Video review: New Ford Escape 2.3 vs New Honda CRV.
I found this SUPER DETAILED and COMPREHENSIVE comparisons between Ford Escape and Honda CRV. However, this YOUTUBE VIDEO is in Bahasa Indonesia. For those who understand it, is SUPER INFORMATIVE review... I Rated this review 90%.
Apparently, Honda Indonesia's distributor chosen to sell the CRV in 170ps 2.4IVTEC instead of 156ps 2.0IVTEC found in Malaysia. BUT our CRV is LOADED with reverse sensor, better ICE (In-car entertainment) with 2 extra speakers, steering wheel control on essential Head-unit buttons, Cruise control, roof rail and other goodies not found in Indonesian CRV. So WE MALAYSIAN gain some (specs, gadgets) and lose some (engine) from the CRV.
Meanwhile, ENJOY the Video:
Video review:
SOURCE:
1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWkiDiXq7eg
That's all folks, thanks for viewing...
Jumat, 25 Desember 2009
cbt article: Evergreen Jaguar Mark II
FIFTY years ago, two iconic British automobiles were presented to the motoring world.
The tiny Mini Minor in August of 1959 and the elegant compact saloon from Jaguar called the Mark II in October.
Both marques celebrate their golden anniversary this year and interestingly are among the most desirable of British classic cars today.
The Mark II was launched to coincide with the country’s first inter-urban highway known as the M1 Motorway.
The model was introduced to replace the outdated and unpopular Mark I and was substantially a re-designed variant of the latter in terms of build quality, aesthetics and power.
It was also created to fill the gap between the XK sports variants and the large Mark IV.
Like the E-type which held its own in Jaguar’s sports car section, the Mark II was developed to be the marque's sporting saloon flag bearer.
The styling was refreshing although it still retained that "leaping Jaguar" side profile of the sporty XK.
-SOURCE 2-
Substantial improvements in comparison to its predecessor included a bigger glassed area, revised interior, semi spats covering the rear wheels and a wider track for the rear axle.
The classy interior of the car features leather seats, highly polished walnut door capping and dashboard which is filled with multiple gauges blending nicely with aviation inspired toggle switches.
With three different engine variants to choose from, the Mark II was an instant hit among motorists when introduced and until the end of its production run in 1967.
The base model, which came with a straight six 2.4-litre motor (2,483cc XK 16) from the legendary XK series, is capable of dishing out up to 120bhp.
After absorbing feedback from new Mark II owners on the lack of brute power to match its looks, Jaguar unleashed a new batch of 11s in 1957, this time with a 220bhp 3.4-litre (3,442cc XK16) lump which could justify the much needed power for a bit of M1 motorway rush.
Disc brakes were fitted to keep the horses in check. It did not stop there as the engineers from Coventry decided to give this "cat" more pace to match the space.
(SOURCE 3)
A 3.8-litre (3,781cc XK 16) engine similar to the one used in the 3.8 E-Type XKE, except for the carburettors and manifold set-up, was transplanted into this top of the mark, Mark II.
The engine, mated to a manual gear box, reportedly made the Mark II the fastest production car in the world at that time.
This was the turning point in the image of the Mark II as it became the favourite of fast drivers from both sides of the legal divide.
It was termed as the "ultimate getaway car of the 1960s" as it had the pace and agility that bank robbers needed.
To match those fast robbers, the British police department got themselves a fleet of 3.8 Mark IIs, which subsequently also resulted in the Mark II achieving celebrity status as one of the more popularly used automobiles on the silver screen.
Naturally, it enjoyed great success on the race track and achieved forefront status in production saloon car race series.
Today, some of the race built Mk IIs feature annually at the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed meets.
The Mark II was succeeded by the XJ6 and took a beating in terms of value back in the 1970s and early 1980s.
In Europe, the Mark IIs that made good "banger" cars were scrapped after "retirement" from street sport.
In Malaysia, some of these models were said to have been sold for as low as a few hundred ringgit during the oil crisis and the dominance of Japanese cars.
However, in the 1990s there was a global surge of interest in the Mark II.
Car collectors poured huge sums into restoration and transforming tired old units into gleaming pieces of automobile art.
Some prime examples in the country have been reportedly sold with prices ranging up to RM100,000.
You are bound to see the Jaguar Mark II at classic car meets around the world and we know of some pristine units here.
The Mark II body line is evergreen and it even inspired Jaguar stylists to create re-interpretations like the S-Type in 1999 and subsequent X-Type.
The ability of the Mark II to hold its own after 50 years is testament to the commonly heard phrase, "they don’t build cars like they used to".
Jaguar MK II production (source wikipedia)
1. 2.4 built between 1959-1967 – 25,173 units
2. 3.4 built between 1959-1967 – 28,666 units
3. 3.8 built between 1959-1967 – 30,141 units
Total: 83,976 units
(In 1967, the 2.4 and 3.4 became the 240 and 340, and the 3.4 derivative deleted)
Final production year (1967)
1. 240 - 4,446 units
2. 340 - 2788 units
3. 380 – 12 units
Total: 7,246
END Source: Wikipedia
Above article written By Andrew Suresh (other than the Wikipedia source)
MORE PHOTOS:
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this article...
SOURCES:
1) http://cbt.com.my/091212/evergreen-jaguar-mark-ii
2) http://www.heritageclassics.com/jaguar/62mk2gry/A.jpg
3) http://www.classicargarage.com/common/pictures/lexclassics/2007/0907/supersize/mk2-eng.jpg
The tiny Mini Minor in August of 1959 and the elegant compact saloon from Jaguar called the Mark II in October.
Both marques celebrate their golden anniversary this year and interestingly are among the most desirable of British classic cars today.
The Mark II was launched to coincide with the country’s first inter-urban highway known as the M1 Motorway.
The model was introduced to replace the outdated and unpopular Mark I and was substantially a re-designed variant of the latter in terms of build quality, aesthetics and power.
It was also created to fill the gap between the XK sports variants and the large Mark IV.
Like the E-type which held its own in Jaguar’s sports car section, the Mark II was developed to be the marque's sporting saloon flag bearer.
The styling was refreshing although it still retained that "leaping Jaguar" side profile of the sporty XK.
