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2008-11-28T09:01:00.000-08:00

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We provide nearly everything about automotive industry from Asia and beyond

Our services including:
*Asian Car Review
*European Car Review
*American Car Review
*Australian Car Review
*Tuned Car Review
*Ranking and specials (coming soon)

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2008-11-15T08:54:00.000-08:00

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Rankings and Special Programs

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Tuned & Modificated Car

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>>ABT's Audi Q7 (A S7-R)
>>Alpina's BMW 6 Series (B6 S)
>>Oettinger's Volkswagen Golf Mk V
>>Race.Rally.Research's Proton Satria Neo

European Car Review Section

2008-11-14T08:47:00.000-08:00

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>>Audi TT
>>Aston Martin DBS
>>Ferrari Enzo
>>Jaguar XJ
>>Volkswagen Golf History Timeline (1974-present)

Asian Car Review Section

2008-11-14T08:38:00.000-08:00

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>>Kia Cee'd
>>Mazda RX-8
>>Proton Gen2 CPS
>>Subaru Impreza
>>Toyota iQ
>>Toyota Prius

American & Australian Car Review Section

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>>Lincoln MKS
>>Pontiac G8

Rankings and Special Programs

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>>Top Ten Malaysian Car Special
>>Top Ten Most Beautiful Car
>>Top Ten Most Expensive Car
>>Top Ten Greatest Sports Car
>>Top Five Formula One Driver
>>Top Five Car Sexier Than Women
>>Fake Car Cloning and Copycat Special

Toyota iQ

2008-10-15T08:11:00.000-07:00

Toyota unveiled the production version of its ultra-compact city car, the iQ at Geneva Motor Show. Originally shown in concept form during last year's Frankfurt Motor Show, the production iQ remains true to its conceptual forbearer, combining short overhangs with smoothed, angular accents. The car is the Asian answer to urban congestion, a two seater with a highly flexible interior that allows luggage space to be transformed into extra seating for an adult and a child.

Mazda RX-8

2008-10-15T01:29:00.000-07:00

An updated versions of RX-8 has gone on sale. Restyled headlamps and rearlamps, freshly designed bumpers with larger air vents are among the exterior changes. Brand new instrument panel also have been added to cope with the old cheap-looking cabin of the previous model. Body rigidity also has been improved by Mazda by adding a trapezoidal bracing bar between the front suspension towers, while the rear suspension upgraded for improved handling.

Engine Type: Rotary 1.3 litre RWD
0-100 kmh: 6.4sec
Horsepower: 212 hp @7500rpm
Torque: 216 Nm @7500rpm

*Impressive feature content
*Genuine four seater coupe
*Smooth rotary engine
*Practical sport car
-Lack of torque
-Small trunk opening

Top 10 Most Beautiful Car

2007-12-01T09:24:00.000-08:00

10. Lamborghini Gallardo

*Designer, Luc Donker
*Inspired by the sharp edges & flat plane of stealth aircraft

9. Ford Mustang Giugiaro

*Designer, Giorgetto Giugiaro

8. Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing

*Designer, Rudolf Uhlenhaut
*This is the car that definitely attracts attention and has a distinctive unique appearance

7. Jaguar E-Type

*Designer, Malcolm Sayer
*When it was launched in the 60's. For the first time sex is on the wheel. Aerodynamic engineer, Malcolm Sayer is the man to blame for this beauty

6. Aston Martin DB5

*The list wouldn't be complete without this lagendary truly awesome machine. It is famous for being the first and the most recognised James Bond car

5. Ford GT *Designer, Camillo Pardo

4. Aston Martin DBS

*Designer, Merek Reichman
*The Jaguar up there may have changed the history of making love, but this is far better than sex

3. Pagani Zonda

*Designer, Heracio Pagani
*Exotic and aesthetic, the only words to describe this beautiful beast

2. Audi R8

*Designer, Walter Da Silva
*This smokin' hot stuff is simply extraordinary

1. Alfa Romeo Brera

*Designer, Giorgetto Giugiaro
*Artistic superb sexy looking car

Kia Cee'd

2007-12-01T08:35:00.000-08:00

This Kia Cee'd is a huge success for Kia as it is the first Korean car who really could compete with the best hatcback Europe can offer such as VW Golf, etc.,... Cee'd is very well accepted for its category not only because of the amazing 7 year warranty, but also for its built quality, roomy interior, and not forgetting its punchy engine..

