C@r Cr@zee!!!!

Wind it up..BMW..

2007-06-30T12:12:00.000-07:00

The more the merrier. Not content with rolling out standard stock, BMW has singled out a 3 and groomed it into a natty edition, ratcheting up the feel-good buzz.

To be sure, the 325i Sports is not everyone’s cup of tea. Only an enthusiast could perhaps fully appreciate the need for a car that serves up a hard ride and tauter handling befitting a machine that lays claim to offering a greater edge.

Finding the right mix of performance, comfort, safety, price and brand connection are enough to keep a grown-up busy. The average family man may in the end just find the whole 325i Sports package a little too boyishly stimulating.

Much of what the 325i Sports has to offer is already a familiar tale. We wrote in November about the RM289,000 325i, on which the sports edition is based.

Engine remains the same, with the usual sports bits and suspension kit to justify the extra RM18,000. The price premium also pays for an onboard satellite navigation system + iDrive, first seen in the 7 Series and which has quickly filtered down to selected lower liners.

The straight six 2.5-litre magnesium/aluminium engine stumps up 218bhp and 250Nm, seizing top spot as the best in the “2 Litre to 2.5 Litre Engine” segment at the recent 2007 International Engine Of The Year awards. Keeping it company was incidentally the International Engine Of The Year itself – the BMW 3.0-litre twin turbo 335i.

While many experts consider the mid-level 5 Series the best sedan on the road, this 3 can hold its own and is none too shabby in looks and performance chops.

Flared lines provide visual interest on most fronts. With M touches going into the aerodynamics kit, steering wheel, suspension and 18-inch light alloy wheels with mixed run-flats, the change is markedly refreshing and provocative.

Frontside occupants get sports seats to complement the harder spring setup.

A beige interior with aluminium trim makes for a pleasant contrast from the blackness of the exterior. Spacewise, the 325i doesn’t feel quite as hemmed in as the earlier 3 Series though one would still be well advised to use it only as an occasional five-seater. In addition, the satnav and LCD display add a level of interest to the dash that would otherwise be conformingly discreet.

Unlike the stock model, the 325i Sports loses Active Steering. It’s an electro-mechanical feature that varies the load according to understeer and oversteer to aid the driver who overcorrects or doesn’t respond strongly enough, leading to less shuffling of the hands around the wheel.

The lack of electronic assistance, coupled with the quick and direct feel, makes the 325i Sports more a driver’s car than its stock brethren, calling upon a more skilful individual who can exercise better judgment in holding the line especially in demanding turns.

On highways, the E90 325i is an able cruiser whether in stock or sports variant with little hint of the rawness found in its predecessor.

The smooth and refined character come into play amid the quiet roar as it dashes past slower-moving traffic, with plenty of low-end torque to accomplish the act.

The car handles tautly and there’s a communicative steering feel. Even as you manage to get the tail to give way for some frisky indulgences, the rear-drive car offers cues of the impending slide to enable corrective action to be taken.

On the whole, the Sports package livens up the handling though there's a price to pay in creature comforts.

Nevertheless for the enthusiast, there’s much to like and little to whine about this ride.

It does require a fair bit of dough to own this palatably specified Bimmer which continues to reinforce the stereotype people have of the marque.

An oilwell in the backyard would do nicely to make this an entry-level keeper, together with a choice selection of supercars and a yacht to round off transportation and amusement needs.

A beefier stew..Mazda 3

2007-06-30T12:10:00.001-07:00

Our initial expectations of the Mazda3 hatchback were that it would share the same performance as its sedan sibling – something which we featured some months ago.

So it was with much surprise that we found the hatchback so much more exciting to drive. Full of zip and zest, it is very responsive and punchy and has the performance to match its sporty looks. To say the least it is head and shoulders above its sedan variant!

We tried to figure out why – when both the sedan and hatchback variants use the same 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, 16-valve DOHC (dual-overhead camshafts) electronic fuel-injected engine with S-VT and VIS (Variable Induction System) and electronic throttle (fly-by-wire).

The engine package in both promises enhanced torque across the engine’s entire rev range, along with good power delivery and more efficient fuel consumption.

As such, the 2.0-litre engine delivers 147Ps at 6,500rpm and182Nm at 4,500rpm.

What we suspect is that the gear ratios and pre-programmed modes in the electronically controlled four-speed Activematic automatic transmission are tuned differently in the sedan to give smooth executive power delivery and in the hatchback to give power-packed performance.

