[New post] Toyota Mirai FCV – EPA-estimated performance range announced, 502 km on a single tank of hydrogen

Anthony Lim posted: " Toyota has announced the provisional performance range for its Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle, which will make its market debut in the United States in the third quarter of this year. The Mirai has an EPA-estimated driving range rati" New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News Toyota Mirai FCV – EPA-estimated performance range announced, 502 km on a single tank of hydrogen by Anthony Lim Toyota has announced the provisional performance range for its Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle, which will make its market debut in the United States in the third quarter of this year. The Mirai has an EPA-estimated driving range rating of 502 km (312 miles) on a single fill of hydrogen, which the automaker states gives the FCV the longest driving range of any Zero Emission Vehicle on the market. Initially, a claimed range of 483 km per fill was being touted by the automaker, but nothing like going past the 500 km-mark (or 300 mile, if you will) for bragging rights. The four-door, mid-size sedan features a fuel cell system - the car is driven by an electric motor, with electricity for it created on demand by fusing hydrogen and oxygen to produce the required voltage. Emissions is limited to just water vapour in the process. The Mirai's fuel cell stack is located under the driver and front passenger seats and offers 3.1 kW/L of power output density, and other figures include a total output of 153 hp, a 0-100 km/h time of 9.0 seconds and a 40-60 km/h acceleration time of 3.0 seconds. The automaker is set on pushing the Mirai in a big way in the States, and there are plenty of carrots and reassurances for adopters of the new tech. The Mirai comes with an eight-year/160,000 km warranty on key fuel cell vehicle components, including the FC stack and power control unit, FC hydrogen tanks, hybrid battery pack and ECU, FC air compressor, boost converter and ECU, hybrid control module (power management control module) and hydrogen fueling ECU. Elsewhere, customers are set to enjoy three years' worth of complimentary fuel, no-cost scheduled maintenance for three years or 56,000 km (whichever comes first) as well as three years of complimentary Safety Connect and Entune services, including a hydrogen station finder app and 24/7 customer call support. Anthony Lim | July 1, 2015 at 2:09 pm | Categories: Cars, Hybrids, EVs and Alternative Fuel, International News, Toyota | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uxw Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/toyota-mirai-fcv-epa-estimated-performance-range-announced-502-km-on-a-single-tank-of-hydrogen/

[New post] VIDEO: Alfa Romeo Giulia QV blows its war trumpet

Gregory Sze posted: "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0gMnPeWSyg Close to a week since its official debut, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is still generating a fair bit of hype - fair enough when one considers the fact that Alfa chose to unveil it in range-topping Quadrifoglio Verde " New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News VIDEO: Alfa Romeo Giulia QV blows its war trumpet by Gregory Sze Close to a week since its official debut, the Alfa Romeo Giulia is still generating a fair bit of hype - fair enough when one considers the fact that Alfa chose to unveil it in range-topping Quadrifoglio Verde trim. By now, you would've seen the car in its totality, had a glimpse of its interior even, but there is still one element of every new Alfa model that most Alfistis would be most concern about - the noise. The brand is well aware of this and, as a result, has released a quick video spot that zeroes in on the acoustics of the new (inhale) Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde. The video begins with said car barrelling through the countryside coupled to highlights of its front Active Aero Splitter in action. Halfway in, the video cuts to more shots of Alfa's racing past before coming to an end with a specific message. And look at the past you will as the new Giulia marks a triumphant return to the marque's core philosophies. First up, this is the first Alfa Romeo to send its power to the rear wheels since the Alfa Romeo 75 was discontinued in 1992. Under the bonnet, the Giulia QV comes powered by an aluminium, twin-turbo 3.0 litre V6 engine putting out 510 hp. Mated to a six-speed manual transmission, the car is capable of sprinting from rest to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. Aside from the fire-breathing QV model, lesser variants of the Alfa Romeo Giulia will be powered by a range of diesel and petrol engines - a turbocharged 2.0 litre four-cylinder with up to 298 hp is said to augment the petrol range. Also, four-wheel drive is expected to feature as an option. We'll be sure to receive more info on the other variants in time but for now, sit back, crank up the volume and let us know if you prefer the bark of this Italian V6 or is the Mercedes-AMG C 63 the better musician still? Gregory Sze | July 1, 2015 at 1:30 pm | Categories: Alfa Romeo, Cars, International News, Videos | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uz0 Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/video-alfa-romeo-giulia-qv-war-trumpet/

