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Welcome back to Part II of our update on the all New Toyota VIOS. And as promised, in this post we will see the different angles of the New Toyota VIOS based on its Comfort, Driving Performance and also Safety aspects. I received many emails concerning Part I of our three part focus on this new Toyota creation, and I would like to thank all my readers for their support and take note that I shall be replying all of you in due time. And for those who missed out on our earlier review, complete with photographs and vehicle specifications, you can view them here.

In order to achieve the highest level of driving comfort, you can sense that a lot of work has been put into the creation of the New VIOS by the dedicated Toyota developers as they have allocated a large number of insulators in many portions of the car. This generally will help reduce noise, and once inside occupants can share a quiet cabin for an overall pleasant conversation whilst indoors. Read the rest of this entry »

The hot topic currently in Malaysia, when is the launch of the all New VIOS going to take place? If my sources are right, as they are always, UMW Toyota would be doing a nationwide launch somewhere around the 19th of October 2007. That’s not too far away, so hang on to your buying plans until then, coz this is one stylish sedan worth waiting for. So I’ve decided to come up with a three part post, relating to the updates on the New VIOS and it’s overall model details. You can also read my earlier review on the New VIOS to catch pictures of the vehicle and it’s features.

In this Part I post, you will get to read subjects related to it’s Introduction, Exterior and also Interior details. Part II, will tackle areas relating to it’s Comfort, Driving Performance and also Safety aspects. And finally Part III, subjects relating to it’s Accessories, Specification and it’s Eco friendly features Read the rest of this entry »

Hi guy’s, another new month has begun and the car market should normally pick up momentum around this period given the fact of the upcoming festivals ie; Hari Raya and Deepavali celebrations. UMW Toyota on the other-hand, have their promotion still stagnant from their initial July promo. All these were a major success for them, with sales soaring up throughout their branches, but sadly this has taken a toll on their stock situation and there appears to be lesser models available to attract buyers to get hold of one come Raya.

So, I hope you have loads of good luck trying to source each individual branch to find their stock availability status, prior to your booking. This is the Toyota - September 2007 promotion : Read the rest of this entry »

The new Audi TT Coupe made it’s debut in front of a huge crowd at the Audi Hangar in Glenmarie recently. The event was officiated by it’s Chairman, Datuk Syed Hisham Syed Wazir and Director, Datuk Donald Choo. The new TT Coupe with it’s dynamic design looks set to continue the legacy set by its predecessor with it’s timeless architecture and eminently recognizable presence on the roads. Read the rest of this entry »

Mention a sporty compact car and I think of the Suzuki Swift as we’ve always recognized the legendary Suzuki Swift as a great compact car. And even-more-so now with it’s 1.5 box style design added with its sporty demeanor. This definitely helps it earn worldwide appeal and respect. Currently the MK4 model is taking shape around a very unique mindset, which is ultimately, to build a promising Japanese car with Suzuki’s unique DNA in not only compact vehicles but also into motorcycles and have it developed in Europe, drawing inspiration from its people and landscape for today’s global market. And much to their delight, the result’s were well accepted and now we find more cars being lapped up with glee across the globe. Read the rest of this entry »

To all Malaysian car lover’s take note, UMW Toyota has decided to increase their CBU Camry prices. This increase will take effect on Monday, 06/08/2007. Apparently no reasons pertaining to this increase were given given by my source there but I guess it has to do with some increase in production costs back in Thailand.

Sadly this information just came in at the 11th hour and doesn’t give much time for the buyer’s to decide . Anyhow, it still does make a difference for those already targeting to get their Camry from UMW Toyota, by placing an order, latest tomorrow - Sunday, 05/08/2007.

This increase will effect both the current Camry models that are being sold here in Malaysia. The Toyota Camry 2.0E and 2.0G will see an increase of RM2,051 and subsequently, the Camry 2.4V will increase by RM2,450 respectively.

Well, the much-anticipated new 2.5-litre Ford Ranger TDCi 4X4 has finally arrived onto our shores. With the introduction of this model, I’m sure, Ford is hoping to fight lost ground against it’s rivals such as the Mitsubishi Triton and Toyota Hilux.

Focusing on Ranger’s fight back is their all new 2.5-litre, DuraTORQ TDCi common-rail diesel engine. The engine which stands true to its name has an inbuilt twin-cam with 16-valve four-cylinder capabilities offering a class-leading output of 141bhp and 330Nm (toppling Mitsubishi Triton’s 134bhp/314Nm), helping it deliver a 22 per cent better fuel efficiency compared to their previous engine. Read the rest of this entry »

Here we have the younger brother of the BMW X5, sporting a new front face kidney-shaped like grille that enhances its sporty looks, the new enhanced BMW X3 continues to set standards in the visual aesthetics of compact premium SAV’s (Sports Activity Vehicle).

Launched in March of this year in Malaysia, the X3 also sports a redesigned front air-dam and new fog lights. It is surprising though, that the X3 looks like it has a rather low roofline even though it sits on all 17″ alloy rims. Some may find it awkward looking, due to it’s narrow-looking styling that is presented in this model, but then again, it’s a BMW, so expect some superb road holding. Read the rest of this entry »

When anyone ask’s me about the perfect sports car, non comes to my mind besides the Mitsubishi Evo. It somehow has a character that stands out and captivates all car lovers with it’s speed and design. Recently, at Detroits motor show held in January this year, Mitsubishi revealed the production version of the all-new Lancer Evo, which resembled very much like the concept of Prototype X.

The all-new Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is a high-performance saloon. This is undoubtedly their 10th release of the famous Evo, and it is said to go on sale first in the UK, March 2008. Read the rest of this entry »

In the past, drivers who were tormented by the scorching heat of the sun would turn to the use of conventional tinted film (which offer token protection) or the more effective BUT blatantly illegal reflective films. So, to overcome this, UMW Toyota in Malaysia has finally realized that there is a high demand for window tint, especially given the fact of our country’s hot climate, all year round. The Toyota Genuine Accessory window tint will be available on optional basis.

In their surveys which they conducted they have noticed that 70 per cent of Toyota customers in Malaysia have a high tendency to install this addition into their new cars. From my sources, it is said that UMW Toyota is targeting to implement this option somewhere middle of this month. So to all prospective Toyota vehicle buyers, this is indeed good news, as there is no longer a need to custom fit this at a outdoor accessory shop, when all this can be included at the point when you place an order at their relevant branches. Read the rest of this entry »