But once we discovered the big difference, we were thoroughly enjoying ourselves and were pushing the hatchback at every opportunity.

Activematic automatic is Mazda-speak for their tiptronic style of manually changing gears. This sequential manual change allows the driver to have better control of the engine revs.

A nice touch, we found, is that the engaged gear, whether in automatic or manual mode, is clearly shown on the instrument panel. Most cars show the gear selection only in manual mode.

We found it very useful as a quick glance at the gear engaged in auto mode allows the driver to know whether he should press hard on the accelerator to do a kick-down for greater acceleration. Or, in manual mode, whether he should downshift two gears for the same.

The instrument panel has the sporty theme of red lettering with red backlighting for improved night vision. The gear numbers are in a yellow that allows the driver to spot instantly.

Putting the Mazda3 hatchback through its paces shows that everything jelled.

The sporty engine performance, the brakes, the suspension and the steering all played their part and made our test drive a thoroughly exciting and enjoyable affair.

The brakes are large diameter discs all round with the latest ABS (anti-lock braking system) and (EBD) electronic brakeforce distribution to give even and safe braking under all driving conditions.

The suspension system is the usual MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link set-up for the rear. The difference is that settings and shock absorbers have been fine-tuned to give a decidedly sporty ride that is firm and hard, but not to the point of harshness.

The interior carries over the sporty theme with leather covered seats that are red-lined at the edges. The central console is aluminium and it shows.

The seats are comfortable and do grip quite securely when driving fast.

The power assisted steering is a change from the norm. It does feel heavy at all times but will respond instantly when the wheel is turned – which is ideal for fast driving as then the driver has a feel of the road at all times.

Yet we found the steering is nippy, taking tight corners and sharp turns without us having to break into a sweat! Even for tight parking conditions we could manoeuvre around without any problems.

The interior of the car also is quieter which Mazda says is due to advanced engineering.

For instance, the suspension is carefully tuned and reinforced to reduce vibration.

Also, heavy-duty insulation is fitted behind the dashboard to keep engine noise away from the cabin, and the MZR 2.0-litre engine has extra sound insulation on the underside of the bonnet.

Then there is “Thinsulate” soundproofing material in the roof liner to absorb road noise from the floor and keep wind noise out of the cabin during high-speed driving.

Mazda says all these improvements make the Mazda3 one the quietest rides in its class.

Overall, Mazda has given more sporty performance to a sporty-looking car. Too often carmakers make sporty looking variants but with the same performance as the sedan siblings.

Keep up the good work, Mazda!

Cycle & Carriage Bintang’s Mazda Division, says the Mazda3 2.0 hatchback as tested is available for less than RM130,000 (without insurance).

Porsche's best of the best ...

2007-06-30T12:04:00.001-07:00

Porsche's 911 Targa 4 has received a 'Best of the Best' award for excellent design from the Red Dot Design Museum of the North-Rhine Westfalian Design Centre.

This outstanding award in one of the largest and most outstanding design contests in the world is presented by an international jury only to absolute top products acknowledged as 'ground-breakers in their specific area.'

Out of more than 2,500 products entered, a mere 43 received this supreme stamp of quality, the experts lauding the 911 Targa 4 in particular for its "creativity, innovative features, and the high quality of the product."

As an award-winner, the 911 Targa 4 will be showcased in the special 'Design on Stage – Winners Red Dot Award: Product Design 2007' display in the Essen Red Dot Design Museum at the Zollverein Coal Mine, one of the world’s cultural heritages, from June 26-July 23.

Plenty to love..VIVA

2007-06-30T11:43:00.002-07:00

Looking for love? Get a Viva and you’ll get a love affair that will last a lifetime! At least, that’s what Perodua promises. The Viva, offered with a choice of 660cc, 850cc or 1,000cc engine, is intended to replace both the Kancil and the Kelisa. Well, I’m not looking for love but a replacement for my trusty, frugal seven-year-old Kancil may be on the cards.

So, when the opportunity came up, I jumped at the chance to try out the Viva 1,000cc Premium automatic model for a couple of days.

Compared to the simple and unassuming Kancil, I found the Viva rather appealing. It’s like meeting a Sensitive New Age Guy … thoughtful, more refined and certainly a lot more stylish.

Looking beyond the good looks on the outside, I found the interior of the Viva to be organised and spacious.

