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MUGEN Honda CRZ
Engine tune-up, suspension and brake upgrades are on to do list for the MUGEN EURO. As far as styling is concerned, the Honda CRZ will be equipped with the recently released Bodykit by MUGEN Japan. The performance figures on the engine is not released yet, but we are expecting around 250plus hp for this car.
Continue to read Mugen Euro Press Release below:
MUGEN EURO to build high-performance Honda CR-Z
MUGEN Euro is developing a highly-tuned version of Honda's CR-Z, which will deliver "Type R-like" performance from the hybrid's petrol-electric powertrain - and may offer even better fuel economy.
This faster, more powerful car will make its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July.
The CR-Z MUGEN will feature enhancements to both the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine and the Honda IMA system to boost power and torque, while bespoke brakes and suspension will be fitted to improve the chassis dynamics.
The major engine changes, and those made to exhaust and induction, may even result in greater mpg and lower CO2 emissions during some conditions. However, at this early development stage, final power, torque and fuel economy figures are not yet known.
Lightweight components, including a carbon fibre bonnet, will be employed to lower the overall weight, and the car will use MUGEN alloy wheels to reduce unsprung mass.
To improve aerodynamics and give the car an even more sporting look, MUGEN body parts will be added, including front and rear bumpers, and a spoiler.
"We wanted to extend the performance of the CR-Z," says Hiro Toyoda of MUGEN Euro. "It is already a fun car to drive, with an excellent chassis, but we thought that with more power and enhanced torque delivery it could be even more exciting. However, as with all MUGEN projects, we have stayed true to the Honda design and philosophy, and the electric motor is still a vital ingredient to boost performance and economy."
The CR-Z MUGEN is a joint project between Honda (UK) and MUGEN Euro - the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda's long standing tuning partner MUGEN. In 2009, MUGEN Euro produced the Civic Type R MUGEN, an extreme, 240PS version of Honda popular hot hatch.
"This will be one quick hybrid," says Martin Moll, Head of Marketing for Honda (UK). "With more torque, more power and MUGEN's experience of working with Honda cars, we're expecting great things. It promises to show how hybrid cars can be even more exciting to drive."
At this stage, the CR-Z MUGEN is being developed purely as a one-off prototype, with no plans for a production version.
MUGEN Euro is developing a highly-tuned version of Honda's CR-Z, which will deliver "Type R-like" performance from the hybrid's petrol-electric powertrain - and may offer even better fuel economy.
This faster, more powerful car will make its world debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July.
The CR-Z MUGEN will feature enhancements to both the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine and the Honda IMA system to boost power and torque, while bespoke brakes and suspension will be fitted to improve the chassis dynamics.
The major engine changes, and those made to exhaust and induction, may even result in greater mpg and lower CO2 emissions during some conditions. However, at this early development stage, final power, torque and fuel economy figures are not yet known.
Lightweight components, including a carbon fibre bonnet, will be employed to lower the overall weight, and the car will use MUGEN alloy wheels to reduce unsprung mass.
To improve aerodynamics and give the car an even more sporting look, MUGEN body parts will be added, including front and rear bumpers, and a spoiler.
"We wanted to extend the performance of the CR-Z," says Hiro Toyoda of MUGEN Euro. "It is already a fun car to drive, with an excellent chassis, but we thought that with more power and enhanced torque delivery it could be even more exciting. However, as with all MUGEN projects, we have stayed true to the Honda design and philosophy, and the electric motor is still a vital ingredient to boost performance and economy."
The CR-Z MUGEN is a joint project between Honda (UK) and MUGEN Euro - the Northampton-based subsidiary of Honda's long standing tuning partner MUGEN. In 2009, MUGEN Euro produced the Civic Type R MUGEN, an extreme, 240PS version of Honda popular hot hatch.
"This will be one quick hybrid," says Martin Moll, Head of Marketing for Honda (UK). "With more torque, more power and MUGEN's experience of working with Honda cars, we're expecting great things. It promises to show how hybrid cars can be even more exciting to drive."
