Month: May 2024

On the Malaysia Autoshow 2024, Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) is showcasing Nissan’s e-Energy hybrid system in a Nissan Kicks. Each had been by no means supplied in Malaysia, with the latter beforehand teased in ETCM’s Chinese language New Yr greeting video over two years in the past.

Within the time since then, the Kicks entered its second era in March this yr. Nevertheless, the automobile proven on the occasion isn’t the most recent however the facelifted first-generation mannequin that first made its debut again in Might 2020.

It’s not recognized if the Kicks will ever be launched right here and we truthfully don’t anticipate that to occur given the age of the mannequin being previewed. As such, true focus of ETCM’s showcase is the e-Energy hybrid system.

Within the Kicks, the setup consists of a HR12DE 1.2 litre three-cylinder petrol engine rated at 79 PS and 103 Nm of torque that acts solely as a generator for a 1.57 kWh battery positioned beneath the entrance seats.

Mentioned battery powers a front-mounted EM57 electrical motor with 129 PS (95 kW) and 260 Nm. Not like different hybrid methods, the engine doesn’t drive the wheels, with the electrical motor being the first technique of getting the crossover transferring.

The e-Energy system can be utilized in different Nissan fashions such because the Serena, which is due for an replace right here. The MPV entered its sixth era in November 2022 and was noticed present process testing in Malaysia final March.

Maybe ETCM’s e-Energy showcase on the Malaysia Autoshow is an indicator we’ll lastly get Nissan’s unorthodox hybrid system within the Serena within the (hopefully) close to future? We did recommend this in a publish from earlier this yr, so we’ll have to attend and see.

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Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles Malaysia (VPCM) has introduced that the 2024 Volkswagen Golf R is lastly on sale within the nation, at a retail value of RM334,012 on-the-road with out insurance coverage. The worth does nevertheless include a Volkswagen Assurance Package deal (VAP), which supplies house owners with a five-year upkeep and five-year limitless mileage guarantee in addition to 5 years of roadside help; with out it, the automobile prices RM317,434.

The CKD model makes its debut 9 months after it was first previewed right here, and does so with the equipment as specified then. As talked about beforehand, it’s regionally assembled in Pekan, making it the primary time the flagship Golf variant has been assembled exterior of Germany. The automobile first made its means on to the native scene in CBU kind again in 2022.

The CKD mannequin comes with a R Efficiency bundle as normal, and that is made up of an Akrapovic titanium exhaust, a rear spoiler, 19-inch ‘Estoril’ alloy wheels with 235/35R19 tyres in addition to Drift and Particular drive modes. The latter joins the prevailing choice of Consolation, Sport, Race, and Particular person obtainable for the automobile.

Commonplace match objects embrace a sports activities suspension, full computerized LED headlights, LED DRLs and tail lights, keyless entry with push-button ignition and a rear view digicam with entrance and rear parking sensors. In the meantime, the inside equipment checklist features a 10-inch Uncover Professional system, a 10-speaker, 480 watt Harman Kardon sound system and a wi-fi smartphone charging pad.

Additionally to be discovered is three-zone air-conditioning, lively local weather entrance seats (with electrical adjustment and lumbar adjustment for the motive force), a multi-function leather-based sports activities steering wheel with shift paddles, a head-up show and ambient lighting with 5 preset themes.

Energy continues to be supplied by an EA888 2.zero litre turbocharged petrol inline-four cylinder TSI engine providing 320 PS at 5,600 to six,500 rpm and 400 Nm of torque, obtainable from 2,000 to five,600 rpm.

Drive is transmitted to all 4 wheels by way of a seven-speed dual-clutch computerized gearbox and 4Motion all-wheel-drive, and it’s all adequate to haul the R to 100 km/h from standstill in 4.eight seconds on to an electronically-controlled 250 km/h high velocity.

Security and driver help gear contains seven airbags (entrance, entrance facet, curtain and one centre) and IQ.Drive, which brings Journey Help with adaptive cruise management (ACC), facet help with rear cross visitors alert, entrance help, emergency help, and lane help.

GALLERY: Volkswagen Golf R CKD, 2023 preview

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Aston Martin is contemplating a rugged off-roader within the vein of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Land Rover Defender, Autocar experiences.

Design proposals are reportedly being evaluated, however no choice has been made to inexperienced mild what could be Aston’s second SUV, after the DBX, in keeping with Autocar. If that does occur, Aston is reportedly focusing on a manufacturing run of round 2,500 models, making this SUV extra unique than the DBX, which sells in comparatively excessive volumes for an Aston. The corporate sells greater than 3,000 per 12 months.

