeroback yang ditambah baik. Kereta ini menggunakan enjin Magma 8 injap yang merupakan sebuah naik taraf daripada Proton Saga Aeroback generasi sebelum itu yang menggunakan enjin Orion. Selain daripada cat badan kelabu gelap, decal dan lencana Knight di bahagian belakang, kereta ini juga datang dengan pilihan spoiler jenis

HarisHaris

Jun 24, 2020

Tun M checks out some restored Proton Sagas; Confirms Perodua Ativa is his own car

After showing off his brand new Perodua Ativa, a car that he confirmed in this video is his own purchase, former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamed is now checking out some restored Proton Sagas. Also read: Tun M receives delivery of his Perodua Ativa; Check out that number plate! Two cars were on display, a standard 1989 Proton Saga and a 1986 Proton Saga Orion. The green car (WBH 5581) is the first generation Orion engine model, while the red car (WBT 2289) is a later model with a newer Ma

JerricaJerrica

Apr 16, 2021

Evolusi Proton Saga: Kebanggaan Malaysia atau potensi yang sia-sia?

Proton ialah antara beberapa syarikat pengeluar kenderaan yang muncul pada era 80-an. Kereta pertama yang menggunakan nama Proton adalah Proton Saga. Dibangunkan berdasarkan Mitsubishi Lancar Fiore, Saga merupakan antara keunggulan Malaysia sewaktu ia dirasmikan pada tahun 1985. Untuk pengetahuan anda, sedan kompak ini dihasilkan untuk berharga mampu milik dan sesuai untuk keluarga muda. 35 tahun kemudian, ia masih relevan. Sedan ini masih memiliki kekuatan yang ada pada nama “Saga” selama ini.

FaisalFaisal

Nov 1, 2020

BMW Z4, prices confirmed for Malaysia, RM 479,800

Following its earlier preview, BMW Malaysia has now confirmed that the Z4 is now available for purchase at all BMW dealerships nationwide, with a starting price of RM 479,800. That’s slightly higher than the previous estimated price of RM 456,800. Available in just a one sDrive30i variant, the 2.0-litre turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine Z4 produces 258 hp/400 Nm. Drive is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The chassis comes with M Sport Suspens

RobertRobert

Jul 23, 2019

Maserati Levante Trofeo Launch Edition lands in Malaysia – 3.8 Ferrari V8 twin turbo, from RM 838k

Naza Italia, the official distributor of Maserati vehicles in Malaysia today launched the Maserati Levante Trofeo Launch Edition at a closed-door private preview. Only 100 units of the Launch Edition are produced globally, and Naza Italia is able to bring in three units in a palette of three unique colours: Blu Emozione Matte, Giallo Modenese, and Rosso Magma with Nerissimo package. The Launch Edition is identical to the Levante Trofeo, which is fitted with a 3.8-litre Ferrari V8 twin-turbo prod

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Jun 4, 2020

Maserati Levante Trofeo Launch Edition kini di Malaysia – 3.8 Ferrari V8 twin turbo, dari RM 838k

Naza Italia, pengedar rasmi Maserati di Malaysia telah melancarkan model Maserati Levante Trofeo Launch Edition di acara prebiu pintu tertutup tempoh hari. Hanya 100 unit Launch Edition dihasilkan oleh Maserati untuk pasaran dunia, dan Naza Italia Berjaya membawa masuk tiga unit SUV berprestasi tinggi ini dengan tiga warna unik: Blu Emozione Matte, Giallo Modense dan Rosso Magma dengan pakej Nerissimo. Model Launch Edition ini sama dengan varian Levante Trofeo yang datang dengan enjin 3.8 liter

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Jun 5, 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

Proton Saga, Waja pakai enjin Honda Civic Type R? Inilah ‘engine swap’ pelik dalam casis Proton!

Sebut saja Proton, memang kerjasama jenama itu dengan Mitsubishi suatu masa dahulu tidak boleh dilupakan, bermula daripada Proton Saga 1985 sehinggalah Proton Inspira 2014. Sepertimana anda tahu, Proton mengambil asas platform Mitsubishi yang lama seperti Lancer, Eterna, Mirage, dan Galant sebelum merombak model-model ini menjadi model seperti Saga, Wira, Satria, Putra dan sebagainya. Oleh itu, maka tak hairanlah banyak pemilik Proton menukar enjin asal kereta mereka ke model yang lagi berkuasa.

