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Monday, April 30, 2007

Car Dealers - Register & Advertise Free Now!

At last, the management has decided to let dealers register and advertise their cars free. This is a big move in India's no 1 used car portal. This new step will provide the small and big dealers in finding a new avenue.This is also a big boon to the new starter used car dealer. He/She can now get into the top spot of advertising for free and getting the best customers.Good luck dealers! Tell us

Friday, April 27, 2007

2008 All-New Mitsubishi Evolution X

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has released the official production model pictures of the new Lancer Evolution X. In a surprising announcement, its ever-popular Lancer will be renamed � rather uninspiringly - Galant Fortis for the Japan domestic market. Mitsubishi's rally-inspired and �iconic� high-performance 4WD sedan will carry on with the EVO badge - with a higher Roman numerical, and

Wednesday, April 25, 2007

New 2008 Lexus LX 570

By Dr LongReplacing the brawny-looking LX 470, the even-bulkier new LX 570 was unveiled for the North American market recently. With a larger 5.7L V8 and a new sequential 6-speed Auto 'box, this new Lexus luxury SUV promises more power and torque, with emphasis on enhanced off-road capability. A new feature called Crawl Control plus Multi-Terrain ABS ensure proper throttle control and stable

Tuesday, April 24, 2007

New Ford Ranger 2.5TDCi in Malaysia

By Dr LongFord Malaysia has launched their new Ford Ranger yesterday. The improvements highlight of this replacement model is the new 2.5L DuraTorq turbodiesel capable of 141bhp @ 3,500rpm and 330Nm at a low 1,800rpm. Better still, Ford claims a 22% improvements in fuel efficency despite higher power and torque! Pioneering a first in the history of pick-ups in Malaysia, is a full 5-speed A/T 'box

Sunday, April 22, 2007

2007 Nissan Grand Livina

By Dr LongThese are the official pictures of the Nissan Livina Geniss for the ASEAN region. Renamed Grand Livina for the Indonesian market, this mass-market budget people carrier will likely wear the same nameplate in Malaysia. Chips of MTM had tested both the 1.5 and 1.8 variants in Bali and have found them worthy consideration as MPV alternatives to the usual suspects currently available.Edaran

Saturday, April 21, 2007

Bmw CS Concept



Rob Good: This vehicle is said to be based on the next generation 7 series, so you can imagine how long it will be. It is also very wide at over 79 inches. The new 7 is expected to have up to 700 HP and the CS concept is expected to have up to 600 rubber melting hp to propel the vehicle from 0-60 in the 4 second range.

I think the CS looks a little like the Dodge Charger in the front which is different. I am not to keen on the large holes in the rear bumper for the exhaust outlets though. Good to see BMW coming up with new vehicles.... Roll em out.

What do you think?

Thursday, April 19, 2007

New SsangYong Actyon

By Dr LongThe new SsangYong SUV called Actyon is one of the other few truly new vehicles on display at the Bangkok Motor Show 2007. At 20cm shorter than its elder ugly-�duckling� sibling Kyron, plus a coupe-like rear profile, this reskinned model is much fresher, sportier and more desirable. It is also lighter than the Kyron � 1,870kg against 2,004kg. Wheelbase is the same for both models, so

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Test Drive: Volkswagen Touareg 3.6 V6 FSI

By Dr LongSporting the unique moniker of Touareg, named after a nomadic tribe of the Western Sahara, this Volkswagen originating from Slovakia (not Germany) is far from looking as exotic as its namesake. High ground clearance plus equally tall wheel arches� gaps gave a first impression of doubtful stability or just-average handling, but the driving experience over a weekend proved the writer

Mercedes-Benz at BKK Motor Show 2007

By Dr LongThe Mercedes-Benz stand looked impressive and decidedly classy at the just concluded Bangkok International Motor Show 2007. However, the absence of the new W204 C-Class is disappointing for a motor show hailed as the best in South East Asia. Even a left-hand drive model would do DC AG good in terms of PR and marketing advantage. Instead, the outgoing W203 slogged on, doing its final bow