Top speed: 187 kmh+ / 116mph+
0-60mph: 10.3 secs
Power: 113 hp@4000 rpm
Torque: 188 ft lb@1900 rpm

*Punchy engine for diesel
*Greatly equiped interior
*7 year warranty
*Overall packaging
-Not supporting seats
-Poor ride refinement

R3's Proton Satria Neo

2007-12-01T06:31:00.000-08:00

This sporty Satria has been developed by Proton's motorsport division known as R3 which is stands for Race, Rally and Research and it is headed by a team of petrol heads consist of a former Lotus engineer and well known Malaysian drift driver, Tengku Djan who is also known as "Prince of Drift" in Malaysia. The Satria R3 combines a range of special body enchancement as well as suspension development and high performance engine to give the originally "bug standard" Satria what it needs to be a supreme hot hatch.

Proton's: Satria Neo
Race, Rally and Research's: Satria R3

Initial Top Speed: 190 kmh/118 mph
R3 Tuned Top Speed: 205 kmh/127 mph

Initial 0-100kmh: 11.5 secs
R3 Tuned 0-100kmh: 8.5 secs

Initial Power: 110 hp@6000 rpm
R3 Tuned Power: 140 hp@6100 rpm

Initial Torque: 148 Nm@4000 rpm
R3 Tuned Torque: 168 Nm@5600 rpm

Race.Rally.Research Performance:
*Upgraded 1.6 Campro engine
*Performance tuned front & rear suspension
*High performance braking system

Race.Rally.Research Exterior:
*Front skirt
*Rear skirt
*Side skirt
*Carbon fibre rear spoiler
*Rear wind diffusor

Race.Rally.Research Interior:
*Race style SR4 Recaro seats
*Lightweight floor carpet
*Lightweight aluminium pedals
*Momo tuner steering wheel

Original Proton's Satria Neo:

Alpina's BMW 6 (Alpina B6 S)

2007-12-01T05:16:00.000-08:00

Alpina's: B6 S
Bavarian Motor Work's: 6 Series

Initial Top Speed: 250 kmh/155 mph
Alpina Tuned Top Speed: 318 kmh/198 mph

Initial 0-100 kmh: 6.2 secs
Alpina Tuned 0-100kmh: 4.5 secs

Initial Power: 360 hp
Alpina Tuned Power: 530 hp

Alpina Exterior:
*Prominent rear diffusor
*Front spoiler
*Rear spoiler
*Exclusive high bonnet

Alpina Interior:
*Alpina Lavalina leather upholstery
*Custom made interior

Original Bavarian Motor Work's 6 Series:

Pontiac G8

2007-11-29T04:22:00.000-08:00

G8 is the first Pontiac's full size sedan for over 20 years and it is based on GM Zeta platform which was created by an Australian carmaker, Holden for its Commodore. Therefore, Pontiac G8 is actually a captive import of the Australian Holden Commodore.

0-60mph:
Power: 355 hp@5300 rpm
Torque: 385 ld ft@4400 rpm

*Looks absolutely aggressive
*Crisp transmission
*Comfortable interior
-Noisy V6
-Lack of roll stiffness
-Plenty of understeer
-Uninspiring acceleration

Lincoln MKS

2007-11-28T21:53:00.000-08:00

This MKS is the new Lincoln's mid-size flagship vehicle which is replacing previous vehicles in those segments as a part of Lincoln's vehicle replacement strategy. The MKS has some exclusive feature both on the exterior and interior styling.