-SOURCE 2-
Substantial improvements in comparison to its predecessor included a bigger glassed area, revised interior, semi spats covering the rear wheels and a wider track for the rear axle.
The classy interior of the car features leather seats, highly polished walnut door capping and dashboard which is filled with multiple gauges blending nicely with aviation inspired toggle switches.
With three different engine variants to choose from, the Mark II was an instant hit among motorists when introduced and until the end of its production run in 1967.
The base model, which came with a straight six 2.4-litre motor (2,483cc XK 16) from the legendary XK series, is capable of dishing out up to 120bhp.
After absorbing feedback from new Mark II owners on the lack of brute power to match its looks, Jaguar unleashed a new batch of 11s in 1957, this time with a 220bhp 3.4-litre (3,442cc XK16) lump which could justify the much needed power for a bit of M1 motorway rush.
Disc brakes were fitted to keep the horses in check. It did not stop there as the engineers from Coventry decided to give this "cat" more pace to match the space.
(SOURCE 3)
A 3.8-litre (3,781cc XK 16) engine similar to the one used in the 3.8 E-Type XKE, except for the carburettors and manifold set-up, was transplanted into this top of the mark, Mark II.
The engine, mated to a manual gear box, reportedly made the Mark II the fastest production car in the world at that time.
This was the turning point in the image of the Mark II as it became the favourite of fast drivers from both sides of the legal divide.
It was termed as the "ultimate getaway car of the 1960s" as it had the pace and agility that bank robbers needed.
To match those fast robbers, the British police department got themselves a fleet of 3.8 Mark IIs, which subsequently also resulted in the Mark II achieving celebrity status as one of the more popularly used automobiles on the silver screen.
Naturally, it enjoyed great success on the race track and achieved forefront status in production saloon car race series.
Today, some of the race built Mk IIs feature annually at the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed meets.
The Mark II was succeeded by the XJ6 and took a beating in terms of value back in the 1970s and early 1980s.
In Europe, the Mark IIs that made good "banger" cars were scrapped after "retirement" from street sport.
In Malaysia, some of these models were said to have been sold for as low as a few hundred ringgit during the oil crisis and the dominance of Japanese cars.
However, in the 1990s there was a global surge of interest in the Mark II.
Car collectors poured huge sums into restoration and transforming tired old units into gleaming pieces of automobile art.
Some prime examples in the country have been reportedly sold with prices ranging up to RM100,000.
You are bound to see the Jaguar Mark II at classic car meets around the world and we know of some pristine units here.
The Mark II body line is evergreen and it even inspired Jaguar stylists to create re-interpretations like the S-Type in 1999 and subsequent X-Type.
The ability of the Mark II to hold its own after 50 years is testament to the commonly heard phrase, "they don’t build cars like they used to".
Jaguar MK II production (source wikipedia)
1. 2.4 built between 1959-1967 – 25,173 units
2. 3.4 built between 1959-1967 – 28,666 units
3. 3.8 built between 1959-1967 – 30,141 units
Total: 83,976 units
(In 1967, the 2.4 and 3.4 became the 240 and 340, and the 3.4 derivative deleted)
Final production year (1967)
1. 240 - 4,446 units
2. 340 - 2788 units
3. 380 – 12 units
Total: 7,246
END Source: Wikipedia
Above article written By Andrew Suresh (other than the Wikipedia source)
MORE PHOTOS:
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this article...
SOURCES:
1) http://cbt.com.my/091212/evergreen-jaguar-mark-ii
2) http://www.heritageclassics.com/jaguar/62mk2gry/A.jpg
3) http://www.classicargarage.com/common/pictures/lexclassics/2007/0907/supersize/mk2-eng.jpg
Merry Christmas EVERYONE!!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!
-SOURCE 5-
How you spend your Christmas this year?
Well, I spent the Christmas EVE in my Friend's house, Carolling, Buffet dinner, rubbing shoulders (50+ people)... This lasted for about 90 mins. I then headed to TESCO Mutiara Damansara with my Best friend, doing LAST LAST LAST MINUTE Shopping. We shop till' it closes. Left TESCO at 12.15am, stuck in the jam (7km drive) for 20 minutes before reaching home.
Today, (Christmas day), from 10am to 2pm I was in Jalan Ipoh. My Church rented this complex (Dewan Mutiara) for Sunday Service + Buffet Lunch. I enjoyed myself there with various programs happened. After that, I spent a good 2 1/2 hrs sleeping in the Sofa before being woken up for Dinner.
Without further ado, here's Christmas Carols dedicating to ALL my DEAR READERS of this blog...
-SOURCE 4-
Here’s a Christmas Medley for all of you. All are popular Christmas Carols and are related to one another. It begins with 1) Mary Boy’s Child then 2) Hark the harold angel sing followed by 3)Joy to the World AND FINALLY Ends with... Aiya, READ the LYRICS Line by line and song by song, Viola! A Christmas Story which ends with “We wish you a Merry Christmas”…
ENJOY!
1) Mary’s Boy Child (Words and music: Jester Hairston)
*
- SOURCE 3-
Long time ago in Bethlehem,
So the Holy Bible say;
Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ
Was born on Christmas day.
Chorus
Hark now hear the angels sing,
A new king born today,
And man will live forever more,
Because of Christmas day.
Trumpets sound and the angels sing,
Listen to what they say.
That man will live forever more,
Because of Christmas day.
While shepherds watched their flocks by night,
Them see a bright new shining star,
Them hear a choir sing,
The music seemed to come from afar.
Chorus 2
Now Joseph and his wife Mary,
Come to Bethlehem that night,
Them find no place to lay she child,
Not a single room was in sight.
By and by they find a little nook,
In a stable all forlorn,
And in a manger cold and dark,
Mary’s little boy was born.
2) (CONTINUATION, Medley: Hark the herald angels sing)
Hark the herald angels sing
“Glory to the newborn King!
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled”
Joyful, all ye nations rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim:
“Christ is born in Bethlehem”
Hark! The herald angels sing
"Glory to the newborn King!”
Christ by highest heav’n adored
Christ the everlasting Lord!
Late in time behold Him come
Offspring of a Virgin’s womb
Hail the heav’n-born Prince of Peace!