At this stage, the CR-Z MUGEN is being developed purely as a one-off prototype, with no plans for a production version.
Ford's efficient SIX-SPEED POWERSHIFT cuts fuel consumption by 10 percent
2011 Ford Fiesta
• New Ford PowerShift transmission blends the sporty feel of a manual transmission with the convenience of an automatic
• Ford PowerShift is one of the most advanced transmissions available for subcompact and compact cars like the new Ford Focus and Fiesta
• PowerShift weighs nearly 30 pounds less than the four-speed automatic transmission in the current 2011 Focus. Less weight helps improve fuel economy
DEARBORN, Mich., March 16, 2011 – With gasoline already more than $4 per gallon in some American cities, the new fuel-saving dual dry-clutch Ford PowerShift six-speed automatic is the right transmission at the right time.
Ford PowerShift – the company’s most sophisticated transmission ever – is part of a suite of advanced fuel-saving technologies available immediately on the Fiesta and the all-new Focus, enabling both cars to deliver as much as 40 mpg on the highway.
“The Ford PowerShift transmission is a technological leap over the competition,” said Piero Aversa, PowerShift engineering manager. “Now that it’s available in the new Focus as well as Fiesta, PowerShift gives us two great small cars that not only lead in fuel economy, but are more fun to drive as well.”
The all-new Focus, available in sedan and five-door bodystyles and featuring a 160-horsepower, direct-injected 2.0-liter engine, is arriving now at Ford dealers across the nation.
More than 95 percent of new-car buyers purchase their vehicles with automatic transmissions, even though many prefer the crisper acceleration, sportier performance and higher fuel economy traditionally offered by manual transmissions. Ford’s PowerShift dual dry-clutch transmission delivers the convenience of an automatic with the fuel efficiency and fun-to-drive sporty feel of a manual gearbox.
PowerShift is part of Ford’s commitment to lead or be among the leaders in fuel economy in every segment in which the company competes. Ford offers six-speed transmissions in nearly its entire North American lineup of Ford and Lincoln brand luxury vehicles. Ford is the only automaker to offer North American vehicle buyers 12 sales segment fuel economy leaders, with four vehicles EPA-certified at 40 mpg or higher.
The PowerShift unit available in Fiesta and Focus models is one of the most advanced transmissions available for subcompact and compact cars. Dual-clutch transmissions, like PowerShift, were born at the racetrack and saw their application for production road cars in ultra-expensive exotics, such as the $1.7 million Bugatti Veyron and $200,000 Ferrari California.
Among competitor vehicles in the Focus segment – Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Jetta, Hyundai Elantra, Chevrolet Cruze and Nissan Sentra – none offers drivers more horsepower, faster acceleration and higher fuel economy with an automatic transmission. Plus, no other car in the Fiesta segment offers a six-speed automatic of any type
Inside Ford PowerShift
Unlike regular hydraulically operated automatic transmissions, which use power-sapping torque converters, wet clutches and pumps, Ford’s new dual-clutch PowerShift automatic consists of two manual transmissions (in the same case) working in parallel. Each has its own independent clutch unit controlled by computers and fast-acting electromechanical actuators that shift the gears.
One clutch carries the odd gears, 1, 3 and 5, while the other carries the even gears, 2, 4 and 6, and reverse. PowerShift is an automatic because the gear changes are coordinated by a computer that directs the clutches to engage and disengage in a way that provides seamless delivery of torque to the wheels, even during gear changes.
As a result, the driver benefits from a 10 percent fuel economy gain along with the direct and sporty power-to-the-wheels feel and crisp acceleration normally associated with a manual gearbox, but in a transmission that shifts automatically.
