2011 Ford Fiesta introduced in China
Two years after the Ford Fiesta made its debut in China, Changan Ford has launched the upgraded 2011 Fiesta, with changes including a more refined interior, additional tech/features and new colours, as …
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Daihatsu to intensify focus on Indonesia as part of growth
Daihatsu is set to make Indonesia an integral part of its business expansion globally, according to a report in the Nikkei. The Japanese small car specialist, which posted a record 103.4 billion …
Proton Persona – now available in signature solid white
Click to enlarge Proton is really a very busy bee today - the Persona also gets into the mix in the flurry of sudden activity, though in this case there's only the …
Ford develops heart rate monitoring car seat
Ford has come up with a prototype vehicle seat that can monitor a driver’s heart activity, a device that could one day reduce the number of accidents and fatalities that occur as …
Toyota Friend – an in-car private social network
Toyota has announced that it will be introducing Toyota Friend, a private social network for Toyota customers and their cars. Essentially, the in-car system will offer Toyota users the means to connect …
Shell develops 0W-10 viscosity concept lubricant
Some developments on the lubrication front. It isn't due out in the market anytime soon, but it does show how going thin can achieve better fuel consumption. It's a 0W-10 ultra low …
TRW develops roof-mounted airbag – to be seen in offerings by a major European automaker
TRW Automotive has unveiled a new 'bag in roof' airbag system, which it says can replace dashboard-mounted airbags rather effectively. While continuing to afford high levels of protection to passengers, the roof-mounted …
Lamborghini to build a ‘daily driver’ third model
Well, such is the way the world works - one eventually has to pander to the demands which scream "daily driver," even if you happen to be making supercars. According to a …
Peugeot month-long extended hours service campaign
Good news for Peugeot owners, on the servicing front, that is. Nasim is set to introduce a month-long extended hours service campaign from May 27 until June 26 - this will see …
Toyota Vios 1.5G Limited – new RM89k variant soon
Something new on the cards with the Toyota Vios, by the looks of it. UMW Toyota's website teases a new variant called the G Limited, which when it arrives will bring the …
SafetyRec iPhone app – helping drivers drive better
In Japan, the Nikkei reports that Datatec Co, a company that develops delivery truck driving-log recorders, is starting a new Internet-based service in July called SafetyRec, which scores a person's driving skills …
Aston Martin V12 Zagato endurance racer concept debuts
Click to enlarge Aston Martin's newest collaboration with Zagato, the V12 Zagato endurance racer concept, was unveiled over the weekend at the Villa D’Este Concours in Lake Como, Italy, primarily as a …
Team Proton R3 dominates Round 2 of the MSS
It was a successful weekend for Team Proton R3 at Sepang, with its two entries finishing first and second in the two races in Round 2 of the Malaysian Super Series (MSS). …
B5 biodiesel programme to start with Putrajaya
The implementation of the B5 biodiesel programme in the country is set to begin in June, with Putrajaya starting off things, according to Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister Tan Sri Bernard Dompok. …
Proton AMP – new spare parts line for the budget conscious
Proton has introduced a second, alternative spare parts brand called AMP, aimed at providing a more cost-effective solution for Proton owners in terms of replacement components for their rides. The AMP (After …
International Engine of the Year awards – Fiat bags top prize
The recently concluded 2011 edition of the International Engine of the Year awards saw Fiat bagging the overall engine of the year gong with its 875cc TwinAir two-cylinder turbocharged engine. The international …
Lada Granta – Europe’s cheapest car to debut end-2011
The title of Europe's cheapest car will soon belong to the Lada Granta, which will make its debut sometime in late 2011. Built by Russia's largest automaker, AvtoVAZ, the pricing could start …
BHPetrol Infiniti Fever Frenzy II – first Proton Inspira won
BHPetrol's four-month long Infiniti Fever Frenzy II contest has seen its first of four Proton Inspira 2.0 CVT sedans up for grabs being won, and the inaugural winner is N. Veenaigmoorthy Narasaman …
Bribespot – helping to put a ‘face’ to corruption
Bribery is pretty much a rampant, worldwide thing, and it happens in many facets of life. We can all do without it, for sure, but one way or another most of us …
Hyundai Genesis Prada – one very large, stylish bag
Click to enlarge Hyundai has introduced the production version of its Genesis Prada in Korea, two years after a special edition was unveiled at the Seoul Motor Show. The limited edition variant …