For the 1,000cc versions, the instrument panel comes in a tasteful matt silver design, harmonised with the black furnishing.

Space wise, it seats five average-sized people comfortably and boasts a host of stowage options, with a centre cluster box, utility box on the driver’s side, coin slot, front and rear cup holders and door trim pockets to choose from.

The cabin is roomy and comfortable for rear passengers, who get plenty of legroom. The rear seats can be folded down for more luggage space.

Settling behind the wheel, my first impression of this feature-loaded Viva is that the seats and ergonomics are definitely a big improvement over the Kancil and Kelisa.

With my Kancil, I have either been hunching over my steering wheel or my arms are being stretched uncomfortably to reach the steering wheel. Because of the limited adjustments available for the driver’s seat, I had to choose between arm length or leg length comfort.

The Viva offers an integrated seat height adjuster for comfort and clearer view (available in the 1,000cc only). This thoughtful feature enables people of all shapes and sizes to find the optimum adjustment for arm, back and leg length.

One of the Viva’s unique selling points is that all four doors open to an approximate 90 degrees, making it easy for passengers to get in and out. This is certainly a bonus for older people or children.

It’s also great for pet owners who needn’t worry about the leash getting tangled or stuck in the doors when your pooch makes an excited dash into and out of the vehicle.

On top of this, the height of the seat to the ground is just right, making for effortless loading and unloading.

The electric side mirrors (available in 850cc and 1,000cc only) are a carry over from the Kancil model. However, it has been upgraded in the 1,000cc Premium Viva models with a retractable function. Whenever you’re going through a tight spot all it takes is a touch of a button and the mirrors retract fully to fold against the window.

The dome light in the car is positioned in the centre of the vehicle, and although this is an improvement over the Kancil’s poor interior lighting, I wish the Viva’s could have been brighter.

A vanity mirror is included on the driver’s sun visor and this is great during the day but, when night falls, it’s useless because it is not illuminated. It’s okay for a quick check but not good enough for touching up your make-up, where shade and tone is crucial.

I’ve applied blusher on my cheeks in my poorly lit Kancil before and turned up in a brightly lit restaurant in horror with cheeks that were too flushed.

Guys wouldn’t have an issue with this but for girls constantly on the move, a well-lit mirror is a must-have. I love the air-conditioning ... it’s cool. I always felt that the Kancil’s air-con vents were placed too far into the dashboard but with the Viva, the vents are brought forward and they aim closer towards both the driver and front passenger.

Even on a low setting, the cool air is dispersed instantaneously and directly at the passengers, making the Viva’s compartment a pleasant environment, especially in our humid weather.

The Viva is definitely a practical car that makes driving fuss-free and easy with many features that have obviously been thought through.

I’ve always appreciated my Kancil’s good mileage all these years and the Viva seems to be just as good. Coupled with the attractive prices (ranging from RM28,400 to RM44,200, on the road), I’d say this new charmer is worth another date or two.

The Volvo Classic Car Club turns 10

2007-06-30T11:38:00.000-07:00

The Volvo Classic Car Club celebrated its 10th year of existence recently, and the anniversary marks quite a bit for it to be proud of.

It has its own dedicated clubhouse, which is open to all members, and it is the only car club in Malaysia to not have a breakaway group since inception.

The club also organises regular drives for its members, which come from various age groups, and it has visited most of the peninsular through its many trips over the years. Its most recent sojourn was north, across the border.

All this has been possible due to the focus and pride of its founding members, who have maintained the club as an avenue for classic Volvo owners to meet and work together at maintaining their rides by sharing resources and information.

The most prominent Volvo model in the club is the 121, though the most significant and popular is the P1800, which many will recognise as the vehicle driven by Roger Moore in the classic TV series, The Saint.

To celebrate its 10th anniversary recently, the club organised a do and invited six charity homes to partake in the celebrations; it also gave donations to each home. Good food, some spirited dancing, a lucky draw and lovely music kept the crowd entertained all night.

So, if you happen to have an old Volvo, you know where you can find kinship. Membership is open to anyone who owns a Volvo that is a minimum of 25 years old. You can contact the club president, Simon Suresh, at 017-3627105 for more information.