[New post] Honda Malaysia now offering 3M and Ecotint window tint film at dealerships nationwide – 5-year warranty

Danny Tan posted: " Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced the availability of selected window tint films at all of its 82 dealerships nationwide. Customers who purchase any current Honda will have the option to install the authorised window films at an affordable price. Four a" New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News Honda Malaysia now offering 3M and Ecotint window tint film at dealerships nationwide – 5-year warranty by Danny Tan Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced the availability of selected window tint films at all of its 82 dealerships nationwide. Customers who purchase any current Honda will have the option to install the authorised window films at an affordable price. Four are currently offered, and they are: 3M - Horizon Safety (only in Pen. Malaysia) - RM1,500 Ecotint - Ray Barrier 4 - RM1,500 Ecotint - Ray Barrier 6 - RM2,100 Ecotint - Ray Barrier Premier 6 - RM2,800 HM says that it went through a stringent process to select 3M and Ecotint as applicators of choice. 3M imports its film from Japan and Korea, while Ecotint's products are manufactured by Sumitomo Osaka Cement Co Ltd in Japan. The selected films have varying thickness and visible light transmittance (VLT), but all comply with JPJ regulations. Using non-metallised and low infrared rejection films, HM says that customers need not worry about interference of electromagnetic signals and can use GPS and Smart Tags normally. The specs of the films are listed below. Click to enlarge chart Those who purchase HM's selected window films get five years warranty from the date of installation, transferable ownership for warranty, after sales support as well as a shorter and safer installation process, the company says. Films are usually measured and trimmed directly on the car windows during the installation process. The heating process can potentially damage surrounding rubber and plastic parts, while scratches on the windows can happen, HM says, adding that this collaboration with 3M and Ecotint has enabled both suppliers to pre-heat and pre-cut their films to match Honda models, which translates to a shorter installation process and lower risk of damage. Danny Tan | July 1, 2015 at 12:49 pm | Categories: Cars, Honda, Local News | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uyQ Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/honda-malaysia-3m-ecotint-window-tint/

[New post] AD: Celebrate Hari Raya with the Porsche Macan and enjoy one-year free* insurance

Harvinder Sidhu posted: " Porsche is celebrating Hari Raya with a host of exciting offers. For starters, head over to the Porsche Aidilfitri Open House this weekend, at the new Porsche Centre Sungai Besi and Porsche Centre Glenmarie on July 4 and 5, 2015. Book a brand new Porsc" New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News AD: Celebrate Hari Raya with the Porsche Macan and enjoy one-year free* insurance by Harvinder Sidhu Porsche is celebrating Hari Raya with a host of exciting offers. For starters, head over to the Porsche Aidilfitri Open House this weekend, at the new Porsche Centre Sungai Besi and Porsche Centre Glenmarie on July 4 and 5, 2015. Book a brand new Porsche Macan from now till July 31 to enjoy a complimentary one-year insurance package*. The sporty compact SUV with its 237 hp and 350 Nm engine is sure to whet your fancy, especially with its practical and inviting cabin. The Porsche Aidilfitri Open House will also host the premiere of the new Boxster GTS and Cayman GTS models. You can get up close and personal with the range-topping Boxster GTS and Cayman GTS at Porsche Centre Sungai Besi for the first time this weekend. Other fun activities are in store too, including the chance to get a personalised caricature of yourself together with a Porsche, plus more exciting entertainment. For more information, call Porsche Centre Sungai Besi at +60(19) 675 9911 or Porsche Centre Glenmarie at +60(3) 5030 9911. All Porsche cars are equipped with a 4 Year Warranty and 4 Year Parts and labour package for better peace of mind. * For a limited time only. Terms and conditions apply. Harvinder Sidhu | July 1, 2015 at 12:44 pm | Categories: Advertorial, Sales & Promotions | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1upz Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/ad-celebrate-hari-raya-with-the-porsche-macan-and-enjoy-one-year-free-insurance/

[New post] MoU for construction of Sarawak portion of Pan Borneo Highway signed, work begins in September