Audi expecting best first quarter for deliveries
Audi Q5 selling like hot cakes in Brunei
Audi expecting best first quarter for deliveries
* Sales figures up 21.6 percent worldwide over the first two months
* Growth of 24.7 percent in the United States in February; up 17.5 percent in Europe thanks to the new A8 and A1
* Audi Q5 still the best selling premium SUV in its CC class segment in Brunei
AUDI AG again achieved significant growth in all of its major markets during February. The Company sold around 91,450 cars worldwide – 20.6 percent more than during the same month last year. Sales figures for the year to February were 21.6 percent higher than during the same period in 2010. Audi increased its sales during the past month in the German market by 20.8 percent to 18,909 cars, and sales in China rose by 25.3 percent to 18,926 units. The brand again achieved significant growth in the United States, with sales climbing 24.7 percent to 7,753 cars.
“With around 186,850 vehicles delivered and a rise of 21.6 percent over the first two months, AUDI AG is on its way to achieving the most successful first quarter in its history in terms of sales,” said Peter Schwarzenbauer, Member of the Board of Management for Marketing and Sales at AUDI AG. “The continued growth in the United States is based on a solid foundation – and shows that we are strengthening our position in the premium market through increased sales particularly in the luxury class.”
In January and February, Audi sold 15,565 cars on the U.S. market, up 22.3 percent. In December, Audi successfully introduced the new A8 in the United States, and sold 811 units of this car in the first two months of this year – more than were sold of the previous version during all of 2010. Sales figures for the A6 rose even before introduction of the successor model from January to February by more than 17 percent to 1,188 units. Sales of the Q7 went up by around 79 percent to 1,498 units, primarily thanks to the new TDI clean diesel engine.
“Given the rising demand in the U.S. market for efficient diesel engines, we will introduce the Audi TDI clean diesel in both the A6 and the A8,” Schwarzenbauer said. “The proportion of our luxury class models already makes up 23 percent of our total volume in the United States – prior to the market launches last year it was around 13 percent.”
Audi increased sales in Europe during February by 17.5 percent to around 53,750 units, thanks to the A1 and the new A8 as well as growth in sales of the Audi TT sports car and the Audi Q7 SUV. Domestic demand also rose. Cumulatively, Audi has sold 32,290 units in Germany, or 18.3 percent more cars than during the same period last year, thanks to another strong rise of 20.8 percent in February.
On the Chinese market, the brand with the four rings continued its long-standing growth pattern: 41,122 deliveries to Chinese customers in the first two months of the year equals growth of 28.9 percent in comparison with the previous year; sales figures in February rose again by 25.3 percent to 18,926 units.
In Brunei the Audi brand continues to grow after a successful 2010 in record sales. The Audi Q5 SUV maintains the lead as the top selling Audi model in the Sultanate and lead premium SUV in its CC class segment as of the end of February. As the sole representative of the brand T.C.Y. Motors celebrates its Golden Anniversary this year and will soon introduce the new Audi TT S line Coupe with a new 2.0 TFSI engine which features a considerable increase in output and torque compared to the predecessor model (+70 Nm, +8kW).
Press Briefing for Ford 4x4 Off Road Trip to Keningau, Sabah.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
The press briefing was held on Saturday, 5th March, 2011, at Premier Automobiles showroom, Beribi. Members of the Ranger Club gathered at 10.30am and the briefing was delivered by Hj Khairul, the event coordinator for off road 4x4 activities/Ranger Club.
Hj Khairul, explaining the trip in detail.
Members of the Ranger Club gathered for the briefing.
Group photo session
Premier Automobiles Sdn Bhd (PASB), the sole distributor of FORD vehicles in Brunei is back with the first off road trip for year 2011. Held 18 - 20 March, an expected group of 25 Ford Rangers and Everest will depart from Premier Automobiles' showroom to Keningau, Sabah.
The initial part of the trip will be mostly on-road but come the next day, the real off road adventure begins. Sook, suburb of Keningau has been chosen by the Ranger Club to be the off road track for this trip. The Ranger Club Committee has recce and tried out several other locations in Sabah prior to this but Sook has been selected for its challenging terrains and its beautiful scenery. There will be many obstacles along the journey and the wet weather will definitely add to the challenge.