This second SUV would even have a really completely different character. It is reportedly been dubbed “Challenge Rambo,” a moniker that, as Autocar notes, echoes the nickname of the Lamborghini LM002. Like Lamborghini’s first SUV, the Aston would reportedly mix severe off-road functionality with severe acceleration.

Challenge Rambo doubtless would not have its personal platform, in keeping with Autocar, which means it may share a platform with the DBX. Meaning it may additionally use the Mercedes-AMG twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-Eight from the DBX, which can also be used within the AMG G 63, Autocar notes. Coupled to a 48-volt mild-hybrid system in that mannequin, it makes 577 hp and propels the G 63 from 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds.

Aston Martin already has a number of new fashions within the pipeline. It is slated to unveil a DBS successor with V-12 energy later this 12 months, together with the mid-engine Valhalla, which may even use the AMG twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8, however as a part of a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

The automaker may even launch its first EV in 2026. The rollout was pushed again a 12 months because of what management views as weakened demand for electrical automobiles. Whereas Aston has 4 EVs on the drafting board, in addition to a modular EV platform, the notion of decrease demand may very well be the impetus for extra combustion fashions like this off-roader.

At Honda’s current enterprise briefing, the Japanese carmaker outlined its electrification initiatives and funding technique for the approaching years. To kick issues off, the corporate mentioned it has not modified it perception that electrical autos (EVs) are the best resolution within the space of small mobility merchandise resembling bikes and cars.

As such, it’s sustaining its electrification goal to make EVs and FCEVs (gas cell electrical autos) characterize 100% of its international automobile gross sales by 2040. Wanting on the pattern from a longer-term perspective, Honda is assured that the EV shift will proceed to proceed steadily,” mentioned Honda’s director, president and consultant government officer (international CEO), Toshihiro Mibe.

“With out getting too caught up within the present modifications within the state of affairs, Honda should stay up for the interval of EV popularisation, which is able to start within the second half of the 2020s and construct a robust EV model and a robust EV enterprise from a medium- to long-term perspective,” he added.

The corporate can be sticking to its plan introduced three years in the past to make EVs and FCEVs characterize 40% of its international auto gross sales by 2030, and to provide greater than two million EVs. To help the deliberate manufacturing, Honda will set up a vertically-integrated EV worth chain with a central deal with batteries.

The targets set for this initiative embrace lowering the price of batteries procured in North America by greater than 20% in comparison with what’s present by 2030. This might be backed by the three way partnership with LG Power Answer, which is able to see an EV battery plant with an annual capability of 40 GWh start operations in 2025.

The corporate can be working with GS Yuasa in Canada to develop EV batteries for in-house manufacturing. Honda will then proceed to internalise manufacturing by producing cathode supplies with POSCO Future M, and separators with Asahi Kasei, at our respective new three way partnership vegetation to be constructed. A aggressive enterprise construction will even be arrange with the intention of lowering total manufacturing price by roughly 35%.

On the matter of merchandise, the Honda Zero Collection – a worldwide EV collection – will include seven fashions to be launched globally by 2030 masking varied segments. These autos will observe the corporate’s M/M (Man Most, Machine Minimal) idea and are anticipated to be about 100 kg lighter in comparison with its preliminary EVs.

The primary of the 0-branded EVs might be launched within the second half of the 2020s and include a digital UX (consumer expertise), system-on-chip (SOC) for AI, complete ADAS and a core ECU, the final of which consolidates a number of ECUs to kind a single “mind” for your complete automobile.

For the Chinese language market, a complete of 10 Honda-brand EVs might be launched by 2027, with EVs set to characterize 100% of vehicle gross sales in China by 2035. The Ye collection has already been unveiled there to affix the e:N collection at present obtainable.

In Japan, the N-Van e:, a commercial-use small EV, will go in sale within the fall, whereas this yr will see the introduction of electrical bikes powered by the Honda Cellular Energy Pack e: (MPP). Inside fiscal yr 2026 (FY2026), two extra autos with MPPs might be launched.

As for hybrid electrical autos (HEVs), Honda says there may be nonetheless robust demand for such fashions available in the market, so it would proceed to additional advance efficiency and improve the line-up globally.

Naturally, these initiatives require a good bit of funding, which is why Honda is planning to take a position roughly 10 trillion yen (about RM300 billion) in assets over a 10-year interval by way of FY2031.

