Classic cars exempt from Paris pre-1997 vehicle ban
French classic car owners living in and around the city of Paris, France, can rejoice as the ban on vehicles manufactured before 1997 entering the city centre will not apply to registered …
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Malaysian transport minister: road-users attitude to safety is poor, changes in helmet law being considered
The attitude of Malaysian road-users towards safety campaigns held during festive seasons in Malaysia to raise safety awareness and prevent road deaths was critisised by Transport minister Datuk Sri Liow Tiong Lai. …
REVIEW: 2016 KTM Adventure 1050 – an alternative to BMW Motorrad’s invincible Gelande/Strasse?
When the concept of the heavy-duty, long-distance, touring motorcycle was put into regular production as the Gelande/Strasse by BMW Motorrad over three decades ago, no one could have fore-seen what was basically …
2016 CMC Italjet 125 scooter in Malaysia – RM6,996
Italian brand Italjet is known for its range of urban scooters that are stylish, but easy to ride and maintain. After a 10-year absence from the Malaysian market, the Italjet brand is …
Ex-Volkswagen CEO Winterkorn facing five years’ jail?
The German judiciary has targetted former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn and a current member of the VW group management board in a criminal investigation over the "Dieselgate" scandal. It was reported in …
2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera recalled – clutch issue
A recall - number SRV-RCL-16-002 - has been issued by Ducati North America for the 2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera for a clutch issue that could cause the rear wheel to lock up. …
Jeep Renegade Hell’s Revenge for Harley-Davidson
The Jeep Renegade, a small SUV offering based on Fiat Chrysler America's (FCA) Small Wide platform, has undergone a special edition makeover by custom motorcycle fabricator Garage Italia Customs, to bring to …
Volkswagen Group to drop 40 vehicle models by 2025?
A report has emerged that Volkswagen is considering cutting 40 models from the lineup across its various car brands by 2025. German online daily Handelsblatt, quoted in a Reuters report, said that …
Ducati motorcycle brand not for sale, says Volkswagen
A speculative report carried on Bloomberg on June 15 stating that VW was weighing options in divesting itself of non-core brands caused talk that Ducati would be among companies that it owned …
Police warn bikers to use motorcycle lane on highway
A stern warning has been issued by the police that all motorcyclists, regardless of the size of the bike they are riding, must use the dedicated motorcycle lane along the Federal highway. …
Proton receives first RM300mil instalment of soft loan
Proton has received the first instalment of RM300 million out of the RM1.5 billion government soft loan, said treasury secretary-general Tan Sri Dr Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah, with the balance to be …
VIDEO: New Proton CEO on the 2016 Perdana – it’s not about volume, but prestige and customer service
https://youtu.be/M1d5WWmHbrA During the launch of the 2016 Proton Perdana, Proton's new CEO Datuk Ahmad Fuaad Kenali held forth on why the Perdana is an important model for the national car company going …
Ducati to show two new models at World Ducati Week
Now in its ninth edition, World Ducati Week (WDW) is an event where Ducati riders from around the world gather to celebrate the brand and generally have a good time. Held in …
Controversy as B10 biodiesel goes on sale in Malaysia – MAA says may cause engine damage, MBA says no
The implementation of the sale of B10 biodiesel - diesel fuel blended with palm oil in a 90:10 ratio - beginning in June 2016, has raised much controversy over its suitability for …
Harley-Davidson will have an electric bike by 2021
Developments in electric motorcycles, or e-bikes, are taking great strides forward. While some remain pipe dreams, others are actively bringing e-bikes to the mass market. The new e-bikes are promising better efficiency …
2014-2016 Yamaha YZF-R25 recalled for oil pump and clutch pressure plate issues
Yamaha Motor Corporation has issued recall notice number 3824 for YZF-R25s manufactured between October 6, 2014 and May 23, 2016 for oil pump and clutch pressure plate issues. The recall also affects …
FEATURE: Setting up a Superbike race machine – Suzuki GSX-R1000 L5 Team Suzuki Hiap Aik Racing
The story may be apocryphal, but legend has it that the moment the second ever motorcycle was produced, two riders lined up before a line drawn in the dirt, and motorcycle racing …
Lego Creator VW Beetle – 1,167 pieces, with surfboard
Following the release of the Lego Technic Porsche 911 GT3 RS a fortnight ago, Lego has released the Creator set #10252 of the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. Comprising of 1,167 pieces, this Creator …
‘F 1’ Putrajaya number plate goes for RM5 million?
The recent announcement of the new 'F' and 'V' car number plate sequence for the Federal Territory (Wilayah Persekutuan) and Putrajaya has seen a record-breaking bidding frenzy from punters wanting to own …
Malaysian Kasma Daniel to train under Valentino Rossi
Malaysian Kasma Daniel Kasmayudin, 16, who hails from Skudai, Johor, has been selected - along with four other riders - to attend the VR46 Riders Academy in Tavullia, Italy, where he will …