Teng Chee How, Sales Manager of PASB promises the participants a great time with their Rangers and Everests. This would be the best time for all the owners to truly experience the toughness and durability of the two double cab models, which have achieved great success in the past.
The closing date for the off road trip is on 9th March so for those who are still keen to be a part of it, you are most welcome. Registration forms can be obtained from PASB's showroom or call 2421740/2441886. A fee of B$100 will cover for accommodation, ferry ride and meal.
Hj Khairul, explaining the trip in detail.
Members of the Ranger Club gathered for the briefing.
Hj Khairul explained that the trip will be held from 18 - 20 March and open to all FORD Ranger & FORD Everest owners in Brunei. He also mentioned that this trip is the first out of three off road trips planned for year 2011. And expecting a total of 25 FORD vehicles to participate. The trip requires a fee of B$100 per vehicle, which will cover accommodation, ferry ride and meal expenses. The closing date for participation of the the off road trip is on Wednesday, 9th March. He then further explain the itinerary in detail.
There was a group photo session of the event organizer and club members towards the end of the briefing. And finally, followed by a light refreshment.
Group photo session
The press release:
Premier Automobiles Sdn Bhd (PASB), the sole distributor of FORD vehicles in Brunei is back with the first off road trip for year 2011. Held 18 - 20 March, an expected group of 25 Ford Rangers and Everest will depart from Premier Automobiles' showroom to Keningau, Sabah.
The initial part of the trip will be mostly on-road but come the next day, the real off road adventure begins. Sook, suburb of Keningau has been chosen by the Ranger Club to be the off road track for this trip. The Ranger Club Committee has recce and tried out several other locations in Sabah prior to this but Sook has been selected for its challenging terrains and its beautiful scenery. There will be many obstacles along the journey and the wet weather will definitely add to the challenge.
Teng Chee How, Sales Manager of PASB promises the participants a great time with their Rangers and Everests. This would be the best time for all the owners to truly experience the toughness and durability of the two double cab models, which have achieved great success in the past.
The closing date for the off road trip is on 9th March so for those who are still keen to be a part of it, you are most welcome. Registration forms can be obtained from PASB's showroom or call 2421740/2441886. A fee of B$100 will cover for accommodation, ferry ride and meal.
Peugeot 107 Official Launching
On 4th March 2011, TCY Motors Sdn Bhd has officially launched the compact four-door hatchback; the Peugeot 107. It is now available on display at the Kiarong Showroom. Pay a visit and experience the chic-ness yourself.
Peugeot 107
1.0L petrol engine
Peugeot 107
Features of the Peugeot 107:
- 1.0L petrol engine
- Timing chain
- 4 airbags
- 4L per 100km (1 liter travel 25km)
- ABS system
- Corner stability control
- Rear foldable seats
- CD, radio & aircon
The press release:
TCY Motors Sdn Bhd- the sole dealer & distributor of the Peugeot brand in Brunei Darussalam marks another new milestone with 50 Years Anniversary in 2011.
In-conjunction with T.C.Y.Motors 50 year anniversary, Peugeot 107, a chic 4-door hatchback was awarded 4 Euro NCAP safety stars due to its design, safety equipment and easily mastered road handling capabilities, the 107 ensures a peace of mind for its occupants. It features a 5 speed 2-tronic auto transmission and a fuel saving 998cc petrol engine which produces 68 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque.
The new Peugeot 107 has lost none of its sparkling appeal and continues to express ‘cool’ and ‘energetic’ finesse. Nevertheless, it has evolved stylistically with a new front-end style that reflects a sharper and fuller personality.
Simple and functional, the interior of the 107 is brimming with originality – the seats feature integral head restraints, a distinctive orange back-lit translucent panel for the air conditioning system which incorporates graphics with a modern feel and a single instrument panel from which a rev counter is placed above.
The Peugeot 107 may be small in size but with a little creativity, this funky little ride can carry more than it alludes.
