Watch RAIN Live @ Sepang Malaysian F1 Grand Prix 2011

RAIN Live @ Sepang Malaysian F1 Grand Prix 2011

Catch Korean Superstar RAIN live in the 2011 Malaysian F1 Grand Prix after the race,April 10th 2011 !! Take note that you have to buy F1 tickets to enter for Rain concert, category C2, K2, C1 and C3 have to top up RM124.20 to access Rain concert. And of course 10% off for F1 race tickets plus Rain LIVE concert for selected zones only. Rain concert starts at 7pm. Gates to concert open at 5:30pm. Helipad, Sepang International Circuit

Sebastian Vettel got pole position again !!

Who's gonna be crowned the champion of the 2011 Sepang Malaysian F1 Grand Prix ? Both Red Bull and Mclaren Mercedes looked dominant after occupying the 1st and 2nd row. Will the Scuderia Ferrari of Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa bite them back in the actual race ? We will see it later at 4pm.

Watch the coverage of the F1 Grand Prix Live on ASTRO Star Sports channel 813 !

Proton Waja, Lancer Lookalike "P390A" SNEAK PEEK !!

Proton Waja, Lancer Lookalike "P390A" SNEAK PEEK !!

We might get to see a Proton Waja replacement soon. Aptly named Proton Waja Lancer, the “P390A” model is based on the current generation Mitsubishi Lancer. It will come in 2 variants' 1.6 and 1.8 litres. Here's a sneak peek of the new Waja.

Front of the Proton Waja P390A

How much is the new Proton Waja Lancer P390A ? A reliable source has told me that expect the 1.6litre to bein the range of RM70,000 while the 1.8litre variant is about RM80,000. Worth it ? We shall wait till the October 2010 launch date.

back of the Proton Waja P390A

Sorry, cause there's no interior photos yet but will update soon. This car's tuning and handling is of course by non other than Lotus. Looks like a Mitsubishi Lancer but in fact it is a Proton Waja.

BIGGEST LOSER ASIA SEASON 2 AIRING ON 21ST SEPTEMBER @ DIVA UNIVERSAL !!

Biggest Loser Asia Season 2 Airing on 21st September @ Diva Universal !!

The much awaited popular TV reality series, The Biggest Loser Asia is back with Season 2 !! This time expect to see more dramas and tough competition among the contestants. And oh, did I mentioned that the hot Marion Caunter is the host of Biggest Loser Asia 2 ? Yups, she is, replacing Sarimah Ibrahim.

Marion Caunter, The Host for Biggest Loser Asia 2

The latest season is to be aired on Diva Universal (Asia) on ASTRO channel 702 on September 2010. If you are wondering, it is a rebranding of Hallmark Channel network. The change of the channel's name will commence on the 19th of September 2010.

Kristy Curtis and Dave Nuku of The Biggest Loser Asia fame

There will be a total of 16 contestants vying for the Biggest Loser Asia 2 title and we get have Dave Nuku and Kristy Curtis as the trainers. I cant wait to see Marion Caunter every week !!

Marion Caunter Confirms Marriage to Nasarudin

Marion Caunter Confirms Marriage to Nasarudin

The  cat is out of the bag !! Chairman of Naza Group, Nasarudin,27 is marrying Marion Caunter,30 who is currently the host of E! News Asia together with Dom Lau. No date has been set but the marriage is definitely going to be in December.

Hot Girlfriend and Handsome Boyfriend - Marion Caunter and Nasarudin

And you think she will quit her glitzy showbiz career ? Nope, Marion is assuring us that TV is alawys her other love nad aside from converting to Islam, nothing else will change. Wonder what will Nasarudin give Marion caunter apart from engagement ring ? Maybe a Ferrari or Lamboghini ?


Congrats to Marion Caunter and Nasarudin !

Launching of Suzuki Alto 2010 + Mini Review !!

Launching of Suzuki Alto 2010 + Mini Review !!