Hail the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all He brings
Ris’n with healing in His wings
Mild He lays His glory by
Born that man no more may die
Born to raise the sons of earth
Born to give them second birth
Hark! The herald angels sing
“Glory to the newborn King!”
3) (Continuation - Medley: Joy to the World)
-Source 2-
4) (continuation - FELIZ NAVIDAD)
- SOURCE 1 -
Feliz Navidad (pa pa pa pa pa) x2
Feliz Navidad prospero an yo felicidad
Feliz Navidad (pa pa pa pa pa) x2
Feliz Navidad prospero an yo felicidad
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
From the bottom of our heart... x2
-SOURCE 1-
5) WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS
we wish you a merry Christmas
we wish you a merry Christmas
And a Happy New Year
Good tidings we bring, to you and your kin,
Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year...
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
AND A HA-PPY NEW YEAR!!!
Applause.... Applause....
That's all for the Christmas Carol Medley dedication... Thanks for having the time and patience to read this...
SOURCES:
1) http://moonlightredcross.wordpress.com/2008/12/25/felicidades/
2) http://openhymnal.org/Gif/Christmas/Joy_To_The_World-Antioch.gif
3) * = http://www.art-kuns.co.za/Linda%20Williams/Mary%27s%20Boy%20Child.JPG
4) https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdl7L4yY3eGwyCl2ci2fquj4YYe9JTB0gjNlSTy259FPbeKodJJAOS6jCu1MaikOQOBBiG1pcy6lDx13lI-8Fkbt0sVJAsgW02Sjfc-jL4M7zY3-uzacO0S2rPOEPuJIMr6h-19kQe5Dw/s400/christmas.jpg
5) http://www.7is7.com/otto/travel/photos/20050106/hongkong_christmas.jpg
-SOURCE 5-
How you spend your Christmas this year?
Well, I spent the Christmas EVE in my Friend's house, Carolling, Buffet dinner, rubbing shoulders (50+ people)... This lasted for about 90 mins. I then headed to TESCO Mutiara Damansara with my Best friend, doing LAST LAST LAST MINUTE Shopping. We shop till' it closes. Left TESCO at 12.15am, stuck in the jam (7km drive) for 20 minutes before reaching home.
Today, (Christmas day), from 10am to 2pm I was in Jalan Ipoh. My Church rented this complex (Dewan Mutiara) for Sunday Service + Buffet Lunch. I enjoyed myself there with various programs happened. After that, I spent a good 2 1/2 hrs sleeping in the Sofa before being woken up for Dinner.
Without further ado, here's Christmas Carols dedicating to ALL my DEAR READERS of this blog...
-SOURCE 4-
Here’s a Christmas Medley for all of you. All are popular Christmas Carols and are related to one another. It begins with 1) Mary Boy’s Child then 2) Hark the harold angel sing followed by 3)Joy to the World AND FINALLY Ends with... Aiya, READ the LYRICS Line by line and song by song, Viola! A Christmas Story which ends with “We wish you a Merry Christmas”…
ENJOY!
1) Mary’s Boy Child (Words and music: Jester Hairston)
*
- SOURCE 3-
Long time ago in Bethlehem,
So the Holy Bible say;
Mary’s boy child Jesus Christ
Was born on Christmas day.
Chorus
Hark now hear the angels sing,
A new king born today,
And man will live forever more,
Because of Christmas day.
Trumpets sound and the angels sing,
Listen to what they say.
That man will live forever more,
Because of Christmas day.
While shepherds watched their flocks by night,
Them see a bright new shining star,
Them hear a choir sing,
The music seemed to come from afar.
Chorus 2
Now Joseph and his wife Mary,
Come to Bethlehem that night,
Them find no place to lay she child,
Not a single room was in sight.
By and by they find a little nook,
In a stable all forlorn,
And in a manger cold and dark,
Mary’s little boy was born.
2) (CONTINUATION, Medley: Hark the herald angels sing)
Hark the herald angels sing
“Glory to the newborn King!
Peace on earth and mercy mild
God and sinners reconciled”
Joyful, all ye nations rise
Join the triumph of the skies
With the angelic host proclaim:
“Christ is born in Bethlehem”
Hark! The herald angels sing
"Glory to the newborn King!”
Christ by highest heav’n adored
Christ the everlasting Lord!
Late in time behold Him come
Offspring of a Virgin’s womb
Hail the heav’n-born Prince of Peace!
Hail the Son of Righteousness!
Light and life to all He brings
Ris’n with healing in His wings
Mild He lays His glory by
Born that man no more may die
Born to raise the sons of earth
Born to give them second birth
Hark! The herald angels sing
“Glory to the newborn King!”
3) (Continuation - Medley: Joy to the World)
-Source 2-
4) (continuation - FELIZ NAVIDAD)
- SOURCE 1 -
Feliz Navidad (pa pa pa pa pa) x2
Feliz Navidad prospero an yo felicidad
Feliz Navidad (pa pa pa pa pa) x2
Feliz Navidad prospero an yo felicidad
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
We wanna wish you a merry Christmas
From the bottom of our heart... x2
-SOURCE 1-
5) WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS
we wish you a merry Christmas
we wish you a merry Christmas
And a Happy New Year
Good tidings we bring, to you and your kin,
Good tidings for Christmas and a Happy New Year...
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
We wish you a merry Christmas
AND A HA-PPY NEW YEAR!!!
Applause.... Applause....
That's all for the Christmas Carol Medley dedication... Thanks for having the time and patience to read this...
