Lollipop presents Phat & Furious featured quite a number of modded rides in its first-ever autoshow held at the Mist CLub, Bangsar Avenue. The event was held for five rounds starting from the 8th January 2010 (1st round), 15th January 2010 (2nd round), 22nd January 2010 (3rd round), 29th January 2010 (round 4) and 5th February 2010 where the rides was shortlisted to 20 ultimate Phat and Furious rides.

I’d say the event was somewhat creatively done as the public judging was via Facebook thru the group page’s Lollipop presents Phat …

Introduction
The objective of Rakan Trafik PSA competition is to encourage greater participation among undergraduates on issues relating to road safety as well as to provide them opportunity in presenting their creative ideas, understanding and critical evaluation on the various aspects of road safety issues.

Themes for PSA:
1. Improper usage of helmet
2. Turning without signal
3. Driving without fastening seat belt
4. Using handphone while driving.
5. Turning without stopping at junction
All PSA have to be in scope of the themes above.

Rules and Regulations

Eligibility
1. Contestants must be students of private or …

Catch U Photo Competition
Catch U competition is a photo taking contest of deviant motorists who violate traffic rules in USM main campus. Students can use their mobile phone or camera to take photo of deviant motorists. After taking the pictures, participants have to write below the picture the date, time, venue of the incident and the traffic offences committed.

Submission Criteria

All USM students and staffs are encouraged to participate in this competition.
The contest will begin from 1st February 2010 to 5th March 2010 and …

Recently at a Volvo showroom in the Klang Valley, Volvo Cars Malaysia (VCM) proudly announced the arrival of its latest model to its stable of already enviable models available for the Malaysian market by highlighting the lifestyle that can be experienced and enjoyed through owning such a vehicle. The vehicle or model that was introduced was none other than the new Volvo V50 2.0L Powershift, a sporty and attractive estate, otherwise also known as a station wagon.
According to VCM, if you are looking for a high-spirited, compact premium wagon that …

Rolls Royce Motor Cars Kuala Lumpur made a grand entrance into the Malaysian Automotive Industry and market recently by previewing the new four-door super-luxury saloon, the Ghost, for the first time in Kuala Lumpur, and Malaysia.
The Ghost is smaller and more dynamic than previous Rolls-Royce models and is instantly recognizable as a Rolls-Royce, achieving a new modernism but remaining true to its luxurious heritage. The super-luxurious car is the first in a new Rolls-Royce model series, separate from the Phantom family which comprises of the Phantom, the Phantom Extended Wheelbase …

Valentino Rossi led the way for the second day running in Sepang today, concluding the first test of the year on top of the standings.
His Fiat Yamaha team-mate Jorge Lorenzo was also on the pace today, finishing the test third fastest behind Casey Stoner.
The drizzle this morning meant the track did not fully dry out until lunchtime and it was after one o’clock before Rossi left the pit on his 2010 YZR-M1. The World Champion, who turns 31 in ten days time, completed 32 laps and set a best time …

Day two or the last day of the MotoGP preseason testing at that Sepang International Circuit started wet as light drizzle continued to fall early in the morning till 10am.
But it didn’t dampen the riders from going on with their test with Nicky Hayden riding a Ducati clocking the fastest time of the day as of noon today.
Hayden clocked 2:14.852 on lap 13 of the 5.543km long circuit, 13 seconds slower than yesterday’s fastest time set by Valentino Rossi at 2:01.411 in dry conditions.

Rossi who won his seventh MotoGP championship …

It was all talks about their brand new bikes and renewed rivalries between Lorenzo and Rossi, but friendship seemed to be blooming between Colin Edwards and Ben Spies during Yamaha’s press conference in Sepang International Circuit yesterday.

Rossi seemed to be in good spirit, holding on to the fastest lap among the riders in Sepang. “We try to give it our best from the very first day and we’ve achieved good lap times during the test.”
“I hope that there will be more battles this year, compared to previous years. We have …

Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn Bhd (ETCM) is offering the following attractive interest rates to purchase the Nissan X-Trail, Sylphy and Serena (for private registration only):

Up to 4 years – 1.99% per annum
5 years to 7 years – 2.49% per annum
8 years (maximum) – 2.69% per annum

The low interest rates are offered by Tan Chong Capital Resources and the promotion is valid till 28th Feb 2010.
For more information, please call Nissan Careline toll free at 1-800-88-8368 or visit www.nissan.com.my
text & pix: ETCM

Renowned German tyre manufacturer, Continental Tyre recently proudly announced that its ContiSportContact 3 tyre with ContiSeal technology has been selected as the tyre of choice by Volkswagen for the sleek and sexy new Volkswagen Passat CC ‘R-Line’. The powerful new ‘R-Line’ version of the beautiful Volkswagen Passat CC was designed by Volkswagen for driving enthusiasts who demand for a four door sedan that meets their sporty driving requirements, hence it comes as no surprise that the Volkswagen Passat CC ‘R-Line’ comes fitted from factory with ContiSportContact 3 tyres, which incorporates …