Honda Civic Si Sedan

2007-06-14T12:35:00.000-07:00

This is the best Civic Si that Honda has ever built. It's quick, it handles beautifully, it's exciting to drive, and at times it'll have its pilot giggling like a five-year-old in a roomful of puppies. Its 197 horsepower engine revs to 8000 rpm, with an accompanying punk-rock soundtrack that'll have you muting the stereo. The shifter is perfect, the driving position beyond reproach, and the four-door body a bonus to anybody who has to tote more than one passenger. Compared to previous versions of the Si, it's the best. But compare it to its current competition and its lack of low-rev grunt becomes an Achilles' heel that simply can't be overlooked by any but the most ardent Honda faithful.

2007: Toyota Camry

2007-06-14T12:30:00.000-07:00

“It’s a Toyota.” This simple phrase has made life easy and profitable for Toyota salespeople, made domestic car manufacturers green with envy, and has bred such confidence in Camry and Tacoma owners that they border on arrogant. Historically, Toyota buyers have often been justified in this smug sense of superiority – if you were smart, you would’ve bought a Toyota, too. It’s your own damn fault that you’re missing work again to sit at the (insert non-Toyota brand name here) dealership waiting for your car to get fixed. Burned by a Chevy? Buy a Toyota. Ford dealer treating you poorly? Buy a Toyota. Need a wagon? SUV? Compact? Buy a Matrix, or a Highlander, or a Yaris, all by Toyota. Need a full-size truck? Wait for the redesigned Tundra, the unofficial Second Coming, via Texas and courtesy of Toyota.
That’s how things have been in the automotive arena for quite some time, though Toyota’s most recognizable nameplate, the Camry, may cause some buyers to pause – maybe just for a millisecond – before adding themselves to the ranks of the saved. Specifically, quality concerns with our $31,000 XLE V6 test car, as well as similar and consistent issues we’ve noted with other recent Toyota products, should cause the eternal green sales light to flicker. At the same time, domestics are continually improving quality, most evident in redesigned cars and trucks from the “Detroit Three” that have arrived in recent years. Could it be that the quality playing field is leveling out? Perhaps, but “It’s a Toyota” still means that, in all likelihood, the thing will probably run forever with routine maintenance and it might even be worth something after all three of your high school kids have beaten it into the ground. However, look at the details of that shiny 2007 Camry on the lot, the one priced north of $30,000, and you might discover that those simple words don’t go as deep as you’d like.
Buyers interested in the most fuel-efficient 2007 Toyota Camry will want to opt for one with the smaller engine. The aluminum 2.4-liter four-cylinder features dual overhead cams, 16-valves, and a horsepower rating of 158 at 6,000 rpm backed up by 161 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. In most states, this engine gets an ultra-low emissions vehicle rating, but in so-called green states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey, California) it gets a partial-zero emissions rating that drops horsepower to 155 and torque to 158 lb.-ft. When mated to a five-speed manual transmission, the front-wheel-drive Camry boasts 24 mpg city and 34 mpg highway; a five-speed automatic cuts the highway rating to 33 mpg. Achieving an estimated 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway is an available 3.5-liter, aluminum V6 joined to a six-speed automatic. This six-cylinder engine features 24 valves, dual overhead cams, 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm, and 248 lb.-ft. of torque churning at 4,700 rpm. Regardless of powertrain, all 2007 Toyota Camry models feature antilock disc brakes aided by electronic brake-force distribution; rack-and-pinion steering, and a suspension system comprised of MacPherson struts in front and a dual-link setup in the rear.

HISTORY : Perodua

2007-06-04T10:50:00.000-07:00

Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (PERODUA) was established in 1993. The joint venture partners/shareholders of Perodua and their respective shareholding are UMW Corporation Sdn Bhd (38%), Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd. (20%), MBM Resources Berhad (20%), PNB Equity Resources Corporation Sdn Bhd (10%), Mitsui & Co. Ltd (7%) and Daihatsu (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (5%).

The company’s operations commenced early 1994 and the first vehicle, the ever so popular, Perodua Kancil was introduced to the Malaysian market in August 1994. To date, the following vehicles have rolled out of the Perodua plant:

The Perodua Rusa - Practical Choice, 1996
The Perodua Kembara - Anywhere, in August 1998
The Perodua Kenari - A Different Point of View, in June 2000
The Perodua Kelisa - Engineered for Fun, in August 2001
The Perodua Myvi - It's a Passion, in May 2005
The Perodua ViVa - Driving Possibilities, in April 2007

Up to end of March 2004, Perodua has successfully sold approximately 803,126 units of vehicles of various models both locally and abroad.