As we all already knew, Suzuki launched their latest model apart from Swift and SX4 recently which was the Suzuki Alto. The Alto will directly competing with the likes of Perodua Viva and Hyundai i10. Following is the mini review of the compact car which has lots of exciting features to boot. Not to mention the prices is pretty attractive too !!

Back of Suzuki Alto

Speaking of speed, this cute and stylish Alto is powered by a 996cc three-cylinder engine is of 67 bhp and 90 Nm of torque. The Alto’s K10B engine is paired to either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. The automatic gearbox will feature a gated shifter ala Swift style.

How much is a Suzuki Alto ?

According to Paul Tan, the super basic RM44,888 (OTR without insurance) GA manual variant has a folding rear bench, dual airbags and a pollen filter, but misses out on the automatic GLX model’s fog lamps, coloured wing mirror caps, tachometer, front power windows, 50:50 split folding rear seats and ABS/EBD. The GLX costs RM49,888.

Cool and stylish interior of Suzuki Alto

There’s also a RM54,888 GXS spec that adds window tint, leather seats, door visors and a bodykit. Rear windows are self winding and wing mirrors manual in all variants. The Alto has only 2 sets of seatbelts at the back, making it a four-seater officially.


More details at http://www.suzuki.net.my/models/Alto_intro.aspx

Newly Launched Mitsubishi Lancer EX + Mini Review

Newly Launched Mitsubishi Lancer EX + Mini Review

Mitsubishi has recently launched their latest facelift Lancer series which is, Mitsubishi Lancer EX to be exact. The feel and look of the latest Mitsubishi Lancer EX is truly exciting and aggressive. Its jet fighter-inspired front grille and slim headlight design contributes to the sporty character and confident stance.

Awesome leather seat in the Lancer EX !!

Interior of the Lancer Ex as we can see that Mitsubishi has made do with grey leather instead of Nappa leather that were used in the GT variant. Perhaps the use of the early mentioned heighten the comfort and aesthatic on the inside.

Interior and dashboard of the Lancer EX !

The Lancer EX’s cool features include keyless entry and start – no start/stop button. Cruise control is included, and its controls on the steering wheel make the wheel look better and full functioned.


With all these added kit, something’s got to give, and it’s the magnesium shift paddles that control the INVECS-III CVT. One can still access the 6-speed sports mode via the shift lever, though. Under the hood is the now familiar 4B11 2.0-litre engine with 153 bhp and 199 Nm of torque.

How much is the Mitsubishi Lancer EX ?

The Lancer EX is priced at RM117,676.10 (OTR without insurance), which makes it slightly cheaper than the RM120,598.10 Lancer GT. The Ex Available in two colours, solid black and white mica. The EX is covered by a 5-year/100,000 km warranty and comes with a 2-year/50,000 km maintenance free program.

Honda Civic 1.8S-L Launched in Malaysia + Mini Review !!

Honda Civic 1.8S-L Launched in Malaysia !!

Honda Malaysia has introduced a new variant of the Honda Civic sedan called the Civic 1.8S-L
The Civic 1.8S-L adds a number of value added luxury features, namely cruise control, audio remote control on the steering wheel, door mirror with side turn indicators, metallic meter side panel and chrome outer handles. Oh, and the seats on this one wears leather.

awesome side mirror of Honda Civic 1.8S-L

The variant is available in the current Civic colour line-up of Taffeta White, Crystal Black Pearl, Alabaster Silver Metallic, Sparkle Gray Pearl and Urban Titanium.

Interior Leather Seat

Priced at RM119,980 (on-the-road, with insurance), Honda Malaysia is looking at the 1.8S-L to account for 30% of the 750 units of the Civic it is targeting to sell per month.


Credits - http://star-motoring.com/blog/permalink.asp?id=1315

Chevrolet Cruze Launched in Malaysia and Mini Review 2010

Chevrolet CruzeLaunched in Malaysia and Mini Review 2010

After successfully introduced in Europe, Australia, India and the Asean region, the Chevrolet Cruze is destined to make its debut and was launched on Thursday in Malaysia.