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

New Nissan Frontier Navara

By Dr LongStaying close to this year�s 28th Bangkok International Motor Show theme of �Drive Thru the Nature� was Nissan�s showcase of its new Frontier Navara, set within tropical shrubs and rainforest montage. Equally green is Nissan�s new 2,488cc common-rail turbodiesel which will set the benchmark for the highest power output of 172bhp @ 4,000rpm and a very twisty 403Nm @ 2,000rpm! In fact,

New Perodua Viva in May 2007

Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) is set to launch a brand new car model to replace both its Kancil and Kelisa mini cars in Malaysia. It is strongly rumoured to be named � rather globally � as Viva. Set to be offered with 660cc, 850cc as well as 1000cc engines, this is another model expected to be a hit, likely repeating the runaway success of its elder sibling, the Myvi.Perodua�s

Honda Malaysia Up Price of Civic 2.0S!

By Dr LongHonda Malaysia has 'refreshed' the 8th generation Civic 2.0S, with a set of larger 17� alloys and better Michelin Pilot Preceda tyres to match. The new updated Civic goes on sale with immediate effect for RM128,800 OTR. Newly available is an added exclusive 2.0S paint choice: Sparkle Gray Pearl.While some Honda fans will lament the +RM4000 increase, For Wheels is of the opinion that

Monday, April 16, 2007

2007 All-New Ford Ranger

By Dr LongMaking a centre-stage appearance at the 2007 Bangkok Motor Show� Ford display area, is the bigger and more imposing all new Ford Ranger. The frontal visage is bolder now, with more presence, not unlike the Toyota Hilux. Its 2.5L turbodiesel engine is uprated - 143bhp @ 3,500rpm and 330Nm @ a low 1,800rpm - to wrest �The most powerful pick-up� bragging tagline from the current leader in

New Chevrolet Captiva

By Dr LongOne other fresh new model (automotive) spotted at the 28th Bangkok International Motor Show 2007 was the new Chevrolet Captiva. This Daewoo-sourced SUV is powered by a common-rail 2.0L turbo diesel churning out a respectable 148bhp and spinning a twisty 320Nm, through 2WD or 4WD drivetrain.Options include a 5- or 7-occupants configuration. Will we see the 2.4L petrol version or the

BKK International Motor Show 2007: Toyota Hybrid X

By Dr LongOne of the very few concept cars to be showcased at Bangkok International Motor Show 2007 was the Toyota Hybrid X. As the nameplate suggest, this is Toyota pushing the envelope of its Hybrid Synergy Drive further, affording motoring enthusiasts the world over a glimpse into what the next generation Prius could possibly look like.Sporting an ever more one-box design, this concept is more

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Toyota VIOS at Bangkok Motor Show 2007

By Dr LongFor Wheels was there at the just concluded Bangkok International Motor Show 2007.Local pricing of the new Vios ranges from Thai baht 509,000 to 699,000.Here are some images of the most 'significant' new model launch at the annual Bangkok motoring event:A common after-market conversion look to be 'dressed-up' by Malaysian Toyota owners for upcoming new VIOSes in the not too distant

Monday, April 9, 2007

Saturday, April 7, 2007

2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR


Rob Good: With the introduction of the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR model at the New York auto show, Ford and Shelby will have unveiled four Mustang variations in a little over one year. Bring it on I say.

The GT500KR will be easily the most powerful of a bunch that also includes the 500-horsepower GT500 and the 319-hp Shelby GT, as well as the limited-edition Shelby GT-H produced for use in Hertz rental fleets. Tried to reserve one for a trip I am taking to Hawaii in June, but they are already reserved for that time....

The GT500KR revives a name last used 40 years ago. It will be powered by a version of the standard GT500's supercharged 5.4-liter V8 that makes about 40 hp more. That would bring the total to 540 hp, although Ford is not yet ready to commit to that number officially. Lets make it 100 more HP to give the Viper a run for the money.

Whatever the specific increase turns out to be, it comes from the Ford Racing Power Upgrade Pack, which includes a cold-air intake and a louder low-restriction exhaust. The KR should also feel a bit faster thanks to recalibrated ignition timing and electronic throttle settings, which promise quicker throttle response which is just what is needed.

