Volkswagen Polo GTI

First launched in 1975, the Polo is now officially in its fifth generation. With the official launched made at the Geneva Motor Show, the new generation Polo will go on sale in Europe this June, with the other continents to follow shortly.

For its fifth generation, Volkswagen prepared a new design, new TDI and TSI engines, new 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DSG), but also new technologies and standard equipments.

The seven engine develop from 60 to 105 hp. Among them the BlueMotion version delivers 90 hp and has a fuel consumption of 3,8liter/100km and a CO2 emission of 96 g/km.

The new Polo will be offered in three different versions: “Trendline” continues to represent the entry-level variant, and “Comfortline” still refers to the mid equipment level. New to the lineup – and bringing the Polo in line with the Golf here – is the top version called “Highline”.

Mugen RR - Honda Civic

Honda Civic Mugen RR

The Honda Civic Mugen RR is another great performance model with a limited build of only three hundred cars. All three hundred cars sold out in minutes of being released. It is said to be the ultimate Civic, relying on its speed and stylish nature for a front wheel drive car. Because of the lighter and faster design, the Mugen RR may well become the best front wheel drive performance car on the market.

Mugen, the Japanese company used their knowledge of racing mechanics while designing this car. Car Enthusiast called it the “best factory tuned Honda that money can buy.” The Honda Civic Mugen RR is said to be much like the street legal version of the Super Taikyu Championship Civics.

The added speed is tribute to the extra power the Mugen RR was endowed with. In comparison to the Civic R, the horsepower is increased, the chassis is sharper and the weight reduced. The engine can easily get up to 160km per hour. The RR not only has a powerful engine, but also has a dual exhaust system that lets you know when it’s coming.

The RR is ten kilograms lighter than the R because of the expensive, unique carbon fiber body parts, including the front bumper and spoiler. The suspension alterations also lowered the ride height. From the exterior, the RR does not differ much from the basic R model. The Mugen RR has a wider body, hood air ducts, a new front grill and spoiler and eighteen inch black rims, with specially designed Potenza RE070 tires, which contribute to the great look of the exterior of the RR model.

When one looks at the numbers on paper, the RR doesn't seem too impressive. Since this car is front wheel drive, the front wheels both steer and drive the car. The Mugen RR was made more aerodynamic than RR model, giving the car a much faster response at the wheel.

The interior is more personalized, and looks more like the interior of an real race car. The Alcantara carbon covered sports seats replace the bucket seats in the R model, and they require you to be smaller and in good physical stature to sit comfortably. The radio has been replaced with oil and water temperature and pressure gages. The pedals are modified for the driver, and a personalized plaque with the car number is added to the shifter column.

The best thing about the RR model is the fine tuned steering. Every move is precise, and with each corner taken, the RR provides the driver with precision and confidence. If you’re looking for a sporty, fast car for the right price, sporty look, great performance, exclusivity and exceptional handling, then the Honda Civic Mugen RR is right up your alley. Although it lacks security equipment and can be uncomfortable inside, the attention to racing detail by Mugen makes the Honda Civic Mugen RR tops many people’s wish lists.

Honda Civic Mugen RR

Toyota Altis baru

Gambar terbaru toyota altis~sumber BHauto

Toyota Altis -dual vvti sememangnya menanti kunjungan peminat kereta modern. Dengan ciri yang serba baru dan futuristik.

 Walaupun bentuknya mirip yang lama, Altis baru ini betul-betul baru, atau Full Model Change. Yang sama mungkin hanya enjinnya, yang dilengkapi dengan kotak gear automatik empat kelajuan.

Rekaan luaran yang terlalu mudah, bodykit yang nampak ditambah kemudian, ekzos krom tunduk ke bumi dan bahagian dalaman yang tidak agresif, Altis baru ini memberikan gambaran bahawa hanya mereka yang sudah berusia layak memandunya.

Namun begitu, bila diteliti akan objektif utama Altis ini, pasti ramai yang akan faham dan setuju dengan pembaharuan ini.

Fungsi Toyota lebih meluas kerana ia dipasarkan ke hampir seluruh dunia. Dari guru pencen hinggalah kepada para-para eksekutif, Altis baru ini perlu mengisi keperluan pelbagai lapisan pembeli.

Oleh itu, ia tidak boleh terlalu dramatik dalam rekabentuknya, dan prestasi lebih hampir kepada keselesaan daripada kebolehan mengambil selekoh pada kadar halaju tinggi.

Bahagian dalam digarap plastik dwi warna yang memberikan imej mewah dan juga luas.  Panel plastik kayu turut diberikan dalam versi 1.8 G Sporty manakala kualitinya setaraf dengan model Camry.

Kerusi depan dan belakang luas serta selesa, sayang sekali tiada balutan kulit diberikan walaupun harganya sudah hampir ke penanda RM120,000.

Ruang but memadai untuk kenderaan sekelasnya dan lantai but ditutup dengan alas getah yang boleh menakung air.