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Based on a report by AutoExpress, Mercedes-Benz will cease utilizing ‘EQ’ to call its future EVs after the first-generation fashions come to the tip of their life cycles. As an alternative, the German carmaker will revert to conventional naming buildings just like its non-EV fashions.

At current, nearly the entire model’s EVs have ‘EQ’ of their names, from the EQA to the EQS, though there may be an exception. The electrical G-Class that just lately made its debut in Beijing final month wasn’t known as the EQG as many anticipated. As an alternative, it’s marketed because the G580 with EQ Know-how, signalling the beginning of the brand new EV naming technique.

“EQ is the technical lead, future electrical Mercedes-Benz received’t be EQ”, Mercedes-Benz product supervisor Tobi Mantele informed AutoExpress. “EQ is the technical platform for the model. As quickly as you go absolutely electrical you wouldn’t need to drop a model like S-Class,” added an unnamed Mercedes-Benz spokesperson.

This route signifies the model intends to normalise its EVs as a part of the mannequin line-up and can use monikers just like these of petrol and diesel fashions. Regardless of its EV plans, Mercedes-Benz received’t be going absolutely electrical and can proceed to develop plug-in hybrids in addition to making gentle hybrids normal on its inside combustion engine (ICE) automobiles.

“We’re not throwing away different alternatives with our state-of-the-art ICE platforms. We’ve the best-performing PHEV based on vary, and we’re updating these once more,” stated the spokesperson.

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What are the advantages and downsides of coupes?

Coupes are sleeker- and sportier-looking than sedans, and due to their lighter weight and shorter wheelbase, they often present higher efficiency and a extra partaking driving expertise. That is why sports activities automobiles and high-performance automobiles are typically coupes.

The largest disadvantage for coupes, nonetheless, is measurement. Their smaller physique measurement offers much less passenger area, and in some fashions, solely room for 2 passengers. Some coupes provide rear seats, however they’re often solely massive sufficient for youths and are finest fitted to cargo usually. Trunk area additionally tends to be lower than what a sedan offers.

Price is one other space the place coupes typically take a success as a result of they sometimes value greater than sedans.

What are the advantages and downsides of sedans?

Sedans are the kings of consolation; that is why a number of the most opulent automobiles are sedans. They supply loads of area for each entrance and rear passengers due to their longer wheelbase and might often seat as much as 5 individuals. Additionally they provide extra cargo room of their trunks than coupes do, particularly fashions with hatchback-style trunks.

Not like coupes that pressure rear passengers to squeeze between the entrance seats and door body to enter or exit a automobile, a sedan’s rear doorways make entry and exit a lot simpler. Passengers even have a neater time getting out and in of tight areas due to the shorter doorways sedans have.

On the draw back, sedans are often longer and heavier than coupes, which impacts their efficiency. Sedans are additionally extra frequent than coupes, which permits them to mix in with the gang. That may be a professional or con relying on who you’re.

What’s an SUV coupe?

SUV coupes have change into well-liked amongst luxurious manufacturers. They’re conventional SUVs that boast coupe-like styling due to their sloping roofline, however they’ve 4 doorways. The drawback of the sporty roofline is much less cargo area. Regardless of having coupe within the title, these fashions are SUVs that do not deal with or carry out like actual coupes.

Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Genesis designate these fashions by including “Coupe” on the finish of the title. The BMW X2, X4 and X6 SUVs are all coupe variations of the corporate’s conventional X1, X3 and X5 SUVs. Nevertheless it’s extra difficult with Audi. The corporate designates its SUV coupes with Sportback — for instance, the Q5 Sportback. However Audi additionally makes use of Sportback for the sedan model of the A5 as a result of it has a hatchback-style trunk. So as to add to the confusion, the Q8 is the SUV coupe model of the Q7, however Sportback is not within the title.

What must you purchase?

Selecting between a sedan and a coupe is often fairly easy. Should you typically carry round rear passengers, you may doubtless want a sedan as a result of some coupes haven’t got rear seats and the fashions that do are very small. Should you by no means have rear passengers or have a second automobile that may accommodate rear passengers, then a coupe might be higher.

Get a coupe in order for you a sporty-looking experience that stands out within the ocean of SUVs, vehicles and sedans. Or should you benefit from the superior efficiency and driving dynamics that coupes provide. However should you want consolation and area and do not thoughts mixing in, then a sedan may be best for you.