All in all, the awesome Chevrolet Cruze will retail at RM97,888, of course that excludes insurance and regulatory fees. The car will be available in blue, white and red colours.

Front view of a Chevrolet Cruze

If Cruze is positioned as a bargain car in Europe, it does have the quality and style especially functionality and value to give rivals Honda and Toyota a run for their money.


The initial impressions are that the Cruze is well-screwed. Chevrolet's new design gets the praises. The twin-port grille and coupe-esque roofline give the Cruze a sporty look, whilst the interior is classy and well finished.

Chevrolet's Cruze engine bay

Chevrolet Cruze has earned a 5-star rating from the European and Australian new car assessment programme (Euro-NCAP and ANCAP), will be equipped with a 1.8-litre and four-cylinder power plant.


The engine though is reasonably smooth, it is having flat spots and seem unwilling to rev even to their modest red-lines. But that is negligible as we are not even a racer or driving an F1 car.

Nice nice nice !!

Although it's not the most exciting car on the road, it doesn't disappoints. the Chevy Cruze corners competently, although a touch of under steer and body roll can let it down around tighter bends. And again, who would bother about that ?

Interior of a Chevy Cruze. Awesome nice !

The interior is well-proportioned and the sculpted seats offer good support. Surprisingly quiet in the cabin too which is a good indicator of build quality.

Full view of the Chevrolet Cruze

Space in this car is certainly on a par with the rest of the segment, with decent head and legroom in the rear. The boot is also an adequate size, but the sedan design lacks the loading practicalities of a hatchback.


There's no shying away from the fact that the Cruze is exceptional value for money. Equipment levels are good and the overall quality and finish is befitting of a much more expensive car.


Time for our national cars to look back on at their current car price and quality or end up to facing even tougher competitions from the foreign car manufacturers.


Log into their website @ http://www.chevrolet.com.my/

Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing SE 2010 Review

Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing special edition

Proton has unveiled Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing special edition that features a power upgrade and a new aerodynamics and styling package. R3 denotes the car’s status as a product of Proton’s R3 (Race Rally Research) motorsport division.


The Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing is powered by the standard 1.6 liter engine that you can find on the conventional Neo CPS coupled with a manual transmission that has been tuned to output 145 hp at 7,000 rpm and 168 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm.

To get the extra power, the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing comes with a re-programmed ECU, new camshafts, Titanium headers, a carbon fiber air intake with a K&N filter and a new exhaust system.

AP Racing brake fitted on the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing

The extra power means the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing has a top speed of 205 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time of 9.2 seconds. The Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing also comes with a custom suspension system and AP Racing brakes.

New bumpers, fenders, spoiler and carbon fiber bonnet

The new aerodynamics kit of the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing includes a new carbon fiber bonnet, new front and rear bumpers, front fenders and a rear spoiler. As a result, this car is 62 kg lighter than the standard Neo CPS at 1150 kg.

Interior of the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing

The interior of the Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing features a leather and carbon fiber steering wheel, new Nappa leather seats, an aluminum gear knob and various other carbon accents.

Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing will cost you RM115,000 !!

Real cool isn't but hurry up if you wanna own this awesome baby yo as only 25units will be built and this make it very limited and rare !! The Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing is priced at RM115,000. 


More details ? Log into http://www.proton-edar.com.my/index.php?page=campaign&action=view&id=78

Jessica Michibata Exposed Her Cleavage, Feels The Heat in Malaysia

Jessica Michibata Feels the Heat in Malaysia

Malaysia is getting abit stirred up by Jenson Button's girlfriend, Jessica Michibata's dressing this afternoon during 2010 F1 Qualifying in Sepang, the Daily Mail reported. She risked offending the country's hardliners by wearing a dress with a plunging neckline, exposing her cleavage and her bra.

That is a real classy gown.

According to the Daily Mail, Jessica, 25, appeared to be taking note of the country's customs with her full-length gown.

The pose that caught her in controversy and I dont think there's anything wrong with that

"But the top half of her dress was perhaps a little too revealing. And when she sat down, the Japanese model hitched up her dress exposing her legs up to the knee," it reported.

