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Audi has become the first carmaker to offer 4G Long Term Evolution (4G LTE) internet in a production car, amidst the launch of the high-speed network in the UK by O2 and Vodafone. Available in […]
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Volkswagen Think Blue. – National Challenge 2013 bags a winner; to compete at global meet in Germany
You’ve read all about Volkswagen’s Think Blue. philosophy here, as well as the Think Blue. – National Challenge 2013 search for Malaysia’s most fuel efficient driver. Thirty finalists challenged each other in a series of […]
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Audi A8 facelift to get sequential LED turn indicators
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Kipl25WIhE?rel=0 Part of the third-gen Audi A8 facelift‘s Matrix LED headlamp technology are sequentially-illuminating LED turn indicators, which Ingolstadt says will make the driver’s turning intentions clearer in poor visibility and from long distances. Each headlamp contains 18 […]
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2014 Ford Fusion and Mondeo get rear inflatable belts
The 2014 Ford Fusion and Mondeo will be the first vehicles in their class to offer rear inflatable safety belts. Ford pioneered the technology a few years back on the 2011 Ford Explorer, and later […]
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Continental ContiSilent gives you the silent treatment
Continental AG has introduced a new technology that substantially reduces tyre noise inside the cabin to increase car comfort. Dubbed ContiSilent, it’s a breakthrough invention that cuts tyre noise without compromising the tyre’s outright grip […]
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New BMW i3 – can its carbon-fibre panels be repaired?
We’ve covered the new BMW i3’s revolutionary mass-produced carbon-fibre structure last week, and almost immediately a few readers raised the question on whether or not it can be repaired in case of a crash. In […]
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BMW i3 in detail – the world’s first mass-produced car to be made primarily of carbon-fibre
The revolutionary BMW i3 premium all-electric vehicle made its global debut just a few days ago, representing a new form of sustainable mobility. There’s a lot to get excited about here. BMW claims that this […]
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Google Maps with Navigation for Android now in M’sia
The latest update for Google Maps for Android mobile phones and tablets, officially rolled out yesterday, now offers turn-by-turn navigation with voice guided driving direction in Malaysia. A major refresher, the update encompasses of a […]
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New Volvo XC90’s safety tech explained; due end-2014
The second-gen Volvo XC90 isn’t due before the end of next year, but already Volvo has seen fit to tell us all about its impressive array of safety tech. But then again, we would, too. […]
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GM, Honda to collaborate on fuel cell technologies
General Motors and Honda have announced a long-term, definitive master agreement to co-develop next-generation technologies for fuel cell and hydrogen storage, aimed for 2020. An emphasis will be placed on refuelling infrastructure, which the carmakers […]
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Audi Matrix LED headlamps to debut on next A8
In much the same vein as Volvo’s Active High Beam Control system, Audi’s Matrix LED headlamps activate, deactivate or dim automatically at night, according to the situation. You’ll see them first on the Audi A8 […]
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Ford tests early warning Electronic Brake Light system
Ford has been field-testing a high-tech early warning ‘brake light’ system that can warn drivers following behind, even if they can’t actually see the car right ahead (as when around a bend). The technology is […]
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Volvo pioneers autonomous self-parking car tech
Volvo Car Group has pioneered a working concept for an autonomous self-parking car. The new feature allows the car to find and park itself without the driver inside, while also interacting safely and smoothly with […]
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Common Module Family for Renault-Nissan Alliance
So the Volkswagen Group has its ultra-flexible MQB platform while PSA is just starting to use its equally modular EMP2 base. Mazda too isn’t far behind either with its SkyActiv-Chassis to call upon. Now the […]
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HondaLink apps make Asian debut in Thailand
The HondaLink smartphone app has made its Asian debut in Thailand, along with Honda Roadside Assistance and HondaLink Navigation. The apps are designed to enhance the Honda owner experience by making it quicker and easier for customers […]