Gregory Sze posted: " A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed for the construction of the Sarawak segment of the Pan Borneo Highway. Said memorandum was signed by the secretary-general of the Ministry of Works (KKR), Datuk Seri Zohari Akob, Sarawak state secretar" New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News MoU for construction of Sarawak portion of Pan Borneo Highway signed, work begins in September by Gregory Sze A memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed for the construction of the Sarawak segment of the Pan Borneo Highway. Said memorandum was signed by the secretary-general of the Ministry of Works (KKR), Datuk Seri Zohari Akob, Sarawak state secretary, Tan Sri Mohamad Morshidi Abdul Ghani, and Lebuhraya Borneo Utara Sdn Bhd (LBU) chairman, Tan Sri Abang Ahmad Urai Hakim Abang Mohideen. The latter is a newly-established company has been appointed as the Project Delivery Partner (PDP) and will be responsible for the supervising and managing construction works regarding the toll-free, 1,090 km-long stretch of the Pan Borneo Sarawak Highway. LBU will now be the sole point of accountability for the implementation of said stretch and will be responsible for completing it at a reasonable cost and period. With the signing of said MoU, work on the first phase of the Pan Borneo Sarawak Highway - a stretch spanning 773 km - is expected to commence in September, according to a report by Bernama citing Works Minister, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Construction will begin with a 33 km-long stretch from Teluk Melano to Sematan, Sarawak - a single carriageway will link up towns and villages in said district. The overall project has been tagged with a ceiling budget of RM27 billion. With that said, the federal government is still working to finalise the cost and design of the highway, according to Fadillah. "We are still waiting for the results of the final survey on the design of the highway as well as the cost," he said. Upon confirmation, contractors will be appointed to undertake the project. A PDP concept allows the Ministry of Finance to provide the necessary funding through Infra Fund - a similar concept was utilised for the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) project. Appointed firms, like LBU, will then receive a fee based on hitting the achievements on the agreed Key Performance Index (KPI). As for the rest of the Sarawak portion of the Pan Borneo Highway, connections between Tanjung Datu to Miri as well as Tedungan to Merapok are expected to be completed by mid-2023. When finished, the entire network is expected to span a total distance of 2,239 km. Gregory Sze | July 1, 2015 at 12:16 pm | Categories: Cars, Local News | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uyk Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/mou-sarawak-pan-borneo-highway-signed-work-september/

[New post] PSA boss tries out the 500 hp Peugeot 308 R HYbrid

Danny Tan posted: " Here's something interesting for both Peugeot and hot hatch fans. The French brand's CEO Maxime Picat has posted two images on his Twitter account, showing PSA Peugeot Citroen chairman Carlos Tavares getting into a Peugeot 308 R HYbrid test mule. With " New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News PSA boss tries out the 500 hp Peugeot 308 R HYbrid by Danny Tan Here's something interesting for both Peugeot and hot hatch fans. The French brand's CEO Maxime Picat has posted two images on his Twitter account, showing PSA Peugeot Citroen chairman Carlos Tavares getting into a Peugeot 308 R HYbrid test mule. With a caption like "Looks like the Peugeot 308 R HYbrid is ready to move! Today our CEO Carlos Tavares enjoyed its radical performance!" it appears that Peugeot is working on turning the Auto Shanghai 2015 show car into reality. Usually, these things rarely get recorded, much less tweeted for the world to see and expect, so we can treat it as a "confirmation" of sorts. The 308 R HYbrid was a shocker when news of it came into our inbox in April, thanks to the figures 500 hp and 730 Nm. The powertrain starts a 1.6 litre THP engine with 270 hp. It's mated through a six-speed paddle-shift gearbox to a 115 hp front electric motor; there's another motor at the rear, effectively providing four-wheel drive. 0 to 100 km/h is done in four seconds flat, despite emitting just 70 g/km of CO2. Click to enlarge It can use regenerative braking throughout the whole speed range, which, in addition to conserving the life of the pads and discs, can also charge the 3 kWh lithium-ion battery. The pack can also be recharged either by the front electric motor (driven by the engine) as a generator or by plugging the car up to a rapid charging terminal, the latter filling the battery up in 45 minutes. The concept's tracks have been widened by 80 mm, and we can see that the red mule has some seriously blistered wheel arches. The just-launched 270 hp Peugeot 308 GTi makes do with the standard 308 body. The prototype's face is similar to the GTi's though, which is less aggressive than the Shanghai showcar's big grille and air intake combo. Also borrowed from the production GTi are those sexy 18-inch "Diamant" alloys. So, are you ready for a 500 hp AWD hybrid hot hatch? Peugeot seems to be. Peugeot 308 R HYbrid at Shanghai 2015 Peugeot 308 GTi Danny Tan | July 1, 2015 at 11:50 am | Categories: Cars, International News, Peugeot | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uyg Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/psa-boss-tries-out-peugeot-308-r-hybrid/

[New post] AD: The Battery Shop – get a replacement car battery in under 60 minutes, with free delivery and installation!