Snappin away to the air in Sepang,nice bling phone !

"In most Western countries there would be nothing out of the ordinary about the way she dressed, however, in Malaysia, women are expected to dress with a little more modesty."

Modesty ? My foot !! Go walk around Pavilion, 1Utama and Curve area and some girls wear even worst than that ! Just because she's a foreign girl in a glitzy event, you cant just judge by her dressing..

Jenson Button of Mclaren Mercedes F1 and Jessica Michibata

IMHO, Jessica Michibata is among the best and my all time favourite among the F1 WAG (wife and girlfriend). Unique mixture look, healthy skin tone and quite tall for an Asian !! I'm so in love with her yo..Jenson Button is a real lucky guy indeed..


Both Ferrari and Mclaren will start at the tail end for 2010 Sepang Malaysia F1 Grand Prix. Chances for both teams to win are slim with Red Bull and Mercedes GP occupying the Top 10 on the grid

RM1,999,999 Mercedes Benz SLS AMG

RM1,999,999 Mercedes Benz SLS AMG

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has launched their new supercar, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. For a staggering RM1,999,999 (OTR without insurance) price tag, you get Mercedes-Benz’s latest and most advanced supercar, one created as a tribute to the 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing.

The signature gullwing doors are obviously the highlight, although Mercedes-Benz has done well to recreate the original car’s classic long bonnet, short rear proportion and muscular stance, while retaining the distinctive front grille with the large, imposing three-pointed star logo. Inspired by aviation engineering, the interior is a wonderful concoction of Nappa leather, carbon fibre and metal trim,all of the finest quality.

Thanks to a combination of low weight count and explosive power, the SLS AMG accelerates from 0-to-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, and on to an electronically limited top speed of 317 km/h. The aluminium body shell and chassis ensure that the weight count is low at 1620 kg. Power comes from a 6.2-litre V8 AMG engine that produces 571 PS (563 bhp) at 6800 rpm and 650 Nm at 4750 rpm. A seven-speed dual-clutch transmission transmits the generated power to the ground via the rear two wheels.

The SLS AMG will be paraded in Mercedes-Benz showrooms throughout Malaysia, allowing everyone a view of this state-of-the-art supercar.

Latest Review of Perodua Alza, December 2009

Ride in Style with Perodua Alza

As we already knew, Perodua's latest model to hit the market, Perodua Alza aka D46T was officially launched to the public on 23rd November 2009.Perodua is hoping to sell about 3,500-4,000 units a month of the Alza, targeted at young families and singles looking to own a ‘big car’ and given the product’s features and price scope, that target should be easily met.

The Cabin of Perodua Alza

The 2,520 x 1,415 x 1,310mm (l/w/h) cabin is decently spacious, and the second row seats have separate sliding mechanisms, which allow the seats to be adjusted 150mm. The third row seat is a fold bench, and in all, there’s no shortage of seating arrangements and options.

The final Product of Perodua Alza

A 1.5l twin-cam pot powers the Alza (the name is derived from a Spanish word meaning “rise”), and the 3SZ-VE puts out 103bhp at 6,000rpm and 136Nm at 4,400rpm of torque. Both five-speed manual and four-speed auto transmissions are available, and at point of launch four variant types will go on sale. The 1.5-liter 3SZ-VE engine with a lockup mechanism provide excellent acceleration performance.

Perodua Alza Advanced Version In Bodykit

In the first quarter next year, a sportier variant, the Advanced Version, in both manual and auto form, will go on sale. This one will come with a full bodykit made up of front, rear and side skirts as well as a rear spoiler, leather seats, windscreen-mounted 5-inch GPS unit and a 150-degree wide angle reverse camera and special tint film.

Perodua Advanced version comes with GPs,Tinted Film and Leather Seats

Six colours are available, and these are Ivory White, the only solid colour in the shade line-up, Glittering Silver, Ebony Black, Medallion Grey, as well as a Pearl White special metallic and a new shade called Classy Purple, which is available only for the Premium variants.