0-60mph: 7.5 secs
Power: 273 hp@6250rpm
Torque: 270 lb ft@4250rpm

*Sync multimedia intergration system
*Intuitive contol and handling
*Comfortable seats
*Handy Sirius Travel Link feature
-V6 engine doesn't have that grunt at all
-Soft brake pedal
-Pretty poor fit and finish

Oettinger's VW Golf Mk V

2007-11-28T20:36:00.000-08:00

Initial Top Speed: 245 kmh/153 mph
Oettinger Tuned Top Speed: 258 kmh/ 161 mph

Initial 0-100kmh: 6.8 secs
Oettinger Tuned 0-100kmh: 5.9 secs

Initial Power: 230 bhp@5500rpm
Oettinger Tuned Power: 330 bhp@6000rpm

Initial Torque: 300 Nm@5200rpm
Oettinger Tuned Torque: 460 Nm@300rpm

Oettinger Performance Modification:
*Enlarged intercooler
*Carbon air intake
*High pressure fuel pump
*Recalibration of the engine management
*Turbo outlet kit
*Ram-air
*Adjustable suspension

Oettinger Exterior:
*Front grille
*Carbon lip
*Front skirt
*Side skirt
*Rear skirt
*Roof spoiler
*Sport rim

Oettinger Interior:
*Floor mat set
*Pedal set and footrest

Oiginal Volkswagen's Golf:

Audi TT

2007-11-28T19:09:00.000-08:00

From its concept revealed in 1995, the design and style of Audi TT considered as bold and innovative. Even now, Audi has revealed its latest TT for the year of 2009..even with sleeker and more aggressive looking. The latest version offers a balance of performance, distinctive good looks and impeccable build quality.

Power: 200 hp@5100rpm
Torque: 207 ft-lbs@1800rpm

*Beautiful functioned transmission
*Distinctive styling
*All wheel drive
*Superb interior
-Pricey
-Handling could be sharper

Jaguar XJ

2007-11-27T23:30:00.000-08:00

Even though Jaguar XJ has highly advanced construction beneath its skin, the exterior design styling has attracted many criticism among motoring journalist who claim the styling looks really old fashioned and nearly outdated. To counter with this problem, Jaguar has given the car fresher looks and several transformation to the car styling esspecially with the grilles.

Top speed: 250 kmh/155 mph (limited)
0-100kmh: 5.3 secs
Power: 400 hp@6100 rpm
Torque: 553 Nm@3500 rpm

*A car with very little to cmplain about
*Sporty suspension provides smooth, comfortable ride
*Reliable engine
*Simply superb interior
*Safety kit all over the place
*Spacious interior
-Awkward shape
-Small boot
-Have no enough "uummph" to rival up with the German

Ferrari Enzo

2007-11-27T23:02:00.000-08:00

This V12 awesome berlinetta is named after Ferrari's founder, Enzo Ferrari. Using Formula One race car technology such as F1 style sequential shift transmission, carbon fibre body and carbon ceramic brake disks,this car deserved to be the fourth greatest Ferraris by Motor Trend Classic.

Top speed: 355 kmh/220mph
0-60mph: 3.14 secs
Power: 651 hp@7800rpm
Torque: 657 Nm@5500rpm

*Head turner looks
*Massive power
*It's a Ferrari..a clear message
-Odd ugly looks
-Still not in the top 5 fastest car list

ABT Sportsline's Audi Q7 (ABT A S7-R)

2007-11-27T20:53:00.000-08:00

ABT Sportsline's: ABT A S7-R
Audi's : Audi Q7

Initial Power: 345 bhp
ABT Tuned Power: 500 bhp

Initial Torque: 440Nm
ABT Tuned Torque: 550 Nm

ABT Exterior:
*Front spoiler lip
*Rear skirt
*Side skirt
*Fender extensions
*Rear wing
*Sport wheel

ABT interior:
*Floor mats set
*Aluminium pedals
*Aluminium footrest
*Trunk mat
*Smart pad

Original Audi's Q7:

Aston Martin DBS

2007-11-27T05:00:00.000-08:00

This new featured in 21st James Bond film Casino Royale DBS is based on the DB9. Built on VH Platform, both car shares the roof, wheelbase and sidescreen, but the DBS sits 25 mm lower and 40 mm wider. Like typical Astons, the front end dominated by Aston's trademark grille and cooling ducts which help cools the 6 litre V12 engine which has been uprated.