SOURCES:
1) http://moonlightredcross.wordpress.com/2008/12/25/felicidades/
2) http://openhymnal.org/Gif/Christmas/Joy_To_The_World-Antioch.gif
3) * = http://www.art-kuns.co.za/Linda%20Williams/Mary%27s%20Boy%20Child.JPG
4) https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdl7L4yY3eGwyCl2ci2fquj4YYe9JTB0gjNlSTy259FPbeKodJJAOS6jCu1MaikOQOBBiG1pcy6lDx13lI-8Fkbt0sVJAsgW02Sjfc-jL4M7zY3-uzacO0S2rPOEPuJIMr6h-19kQe5Dw/s400/christmas.jpg
5) http://www.7is7.com/otto/travel/photos/20050106/hongkong_christmas.jpg
Selasa, 15 Desember 2009
NST/Maybank Car of the Year award 2009
Peugeot 308 Turbo wins “Overall Car of the Year 2008” Award
Source: Cars.Bike.Trucks website:
http://cbt.com.my/091214/peugeot-308-turbo-wins-%E2%80%9Coverall-car-year-2008%E2%80%9D-award
Submitted by salihin on Mon, 14/12/2009 - 12:36pm
The new Peugeot 308 Turbo made its mark when it won the New Straits Times/Maybank “Overall Car of the Year 2009” Award. The 308 Turbo was also a winner in the Family Car Award.
The winners for the New Straits Times/Maybank 2009 Awards were announced at a gala dinner at The Saujana Kuala Lumpur, hosted by the New Straits Times and title sponsor Maybank Berhad.
The guest-of-honour for the night was Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, the Deputy Prime Minister.
Also present was Datuk Aishah Ahmad, President of the Malaysian Automotive Association.
A panel of 10 judges, comprising motoring editors, an automotive blogger and other distinguished personalities unanimously voted for the Peugeot 308 Turbo as winner of the coveted “Overall Car of The Year” based on its impressive road handling, powerful performance, comfort and safety.
Judges were impressed by the car’s fuel efficiency, and the performance of the 1.6-litre direct injection turbo petrol engine, already an award winner internationally - but it was the 308 Turbo’s competitive price point and build quality that was the key factor in its win. The car also has a full-length panoramic glass roof, the only car in its class to offer such a feature.
The 308 Turbo is completely knocked down (CKD) and consists of imported parts from France. It is distributed by the official franchise holder of Peugeot Automobiles in Malaysia, Nasim Sdn Bhd (NSB), a member of the Naza Group of Companies.
The winner of the Good Design Award is the Toyota Prius. Already the number one selling hybrid car in the world, The Prius was selected not just for its beautifully sculpted shape, but also how much of its styling have been made to help its aerodynamic efficiency. Judges were also won over by the flowing lines of the car’s interior, the overall “cockpit” feel of the cabin, right down to the innovative use of storage space in the car.
The Volvo XV60, winner of the Luxury SUV award, added another feather to its cap by winning the Safety Award for its impressive list of safety features, which include the laser-based City Safety feature, Lane Departure Warning System and Collision Warning with Auto Brake, which uses radar technology for vehicle tracking.
The winners were selected from 68 new models introduced between December 2008 and October 2009, and judges took into account criteria such as exterior and interior design, comfort and ergonomics, performance, safety, emotional appeal, and after sales service including the comprehensiveness of its warranty. Points were awarded to the cars, and the vehicle with the most points wins the category. The overall Car of The Year winner was then selected from the list of 15 winners.
The night also saw history in the making when two distinguished names in motoring were selected as the “Automotive Man of The Year 2009” Award, Dato’ Dr Ang Bon Beng and Datuk Syed Abdull Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar.
Dato’ Dr Ang is the Executive Director of Edaran Tan Chong Motor while Datuk Syed Abdull Hafiz is the Managing Director of Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua).
Dato Dr Ang was selected for his efforts in keeping the Tan Chong business thriving and making it the icon it is today, all this in spite of internal turmoil and pressure from its Japanese principal.
yed Hafiz was recognised for presenting a product loved by Malaysians for its quality, reliability and styling.
The Car of the Year Awards is the country’s first motoring award, and was launched in 2002 by Cars, Bikes and Trucks, the motoring section of the New Sunday Times, as a means to acknowledge achievements within the motoring industry.
The event is endorsed by the Malaysian Automotive Association.
1- Entry Level Car of the Year 2009 - Hyundai i10
2- Compact Car of the Year 2009 - Honda City
3 – Premium Compact Car of the Year 2009 - Fiat 500
4- Family Car of the Year 2009 - Peugeot 308 Turbo
5- Executive Car of the Year 2009 - Honda Accord 2.0 VTI-L
6- Premium Executive Car of the Year 2009 - Alfa Romeo 159
7- Limousine of the Year 2009 - Jaguar XFR
8- Performance Car of the Year 2009 - Mazda RX8
9- Premium Performance Car of the Year 2009 - Nissan 370Z
10- Midi MPV of the Year 2009 - Proton Exora
11- Large MPV of the Year 2009 - Hyundai Grand Starex Royale
12- SUV of the Year 2009 - Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
13- Premium SUV of the Year 2009 - Audi Q5
14- Luxury SUV of the Year 2009 - Volvo XC60 LE
15- Twin Cab Pickup Truck of the Year 2009 - Mitsubishi Triton
16 - Good Design Award 2009 - Toyota Prius
17 - Safety Award 2009 - Volvo XC60
18 - NST-Maybank Car of the Year 2009 (overall winner) - Peugeot 308 Turbo
Head of the Jury Panel, CBT Editor Yamin Vong delivering the citations for the Automotive Man Of The Year Awards
END OF SOURCE...
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this blog entry...
Source: Cars.Bike.Trucks website:
http://cbt.com.my/091214/peugeot-308-turbo-wins-%E2%80%9Coverall-car-year-2008%E2%80%9D-award
Submitted by salihin on Mon, 14/12/2009 - 12:36pm
The new Peugeot 308 Turbo made its mark when it won the New Straits Times/Maybank “Overall Car of the Year 2009” Award. The 308 Turbo was also a winner in the Family Car Award.
The winners for the New Straits Times/Maybank 2009 Awards were announced at a gala dinner at The Saujana Kuala Lumpur, hosted by the New Straits Times and title sponsor Maybank Berhad.
The guest-of-honour for the night was Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, the Deputy Prime Minister.
Also present was Datuk Aishah Ahmad, President of the Malaysian Automotive Association.
A panel of 10 judges, comprising motoring editors, an automotive blogger and other distinguished personalities unanimously voted for the Peugeot 308 Turbo as winner of the coveted “Overall Car of The Year” based on its impressive road handling, powerful performance, comfort and safety.
