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Meet the Mother Trucker

momoOK — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:56:37 +0800

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Tan Chong today unveiled to a a select group of bankers and journalists its Nissan Navara 2.5, a premium twin-cab 4x4 light truck with automatic transmission.

The Navara is almost a household name in Australia but this is its premiere in Malaysia. For Nissan franchise holder, Tan Chong, the lure to enter the sector for automatic transmission twin-cab 4x4’s is the 23 per cent growth year-to-date 2007 to 2008.

Longer, wider, and taller than its competitors in the twin-cab light truck sector, the Navara will be the biggest in the twin-cab 4x4 sector. Interior dimensions are said to be also the biggest in class. Exactly how much bigger internal and external capacity will be announced at the official launch on November 5th in conjunction with the Nissan Technology Exhibition at one Utama from Nov 5-9.

Price is pending approval from the relevant government agency but since this is one of the most competitive sectors in the Malaysian car, prices would have to be within the range of RM105,000 to RM110,000.

The Navara is Tan Chong’s first automatic transmission in the Nissan twin-cab range and it complements the Nissan Frontier that is offered only with manual transmission. This means that Nissan will soon have two truck lines in the 4x4 twin-cab sector.

“The Navara will be the most powerful in the sector. The new YD25DDTI engine produces 174 ps @ 4,000 rpm and the peak torque is 403 Nm @ 2,000 rpm.” said Chris Tan, General Manager, product planning and marketing, Edaran Tan Chong.

It’s also the only twin-cab in the market with xenon lamps (high-intensity discharge or HID) and the beam can be adjusted to compensate for cargo tilt.

The top-in-class power is derived from the 2nd generation common-rail high pressure diesel fuel injector system and from the variable vane turbocharger.

Motoring journalists at the launch were allowed to drive the new truck on two rounds of the 1.5 km test circuit. After the drive, I wonder why the big boss, Datuk Tan Heng Chew, didn’t buy a tiny 10,000 square feet or so of extra land so that there would be a bit of a run-off area and sand trap at the end of the 700 metre high-speed straight.

Every one of the Navara trucks are tested on this 12 section test track where the tester will check if there are excessive levels of twenty one different types of noise possibilities. This is about the most comprehensive test I’ve seen at a factory for 4x4 vehicles and according to Datuk Dr Ang Bon Beng, executive director, Edaran Tan Chong Motor, it’s driven by several factors.

Firstly, it’s to improve the plant’s achievement in the area of vehicle running dynamic performance according to an annual inspection by Nissan Motor. Overall, this added element of dynamic testing has led to a high customer Satisfaction rating in the JD Power’s annual Initial Quality Survey.

So keep the 5-9 November dates free to make your own inspections at the One Utama Nissan Technology Square.

For more pictures and details of the "mothertrucker" you can read it on Cars, Bikes and Trucks.

The All New Naza Citra 2 Rondo Launched

momoOK — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:47:23 +0800

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The all new Naza Citra 2 Rondo was launched this morning at NAZA Auto Mall in PJ. Watch the video for Hezeri Samsuri's first impression of the car. Price for the all new citra starts at RM 84,888 for the EX variant while the high spec EXS starts at RM 88,888

The Peugeot 308 GT is now here in Malaysia.

momoOK — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 21:31:22 +0800

This is a car I would have bought if it has been made availalable in the market last April. The Peugeot 308GT.

It is fitted with the same powertrain as in the Mini Cooper S powering the front wheel via a six speed manual box. For more details you can read it on Cars, Bikes and Trucks

http://cbt.com.my/news/cat-localnews/1-loc...gt-is-here.html

Looking for cocoa touch developer

momoOK — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 21:43:01 +0800

Hello,

I'm in the midst of setting up my new outfit with focus in cocoa touch applications. (and yes we're looking for people.).

Anyway Wondering if there is anyone in LYN which is proficient with the technology? The XCode, SDK and all that good stuff? If there is anyone here. do let me we can arrange for buka puasa TT or something as I've been looking high and low for a local apple developer community.

Rgds,

Reza

Golf GTi Vs Civic Type-R

momoOK — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:59:25 +0800

This is an interesting piece written by dinesh of CBT last July. The comparo focus more on transmission and not on overall driving experience. So if you can afford to dump 200K on a car, which one would you rather have in your garage?

Plus if you'd be interested to read on the full comparo do read below.

HONDA'S boy-racer Civic Type-R (CTR) and Volkswagen's iconic Golf GTI appear to speak the same language but they belong to different worlds.

To begin with, both sports cars have four doors, can comfortably seat five full-grown able-bodied adults, have decent boot space for more than a weekend getaway and are priced around the RM200,000 vicinity.

Read more of the Civic Type-R vs Golf GTi comparo ...

Honda Civic FD2 Type-R voyeurism 300 fps

momoOK — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:21:12 +0800

We shot a Honda Civic FD2 Type R at 300 frame per second. The Civic Type-R IMHO is a truly magnificent performer and bombshell that gives you utmost pleasure from 6000 to 9000 rpm. You shall get one if you can afford one.

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if you cant see the vids here, here is a direct link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leoyqp7pY-Q

Will post more vids later,

Video : Malaysian Super Series Round 3

momoOK — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:12:54 +0800

Just some videos from MSS Rd 3 yesterday, but it was much more exciting as the ATCS came into the picture. First video is of a battle between Jack Lemvard and Melvin Choo

[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnPwc137qTY[/YOUTUBE]

if you cant view the video here go to : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnPwc137qTY

Classic Car Series

[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r29iSaRINw[/YOUTUBE]

if you cant view the video here go to : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r29iSaRINw

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if you cant view the video here go to : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp5W_EpYMsI

For more videos, report and pics you're welcome to terato.com

Proton Wira Real Wheel Drive Drift.

momoOK — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 07:57:38 +0800

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If you cant see the video here is the link to the video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCCQnsjRycc

This is terato.com's latest project. 1997 Proton Wira RWD Project Drift. This is the second run video and the car still need tons of finetuning before its ready for real serious drifting.