The Bosch Aerotwin emerged as the clear victor in all disciplines in a comparison test conducted by ADAC, the German Automobile Club Inc. The blades were the only one to be rated ‘very good’ in a test of 12 different car windshield wipers. There was added emphasis placed on the wiping quality in summer-type conditions (+20°C). The wipers had to prove their durability in a wear test, and following that artificial subjection to sunlight. The Bosch Aerotwin surpassed the tests, and showed their durability to work under harsh conditions; making …

Unexpected trouble came brewing from of all automotive brands, Volkwagen, when it recently came to the attention of Trafficmagonline that VW Cars Sdn Bhd, an authorized dealer of Volkswagen cars in Malaysia, recently filed a civil action suit against the distributor of Volkswagen cars in Malaysia, Volkswagen Group Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (VGM), which is understood vaguely to have arose from a contractual dispute between the two companies.

VW Cars Sdn Bhd has claimed for a substantial amount of damages from VGM, based on its course of action which is contained in …

Wing Hin Automobile Sdn Bhd (Wing Hin Automobile) an appointed dealer of UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd which is famous in Malaysia for distributing and marketing both TRD and TOM’S accessories and products for as long as anyone can remember, recently announced that it had upgraded its 3S centre which includes a bodywork and spray-painting facility.
The ceremony was officiated by Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, Chairman of UMW Toyota Motor, and Loh Tuck Sum, Chairman of Wing Hin Automobile Sdn Bhd. Also present were Dato’ Abdul Halim Harun, …

Strong as a bull, sporty yet elegant and with exclusive appointments: The new BRABUS GL  63 Biturbo, which celebrates its world debut at the DUBAI INTERNATIONAL MOTOR  SHOW, combines these three attributes to perfection. With this luxury SUV, BRABUS further  expands its impressive portfolio of exclusive high-performance automobiles.
The 4×4 SUV is  powered by a BRABUS B63 Biturbo 6.3-liter V8 engine with 650hp and reaches a top speed  of 300km/h. Visually the SUV sets itself apart with the stunningly styled BRABUS WIDESTAR version and forged 23-inch wheels. Also part of the standard …

It’s the first day of the three day MotoGP testing in Malaysia. The day started cool but expected to reach in the low 40celcius at track side as the sun creeps up and heats the 5.543km long tarmac of the Sepang International Circuit.
Only five riders, Norihiko Fujiwara (Yamaha Factory), Wataru Yoshikawa (Yamaha Factory), Akiyoshi Kosuke (Repsol Honda Team), Nobui Aoki (Rizla Suzuki MotoGP) and Vitoriano Guaresch (Ducati Marlboro Team), all hailing from Japan will be on the “hot seat” today as it’s scheduled only for factory riders.

The official riders …

Malaysia has been known asa a country of diversity and full of culture hence the abundant supply of celebrations in which will be supported by a number of events, side events and so forth. One thing that is for sure agreed by all Malaysians is that all these celebrations means happiness, another day off from work, another public holiday… but it’s not for everyone though. The public holiday only applies to those of Putrajaya, Kuala Lumpur and Labuan citizens.

So what do we know about the Federal Territory Day? Not much …

An elated Ms Teo Wui Ling whose birthday is today drove off with an all-new Nissan Sylphy 2.0L X-CVT worth RM 110,979.60 as the grand prize winner of ETCM’s “Buy One Win One” Contest Round 2 Draw held as part of the on-going “I’m Nissan Crazy” campaign.
“I am happy to win the Grand Prize and was shocked when a Nissan/ETCM representative managed to track me down to tell me about my win. A Nissan Sylphy is the most wonderful birthday gift of all. Thanks! Nissan/ETCM!” said the housewife, who …

As the automotive market hits full throttle this year on the road to recovery from a bruising economic situation last year, Honda Malaysia has set its sights on raising its market share and hitting the 40,000 sales unit mark.

Honda Malaysia has estimated that the total industry volume (TIV) for 2010 will hit 550,000 units and targeted 40,000 sales units will net them a market share of 7.3 per cent.

“2009 was a tough year for the automobile industry worldwide. In Malaysia, the total automobile market reportedly shrunk by 2 per cent. …

It’s that time of the year again that sees the Formula circus fire up its V8 engines and with a sizeable local interest under its bigtop this year around it might just provide a shot in the arm for when it pitches its tents on local shores.

With Petronas not only being the title sponsor of the Malaysian grand Prix but also the title sponsor of the Mercedes GP-Petronas F1 team, there will be plenty for local fans to shout about come the weekend of 2-4 April this year.

Add in the …

“Chief, esok Ahad 10am Klawang Ride. Pastu ke rumah mertua Aril pekena Sup Gearbox LSD Full Lock. Pls confirm number of person joining as Aril needs a headcount. Happy Wilayah Day…”
I received the above SMS from Botak on Saturday night; a day after my new ride came into my possession. I was itching to try the car out to see if there’s any underlying problems that may give me headaches in the future, and I was not really disappointed, unfortunately.
I met Botak at 9am at his house and we met …