Perodua Auto Corporation Sdn Bhd (PCSB) was established in the final quarter of 2001. Besides Perodua, the two other joint venture partners of PCSB are both Japanese companies, namely Daihatsu Motor Co. Ltd., and Mitsui & Co. Ltd. To date, the manufacturing operations of the Perodua Group are being managed by PCSB.

The three active entities within the Group are:

Perodua Sales Sdn Bhd (PSSB), which is responsible for the sales, marketing, distribution of all Perodua vehicles and also to operate the nationwide after sales service and spare parts operations.

Save for the sales and service operations, which exist in all the states nationwide, Perodua operates from its headquarters in Sungai Choh, Rawang, Selangor Darul Ehsan. The 200-acre land houses amongst others the Perodua Corporate Building, the R&D testing labs and styling studio, the vehicle test track, the manufacturing plant, the engine plant, the pre delivery inspection area, the vehicle distribution stockyard and the parts warehouse.

Perodua Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (PMSB), the company responsible for the manufacturing of the Perodua vehicles and selected vehicle component parts.

Perodua Engine Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (PEMSB), who undertakes the assembling of the vehicle engines and also to manufacture selected engine component parts.

Workforce
To date, current Manpower in PCSB (Including PMSB & PEMSB) as of 28 February 2007 is 8,176 staff.

Production capacity
The plant currently has the capacity to produce 250,000 unit per annum on 2-shift cycle.

Sales network
To date, PSSB has 32 sales branches and 142 sales outlets nationwide to serve its' customer efficiently.

Service network
To ensure utmost customer satisfaction, PSSB has 31 service branches and 99 service outlets throughout Malaysia.

Overseas
Perodua vehicles are sold in 13 other countries including United Kingdom and Egypt.

Research & Development (R&D)
The R&D activities are mostly focused on the acquisition of core competencies in the automotice technology. The activities include styling / modeling, concept car development and the ability to undertake major facelifts.

At present, Perodua has invested substantial amount in manpower training and extensive use of computer-aided softwares.

The main activities of the R&D are localisation of car parts and components, styling and modeling of future models and facelifts of current product range. Other R&D facilities are the chamber, engine test lab and test course.

More Information : http://www.perodua.com.my

HISTORY : Naza Motor Trading

2007-06-04T09:00:00.000-07:00

The origin of Naza Motor Trading Sdn Bhd is a remarkable and unique tale that is interwoven into a fabric of many colours. Passion, vision and perfect timing, have all played their part in giving shape to this company; its transformation from a small business to a vast and significant organization that it is now. The company essentially rose from a motor trading business. It has been a known fact that Naza Motor Trading is central in the development of the whole Naza Group.

The birth of Naza Motor was seen back in 1975, used and reconditioned cars wereconsidered a new business and only just making an inroad into the Malaysian car market.Realizing the opportunity, Naza Motor began making the necessary plans. The company grew rapidly and it later progressed to the nation's biggest and most prominent importer in luxury and high-end vehicle.

Today NAZA is prepared to scour the four corners of the globe to fulfill the needs of the customers. All of the company commitment and determination paid off when majority of car makers all over the world granted Naza Motor with dealerships, franchises and distributorships of their vehicles.

Apart from the importation of new vehicles, Naza Motor also provides sales of duty free vehicles for diplomats and tourist for exporting cars overseas. Naza Motor Trading Sdn Bhd comes with the biggest showroom in the country. Located along the Federal Highway, the showroom is not easy to miss. Its modern sophisticated glass and steel building are prominent to every passerby. It is however the glint of rows and rows of brightly coloured sports cars permanently on display that beckons them.

A visit to the showroom or even a glance from the outside will show you why NAZA is the home for car lovers. There is an exhaustive and comprehensive list of vehicles and models; from the opulent to rarest performance marques. From sports cars to SUVs. Nothing else best describe Naza Motor Trading except a "one stop automotive gallery".

NAZA Group of companies is poised to continue with the growth of its existing businesses and is well positioned to develop new businesses, draw on its existing core competencies and promising to escalate the company to greater heights. Currently the group has 14 business divisions: Motor Trading, After Sales Services/ Accessories, Bikes, Manufacturing, Transport Services, Machine tools/ parts, Engineering, Plantation, Cigarette Distribution, Credit & Leasing, Water Crafts, Properties, Hotel Operation and Insurance Agent –operating all over Malaysia and abroad.