Judges were impressed by the car’s fuel efficiency, and the performance of the 1.6-litre direct injection turbo petrol engine, already an award winner internationally - but it was the 308 Turbo’s competitive price point and build quality that was the key factor in its win. The car also has a full-length panoramic glass roof, the only car in its class to offer such a feature.
The 308 Turbo is completely knocked down (CKD) and consists of imported parts from France. It is distributed by the official franchise holder of Peugeot Automobiles in Malaysia, Nasim Sdn Bhd (NSB), a member of the Naza Group of Companies.
The winner of the Good Design Award is the Toyota Prius. Already the number one selling hybrid car in the world, The Prius was selected not just for its beautifully sculpted shape, but also how much of its styling have been made to help its aerodynamic efficiency. Judges were also won over by the flowing lines of the car’s interior, the overall “cockpit” feel of the cabin, right down to the innovative use of storage space in the car.
The Volvo XV60, winner of the Luxury SUV award, added another feather to its cap by winning the Safety Award for its impressive list of safety features, which include the laser-based City Safety feature, Lane Departure Warning System and Collision Warning with Auto Brake, which uses radar technology for vehicle tracking.
The winners were selected from 68 new models introduced between December 2008 and October 2009, and judges took into account criteria such as exterior and interior design, comfort and ergonomics, performance, safety, emotional appeal, and after sales service including the comprehensiveness of its warranty. Points were awarded to the cars, and the vehicle with the most points wins the category. The overall Car of The Year winner was then selected from the list of 15 winners.
The night also saw history in the making when two distinguished names in motoring were selected as the “Automotive Man of The Year 2009” Award, Dato’ Dr Ang Bon Beng and Datuk Syed Abdull Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar.
Dato’ Dr Ang is the Executive Director of Edaran Tan Chong Motor while Datuk Syed Abdull Hafiz is the Managing Director of Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua).
Dato Dr Ang was selected for his efforts in keeping the Tan Chong business thriving and making it the icon it is today, all this in spite of internal turmoil and pressure from its Japanese principal.
yed Hafiz was recognised for presenting a product loved by Malaysians for its quality, reliability and styling.
The Car of the Year Awards is the country’s first motoring award, and was launched in 2002 by Cars, Bikes and Trucks, the motoring section of the New Sunday Times, as a means to acknowledge achievements within the motoring industry.
The event is endorsed by the Malaysian Automotive Association.
1- Entry Level Car of the Year 2009 - Hyundai i10
2- Compact Car of the Year 2009 - Honda City
3 – Premium Compact Car of the Year 2009 - Fiat 500
4- Family Car of the Year 2009 - Peugeot 308 Turbo
5- Executive Car of the Year 2009 - Honda Accord 2.0 VTI-L
6- Premium Executive Car of the Year 2009 - Alfa Romeo 159
7- Limousine of the Year 2009 - Jaguar XFR
8- Performance Car of the Year 2009 - Mazda RX8
9- Premium Performance Car of the Year 2009 - Nissan 370Z
10- Midi MPV of the Year 2009 - Proton Exora
11- Large MPV of the Year 2009 - Hyundai Grand Starex Royale
12- SUV of the Year 2009 - Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
13- Premium SUV of the Year 2009 - Audi Q5
14- Luxury SUV of the Year 2009 - Volvo XC60 LE
15- Twin Cab Pickup Truck of the Year 2009 - Mitsubishi Triton
16 - Good Design Award 2009 - Toyota Prius
17 - Safety Award 2009 - Volvo XC60
18 - NST-Maybank Car of the Year 2009 (overall winner) - Peugeot 308 Turbo
Head of the Jury Panel, CBT Editor Yamin Vong delivering the citations for the Automotive Man Of The Year Awards
END OF SOURCE...
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this blog entry...
MOST RECKLESS cars Count by make/model - 1st half Dec 09 + Hall of shame
Hi folks, this is the 2nd month of "MOST RECKLESS cars Count by make model". Like last month, I'll drive around random places (minding my own business, doing my everyday travel needs at the same time), looking for BULLY AND/OR RECKLESS drivers. I'll then count the occurence (kekerapan) of MAKE/MODEL driven by those bully. The following occurence would result NO PLATE being published AND/OR PHOTOS TAKEN:
A) REPEATED/More than 2 occurence reckless driving (same no plate)
B) MULTIPLE OFFENCES (Eg. Tailgating, Zigzagging, Hi-beam, Using Handphone ALL WITHIN SAY 3 MINUTES...)
C) SERIOUS OFFENCES. (Eg. Almost cause accident/harm)
Q: WHY I DID THIS?
A: Firstly, to proof to lots of my MYVI/KELISA/VIOS/KANCIL owning friends complaining "BIG CARS BULLYING THEM" AND on the other side, BIG CARS drivers/owners Complaining "SMALL CARS" Zigzagging, ie. bullying them... So who is CORRECT? Let's find out by doing this simple research...
Let's PROCEED to the Results...
December 2009:
1st half:
Make/model................Occurences
1) Proton Wira family*....65
2) Perodua MYVI...........58
3) Toyota VIOS............48
4) Perodua Kelisa.........39
5) Proton SAGA/Iswara.....37
6) TAXI...................34
7) Proton Waja............32
8) Toyota Avanza..........30
9) Perodua Kancil.........28
9) Honda Civic............28
9) Proton BLM.............28
12)Toyota Camry...........24
12) Proton Persona/Gen-2..24
14) Honda Accord..........23
15) Toyota Corolla/Altis..22
15) NAZA/KIA..............22
17) Honda City............20
17) Nissan Sentra.........20
19) Nissan Vanette........19
20) Proton Perdana........17
21) BMW 3-series..........16
22) Toyota Estima.........15
22) BMW 5-series..........15
24) Mercedes E-class......14
24) Hyundai (General).....14
26) Toyota Harrier........13
26) Honda CRV.............13
28) Ford (General),,,,,,,,12
29) Mercedes C-class......11
30) Toyota (Others).......10
31) Perodua Kembara.......9
31) Toyota Alphard........9
33) Perodua Kenari........8
33) Toyota Hilux..........8
33) Volvo (General).,.....8
36) Mercedes S-class.... 7
36) NIssan X-trail........7
36) Perodua Viva.,........7
39) BMW 7-series..........6
40) Nissan Cefiro.........6
40) Peugeot (General).....6
NOTE:
1) "P" - PESTS drivers consists of 1/3 of the occurences,,, They either drive too fast or crawling... Can't they drive normally?
