Johor plans to introduce new parking system in 2016
The Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) has announced that it is planning to introduce a new parking system to replace the existing coupon system currently in operation. The new system, though not …
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Taxi associations against legalising Uber, GrabCar
The Transport Ministry recently revealed that it will be reviewing possible regulations for ride-sharing services like Uber and GrabCar, in an effort to legalise these services. However, the move has come under …
Honda Civic Type R – RevoZport previews new bodykit
The new Honda Civic Type R may already be quite a striking car to look at – what with its assortment of spoilers, vents, diffusers and that enormous rear wing – but …
VIDEO: The unconventional oven by Matt Moran – never leave a child alone in your car under the sun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=share&v=Og-t_74sQ78&app=desktop Ever wondered how hot your car gets under the tropical sun? It isn't uncommon to read about children or pets suffering from heat stroke, or dying, when shut in a car …
Australia set to introduce tougher side impact testing
The Australian government has announced that it will soon introduce tougher rules for side impact crash testing for light passenger and commercial vehicles. The new regulation, which is part of the new …
VIDEO: Ford’s Snowkhana 4 – a snowy X’mas message
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APxnZJ719E0 Now here’s an unusual Season’s Greetings video from Ford, titled "Snowkhana 4: Ho Ho Hokhana." The over two-minute ad features a Ford Focus RS as the main star, with Santa or …
Refusing to give way to VIP convoys with a police escort against the law, and a punishable offence – IGP
It's against the law to refuse to give way to VIP convoys with a police escort, according to Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar. The Star reports that road users …
R35 Nissan GT-R to go for premium luxury market
The R35 Nissan GT-R is poised to move into a more luxurious market position, according to GT-R programme manager Hiroshi Tamura. He said the current GT-R still has some targets to achieve, …
Acura Precision Concept previews future sedan styling
With sharp lines and distinctive design features such as "Jewel Eye" LED headlights and beak-like grille, the latest Acuras are far from the typical boring styling descriptors like "milquetoast" and "middle of …
Volvo XC60 rendered as next-generation coupe
Now that Volvo’s flagship sedan and SUV has finally been revealed, the attention now shifts toward the other vehicles in its line-up. This includes the next-generation Volvo XC60, which has been rendered …
Perodua offers nitrogen tyre inflation – RM15.90
Perodua has announced that it will be offering a new nitrogen tyre inflation service. Priced from RM15.90 per fill for all four tyres, the service is said to be available at selected …
No crowds at JPJ despite upcoming five-day shutdown
It seems there has been no rush to obtain Road Transport Department (JPJ) services despite the department having announced that it will be shutting down its operations completely from December 23 to …
2015 Yamaha YZF-R1 and R1M recalled over gearbox
Yamaha has issued a worldwide recall for the 2015 YZF-R1 and R1M. According to a letter from Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, the issue affects the gearbox of its top-of-the-line superbike. The letter …
DRIVEN: Porsche Cayenne facelift – to Johor and back
En route to the local launch event of Porsche Cayman GT4 in Johor recently, Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) was kind enough to grant us a test drive down and back in …
VIDEO: Lambo Murcielago vs Ford Mustang drift battle
https://youtu.be/hepFlpCdTgU You’ll need your headphones for this one. Monster Energy recently dropped this video of a drift battle, aptly titled #BATTLEDRIFT - Vaughn vs. Daigo, where a heavily modified Lamborghini Murcielago goes …
VIDEO: Fiat Toro pick-up stars in new Star Wars teaser
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_Hu9nOom0U As if we haven’t had enough Star Wars-themed marketing campaigns, here is Fiat getting in on some of the action. Its upcoming Fiat Toro light pick-up truck, designed for South America, …
Taxi firm suing Uber, GrabCar for territory infringement
More on the Uber and Grabcar front, and this time it's about a taxi company wanting to take the two transportation network companies to court. Earlier in the week, The Malaysian Insider …
Porsche’s Michael Mauer now VW Group design head
Porsche design boss Michael Mauer has been appointed the new head of Volkswagen Group design, in addition to his present role. The 53-year old German will take over the helm from legendary …
SPIED: Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 AMG on Fed Hwy
Not for the first time, here is another look at the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe making its rounds on Malaysian roads. Specifically, this GLE 450 AMG Coupe was sighted on the Federal Highway …
That year that was – a 2015 Superbike roundup
The year 2015 was an interesting one for the litre-bike class, as manufacturers kept upping the ante. Buyers were spoilt for choice as technology from both the MotoGP and WSBK championships trickled …
