Archive for October, 2005
October 31st, 2005 at 08:33pm
pep boyz
Category : Auto News, International
BMW’s new Mini will come out in sleeker style next summer with this special version of the Mini Cooper S. Equipped the ‘John Cooper Works GP Kit’, it offer less weight, more power and a sporty new look. Only 2000 productions will be built.
These are the sketches of the Mini Cooper S.
The features are Recaro front seats and the rear seats have been removed altogether, along with the air-conditioning system and most of the sound-deadening and replacement of the rear axle control arms with aluminum units.
Here are the few links to know more about this car:
autoblog.com, MINI2.com and autocar.co.uk.
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October 28th, 2005 at 12:41pm
tiger
Category : Auto News, Drive and Rides
News from The Star:
Effective today, the maximum renewal period for driving licences will be five years instead of 10, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.
He said the move was to enable the authorities to act quickly against those who flouted traffic rules and also reduce road accidents.
The new regulations would only be implemented on Jan 1. It would not affect the existing ability to renew driving licences.
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October 27th, 2005 at 09:53pm
pep boyz
Category : Auto News, International
After the sneak peek of the sketches, Nissan company has revealed the photos of its latest concept, the GT-R Proto.
The headlamp.
The tailamp.
The sketches.
The Nissan GT-R Proto unveiling.
More info or photo on carbodydesign.com or japanesecarfans.com.
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October 27th, 2005 at 08:30am
pep boyz
Category : 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Auto News, International
The Hyundai HVS.
The Hyundai Neos-3 Concept.
The 2007 Jaguar XK.
The Kia Sport.
The Lexus GS450h.
The Lexus LF-Sh.
The Lexus LF-A.
The Mazda MPV.
The Mazda Senku Concept.
The Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid Concept.
The Mazda RX-8 Hydrogen RE.
The Mercedes-Benz F600 Hygenius Concept.
The Mini Concept Tokyo.
The Mitsubishi Concept-X.
The Mitsubishi Concept D-5.
The Mitsubishi ‘i’ Concept.
The Mitsubishi Outlander.
The Mitsuoka Orochi Nude-top Roadster.
The Nissan Amenio Concept.
The Nissan AVM.
The Nissan Foria Concept.
The Nissan Skyline GT-R Concept.
The Nissan Note inspired by Adidas.
The Nissan Bluebird Sylphy.
The Nissan Wingroad.
The Nissan Pivo Concept.
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October 26th, 2005 at 09:49pm
pep boyz
Category : Auto News, International
The Mini Concept Tokyo is a vehicle created to offer unique functionalities during travels, trips and picnics. It is a original design study based on the philosophy of “British travelling style”. It comes 45 years after the Mini Traveller (presented September 1960).
This is how the doors open.
The nice sketches.
The Easy Entry System with swivelling driver and front passenger seats.
The Sports Utility Box can keep some cutleries.
The rotating Centre Speedo appearing to hover in space accentuates this particular impression. The rear-seat backrests, in turn, fold down individually, forming a flat surface flush with the floor of the luggage compartment.
The adjustable Cargo Box. The cover also acts as a loading aid and as a partition between the cabin and the luggage compartment.
The building process of the Mini Concept Tokyo.
The 1960 Mini Traveller.
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October 26th, 2005 at 12:37am
pep boyz
Category : Auto News, Malaysia
Ford Malaysia company has launched two models, the New Focus 1.8 Ghia and the Limited Edition Ranger XLT 4×2 Automatic.
The New Focus has a big difference compare to the previous model. The New Focus has many new feature, such as the new MacPherson struts, the Aero Blades, the Control Blade independent rear suspension and many more.
While the Limited Edition Ranger XLT 4×2 Automatic is targeted at ‘urbanites who want versatility, exclusivity and the perks of a full size pick-up at an excellent value package’. The new version has more urban-oriented features which include leather seats, body claddings and many more. Only 100 units of this Ranger will be available.
More info on ford.com.my.
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October 25th, 2005 at 12:02am
tiger
Category : Car Tech, Gadget
Volvo, car safety pioneer of the automotive has launched a new range of ISOFIX child seats!
The ISOFIX child seat was worked out together by Volvo and with the leading child seat manufacturer, Britax. The new infant seat is suitable from birth up to 13kg (approximately 9-11 months) – also known as group 0+.
What so special about the seat is: when using ISOFIX attachments, there is no need to use car seat belt. It can be front or rear facing and can be fitted in the rear seats.
There are two model available:
FixWay ISOFIX And Baby-Safe Plus ISOFIX:
The Baby-Safe Plus car seat is available from Volvo dealers for £223.69 (including ISOFIX base). Full details and a compatibility list for these child seats are available here.
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October 25th, 2005 at 12:01am
tiger
Category : 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Auto News
Ok, bore to see all cars… Now what?!
Car Show Gals!
Just want to tell you that the car show girls are really as sexy as u expected this year…
Here some of it:
Hungry for more? Well… Can’t help you much in this.
Visit the following site if you are really thirst for it:
Auto Gallery Tokyo 2005
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October 24th, 2005 at 10:25pm
tiger
Category : Auto News, Malaysia
Good News to all Myvi customers (or plan to buy one in the future) :
Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua) says there will be no price increase for Perodua cars until the year end despite the announcement of the National Automotive Policy Framework (NAP), its managing director Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar said.
“We don’t see the price going up in the near future until this December as Perodua still has at least two months’ stock,” he told reporters at a Buka Puasa organised by Perodua for 80 poor children.
However, for next year the company will have to conduct a study before determining the cost structure of its car, he said…. News from Bernama
Meanwhile the government’s move to announce the framework ahead of the announcement of the NAP, which would be in one to three months.
We guess no matter what new policy or measure the goverment going to take, the new framework wouldn’t runaway from the principle of protecting Proton and other national cars. So the price or other imported cars will not likely to drop.
We will re-arrange some comments and views from other press and make a summary for you as a reference.
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October 24th, 2005 at 10:09pm
tiger
Category : Auto News, Drive and Rides
Fuel stations will continue accepting payment by credit card as supporting banks have agreed to reduce the charge imposed on fuel station operators by 0.3 % per litre of petrol or diesel from Nov 1st.
New Charges VS Old Charges:
0.83 % per litre petrol/diesel Compare to current 1.13%
OR
1.34sen per litre petrol Compare to current 1.83sen
1.06 sen per litre diesel Compare to current 1.45 sen
Now the bad news to those who use credit card to pay petrol:
As a mean of reducing the financial cost of the banks, consumers paying for fuel with the credit card would be ineligible for bonus points under consumer loyalty programmes (which means the amount you use for petrol payment is not counted to waive the monthly/annual fee as impose by certain credit company.** Certain credit card company need you to spend at least RM50 each month or else some charges will impose to your account.).
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