Click here for more info on NAZA AUTO MALL - the largest automotive showroom in South East Asia.

MOVIE : " Impak Maksima" Malaysia Drift Trailer..

2007-06-03T00:52:00.001-07:00

Impak Maksima lebih hebat dari Remp-It!!!

"Impak Maksima bakal menjanjikan dua kali ganda aksi serta lebih banyak adegan yang berani berbanding dengan Remp-It"

Dengan kejayaan percubaan pertama mempertaruhkan genre aksi menerusi Remp-It, Ahmad Idham tidak teragak-agak untuk mengulangi percaturan tersebut menerusi filem terbarunya, Impak Maksima.

"Saya berani untuk mengatakan bahawa Impak Maxima bakal memaparkan lebih banyak adegan aksi yang mencabar berbanding dengan Remp-It.

"Malah, kos penerbitan filem ini adalah dua kali ganda daripada Remp-It," ujar pengarah yang kini hangat di pasaran mengenai projek kedua untuk syarikat penerbitannya, Excellence Pictures Sdn Bhd.

Impak Maksima akan memaparkan kisah segolongan anak muda yang minat terhadap bidang extreme sports seperti perlumbaan go-cart, kereta serta motorsikal, mirip filem barat Too Fast Too Furious.

Malah, filem tersebut akan menyelitkan gejala sosial yang kian berleluasa di kalangan muda-mudi negara yang menjalani kehidupan yang bebas serta tidak terkawal.

Jika dalam Remp-It, Idham mempertaruhkan Farid Kamil sebagai hero, kini pengarah filem Tipah Tertipu itu mahu mengenengahkan muka baru sebagai tunggak utamanya.

"Saya mahu ambil Awal Ashaari sebagai hero saya. Apa yang industri filem kita perlukan adalah muka-muka baru untuk memberi kesegaran serta perubahan secara konsisten," ujar pengarah yang berumur 36 tahun itu lagi.

More Information :http://mstar.com.my
Link(Trailer) : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6Io_yFqVec

DRIFT : Malaysian.....

2007-06-03T00:24:00.002-07:00

Check It out!!!!

MOD : AppleGreen K-Car (Kancil)..

2007-06-02T23:52:00.003-07:00

Info

Manufacturer: Perodua

Model: Kancil 850 GX

Manufactured: 2000

Owner: Aloi

Modifications

Engine: L200V FMPT turbo induction, Monza release valves and HKS SSQV components

Exhaust : 2" custom made

Transmission : Manual 5 speed

Suspension : Gabriel (Hi Lo) with L500S coil springs (front), Gabriel shock absorber with L500S coil springs (Back)

Tyres/Rimsr : Silverstone 165/60/13 / SSR 13” immitations

Brakes : L200S ventilated discs (front), OEM Perodua (back)

Interior/Exterior

Int : Standard L500 dashboard / L200TRXX seats

Ext : Mira L200S Avanzato, L200S Tailgate, 850 side mirrors.

More Information : www.majalahkereta.com.my

Formula 1 : Next Round..F1 Canada!!

2007-06-02T23:23:00.000-07:00

The Circuit..Montreal
10th June 2007

In the 1960s the rivalry between French and English speaking Canada meant that the country's Grand Prix had two homes: Mosport Park one year and Mont-Tremblant the next. By 1970, however, Mont-Tremblant was deemed too dangerous and the race moved full time to Mosport Park.

In 1977 the French Canadians, motivated by the incredible success of Gilles Villeneuve, decided it was about time they built a race track. Building a new circuit simply wasn't feasible, however, as time and money were against them. Their solution was simple and effective. Taking the Ile Notre-Dame, they connected all the island's roads and made a circuit. The island had been the home of the 1967 World Fair (Expo'67) and was full of futuristic looking buildings. It was, everyone agreed, a perfect venue for a Grand Prix.

After $2m was spent on upgrading the circuit to Formula One standards, the first race was held there in October 1978. Gilles Villeneuve, in his first season with Ferrari, was yet to win a Formula One race, but at his home Grand Prix he took a memorable debut victory. Following his tragic death in 1982, the track was renamed in his honour.

His son, Jacques, has never won at the track but some of the great drivers of the sport have taken the spoils here. Michael Schumacher holds the record of having won seven times in Canada. It is also the scene of Jean Alesi's single Grand Prix victory in 1995, driving the number 27 Ferrari, the same car number which carried Gilles Villeneuve into the hearts of the Canadian Formula One fans.

The Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve lies on the island of Ile Notre-Dame on the St. Lawrence River, near downtown Montreal. It is within walking distance of the Jean Drapeau underground metro station. The metro (Line 4) runs from the city (Berri) to Jean Drapeau, a 20 minute ride. Bus 167 runs to the circuit.

By road the circuit is accessible direct via the De la Concorde Bridge and Jacques-Cartier Bridge (exit Jean Drapeau) or from South Shore.

All international and domestic flights come into Montreal-Trudeau Airport, which is located 18km west of the city (route 20). There is a frequent shuttle bus service that takes you into the City Centre Air Terminal from where the bus or metro can be taken to the circuit.

More Information : www.formula1.com

Formula 1 : Latest Ranking 2007..

2007-06-02T23:04:00.000-07:00

Here is the Top 3 Ranking for Formula 1 2007 after 5 round ; F1 Australia, F1 Malaysia, F! Bahrain, F1 Spain and F1 Monaco.

2007 Drivers Table

F. Alonso 38 Points
L. Hamilton 38 Points
F. Massa 33 Points

2007 Constructors Table

McLarens-Mercedes 76 Points
Ferrari 56 Points
BMW 30 Points

More Informatoin : www.formula1.com

SPYSHOT : New Mazda Fighter..

2007-06-02T22:59:00.000-07:00

New SUV been Spotted!!!!!!!!!!

Shortly after the new Ford Ranger TDCi arrived on Malaysian shores, this lightly camouflaged new generation Mazda Fighter sharing the same underpinings as the new Ranger TDCi was spotted making rounds around Sri Hartamas near EON Bank. Thanks to Derrick Tew for sending in these photos. It looks pretty much like the new Ford Ranger TDCi except for changes on the front grille, headlamps, bumper, and other changes around the outside and inside - mostly aesthetics. We will have to wait until the launch to find out the full specs and differences, or the lack of any for that matter.

The new Mazda Fighter will likely be powered by the same class-leading 2.5 liter TDCi intercooled turbodiesel engine as the Ranger TDCi, making 141bhp/143PS at 3500rpm and 330Nm at 1800rpm. Look at 3 more spyshots after the jump, as well as undisguised product photos of the new Mazda Fighter sourced from Mazda Thailand.

More Information : http://paultan.org

SPYSHOT : GEN2 Sedan on da road!!

2007-06-02T00:51:00.002-07:00

This upcoming Proton GEN2 Sedan on road tests! It doesn’t look very much different other than the fact that it’s a GEN2 with a proper sedan boot tacked on to it, but of course this is not the final production model so we might see some changes here and there as a mid-life facelift. It looks very similiar to the 3D renderings posted in March. If you look closely at the front grille - is that a copy of Honda’s new floating grille design ?
More Information : http://paultan.org

Latest Proton Model??

2007-06-02T00:46:00.003-07:00

This photoshopped image is by Kevin Lee, his take on a new “Proton Putra Neo”. The Proton Putra 1.8EXi is commonly thought of as the best car Proton ever made, however it lived a short lifespan. In 2004, Proton resurrected the Putra, selling lower-spec models in black only to a few customers, but sales stopped again.

MOD : PearlWhite SKYLINE...

2007-06-02T00:18:00.000-07:00

Info

Manufacturer: Nissan
Model: Skyline GTR
Manufactured: 1995/2005
Owner: Adi

Modifications

Standard Engine
RB26DETT GTR, GTR33 with 70,000km mileage, GTR33 fuel pump, GTR33 Intercooler + HKS Aluminium piping, HKS SQV BOV, HKS X 2 ai9r filter, DENSO Iridium Power No.7 spark plugs

Exhaust
custom stainless steel with HKS silencer.
Suspension:
HKS Damper Hyper max II Adjustable
Rims:
Yokohama 17", 8jj front and 9jj rear.
Tyres:
Yokohama 245 front, Nankang 265 rear

Interior/Exterior

Ext:
GTR Bodykit with Bomex skirting , GTR rear spoiler, Sunroof, sportive side mirrors
Int:
Greddy tuebo timer, Blitz R-Vitz, Momo steering wheel, blackwidow, GTR33 3 straight meter, GTR33 Dashboard meter, GTR33 door panel

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