January 16th, 2006 at 07:39pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
Do you like Nissan 350Z? If you like it, you should see this. Recently I discover a website. It has a whole collection of commercials and videos about the Nissan 350Z. The website background has many signboard. For the 350Z fans, I’m sure you’ll like it.
So here’s the link: yadamnfool.com .
January 16th, 2006 at 01:10am frances Category : Auto News, Malaysia
The German automaker Volkswagen AG will open a car distribution company in Malaysia next month, according to a report in the financial weekly The Edge. It was said that the company will be headed by former chief of sales for Volkswagen’s Asia-Pacific market, Axel Barth.
It is expected to grant Quasar Carriage to be its super dealer, which currently distributes VW Skoda range of cars in Malaysia. This news break out just two day after the annoucement by VW that it has scrap plan of future tie up with Proton, a move which send shock to the public.
Looks like VW does have a backup plan in its strategy of entering Malaysia market or probably SEA auto market…
January 13th, 2006 at 11:29pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, Malaysia
In Bursa Malaysia today:
Proton share price fell as much as RM1.25 to RM5.10 in early trade before it ended the morning session at RM5.65, down 70 sen. There were 4.62 million shares done. Its covered warrants fell 10 sen to 45 sen.
This happen after a day announcement from VW about the termination of tie-up talk with Proton.
More news from Bernama and The Edge Daily
January 12th, 2006 at 11:39pm frances Category : Auto News, Malaysia
News from Reuters reported that Volkswagen has scrapped plan in cooperative with Proton to build and sell VW brand cars for the local market. VW Chief Executive Bernd Pischetsrieder told investors that the different ideas of Proton and VW on the initial cooperative talk has cause them having decided such a move.
So many “unpleasant” news happen to Proton previously and it share prices has been receiving a steady drop since Oct last year.
Share Price Performance from The Star
Will this announcement from VW has even more painful impact on Proton? What is Proton next strategy? Will there be another partnership going on talk? We’ll have to see…
January 11th, 2006 at 09:03pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
At the NAIAS 2006 Mercedes-Benz will launching a unique initiative. The manufacturer is unveiling two vehicles that pave the way for an all-new diesel vehicle generation: the E 320 BLUETEC, the Vision GL 320 BLUETEC, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee BLUETEC. Mercedes-Benz has transformed the diesel engine into a clean and future-compatible system. This system is called the BLUETEC.
The first BLUETEC vehicles available in the US will be the E 320 BLUETEC models, expected to launch in autumn 2006.
The GL-Class, a brand new full-size SUV from Mercedes Benz. The company will also presenting the GL 320 BLUETEC. With this latest concept vehicle, the car manufacturer proves that it is possible to combine excellent fuel economy and minimal emissions in every vehicle category, including full-size SUVs. The Vision GL 320 BLUETEC has a V6 diesel engine producing 211 hp. With this performance the expected fuel consumption is 9.4 l/100 km (25 mpg). It is the most economical full-size SUV in the US, offering a fuel saving of between 20 and 40 percent compared to gasoline engines with equal power rating. The E 320 BLUETEC also equipped the same V6 diesel engine, with a fuel consumption of 6,7 l/100 km (35 mpg).
The Jeep Grand Cherokee BLUETEC.
Bluetec is a combination of technologies for passenger cars and light trucks to reduce all relevant emission components. The system for passenger cars includes an oxidizing catalytic converter and a diesel particulate filter, as well as innovative systems for reducing nitrogen oxide emissions. Whether a combination of Denox and a Bluetec catalytic converter, or AdBlue injection with a Bluetec catalytic converter is used will depend on the individual design concept of the vehicle. Regardless of which technical solution is used, Bluetec makes diesel vehicles in every class the cleanest diesels in the world. Bluetec diesel technology for Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicles combines highly efficient engines with an exhaust gas treatment system based on selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology. With SCR technology, nitrogen oxides are converted into harmless nitrogen and water vapor by adding ammonia as a reducing agent in a catalytic converter.( Source from leftlanenews.com)
Further information and photos please visit worldcarfans.com or autoblog.com.