Top speed: 302 kmh/191mph
0-100kmh: 4.2 secs
Power: 510 hp@6500rpm

*Attractive masculine design
*Beautifully tailored interior
*Vicious v12 engine
*No big problem for every day usage
-Steering does not feel great enough
-Limited seat adjustment

Proton Gen 2 CPS

2007-11-27T04:07:00.000-08:00

The new facelifted Malaysian made Proton Gen-2 which was revealed for the first time in Thailand earlier finally arrived on Malaysian shores. This facelifted version gets a new series of engines which has Cam Profile Switching (CPS) mechanism, another variant of Campro engine.

Campro Cam Profile Switching meaning: A mechanism which allows the valve timing to be altered so that can be strong performance at both of low rpm and high rpm, unlike conventional way, engineers have to choose whether high performance at higher rpm and sacrifice at lower rpm or vice versa.. Campro CPS enables the best of "both world".

Top speed: 190 kmh/118mph
0-100kmh: 10.6 secs
Power: 125 hp@6500rpm
Torque: 150 Nm@4500rpm

*Fun to drive
*Reasonable priced
*Extended warranty :150,000 km / 5 years
*Well balanced Lotus ride and handling
*Sporty interior
*Sporty exterior
-Interior quality is something you can scream for
-Lots more car you can buy that share same level as this

Toyota Prius

2007-11-27T03:10:00.000-08:00

Due to the oil shotages and rising gas prices, consumers are now tergetting eco cars like hybrids more than ever, and the Toyota's Prius is definitely a clear king in its class. Toyota has doubled their production capacity for the Prius since the launch in late 2003.

Top speed: 160 kmh/100 mph
Power: 110 hp@5000rpm combined engine and motor
Torque: 82 lb-ft @4200 rpm (engine), 295 lb-ft @0-1200rpm (motor)
0-100kmh: 10 secs

Mileage: 48 mpg in the city
Fuel tank capacity: 11.9 gallons

*Relatively low base price
*Remarkable interior
*Fuel economy
*Comfortable ride
*Easy to use steering wheel
*Spacious interior
-Uncommunicative steering wheel
-Anaemic performance
-"Spacious interior" is just for the average height driver

Subaru Impreza

2007-11-27T01:52:00.000-08:00

The new version of Subaru Impreza may shock many fans of the blue machine , as the Impreza hast lost its rally-inspired looks and taken on a refined five-door hatchback design (also available in 4 door sedan), along with the Ford's Focus and Honda's european Civic. Although with a new hatchback profile, its trademark boxer engine and all-wheel drive system still maintained.

*Nicely built interior
*Hatchback versatility
*Well priced
*Great turbocharged performance for the WRX version
-Gawky styling
-Fuel economy could be better
-Very soft suspension

Top Ten Malaysian Car Special

2007-03-27T23:40:00.000-07:00

Top Ten Greatest Sports Car

2007-03-27T23:36:00.000-07:00

Fake Car Cloning and Copycat

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Top Ten Formula One Driver

2007-03-27T23:31:00.000-07:00

Volkswagen Golf History Timeline (1974-present)

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Top Five Car Sexier Than Women

2007-02-17T23:59:00.000-08:00

5. Audi R8

4. Alfa Romeo Brera

3. Pagani Zonda

2. Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

1. Jaguar e-Type

Top Ten Most Expensive Car

2007-02-08T02:46:00.000-08:00