2) This is pretty much consistent compared to last month's statistics. The top 5 remains the same. So my conclusion: More car on the road = more occurences.
3) * = Wira family consists of Wira, Satria, Putra, Satria GSR, Satria GTI, Wiralution, Arena and other modded Wira... BUT majority offenders were still Wira.
Let's proceed to HALL OF SHAME:
1) JLU 616 - BMW 323i Grey, 11.13am on 5/12/2009. Loc: Off Metro Prima Kepong.
offences:
ZigZagging, tailgating, speeding, no signal.
2) BGD 6676 - Nissan Sentra Light blue on 9/12/2009 at 8.30pm BU12 to Sprint.
Offences:
Zigzagging, speeding in housing area. 100km/h on 50km/h zone.
3) WPK 6 - BMW 5-series along Sprint highway at 11.40pm on 10/12/2009
Offences:
Zigzagging, speeding, bully (flashing, highbeam).
4) WQX 9268 - Toyota Fortuner 9.40pm from Sprint highway to Jalan University on 12/12/2009.
Offences: Speeding, tailgating, high-beam/flashing
5) WDP 5920 - Mazda 323F 3 door Interplay at 9.42pm from Sprint highway to Jalan University on 12/12/2009.
Offences: Speeding, Zigzagging, NO signal.
6) WPN 1820 - Waja at 9.43pm along Jalan Universiti on 12/12/2009. Offences: Speeding, Zigzagging, Tailgating, NO signal.
7) BED 6662 - Corolla LE at 4.58pm on 13/12/2009. Sprint highway. Offences: 1) Speeding, 2) Tailgating, 3) Zigzagging.
8) WJH 8616 - HERO Toyota Unser Silver at 9.28am on 15/12/2009 from LDP (along 1 utama) to Kepong Taman Ehsan. Offences: 1) Speeding (130km/h on 80km/h zone), 2) tailgating, 3) zigzagging, 4) no signal. 5) Almost hit 2 cars.
That's all folks, an Original Jeff LIM production, Ie. My original hard work. Thanks for the time and patience to read this blog entry.
A) REPEATED/More than 2 occurence reckless driving (same no plate)
B) MULTIPLE OFFENCES (Eg. Tailgating, Zigzagging, Hi-beam, Using Handphone ALL WITHIN SAY 3 MINUTES...)
C) SERIOUS OFFENCES. (Eg. Almost cause accident/harm)
Q: WHY I DID THIS?
A: Firstly, to proof to lots of my MYVI/KELISA/VIOS/KANCIL owning friends complaining "BIG CARS BULLYING THEM" AND on the other side, BIG CARS drivers/owners Complaining "SMALL CARS" Zigzagging, ie. bullying them... So who is CORRECT? Let's find out by doing this simple research...
Let's PROCEED to the Results...
December 2009:
1st half:
Make/model................Occurences
1) Proton Wira family*....65
2) Perodua MYVI...........58
3) Toyota VIOS............48
4) Perodua Kelisa.........39
5) Proton SAGA/Iswara.....37
6) TAXI...................34
7) Proton Waja............32
8) Toyota Avanza..........30
9) Perodua Kancil.........28
9) Honda Civic............28
9) Proton BLM.............28
12)Toyota Camry...........24
12) Proton Persona/Gen-2..24
14) Honda Accord..........23
15) Toyota Corolla/Altis..22
15) NAZA/KIA..............22
17) Honda City............20
17) Nissan Sentra.........20
19) Nissan Vanette........19
20) Proton Perdana........17
21) BMW 3-series..........16
22) Toyota Estima.........15
22) BMW 5-series..........15
24) Mercedes E-class......14
24) Hyundai (General).....14
26) Toyota Harrier........13
26) Honda CRV.............13
28) Ford (General),,,,,,,,12
29) Mercedes C-class......11
30) Toyota (Others).......10
31) Perodua Kembara.......9
31) Toyota Alphard........9
33) Perodua Kenari........8
33) Toyota Hilux..........8
33) Volvo (General).,.....8
36) Mercedes S-class.... 7
36) NIssan X-trail........7
36) Perodua Viva.,........7
39) BMW 7-series..........6
40) Nissan Cefiro.........6
40) Peugeot (General).....6
NOTE:
1) "P" - PESTS drivers consists of 1/3 of the occurences,,, They either drive too fast or crawling... Can't they drive normally?
2) This is pretty much consistent compared to last month's statistics. The top 5 remains the same. So my conclusion: More car on the road = more occurences.
3) * = Wira family consists of Wira, Satria, Putra, Satria GSR, Satria GTI, Wiralution, Arena and other modded Wira... BUT majority offenders were still Wira.
Let's proceed to HALL OF SHAME:
1) JLU 616 - BMW 323i Grey, 11.13am on 5/12/2009. Loc: Off Metro Prima Kepong.
offences:
ZigZagging, tailgating, speeding, no signal.
2) BGD 6676 - Nissan Sentra Light blue on 9/12/2009 at 8.30pm BU12 to Sprint.
Offences:
Zigzagging, speeding in housing area. 100km/h on 50km/h zone.
3) WPK 6 - BMW 5-series along Sprint highway at 11.40pm on 10/12/2009
Offences:
Zigzagging, speeding, bully (flashing, highbeam).
4) WQX 9268 - Toyota Fortuner 9.40pm from Sprint highway to Jalan University on 12/12/2009.
Offences: Speeding, tailgating, high-beam/flashing
5) WDP 5920 - Mazda 323F 3 door Interplay at 9.42pm from Sprint highway to Jalan University on 12/12/2009.
Offences: Speeding, Zigzagging, NO signal.
6) WPN 1820 - Waja at 9.43pm along Jalan Universiti on 12/12/2009. Offences: Speeding, Zigzagging, Tailgating, NO signal.
7) BED 6662 - Corolla LE at 4.58pm on 13/12/2009. Sprint highway. Offences: 1) Speeding, 2) Tailgating, 3) Zigzagging.