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Nov 26, 2020

2021 Nissan Navara facelift unveiled - Mother trucker updated with LED headlights, ADAS

It has been 6 years since the global debut of the NP300-generation Nissan Navara. And now, the 2021 Nissan Navara facelift is finally unveiled after several teases. As seen in the previous teaser, the headlamps are LED units with daytime running lights (DRL). Taillamps are LED units as well, with new signature graphics. It also wears the new V-motion family face. There's a new PRO-4X grade that comes with black Nissan emblem, a black front bumper and black grille, door handles, roof racks and ru

ShaunShaun

Nov 5, 2020

Honda City 1.0L Turbo, engine review: Should Malaysians demand for this new engine?

As you might have already know, the latest fifth generation Honda City has just gone on sale in Thailand earlier this year. Honda's B-segment sedan will now one-up its chief rival the Toyota Vios with an all-new 1.0-litre turbocharged engine. The latest Honda City is not expected to be launched in Malaysia until 2021. Thailand remains the only market in the world to sell it, to be followed by India in the second half of 2020, and the rest of world starting 2021. This means that we can't give you

HansHans

May 26, 2020

“Kita boleh buat sendiri semua.” Tun M lawat Proton Saga klasik, juga sahkan Ativa dibeli sendiri

Dua hari lalu, saluran video Che Det Official menunjukkan Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad menerima sebuah Perodua Ativa berwarna putih yang diberi nombor plat pendaftaran ‘2020’, padan dengan sentimen Wawasan 2020 yang diumumkan beliau 30 tahun lalu. Semalam, Tun M dijemput pula oleh En. Hafiz Mohtar, atau lebih dikenali sebagai @Sagapekak di saluran YouTubenya, untuk melihat beberapa buah model Proton Saga klasik yang dipulihkan semula ke kondisi asalnya. Dua buah model ditayangkan – Proton Saga 1989

MersitaMersita

Apr 16, 2021

New Subaru XV gets 2.5L engine for USA, 184 PS and 239 Nm engine

Subaru has officially revealed the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, as the Subaru XV is known in the US. The updated Crosstrek now comes with a more powerful 2.5-litre, 184 PS and 239 Nm engine. New Powertrain- 30 PS and 42 Nm more than the current 2.0-litre engine While the base and Premium trims retain the same 2.0-litre engine as the 2020 model, the Sport and Limited trims will be getting a new 2.5-litre four-cylinder 184 PS and 239 Nm boxer engine borrowed from the current outgoing Forester and Outbac

BrianBrian

Jun 10, 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

All-new 2020 (F40) BMW M135i launched in Malaysia – 306 PS/450 Nm, RM 356k

BMW Malaysia has just launched the all-new 2020 F40 BMW M135i in Malaysia alongside the 2020 BMW X1 sDrive18i. This comes shortly after BMW Malaysia teased the model on its Facebook page. It is priced from RM 355,646 (on-the-road, without insurance, with SST deduction, until 31-Dec 2020). The model is imported from BMW's plant in Leipzig, Germany. Local assembly (CKD) of the F40-generation 1 Series won't happen, so don't hold your breath for that. What’s under the bonnet? As the name suggests, t

EricEric

Jul 24, 2020

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

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

2021 Nissan X-Trail engine details revealed

Nissan X-Trail It looks like the all-new Nissan X-Trail is highly likely to soldier on with its predecessor's 2.5-litre QR25DE powerplant, albeit with improved horsepower, torque and with better fuel efficiency, based on a leaked internal corporate document. The technical documentation states the 2.5-litre unit will see an increase of 10 PS and 12 Nm of torque. However, figures may vary from market to market, depending on state of tune, local fuel quality and emissions control regulations.. Our

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

May 5, 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

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

2020 Mercedes-AMG A35 vs 2020 (F40) BMW M135i – Which hot hatch is spicier?

When the 2020 Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic (RM 366,785 OTR 0% SST) was launched it only had one competitor and it is the out-going and no-less fun Volkswagen Golf R. We all know that with the dated features the Golf had to offer, it doesn’t come close to the A35. But come July, with the arrival of F40 2020 BMW M135i (RM 355,646 OTR 0% SST) to our shores, the A35 now has a worthy competitor. So, how do these hot hatches compare in terms of specs? Exterior There is no denying that the BMW M135i cuts th

