Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept

Honda Small Hybrid Sports Concept, a design study model, demonstrates a unique fusion of advanced environmental technology, futuristic styling and fun-to-drive characteristics.Conceived around a front-wheel drive, small car platform and the hybrid is powered by a Honda IMA 4-cylinder petrol/electric hybrid system driving through a CVT transmission. It explores the idea that a car can have a low

Mercedes-Benz C-For Yourself Video Ad

This is an ad for the new C-Class (W204) featuring Vodafone McLaren Mercedes-Benz F1 driver, Fernando Alonso. Enjoy!

2008 C-Class (W204) Video

W204 C-Class Preview at Cycle & Carriage Bintang, Kuala Lumpur

By Dr LongA W204 C200K Elegance was previewed at Cycle & Carriage Bintang (CCB) showroom in Ampang (Tun Razak/U-Thant), Kuala Lumpur today. I must admit the new C-Class looked very stately and elegant in the metal. It is spacious up front, much better than the W203. Quality is back where it should be and up to the good-old 3-pointed star standards, with stitched leathers even on the door trim.

Honda Civic Type-R (2007) hatch + Civic EP3 + Edix = All-new Honda Jazz/Fit!

Here are some of the early images of 2008 Honda Fit/Jazz leaked onto the web, ahead of its debut at the Tokyo Motor Show 2007. This second generation popular Honda (B-segment) compact hatch is slightly bigger than the outgoing model. Its length is 3,900mm (+55 mm) while width is 1695mm (+20 mm) with the wheelbase increased by 50 mm to 2500mm. Honda�s 1.5L VTEC is upgraded to i-VTEC with an output

Lexus IS250: Brief Driving Impression

By Dr LongThere are many reasons why the IS 250 is a much anticipated junior executive from Lexus. Firstly, it is not a secret that Toyota Motor Corp. built this compact sedan to challenge the BMW 325i primarily and even for that matter, the Mercedes-Benz C230 V6. Secondly, it is one of the rare Japanese sedan of this class to have a front-engine/rear wheel drive layout. Last but not the least

Fifth Gear: Honda Civic Type-R vs Civic Type-R!

Lexus Malaysia introduces new IS250

Click on images to enlargeLexus Malaysia has launched the IS 250 just recently. The second generation IS 250 carries the luxury Japanese automaker�s L-Finesse philosophy creating dynamism based on the visual contrast between simplicity and elegance.By this, the designers have combined convex surfaces with concave ones, giving a much sculpted appearance to the entire design, while achieving a low

Lexus IS250 Video

BMW 335i Coupe drive in Malaysia: More pictures and specifications

By Dr LongBMW 335i Coupe E92Specifications:Layout: Front engine, rear-wheel driveEngine: In-line 6-cylinder, 2976cc, twin-turbo with direct fuel injectionMaximum power: 306bhp @ 5800rpmMaximum torque: 400Nm @ 1300rpmWeight: 1615kg0-100 km/h: 5.5secs (as tested)Top speed: 250km/h (claimed, limited)Price: RM468,000Verdict: Pricey but one of the best (brand-new) Teutonic super-coupe money can buy.

Road Test: BMW 335i Coupe

By Dr LongClick on images to enlargeA turbocharged car or a supercharged one for that matter is more often than not, very lively and responsive to pilot. The E92 335i coupe, being the first BMW to come from the manufacturer that profess �Sheer Driving Pleasure� to have forced induction since the last two decades or so, is simply brilliant.Brilliant because it has that wicked twin turbo that

Suzuki Kizashi at Frankfurt 2007

Spearheading Suzuki's future plan into the (large-size) D-segment would be the Kizashi pictured above. With a droopy, goateed super-sized piano-black grille, this Suzuki's wagon prototype is the largest to date and preview a future production model the size of Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Teana or even Subaru Legacy wagon. Undeniably bold in styling, the Kizashi has been described as an '

Mercedes-Benz F 700 DiesOtto Video

Mercedes-Benz F 700 Concept: The next S-Class?