8) WJH 8616 - HERO Toyota Unser Silver at 9.28am on 15/12/2009 from LDP (along 1 utama) to Kepong Taman Ehsan. Offences: 1) Speeding (130km/h on 80km/h zone), 2) tailgating, 3) zigzagging, 4) no signal. 5) Almost hit 2 cars.
That's all folks, an Original Jeff LIM production, Ie. My original hard work. Thanks for the time and patience to read this blog entry.
Asian Auto-mudah.my FUEL EFFICIENCY AWARDS 2009 results...
Congratulations to all of the winners in the 2009 Asian Auto - Mudah.my Fuel Efficiency Awards! The evening was a blast and well done to everyone that got nominated and we hope the awards will motivate all car manufacturers to invest in new technologies and introduce more fuel-efficient vehicles into the Malaysia market.
Asian Auto -Mudah.my Fuel Efficiency Awards
Winners List 2009
* Compact City Cars
1st Place: Hyundai i10 5.0 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Proton Savvy 5.7 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Kia Picanto 5.8 (liter/100km)
* Compact Premium Cars
1st Place: Mini Cooper 5.8 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Honda Jazz 6.4 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Alfa Mito 6.5 (liter/100km)
* Small Family Cars
1st Place: Toyota Vios 'J' 6.1 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Proton Persona 6.75 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Honda City 6.8 (liter/100km)
* Luxury Family Cars
1st Place: Nissan Slyphy 7.8 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Hyundai Elantra 7.9 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Peugeot 407 8.1 (liter/100km)
* Premium Family Cars
1st Place: Mercedes Benz B180 7.2 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Volvo S40 7.9 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Toyota Camry 8.8 (liter/100km)
* Executive Cars
1st Place: BMW 320i 6.1 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Audi A4 7.4 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Mercedes C-Class 200K 8.0 (liter/100km)
* Premium Executive Cars
1st Place: Citroen C5 8.9 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: BMW 525i 9.4 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Mercedes E-Class E200K 9.6 (liter/100km)
* Super Saloons
1st Place: Audi A8 9.9 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Mercedes Benz S-Class S350 10.0 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Lexus LS460 11.1 (liter/100km)
* Super Sport Cars
1st Place: Lotus Exige 9.1 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Porsche 911 PDK 10.3 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Nissan 370Z 10.5 (liter/100km)
* Super Sport Convertibles
1st Place: Mercedes Benz SLK 200K 8.1 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Volkswagen EOS TFSi 8.2 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Porsche Boxster 9.4 (liter/100km)
* Performance Cars
1st Place: Peugeot 308 GT 6.8 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Mini Cooper S JCW 6.9 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: VW Scirocco TFSi 7.6 (liter/100km)
* Pickup Trucks
1st Place: Isuzu D-Max Hi-DEF Diesel 7.0 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Ssangyong Actyon Sports Diesel 8.0 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Nissan Navara Diesel 8.2 (liter/100km)
* Compact MPV's
1st Place: Renault Kangoo 1.5d 5.5 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Honda Stream 1.8 6.7 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Nissan Grand Livina 7.6 (liter/100km)
* Luxury MPV's
1st Place: Mazda5 8.2 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Hyundai Starex Diesel 9.6 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Ssangyong Stavic Diesel 9.7 (liter/100km)
* Compact SUV's
1st Place: Ssangyong Actyon Sports Diesel 8.0 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Honda CRV 8.2 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Audi Q5 TFSi 8.4 (liter/100km)
* Luxury SUV's
1st Place: Volvo XC90 D5 Diesel 8.5 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: BMW X5 3.0 Diesel 8.7 (liter/100km)
3rd Place: Audi Q7 3.0 Diesel 9.9 (liter/100km)
* Hybrids
1st Place: Toyota Prius HYBRID 3.9 (liter/100km)
2nd Place: Honda Civic Hybrid HYBRID 4.6 (liter/100km)
That's all folks, thanks for having the time and patience to read this blog entry. SOURCE: http://www.mudah.my/fuelawards
Kamis, 03 Desember 2009
THIEVES TARGET MYVI PREMIUM Airbags!
Recently (past 6 months), there's been numerous report from MYVI Owners that their MYVI Premium Airbags got stolen. There's 5 cases reported from MYVI Motorsports Club (myvi.com.my) members alone... Apparently, the thieves open the Bonnet using the Bonnet release cable (reachable by hand from front right tyre/wheelarch gap). Disable the alarm by short circuit the lights/fuse, then gain access to the interior and remove the airbags (using some hi-tech tools as there's no mark on the dashboard). These airbags costs RM5000+ to replace...
NOT ONLY THAT, According to one MYVI Club forummer "gunnereric89":
"Dear all...latest theft activity... Now they are stealing original Radios too...i got the news from my foremen..they got two myvi airbags and original radios stolen.. Not sure bout the place (think is in SRI RAMPAI area) but i heard that its the latest thing besides than our airbags.. Do be xtra careful my fellow members...
(NOTE: Applicable to THE LATEST FACELIFT RADIO/CD Player with MP3 and Bluetooth)"
MY HOUSE GOT 1 year 2007 MYVI SXI Premium BELONGED to my SISTER, so I ALSO WORRIED... I visited www.myvi.com.my and got some precautions/ideas from their members. Here's some:
1) Cover up or hide your Bonnet release cable away from hand reach... Better still, install a Steel plate to cover the Cable. This costs not more than RM100.
2) UPGRADE Alarm: If possible, buy the one that have beeping remote. If your car crying, your remote also can receive (ie. 2 way alarm). just a suggestion. But remember, put one more extra 12Vdc supply to your alarm. One MYVI Owner suggested this model which he said is EFFECTIVE w/o breaking the bank:
"Steelmate model 898G" with Autostart (Optional) & LCD+Vibrate transmitters. RM320 only.
WHERE TO BUY?
1) http://www.mudah.my/Steelmate-2-WayCar-Alam-System-with-Auto-Start-4631586.htm
For more info, visit: http://www.steel-mate.com/
3) Lastly, send your Perodua manufactured before April 2009 to Perodua Service centre from 1st week of December onwards for FREE Security Update. Heard, it's FREE.