In addition, it also offers a boot volume of 200 dm3 VDA to the height of the seat backs and 139 dm3 under the tilting rear parcel shelf (due to the parcel shelf’s low position).
The design of the rear parcel shelf has been improved to allow better access to the boot and for better use of the 477mm available between the sill and the rear seat backs.
The new Peugeot 107 excels in terms of running costs and eco-friendliness. With further reduced
fuel consumption and even closer attention paid to environmental-friendliness, the car highlights the economy of its engines and the frugality of its greenhouse gas emissions.
- 1.0L petrol engine
- Timing chain
- 4 airbags
- 4L per 100km (1 liter travel 25km)
- ABS system
- Corner stability control
- Rear foldable seats
- CD, radio & aircon
The press release:
TCY Motors Sdn Bhd- the sole dealer & distributor of the Peugeot brand in Brunei Darussalam marks another new milestone with 50 Years Anniversary in 2011.
In-conjunction with T.C.Y.Motors 50 year anniversary, Peugeot 107, a chic 4-door hatchback was awarded 4 Euro NCAP safety stars due to its design, safety equipment and easily mastered road handling capabilities, the 107 ensures a peace of mind for its occupants. It features a 5 speed 2-tronic auto transmission and a fuel saving 998cc petrol engine which produces 68 horsepower and 93 Nm of torque.
The new Peugeot 107 has lost none of its sparkling appeal and continues to express ‘cool’ and ‘energetic’ finesse. Nevertheless, it has evolved stylistically with a new front-end style that reflects a sharper and fuller personality.
Simple and functional, the interior of the 107 is brimming with originality – the seats feature integral head restraints, a distinctive orange back-lit translucent panel for the air conditioning system which incorporates graphics with a modern feel and a single instrument panel from which a rev counter is placed above.
The Peugeot 107 may be small in size but with a little creativity, this funky little ride can carry more than it alludes.
In addition, it also offers a boot volume of 200 dm3 VDA to the height of the seat backs and 139 dm3 under the tilting rear parcel shelf (due to the parcel shelf’s low position).
The design of the rear parcel shelf has been improved to allow better access to the boot and for better use of the 477mm available between the sill and the rear seat backs.
The new Peugeot 107 excels in terms of running costs and eco-friendliness. With further reduced
fuel consumption and even closer attention paid to environmental-friendliness, the car highlights the economy of its engines and the frugality of its greenhouse gas emissions.
1.0L petrol engine
This environmental performance contributes to Peugeot’s excellent result in terms of greenhouse gas emissions as Peugeot was the leading European manufacturer of cars emitting less than 120g of CO2/km in 2007.
The Peugeot 107 (1.0L Automatic) price tag: B$18,500.00 (OTR)
The Peugeot 107 (1.0L Automatic) price tag: B$18,500.00 (OTR)
Toyota Alphard Owners Club
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Toyota Alphard Owner's club
Yet another expansion to car clubs in Brunei, Its Toyota Alphard Owner's club. Currently there are 6 owners in the group. This is the third gathering held by the Alphard's owner club at Pantai Seri Kenangan Tutong beach on 27th Feb 2011. "Alphard Owner Club Asia is a collection of all Alphard owners through out the region consisting of Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Brunei and others" according to Khalid.
Any interested parties, check out Alphard Owner's club at www.alphardasiaclub.com
2011 Brunei Sport Car gathering
On 27/2/2011, BC managed to check out local car gathering scene which was planned over the world of Facebook. The FB event title stated Sport Car gathering but turns out to be a all rounder car gathering. The Brunei Sport Car gathering was held at UBD parking lot. It turns out to be more than 50 cars on site ranging from Nissan GTR, Subaru STi's & Wrxs, heap lots of Mitsubishi Evos and Lancer Ex's, VAG car club consisting of Audi A3 & VW Golfs and Toyota Vios owners club.
Check out the galleries below:
Lancer EX owners club
VAG Car club
Check out the galleries below:
Lancer EX owners club
VAG Car club
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