Click on images to enlargeMercedes-Benz redefines the idea of effortless, superior refinement with its F 700 research car. This concept for a future luxurious touring sedan demonstrates how outstanding riding quality can be combined with high levels of environmental friendliness and good performance with exceptionally low fuel consumption.The modern and super-efficient DIESOTTO powerplant

Mercedes-Benz F 700 DiesOtto: Technical highlights at a glance

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Brabus S300L Premier Line & CLS Rocket Conversion in Malaysia

Naza-Brabus, the exclusive franchise holder for Brabus tuning products/performance parts and vehicles in Malaysia and Singapore, has added the new S300L (W221) to its Premier Line of kitted Mercedes-Benz. A standard S300L (CKD) has been customised with original and warranted Brabus aerodynamic bodykit (front and rear bumpers), exhaust system and Monoblock rims. Tagged at RM710,000 this is

All-New Audi A4 (B8) Video

kawasaki versys

Kawasaki Ninja 650R, the bike's 650cc liquid cooled 4 stroke parallel twin engine has been retuned for more bottom-end and mid-range torque. This is achieved with revised inlet and exhaust cams with shorter valve duration. This will move peak torque lower down the rev range providing a better throttle response at low revs. In addition a balance tube has been added between the exhaust headers to smooth out power delivery.

As the bike is primarily designed for city and back-road (pavement) riding, the fuel injection system has been mapped to give strong throttle response in the mid-range from 3000-6000 revs.

This lowering of peak torque in the rev range may give a trade off against peak power output. The current ER-6 produces a claimed 71bhp at 8500rpm. In comparison the Versys peak power output will be 64bhp at 8000rpm. Peak torque will be 61 N�m at 6800 rpm. A similar approach was recently deployed by Honda with their CBF1000 model.

Compared to the ER-6, the Versys has a redesigned sub-frame, new exhaust header design, and redesigned suspension. The Versys replaces the standard non-adjustable suspension of the ER-6 with fully adjustable upside-down front forks, and at the rear an all alloy swingarm instead of the tubular steel item on the original bike.

The Verys would be ill-described as a Dual Purpose bike. It's alloy wheels, ZR rated tires, and low, exposed exhaust system are each poorly suited to the abuse of off road travel. Instead, the bike's specification follows closely that of it's primary market competition, the Suzuki V-Strom DL650. Both bikes offer suitability to a broad spectrum of riding in lieu of specialized strength.

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audi a4

The Audi A4 is a compact executive car produced by the German automaker Audi since 1994. It is the successor of the Audi 80.

toyota supra

sports car/grand tourer produced by Toyota Motor Company from 1979 to 2002. The styling of the Toyota Supra was derived from the Toyota Celica, but it was both longer and wider.[3] Starting in mid-1986, the Supra (in its third generation, MKIII) became its own model and was no longer based on the Celica. In turn, Toyota also stopped using the prefix Celica and began just calling the car Supra.[4] Due to the similarity and past of the Toyota Celica's name, it is frequently mistaken for the Toyota Supra, and vice versa.
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mercedes benz scl600

hese images of a futuristic �new Mercedes-Benz SCL600� automobile � including technical innovations such as a joystick in place of a steering wheel, a video monitor in place of a rear-view mirror, and swiveling gull-wing doors � are difficult to classify as �true� or �false�. They are genuine photographs of a real car, but that car was constructed as a research vehicle, not as something to be made available for purchase by consumers, and isn�t really �new� � it was introduced over ten years ago. The above-displayed photos are pictures of DaimlerChrysler�s F 200 Imagination concept study, produced by the Mercedes-Benz design team and unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 1996 � DaimlerChrysler has continued experimenting along these lines with the three-wheeled F 300 Life-Jet, the F400 Carving two-seater, and the F500 Mind four-door sedan.
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McLaren fined and wiped of constructor points for 2007.

Formula 1 team McLaren Mercedes has been stripped of all of their constructors points and fined $100 Million US less their loss of income from the FOM for 2007. This will allow drivers Lewis Hamilton and world Champ Fernando Alonso to continue and race for the drivers championship.

This is all because of the Stepneygate saga involving possibly using Ferrari information to modify the McLaren cars. This will be a blow for the team, but I guess they are lucky to not be totally banned. The fine was the largest in motor sport history.

McLaren will need to have their 2008 cars scrutinized by the FIA before the start of the race season next year to make sure no Ferrari type parts or intelligence has been used.
Ferrari are effectively now the 2007 Formula 1 constructor champions.