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The recognition of vehicles and SUVs has lowered the demand for sedans and coupes. Fortuitously, automakers that also make automobiles (and never simply vehicles and SUVs) provide a wide-ranging choice of each sorts of automobiles. So now that you’ve got narrowed down your automobile search to a coupe or sedan, be certain to take a look at our particular person mannequin critiques on the sedans or coupes you are contemplating.

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has introduced it is going to be holding a Mercedes-Benz Licensed Pre-owned Carnival this weekend, held throughout the cities of Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru from Might 17 to 19, 2024. The occasion will see 300 used Mercedes automobiles go on sale throughout these three days and cities.

The three areas are as follows:

• Kuala Lumpur – Carro Puchong South
• Penang – Juru Auto Metropolis
• Johor Bahru – Eco Galleria

To sweeten the deal, MBM is providing a number of trade-in choices, plus a complimentary trade-in inspection with Carro. Additionally out there is the Younger Star Agility+ financing scheme that provides prospects RM1,200 in charging credit for fully-electric EQ fashions, as much as RM6,400 in motor insurance coverage assist and as much as RM888 in Contact ‘n Go credit score, together with versatile end-of-agreement choices and a assured future worth for the automotive.

Moreover, there are limited-time affords that embody complimentary tinting for the primary 50 prospects and repair and accent vouchers, plus an opportunity to win as much as RM10,000 in prizes in a fortunate draw. Go to the Mercedes-Benz Malaysia web site for extra data.

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There are a variety of security guidelines to observe whenever you’re at a petroleum station. The obvious is to not smoke, use a lighter, gentle a match or begin an open flame as a result of petrol is a risky, extremely flammable liquid that offers off vapours, that are additionally flammable.

Nevertheless, it seems to be like there are nonetheless these that may’t appear to observe this easy rule. Not too long ago, a video went viral on social media displaying a bunch of individuals having a literal cookout at a Petron station close to Genting Highlands.

Within the video, we are able to see a number of of the cookout attendees getting ready Maggi on the spot noodles and different meals on transportable stoves and having a enjoyable time, not figuring out that they’re placing themselves and others at risk.

Suffice to say, that is one thing you need to completely not do. A fireplace at a petroleum station is horrifying and may end up in lack of life. Scale back the potential for mishaps by following the principles and never have or do something that will begin a hearth.

Macam mana diorang ni boleh terfikir nak pasang range dekat stesen minyak? 😰 pic.twitter.com/BvBr5h8It9

— 🇲🇾 (@localrkyt) Could 12, 2024

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A record-breaking crowd of 88,180 spectators gathered for the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, setting a brand new attendance document for the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) races, excluding the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The occasion, nevertheless, turned out to be much less celebratory for the BMW M Crew WRT and BMW M Motorsport groups. Throughout spherical three of the 2024 season, BMW M Crew WRT’s Hypercars, the 2 BMW M Hybrid V8s, confronted a difficult race, ending in 11th and 13th place after a tumultuous six hours that included a close to two-hour pause resulting from a purple flag incident. This disappointing end result adopted their entry into the Hyperpole session with one Hypercar throughout Friday’s qualifying, mirroring their earlier efficiency at Imola.

Regardless of excessive hopes and a powerful begin from ninth place on the grid by the crew of Robin Frijns, Sheldon van der Linde, and René Rast in automobile #20, and 12th place by Dries Vanthoor, Marco Wittmann, and Raffaele Marciello in automobile #15, each groups struggled to advance within the race. Whereas BMW M Crew WRT confronted setbacks, the race concluded with Hertz Crew JOTA securing their first outright victory within the WEC’s Hypercar period, with Will Stevens and Callum Ilott on the helm. The duo outpaced the No. 6 Penske Porsche group and the No. 50 Ferrari, finishing a podium of intense competitors and high-speed drama.

Within the LMGT3 class, the narrative was equally grim for Crew WRT. Regardless of a promising 1-2 end at Imola, each BMW M4 GT3s retired prematurely resulting from incidents past their management. Ahmad Al Harthy, sharing the #46 BMW M4 GT3 with Valentino Rossi and Maxime Martin, was pressured out of competition after a extreme collision attributable to a sequence response. Equally, the #31 automobile, piloted by Augusto Farfus, Sean Gelael, and Darren Leung, was additionally knocked out in an accident after 4 hours of racing. As repairs to the observe limitations ensued, the race was halted, testing the resilience of groups and drivers. Happily, each Al Harthy and Gelael have been unhurt within the incidents.

The subsequent main take a look at would be the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans on June 15th and 16th the place BMW Motorsport can even race their upcoming Artwork Automotive.