Most of us have the common sense to know what is patently wrong when behind the wheel—we know not to drive tired or intoxicated, to always use seatbelts and Facebook-ing while driving is a definite no-no. However, we have all encountered incidents of careless or inconsiderate driving in our commutes, and while these episodes don’t often result in accidents, they are a definite nuisance and still potentially hazardous.
Read MoreYou may have heard this before: “We didn’t use car seats back in my day, but we all turned out fine. Just put on a seatbelt!” Probably well-intended, but a logical fallacy nonetheless - anecdotes are not data, and it misses the blindingly obvious - the roads today are significantly riskier than that of two decades ago. Data has shown that the use of car seats reduce the risk of serious injury by up to 70%.
Read MoreThe risk of car theft is a reality that all car owners face. Although it is quite difficult to completely guarantee the safety of our cars, what we can do as responsible car owners is to reduce the risk of them getting stolen. What this basically means is that we can take steps to make it just a little bit more difficult for our cars to get stolen by thieves. This can be done in a number of ways.
No matter what kind of automobile it is, it uses many different kinds of oils such as those which exist in the form of lubrication oils used in the engine, fluids used in hydraulics, as well as gear oils used in the transmission gear box, to name a few. It’s common knowledge that those oils cannot simply be disposed of by pouring it down the drain and into the ocean, so what actually happens to those oils? Well, those oils get recycled!
It’s easy to assume that once a car is sent off to a junkyard that it’s life story has come to a complete end. This is completely inaccurate. When processed properly, almost every single part of a car can be broken down, taken apart, recycled, and put back into the economy in one form or another. It wouldn’t even be surprising if cars and their materials end up completely recycled and used to produce brand new cars!
The most exclusive car show in the world, the Top Marques Monaco car show is the only live automobile show in the world where guests can try out selected supercars on a closed circuit of the Famous F1 track from a “menu”. The event takes place annually at the Grimaldi Forum in the principality of Monaco. The show features exclusive supercars, luxury aircrafts, boats, jewellery, real estates and even wine products.
Read MoreIn every industry, those 3 components are vital. If you have passion and love for cars and all things automotive, then the automotive industry is a sector that you should strongly consider.
Read MoreMotorsport is a highly competitive business. It costs a lot of money and drivers and teams will always complain that they never have enough, however deep their pockets! Money is the fuel that makes the motorsport world go round. Drivers and teams need whatever funds they can get their hands on to keep racing or to develop their careers. However, it must always be remembered that the sponsors, who provide the funds, need to see a return on investment to justify their participation.
Read MoreThe Bugatti La Voiture Noire is the most expensive new car ever sold. Only ONE of its kind will ever be made and the identity of the buyer is not revealed. However, it is said that the buyer is a huge fan of Bugatti with an enormous attachment to the brand. Of course, he or she has to be ultra-rich too!
Read MoreInnovation and the automotive industry often go hand in hand. Carmakers are now pushing the envelope to develop new technology that will benefit their customers. But Mitsubishi may have just taken this concept to a new level.
Read MoreOne of the most fundamental things a budding racing driver must learn is what the various flag signals used around the track mean. Motor Racing flags are used to indicate track conditions and to communicate important messages to drivers.
Read MoreParking your car can be quite a complex activity, especially here in Malaysia. On top of that, the choices made when choosing where to park your car also has implications on its security and accessibility, as issues such as car thefts and break-ins are not unheard of, much like in any other country.
The automotive cup holder. It’s probably one of the most ignored accessories in cars, trucks, and other vehicles, yet in many ways it can be the most important one to many drivers. Sometimes, we’ll even see the number of cup holders a new car model may have being promoted as one of its key features even though, on the surface at least, it seems like the least important detail about the car. Or at least, no one thinks about it until they need one.
Well, it seems like Malaysia is getting ready to embrace the flying car hype. Malaysia’s first-ever flying car, which will be driven by local technology, is expected to be unveiled this year. The project aims to utilise the country’s capabilities in the aerospace, drone, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and automotive sectors. The government also wants to use this project to create an environment that stimulates people to think about new technologies.
Read MoreMost, if not all of us now drive with an auto car. It’s much more convenient here in Malaysia, especially when you’re stuck in traffic, and the fact that your car won’t die in the middle of the road every time you stop is also a plus point. Here are a few things for you to know in order to keep your automatic transmission gearbox in fantastic shape.
Most car owners can go years of driving without changing their engine oil. However, this may cause damage to the vehicles in question. If you’re noticing a knocking sound, or a pinging during acceleration, you may be facing an engine sludge problem.
Read MoreAre you of the opinion that the maintenance of your car should be done by a certified mechanic? Well, a lot of car owners believe so, because most of us buy cars out of necessity rather than out if the interest in cars. Today, we’re going to explore a very simple maintenance procedure to prevent these carbon build-ups from happening. This is a method that may be as simple as a car wash.
Read MoreWhether it’s early in the morning, when the sun is at its brightest in the afternoon, or after a long hard day at work, drivers can suffer from nodding off at the wheel. Drowsy driving is one of the leading causes of accidents in Malaysia. Here’s what you can do to prevent or combat drowsiness when you’re driving.
Read MorePetrol prices have always been an issue for Malaysians, especially with our need to drive everywhere. This means that every time you pump petrol at the station, money is literally flowing out of your pocket. Well, today, we’re here to help you cut down on those petrol costs.
Read MoreMalaysia is known for its beautiful sceneries, delicious food and great people. But unbeknownst to many, Malaysia is also home to some of the most dangerous roads in the world. In fact, we rank third behind Thailand and South Africa in terms of road safety, with a death rate of 23 per 100,000 population. Here are the 6 most dangerous highways in Malaysia.
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