Ford Kuga at Frankfurt 2007

Inspired by the Iosis X concept that was revealed at the Paris Motor Show 2006, Ford has revealed their stylish Kuga SUV at Frankfurt 2007. Based on Ford�s latest �kinetic design�, the Kuga has a rugged yet neat and tidy profile, benefitting from strong Ford Focus lineage.It is claimed to offer impressive on-road driving dynamics with substantial off-road ability � pretty much dual abilities of

All-new Corolla confirmed slated for 2008 in Malaysia

UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd managing director Datuk David Chen has confirmed that the 10th generation Corolla model will be launched next year, as part of its efforts to boost Toyota passenger vehicles market presence ahead of stiffer competition.He said this after a grand opening of the new Toyota main showroom in Kelantan by UMW chairman Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin.In the meantime, the motoring public

New Mitsubishi Grandis Facelift 2008 model Available Soon

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) will launch the new facelift Grandis MPV at its nationwide showrooms by the end of Sept 2007.Click on images to enlarge Already a stunning looking MPV, the sporty and innovative Mitsubishi Grandis will make an even bigger statement whilst also delivering better values and satisfaction.�Designed to be sleeker and futuristic, it�s newly designed front grille, front

BMW Concept X6 Video

BMW X6 in 2008?

Based on the X5 platform but way more dynamic and sportier looking, this is BMW's vision for its next Sport Activity Vehicle (SAV) model, tagged as the Concept X6. As with previous showcases of Concept M5 and Concept M3 at motor shows, this 'prototype' will likely make it into showrooms as the new BMW X6 sometime 2008.Click on images to enlarge How does this SAV fit into BMW's product range -

Brabus Super C-Class W204: BULLIT with 720hp & 1320Nm!

Famed Mercedes-Benz tuner and customiser, BRABUS, has transplanted its ultra-hyper SV 12 S Biturbo engine into the latest W204 C-Class resulting a super high performance sedan called BULLIT.Click on images to enlargeOver the past three decades BRABUS has perfected the art of transplanting large and extremely powerful engines into the bodies of small cars. That path led to numerous world records

Mitsubishi Concept-ZT

Possibly previewing how the next generation Mitsubishi Galant will look like, the Concept-ZT showcase at the upcoming Tokyo International Motor Show seem bent on adopting the 9th generation Lancer's frontal visage and swage lines.Measuring almost 5metres in length, the sports sedan prototype is powered by Mitsubishi's new 2.2L Clean Diesel Engine mated to its latest robotised twin-clutch Sport

All-New Toyota Vios Prices 'Leaked' ahead of Launch in Malaysia

As with most new blockbuster launches from UMW Toyota in Malaysia, prices will be known (estimated) to the car buying public a month or two prior to official launch. The upcoming 2nd(Thai and Singapore markets-only 1st gen Soluna not taken into account) generation Vios is no exception. Here are the indicative prices (OTR inclusive of insurance):Vios 1.5S - RM88,600Vios 1.5G - RM85,300Vios 1.5E -

suzuki sx4

The Suzuki SX4 is a compact car developed by Japanese and Italian automakers Suzuki and Fiat and produced since 2006. Although originally intended only for the European market, the car is sold in Japan, India, and North America as well

W204 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Video

AC Schnitzer GP3.10: Gas Powered and Manic!

Click on images to enlargeHaving boosted, tuned and dressed up BMWs over the good part of 20 years, AC Schnitzer will present a gas (LNG) powered GP3.10 super 3-series coupe (E92). Equipped with a modified version of the BMW M5/M6�s 5.0L V10, the engine � which can also burn petrol - produces 552hp (+45hp vs standard M5/M6) and kicks out 540Nm of maximum torque. When it alternatively uses LNG (

yamaha virago

was the first V-Twin-powered cruiser-style motorcycle produced by a Japanese manufacturer

kawasaki ninja

is a long-standing model in Kawasaki's lineup, introduced in 1986 and continuing in production as of 2008, great bikes

Citroen C3

is a supermini that has been produced by the French automaker Citro�n since 2002

Peugeot 307

The 307 was presented as the 307 Prom�th�e prototype at the 2000 Mondial de l'Automobile. The production hatchback versions were introduced to the European markets in 2001 as a successor to the Peugeot 306.nice car

All-New Mazda6 Sedan, Wagon and Liftback for 2008

Click on images to enlargeThe all-new Mazda6 which Mazda Motor Co. will unveil at the Frankfurt International Motorshow 2007 looks to be sporty and lithe, and is expected to have shed some kerb weight thus claimed to be more fuel efficient along with lower CO2 emission. No power figures are available at posting time. However, the scooped images revealed that the all-new Mazda6 will be offered in

New 2008 Jaguar XF Video

Toyota camry