Perjalanan dari Kuala Lumpur ke Kuantan menggunakan kurang dari RM30 petrol. Mengikut komputer pada panel meter Altis ini, purata penggunaan minyak ialah di bawah paras 8L/100km - cukup menjimatkan untuk kereta sedan saiz sederhana dengan enjin 1.8L.

Jadi jika keselesaan dan penjimatan bahanapi menjadi kayu pengukur faktor pembelian kereta, sememangnya Altis patut diberi perhatian.

Toyota Altis 1.8G Sporty

Enjin: 1ZZ-FE 4-silinder sebaris 16 injap 1,794cc DOHC VVT-i

Kuasa maksimum: 130hp @ 6,000rpm

Tork maksimum: 170Nm @ 4,200rpm

Transmisi: 4-kelajuan Auto dengan Super ECT

Ciri keselamatan: ABS, EBD, BA, VSC, beg udara, WIL

Harga: RM120,250.00 OTR (G Sporty trim)

Produa Alza

Produa Alza ~versatile as you

Terbaru dari Produa

Gambar di atas merupakan variasi Alza terkini iaitu edisi yang paling lengkap. harga bermula RM66490 hingga RM69490 bagi semenanjung. Nampaknya Produa kali ini menawarkan satu kelainan dalam hiasan dalaman dengan kelengkapan GPS.

Updates~New Proton Inspira

The company Proton, the main producer of automobiles in Malaysia and the current owner of the Lotus brand, has introduced a new sedan for local market called Inspire. The Inspira Proton, which has been presented through a mobile storefront on a truck in which they taught the nose of the car, it is more than a Lancer Mitsubihsi that have changed the logo, name and little else.
The new Proton Inspire have all the features of the Lancer , including petrol engines of 1.8 and 2.0 liter Mitsubishi, CVT transmission with paddles on the steering wheel, cruise control, automatic lighting, automatic wipers, air conditioning and heating and supposedly 5-star ANCAP safety tests.

” With this release we continue betting on making products more affordable for Malaysians. The sports personality of the car was further enhanced with the addition of the famous Lotus DNA by an excellent drive and handling. The use of domestic components has allowed us to introduce the Inspire in the Malaysian market at an affordable price. “Haji Syed Zainal Abidin Syed Mohamed Tahir / Director of Proton – free translation

The Inspira is the result of a trade agreement between Proton and Mitsubishi, two companies who have spent years partnerships have been beneficial for both. The Inspira Proton will begin selling in Malaysia from November with a starting price of Ringits 79,888 Malays, 19,000 Euros to change. Over Proton came in here and all over the Mitsubishi Lancer here 
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Proton Inspira interior

UPDATE: Above may not be the interior of Proton Inspira, instead, below is the latest photo:

Here are more of the spyshots.

Traditional Laos Wedding Photos | Vanida and Rick's Laotian Ceremony

I love every once in awhile when a wedding comes along that gently nudges me (pushes me wildly) out of my comfort zone. Vanida and Rick's traditional Lao wedding did just that. I've never been to an Asian style wedding, much less a Laos wedding. I knew photographing it would be a bit of a challenge and I must admit, I read quite a few articles and interviewed Vanida for a good hour on what all would take place. Even with all that, I was shocked by the pure joy and colorful celebration that takes place during a laotian wedding ceremony. From the playful entry to the tying of the knot, it was a sight to behold.

With a quick but intimate traditional American ceremony in the morning, my blood was racing for the laotian ceremony later. With lots of dancing, exotic traditional Laos food, a few shots of Hennessy, and some rockin' traditional Laos music, I do have to say, it was an awesome (AWESOME) night. Even though I had been there over 13 hours I left exhilarated.

I know the photos will tell this all much better, so if you've read this far you definitely deserve to stretch out your scroll wheel finger and enjoy the beautiful celebration of Vanida and Rick's Laotian wedding!



The BEAUTIFUL paa khwan - The arrangements made up of flowers and white strings to be blessed during the ceremony





In case you were wondering, yes Vanida looks beautiful in her traditional Lao wedding attire


The ceremony is traditionally held at the bride's home and starts with the groom's family singing songs on the way to the brides house (hae keuy)





The sou khor - The Bride Price negotiation is a playful tradition in which the bride and grooms families negotiate on a price for the right to enter the bride's home and marry her






Eventually a price is set and the chains are retracted


The groom is then escorted to the bride where they sit in front of the paa khwan





The mor phon runs the ceremony





The family members all tie strings around the bride and groom's wrists (this is where tying the knot comes from)












Part of the somma in which the bride and groom give gifts and ask forgiveness from the parents and elders






If I had to describe traditional Lao food I'd say its similar to Thai but has its own unique twist to it



Another tradition is for the Bride and Groom to go around to every table and give shots of liquor to all the guests in exchange for money (I NEED to do this at my wedding!)






The traditional Lao dance is very unique and involves a lot of hand movement


















I had to get in for a quick photo with Vanida!







Thanks again for having me!! Click here for photos of their earlier American ceremony at cleveland park!