Without further ado, I now present this article from Malay Mail...
Thieves target Myvi airbags
Police form taskforce to nab syndicate
By Teoh El Sen
Monday, November 9th, 2009 07:07:00
EXPENSIVE ITEM: New airbags cost about RM5,000
MYVI owners beware! The most popular car in Malaysia is now being targeted by thieves.
Malay Mail learnt recently that syndicates have been stealing airbags, the single most expensive part in the car’s cabin — to resell them in the black market to unscrupulous parts dealers.
And while consumers can install “second hand” airbags from unauthorised dealers at cheaper prices at about RM1,000, instead of RM5,000 for a pair, many are unaware of the dangers — that the airbag may not function or may deploy at odd times. Or worse, it could explode and injure the installer.
What’s more worrying about this thieving trend is that it is not difficult to do for those with the expertise.
Following several complaints to Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua), the car manufacturing company found that there was a security weakness in the car that could be exploited.
Thieves with the technical know-how could apparently open up the Myvi hood easily, short-circuit certain equipment and gain access to all the vehicle doors. From that point onwards, stealing the airbags is a breeze.
Following months of research, Perodua has come up with a counterplan and has fixed
anti-theft features on new cars coming out next year.
Older models would, however, need to return to service centres for an upgrade.
This spate of bizzare Myvi airbag thefts, which began cropping-up last year, has also concerned police so much that Kuala Lumpur and Malacca police have formed special task-forces to target the syndicate. Kuala Lumpur deputy CID chief ACP Khairi Ahrasa said: “There have been more than 50 cases reported in the Sentul district itself.
“We have formed a taskforce and are investigating who may be behind the thefts,” he said, adding that there was a sudden increase since June this year.
Such thefts have been reported in Wangsa Maju, Setapak, and Kepong. A source said there have also been cases in Petaling Jaya, Brickfields and Cheras. Malacca CID chief ACP Adnan Abdulllah said the State had recorded more than 17 cases.
“The majority of the cases are in central Malacca. We have formed a taskforce to investigate the cases,” he said, adding that they are also working closely with their Kuala Lumpur counterparts.
And while Perodua itself has received about five complaints, the total number of unreported cases cannot be established.
SOURCE: MALAY MAIL, 9 November 2009.
http://www.mmail.com.my/content/18273-thieves-target-myvi-airbags
NOT ONLY THAT, According to one MYVI Club forummer "gunnereric89":
"Dear all...latest theft activity... Now they are stealing original Radios too...i got the news from my foremen..they got two myvi airbags and original radios stolen.. Not sure bout the place (think is in SRI RAMPAI area) but i heard that its the latest thing besides than our airbags.. Do be xtra careful my fellow members...
(NOTE: Applicable to THE LATEST FACELIFT RADIO/CD Player with MP3 and Bluetooth)"
MY HOUSE GOT 1 year 2007 MYVI SXI Premium BELONGED to my SISTER, so I ALSO WORRIED... I visited www.myvi.com.my and got some precautions/ideas from their members. Here's some:
1) Cover up or hide your Bonnet release cable away from hand reach... Better still, install a Steel plate to cover the Cable. This costs not more than RM100.
2) UPGRADE Alarm: If possible, buy the one that have beeping remote. If your car crying, your remote also can receive (ie. 2 way alarm). just a suggestion. But remember, put one more extra 12Vdc supply to your alarm. One MYVI Owner suggested this model which he said is EFFECTIVE w/o breaking the bank:
"Steelmate model 898G" with Autostart (Optional) & LCD+Vibrate transmitters. RM320 only.
WHERE TO BUY?
1) http://www.mudah.my/Steelmate-2-WayCar-Alam-System-with-Auto-Start-4631586.htm
For more info, visit: http://www.steel-mate.com/
3) Lastly, send your Perodua manufactured before April 2009 to Perodua Service centre from 1st week of December onwards for FREE Security Update. Heard, it's FREE.
Without further ado, I now present this article from Malay Mail...
Thieves target Myvi airbags
Police form taskforce to nab syndicate
By Teoh El Sen
Monday, November 9th, 2009 07:07:00
EXPENSIVE ITEM: New airbags cost about RM5,000
MYVI owners beware! The most popular car in Malaysia is now being targeted by thieves.
Malay Mail learnt recently that syndicates have been stealing airbags, the single most expensive part in the car’s cabin — to resell them in the black market to unscrupulous parts dealers.
And while consumers can install “second hand” airbags from unauthorised dealers at cheaper prices at about RM1,000, instead of RM5,000 for a pair, many are unaware of the dangers — that the airbag may not function or may deploy at odd times. Or worse, it could explode and injure the installer.
What’s more worrying about this thieving trend is that it is not difficult to do for those with the expertise.
Following several complaints to Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua), the car manufacturing company found that there was a security weakness in the car that could be exploited.
Thieves with the technical know-how could apparently open up the Myvi hood easily, short-circuit certain equipment and gain access to all the vehicle doors. From that point onwards, stealing the airbags is a breeze.
Following months of research, Perodua has come up with a counterplan and has fixed
anti-theft features on new cars coming out next year.
Older models would, however, need to return to service centres for an upgrade.
This spate of bizzare Myvi airbag thefts, which began cropping-up last year, has also concerned police so much that Kuala Lumpur and Malacca police have formed special task-forces to target the syndicate. Kuala Lumpur deputy CID chief ACP Khairi Ahrasa said: “There have been more than 50 cases reported in the Sentul district itself.
“We have formed a taskforce and are investigating who may be behind the thefts,” he said, adding that there was a sudden increase since June this year.
Such thefts have been reported in Wangsa Maju, Setapak, and Kepong. A source said there have also been cases in Petaling Jaya, Brickfields and Cheras. Malacca CID chief ACP Adnan Abdulllah said the State had recorded more than 17 cases.
“The majority of the cases are in central Malacca. We have formed a taskforce to investigate the cases,” he said, adding that they are also working closely with their Kuala Lumpur counterparts.
And while Perodua itself has received about five complaints, the total number of unreported cases cannot be established.
SOURCE: MALAY MAIL, 9 November 2009.
http://www.mmail.com.my/content/18273-thieves-target-myvi-airbags
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