At its current entry point, four variants of the Alza will go on sale, these being the Standard manual (SX) and auto (EZ) and Premium manual (SXi) and auto (EZi). The SX goes for RM55,490 (solid), RM55,990 (metallic) and RM56,190 (special metallic), while the EZ goes for RM58,490 (solid), RM58,990 (metallic) and RM59,190 (special metallic).


As for the SXi, the pricing is RM60,490 (solid), RM60,990 (metallic) and RM61,190 (special metallic), and the EZi is priced at RM63,490 (solid), RM63,990 (metallic) and RM64,190 (special metallic). All these prices are on-the-road, with insurance.


The Advanced Version will be available in three colours, namely Classy Purple, Ebony Black and Ivory White, and pricing for the Advanced Version is RM66,490 (solid) and RM66,990 (metallic) for the manual, while the auto version goes for RM69,490 (solid) and RM69,990 (metallic).


Book the latest Perodua Alza online here http://www.perodua.com.my/index.php?section=ourcars&page=alza

Naza Kia Forte - Review

The Newly Launched Naza Kia Forte

Naza Kia has officially launched their prestigious Naza Kia Forte last week in  Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Dubbed as the replacement model their previous Naza Kia Spectra, this masterpiece has gone through multiple latest technological improvements on its interior and exterior.

The new Naza-Kia Forte comes in 1.6EX, 1.6SX and 2.0SX versions represents the new generation of Korean cars which will present a more serious challenge in what is arguably the most competitive market segment.

Buyers can choose from 6 colour choices. Two non-metallic (Clear White and Ebony Black) and four metallic (Bright Silver, Metal Bronze and Titanium Silver). There’s also a Spicy Red finish which is available only available with the Forte SX.

Two all-aluminium 4-cylinder petrol engine options are available for the Forte (which is assembled at the Naza plant in Kedah) and both have DOHC 16-valve cylinder heads with CVVT (continuously variable valve timing).

Naza Kia Forte's 16 Valve CVVT engine

The larger Forte uses Kia’s 2-litre Theta II engine has power output of 156 ps at 6200 rpm with 194.2 Nm at 4300 rpm. Kia claims that acceleration from 0 - 100 km/h is 9.3 seconds and there is a top speed capability of 200 km/h.

The other Forte has a 1.6-litre Gamma engine which produces 124 ps at 6300 rpm and peak torque of 156 Nm at 4200 rpm. This smaller engine is said to take a second longer to get to 100 km/h compared to the 2-litre version and has a top speed of 190 km/h.

And best of all, for the SX version, starting and stopping the engine is done with the push of a button, a feature that is rare in this segment. Awesome-ness !!

Interior of a Naza Kia Forte. Exudes elegant and classy feel

The centre stack is designed to appear to 'float’ above the dashboard and presents heating, ventilation, audio and auxiliary controls in logical horizontal bands, with detailing that gives a premium feel. The stack features 'Negative LCD’ illumination which brings a reddish glow to the cabin interior.

The EX version has a 4-speaker audio system while the SX versions have 6 speakers. Radio/CD players (in-dash 6CD Changer on the 2.0 SX) and mp3/iPod USB connectivity (SX Grades). Remote controls for the audio system are mounted on the steering wheel.

Active safety technologies for the Forte include (with the SX versions) Electronic Stability Control, several systems to boost braking performance and a system to help avoid contact with pedestrians and other vehicles when reversing (RPAS).

The Forte 2.0SX gets 6 airbags as standard, 2 more than the 1.6EX and 2.0SX. The 2.0SX has dual front side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags is linked to rollover sensors as well as impact sensors offering head protection to all occupants.

Another standard feature is 'active’ head restraints for both front seats. These move forward during a rear impact to minimise movement of the occupants heads and protect against whiplash injuries

PRICES (inclusive of insurance and roadtax in Peninsular Malaysia) Forte 1.6EX – RM75,800 | Forte 1.6SX – RM81,800 | Forte 2.0SX – RM93,800. Visit Naza Kia website for more details.