January 11th, 2006 at 08:26pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
The 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV, is the largest member of the Escalade family. Combining power, size and strength with trademark Cadillac styling and technology, the Escalade ESV has strongly positioned Cadillac in the large luxury SUV market. The Escalade ESV will debuting at the North American International Auto Show.
The Escalade ESV featuring the new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. Powered by a new 6.2L all-aluminum V-8 engine with variable valve timing technology producing 403 horsepower.
The Escalade ESV is 21 inches (53.4 cm) longer than the normal Escalade, offering more premium seating and cargo-carrying capability.Features all the same features as the normal Escalade, but adds an extra DVD system with large 8-inch flip-down screen for third-row passengers.
Further reference at worldcarfans.com.
January 10th, 2006 at 12:30am pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
Toyota have a new member from the MPV’s, the F3R Concept. It makes its debut at the North American International Automobile Show (NAIAS) in Detroit January 9. Offering maximum space, efficiency and athletic style is just some of the facts of the F3R. The F3R is a creative, sporty extension of a concept.
The F3R’s exterior featured a tall, wedged body shape that incorporated wide, dynamic shoulders, with its sleek 22-inch wheels and wide performance tires planted at the extreme boundaries of all four corners.
The F3R’s interior is surrounded by a wrap-around backrest formed by the flowing curve of the instrument panel, doors and rear seatback panels. These are accented by fiber-optic lighting panels in the seat sides, and in the F3R’s right-center grand entry, that can be lit to provide illumination during lounge chat session. Up front, the driver’s seat reclines and swivels, and the passenger seat reclines to form a comfortable chaise. In the middle, the right and center sections of the 40/20/40-percent second-row seats fold into the floor and the left-hand seat reclines fully to form, with the rearmost or third row, an avant-garde sofa built around the sort of conversation area you might find in an upscale home.(Source by worldcarfans.com)
The interior of the F3R.
More details at babez.de.
January 9th, 2006 at 11:25pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
Dodge has unveiled the photos of the 2006 Dodge Challenger Concept. The design is regarding to the 1970’s Challenger. Using a 6.1L HEMI engine that produce 425 hp, having iconic front and back end, and chrome-accented interior, we can call this car ‘A muscle car of the futures.’ More details and photo’s after this.
Under the hood is the legendary HEMI engine.
Future style tailamp…
Hard cover on the outside, Soft seater at the inside.
Clean looking dashboard. I thought muscles car didn’t have power window…
I like these meter gauges. Like the 1970’s model, it also have four meter gauges.
CD-Player and Air-cond at the same place.
Know more on autoblog.com.
January 7th, 2006 at 11:24pm pep boyz Category : Auto News, International
Looking for a new Porsche? Well, there’s a few model that will went into production this year. Have a look with these exotic cars and I guaranteened you will like it.(All source by worldcarfans.com)
The new 911 GT3 , is about to be launched. Featuring centrally-mounted twin exhaust tailpipes. It is expected to have the 3.8-litre engine that can produce 400 hp.
The all new 911 Turbo will produce 460bhp and will go on sale in spring 2006. The car will adopt a new four-wheel drive system that allows power to be fed to the individual wheel with the most grip. The price is almost 130 000 Euros.
The 997 Targa is expected to go on sale in summer 2006. Like previous Targa model, It also has the powered glass roof.
Porsche has finally confirmed that will build a sedan, called the Panamera. The car is expected to went into production in 2009. A 4.5-liter V8 engine will be equipped in this rear wheel drive sedan. Customer will have two choices of the powers- either the340-horsepower version, or the 450-horsepower turbocharged version.
Here are some of the photos of the Panamera that I found at other site. A big difference, right?
The spy shot of the facelifted Cayenne. Looks nothing difference…
The Porsche Cayenne Compact. Smaller than the Cayenne, however, this is just artist impression. I wonder when it will produce?
911, GT3 ,Porsche
January 5th, 2006 at 07:47pm tiger Category : Auto News, Malaysia
Today news had confirm that BMW Malaysia has appointed Sime Darby Auto Imports Sdn Bhd (SDAI) as their new import partner.
From Jan 1st, SDAI became official importer of BMW CBU cars, motorcycles as well as MINI in Malaysia. Sime Darby Auto Imports is a subsidiary of Sime Darby Group.
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