JerricaJerrica

Jul 28, 2020

Nissan Will Phase Out Titan XD's Cummins Diesel Engine

Nissan announced that it would stop producing Titan XD's 5.0L Cummins diesel V8 engine in December 2019. Wendy Orthman, Nissan spokesperson, said that the Cummins engine option will soon be put out to pasture. Nissan schedules to adopt the almost-outdated engine to build a pickup by the end of 2019. This is likely to be its last use, and it will no longer be visible in subsequent updates. "This will help better position Nissan in the long term as we prepare for the launch of the new, refreshed 2

GemmaGemma

Aug 8, 2019

Engine cooling: maintenance tips for your car’s cooling system

A heatstroke can cause escalate your pulse, make you dizzy, and can be fatal. It takes 1 hour of sitting in a closed hot car (parked under the sun) to kill an adult human being. Just like us, car engines too can be severely damaged if operated in overheated conditions. The engine can warp, swell, expand, or even crack in case of overheating. Overheating is bad for both human beings and engines. To keep engines cool, cars are equipped with a cooling system. In this article we will share some easy

ArifArif

Jul 29, 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

Top-3 most powerful cars with a 3-cylinder engine

Previously, we’ve explained why manufacturers continue the use of 3-cylinder engines. Fuel-efficiency and emission are among the top reasons, but what if they decide to extract every bit of performance from a 3-cylinder engine? So without further ado, here are the current top-3 most powerful cars, which are either on sale or will be on the market, with a 3-cylinder engine. BMW i8, from RM 1,408,800 The BMW i8 is actually more than 6 years old now and it still looks like it belongs in a sci-fi mo

ShaunShaun

Apr 15, 2020

3-cylinder engine vibration, noise, and reliability: Still a problem?

In the recent years, we have welcomed some new three-cylinder engine cars to the world – the Nissan Almera 1.0 turbo, Honda City 1.0 turbo (Thailand), Proton X50, and more excitingly, the Toyota GR Yaris. Even Christian von Koenigsegg has channelled his genius into developing a 600 HP three-cylinder engine. With these developments however, some of us still remain very sceptical of them. We will never forget the underpowered three pots in tiny cars like the Perodua Kancil and Perodua Kelisa. Sure

ArifArif

Jan 24, 2021

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

Subaru's boxer engine and symmetrical AWD, worth paying more?

When anyone mentions Subaru, one will invariably associate the brand with rallying, horizontally-opposed engines (popularly known as boxer) and all-wheel drive (AWD). One can even argue that these attributes are the very pillars of what Subaru stands for. Today, only Subaru and Porsche are torchbearers of this unique engine layout, but Subaru is the only manufacturer in the world to put boxer engines and all-wheel drive in ALL its models bar the BRZ (Porsche uses it only on its core sports cars)

JasonJason

Feb 20, 2021

Rendered: 2021 Proton X70 MC1 facelift expected, 1.5 TGDI engine?

Having enjoyed success as one of the most popular SUVs in Malaysia, the Proton X70 might just receive an update sometime this year. According to our friends at Funtasticko, a facelifted Proton X70, dubbed the Proton X70 MC1, is in the pipeline. Mass production is expected to begin in the second half of 2021. With the Proton X50 powered by a 1.5-litre TGDI engine and assembled in Malaysia, there is speculation that the 2021 Proton X70 MC1 would use the same engine too. If you're having doubts on

ArifArif

Feb 2, 2021

Rumour: 2020 Proton X50 could get 1.4-litre engine option?

The 2020 Proton X50 may be some months away, but the rumour mill is at it again. This time, our friends over at Funtasticko mentioned that Proton could be introducing a 1.4-litre variant of the X50, as several units have reportedly arrived in Malaysia. Codenamed JLB-4G14T, the 1.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine is fitted to the China market Geely Binyue Pro, which outputs 141 PS and 235 Nm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual or a wet-type 6-speed dual-clutch automatic. By compariso

EricEric

Jun 22, 2020