If you'd like to see more videos and details you can go to:

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/blogcategory/29/57/

3rd Run Video

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4th Run Video

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The New Second Generation Toyota Alphard

momoOK — Mon, 12 May 2008 18:04:21 +0800

Good news for all Toyota Alphard fans; the new second generation Toyota Alphard which was based of the Toyota FT-MV concept minivan showcased during the 2007 Tokyo Auto Show is now available in Japan. It will rival the Mazda MPV, Honda Elysion and Nissan Elgrand.

More at : http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/995/47/

Spotted: "Triton Light" and Triton 3.2 DI-D 4WD

momoOK — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:42:10 +0800

User Ajmain recently spotted several Mitsubishi Tritons with trade plate around Bangi Selangor. Although some of the Tritons looks like the usual 2.5 litre Triton 4WD; the emblem of "3.2 Commonrail DI-D" at the back confirmed that this is a different variant powered by the 3.2 L Commonrail Turbo Intercooler with 162hp @ 3,800 rpm and torque of 351Nm @ 2,000 rpm.

More at : http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/970/48/

The Mini Clubman is finally here

momoOK — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 22:41:45 +0800

Kuala Lumpur, 04 April 2008 - BMW Malaysia today launched the MINI Clubman, the latest addition to the MINI family which offers a combination of the signature MINI go-kart driving experience and enhanced practical functions.

The MINI Cooper Clubman and MINI Cooper S Clubman are priced (on the road, without insurance) at RM 225,000.00 and RM 259,000.00 respectively.

More photos from the launch here.

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/933/46/

Spotted : 2008 Honda Accord on the road pics Mala

momoOK — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 22:28:13 +0800

9 Units of the upcoming 2008 Honda Accord are spotted on the road on a trailer going to a Honda stockyard somewhere. User Ajmain told us that the Accord was equipped kinda nicely with double tailpipes and Michelin tyres. He could only spotted the 3.5 V6 variant although its been widely known that at least 2 different variants will be launched come this end of April.

more pics at : http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/931/48/

A totaled new 2007 Volkswagen Beetle

momoOK — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 23:18:01 +0800

Imagine 2 weeks after your parent has granted you the key to your first car and it is not a Viva nor a New Saga but a brand spanking new RM 140,000 New Volkswagen Beettle and you totaled them a few days after

more pics at : http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/860/48/

Volkswagen Golf R32 Test Drive

momoOK — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:41:45 +0800

Last month, Proton terminated its strategic partnership discussion with Volkswagen and it was only a few days later when Terato was given the Golf R32 for temporary parking in its garage. This car left a very deep impression on us, making us 'eat drink and sleep' V-Dub for a few weeks after returning it to Volkswagen Malaysia. Parting ways with the R32 was like losing your very first love. But you know what they say about letting go? "If you truly love something, let it go. And if it doesn't come back, steal it back"

Read More of our Volkswagen Golf R32 Review

Sunday Track Day 27/1/2008 : It was a festival

momoOK — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:44:19 +0800

It was a jammed packed event. Despite the RM 50 entrance fee increased this year . Enthusiasts turn the Sepang International Circuit ( SIC ) second track day outing into a Festival. The last event was held on weekday and only about 20 cars were there. Today we estimated almost close to 200 cars having fun. Lets just hope it will stay this way for next month onwards .Two open track days in one month is awesome though once a month sound very reasonable to us, last year we only have five track days and that aint cool at all.

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/842/46/

Nissan GTR is in MALAYSIA!

momoOK — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 07:38:00 +0800

Well the new GTR is here in Malaysia and we were lucky enough to be invited for the official testing yesterday. More pics and details at
http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/820/46/

Look Ma; No Hands! Handsfree Transporter

momoOK — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 09:39:34 +0800

If you think the film 'Transporter' was great enough please reserve your thought for later else if you've thought in the past that the Segway Human Transporter is way ubercool then you might want to think twice cause right now ladies and gentlemen , we have the hands free transporter an invention by Ulrich Kahlert sort of a SEGWAY out of PIMP MY RIDE TV show on MTV.

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/752/48/

The BMW M3 "Limousine" is out!

momoOK — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 11:01:22 +0800

After much speculations and a few hundred spyshot pictures the New 2008 BMW M3 sedan is officially out there. After being missing in the E46 lineup the M3 sedan make a comeback with a 414-horsepower 4.0-liter V8 engine, I'd say this is a serious competitor in the market segment currently dominated by the AUDI RS4.

Also not to forget the V10 M5 is currently priced at RM 888,000 anyone dare to make a bet that this will be priced at RM 666.000

P/S: The deutsch translation for SEDAN = LIMOUSINE

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/693/47/

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X launched today

momoOK — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 18:19:44 +0800

Woohooo!

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X is officially launched in Japan today.

The best thing about the Evo X is it comes with several variants including the GSR fitted with the Twin Clutch SST transmission that includes the awesome paddle shifter. and the classic RS comes with the 5 speed manual transmission.

The price of this EVO X in japan before tax is around 3.7 million yen and thats around RM 108 K, so once it hit our shores expect it to be priced in between RM 300 K - RM 340 K.

More pictures and info at:

http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/686/47/

Proton 2007 Merdeka Advertisement

momoOK — Sun, 29 Jul 2007 07:42:05 +0800

The new merdeka ads

video at: http://www.terato.com/cars/content/view/198/40/