The engine will be bolted to the same Tremec six-speed manual transmission as used for the regular GT500, although the KR version gets a shift linkage with 25 percent shorter throws and a big, white ball on the shift lever. The KR also gets a boost in acceleration from a shorter, 3.73:1 final-drive ratio (in place of GT500's final-drive ratio of 3.31:1).

More aggressive dampers and springs along with stiffer anti-roll bars and a strut-tower brace, all unique to the KR, should help provide for entertaining handling and a pretty hard-core ride. The production version will come with 18-inch wheels and not the shiny 20-inchers of the show car pictured here. Although the smaller wheels likely will have "Shelby" engraved on the rim, just as these show-car wheels do.

The shape of the bulging hood is a deliberate retro touch, with two long, narrow air intakes up front, just like the original '68 model. It's a decidedly modern interpretation, though. It's constructed of carbon composite (Ford expects that you'll be able to see the weave texture through the paint on production versions), and has two stainless-steel hood latches, where pins would have gone on a '68 GT500KR.

Only 1,000 KRs will be built (with final fitting done at Shelby's facility in Las Vegas), so collectors will surely be lining up, as well as ponying up a considerable amount of money. The KR should list for about $50,000, although we'd be shocked if you could get one for less than $70,000. Unlike the '68 model, no convertible version will be available.

One could also choose to simply build a KR for oneself. All of the mechanical upgrade parts will be available from Ford Racing or Shelby at the same time as the genuine KRs go on sale. The only piece currently not planned to be sold separately is the carbon hood, but with some imagination someone resourceful could probably get their hands on one.

This car looks good and is going to be one fast Stang.... I love the modern muscle car wars that are going on at the moment.... I will admit that even though it is a Ford, I want one.

Friday, April 6, 2007

Mercedes Benz AMG CLK63 Black series


Rob Good: The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series which has been unvieled at the New York motor show is based on the Official F1� Safety Car. This is the road version of the high performance AMG vehicle that has been the Formula One safety since 2006. The coupe, optimized for the racing circuit, is powered by an in house AMG 6.3-liter V8 with its performance boosted to 373 kW/507 hp and 630 Newton meters of torque. A plus handling is assured by the sophisticated AMG threaded suspension with 19-inch AMG forged wheels, new steering and the generously dimensioned AMG high-performance brake system with composite disks. When you look at it, the CLK 63 AMG Black Series clearly shows its close similarities the Official F1� Safety Car: its imposing front apron with large cooling intakes, flared wheel arches, diffusor-type rear apron and carbon-fiber airflow breakaway edge, all demonstrate the car�s sporting pedigree.

The new CLK 63 AMG Black Series output has been upgraded by 19 kW/26 hp over the standard CLK63 to 373 kW/507 hp, and the Black Series accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds which is 0.3 seconds faster than the standard model. The top speed (electronically limited) is 300 km/h. Fun fun.

Wonder if Mr Giltrap will be taking delivery of one?

Thursday, April 5, 2007

BMW M Division: High Performance Inspiration

By Dr Long � That one letter that inspires automotive passion and desire. Unadulterated high performance and technical perfection are the DNAs of BMW M cars.BMW Motorsport GmbH was born in May 1972 as a subsidiary of BMW AG in Munich. It was founded by Jochen Neerspach and Martin Braungart, two ex-Ford racing executives - with just eight employees. Neerpasch was formerly a factory Porsche driver,

Wednesday, April 4, 2007

All-New 2007 Toyota VIOS: Below RM70k?

By Dr Long A lower-grade (truly entry-level) all-new VIOS variant is reportedly (source: The Edge Daily) being planned by UMW Toyota for greater market appeal and expand sales for 2007 in Malaysia. Estimated to be priced just under RM70,000, this will be another Avanza-like hit sequel for UMWT.Expect very basic kit for this super-budget 1.5L Japanese branded sub-compact sedan with steel rims,

Monday, April 2, 2007

Nissan Teana in Malaysia: Into Troubled Waters?

By Dr LongEdaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) may find its new model, the Nissan Teana wading through troubled waters deeper than the one you see above, come 4th April 2007 launch. At an asking price of RM230k (all inclusive on-the-road), it will take more than the superb VQ (near-2.4L) V6 engine to keep it afloat amongst the sea of competitors i.e. the Honda Accord plus the all-new Toyota Camry. Even