Harvinder Sidhu posted: " There's a new car battery shop in town, called, well, The Battery Shop. This isn't your typical neighbourhood garage, though, but a comprehensive online service provider that lays claim to reinventing the way stranded drivers get back on the road. Use" New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News AD: The Battery Shop – get a replacement car battery in under 60 minutes, with free delivery and installation! by Harvinder Sidhu There's a new car battery shop in town, called, well, The Battery Shop. This isn't your typical neighbourhood garage, though, but a comprehensive online service provider that lays claim to reinventing the way stranded drivers get back on the road. Users can order a replacement battery by calling 1800-1800-10, or for the more tech-inclined, logging on to www.thebatteryshop.my. Either way, you'll get a brand new battery delivered and installed in under 60 minutes. And if you happen to be in KL or PJ, you'll only be paying for the replacement battery – delivery and installation services are provided absolutely free or charge. With The Battery Shop, you only pay for what you need. Unmatched transparency is promised – never get conned again! You never know when exactly your car battery is going to let you down. If it so happens to be at a dark, potentially dangerous area, you can wait at a safer, brightly lit place and the assigned technician - whose name and contact number will be provided beforehand – will come and pick you up. Sure beats waiting by a stranded car alone. After the job is done, The Battery Shop will store your battery warranty information in its database. A timely reminder will then be provided when the warranty is about to expire. As with most things, prevention is certainly better than cure when it comes to car batteries. For more information on The Battery Shop's services and products, log on to www.thebatteryshop.my or check out its official Facebook page. Sign up now with the promo code above and you'll get RM20 off every purchase of a car battery too. Harvinder Sidhu | July 1, 2015 at 11:30 am | Categories: Advertorial | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uq3 Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/ad-the-battery-shop-get-a-replacement-car-battery-in-under-60-minutes-with-free-delivery-and-installation/

[New post] Suzuki names new president, announces five-year plan

Anthony Lim posted: " Suzuki Motor Corporation yesterday announced changes to its executive board, the most significant being the appointment of Toshihiro Suzuki - the son of Suzuki chairman and CEO Ozamu Suzuki - to the post of president and COO. The elder Suzuki retains " New post on Paul Tan's Automotive News Suzuki names new president, announces five-year plan by Anthony Lim Suzuki Motor Corporation yesterday announced changes to its executive board, the most significant being the appointment of Toshihiro Suzuki - the son of Suzuki chairman and CEO Ozamu Suzuki - to the post of president and COO. The elder Suzuki retains his position of chairman and CEO and remains at the helm of the company, but the appointment of 56-year-old Toshihiro to the new post is seen as effectively designating him as Ozamu Suzuki's eventual successor, Automotive News reports. Prior to his new role, which began with effect yesterday, Toshihiro Suzuki was one of four executive vice-presidents appointed in 2011 to run the daily operations of the country's fourth-largest automaker. The company also announced its New Mid-Term Plan Suzuki Next 100, a five-year plan from 2015 in which the automaker will be looking into strengthening and stabilising its management base as well as developing its manufacturing base globally. The automaker also stated its intent to overhaul its working procedure. The plan's business strategy will include concentrating on mini to C-segment models as well as SUV offerings to correspond to the expanding global compact car market. Suzuki also said it will be looking to consolidate platforms and concentrate on the development of gasoline engines, and added that it plans to introduce 20 models globally in the next five years. Working out from Japan and India, the company says that Asia will be the main region of focus, saying that it will be making Japan, India, Indonesia, Thailand and Hungary its production bases for the manufacture of its global cars. The automaker is of course also set to work with Proton, having signed an MoU and Licence Agreement with the Malaysian carmaker last month. Anthony Lim | July 1, 2015 at 11:10 am | Categories: Cars, International News, Suzuki | URL: http://wp.me/p1x6AR-1uxq Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Paul Tan's Automotive News. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://paultan.org/2015/07/01/suzuki-names-new-president-announces-five-year-plan/