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

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

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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