Malaysia and Automotive

Now day,we can said that 80% of college students,have their own transport(their parents gave to them),whether motorcycle,car or even bicycle.Depending on their budget off course.




Somehow,in Malaysia,the automotive market still suck,why?Because of all the taxes being implement to all the imported car.For instant,a Nissan GTR in Japan cost you about RM200k,but when imported to our lovely country(d-oh),the price tags tripled to RM700K!!!What the f*ck?!That would be a toys for the rich and famous,and we,average earner,would only can used kancil wannabe turbo,wira evo ahbeng.Is that our standard of life?





That day,i'm just checking up a newspaper advertisements because i'm a big fan of Charade Espri and Aura.I want to know current price.The Espri is around RM17k+ while the Aura,RM7k+,you know what,a cheap shot same standard car in UK for Aura price around 50pounds!!!But that kind of car for sure will not manage to pass the MoT inspection.But for that price,it's quite a bargain.But in Malaysia,like you paying for a piece of junk,waiting the time to rot!

Malaysia truly a "Bolehland"...idiot...time to change guys!Dump them!




It's just in matter of times that the fuel price will reach to a price where you will feel a very heavy burden,paying quarter of your salary just to move you to your working place.The ministers talk and talk about to change our life style,what the f*ck,they don't need to pay for fuel,so shut the f*ck up!

This post may sound a bit political,but that's the truth...you can't run from the truth,even it's pain to swallow it...

Puspakom and Bribery

"weh dude,i've already transplant my new turbo engine last week,very powerful beb,any runner you know?",that kind of conversation you will always heard when your are at TT,forum,workshop etc.Somehow,some workshop does provide this kinda service,easy and no hassle,just need "cengkeram" or "pengeras" if you know what i meant...



We always heard of myth,if you want your car past the testing,put some bucks and boxes of cigarette in the glove box,i don't know if it's true,but somehow i've doubt about it.

It takes a great deal to stop this unmoral thing from going on.Just i read about puspakom at paultan site about the puspakom staff making manual inspection although there is computer to do the job.So,government,make thing clear from now.If not,bigger problem will rise.We don't want unroad-worthy cars in the street and bang up somebody's car,and split into two.

So puspakomer,do your job properly and the halal way.

What Would Be The Future Fuel?

With the crude oil price increased significantly,there would be a major problem to the consumers.It's like a domino effect,when the oil price rose up,every single little thing would also join the force.

Everybody know that today,food price are expensive compared to years ago.The inflation cannot be stop and this condition already been talk about last year,and now,it will come true.

businesstimes.com.sg :

Malaysia's consumer price index (CPI) shows inflation hit a nine-month high in November [2007] and looks like it is accelerating. Figures released by the Statistics Department show November's inflation rate jumped to 2.3%, from 1.9% in October. The rise was driven largely by a 3.8% surge in the price of food and soft drinks - the biggest in two years and a direct result of the higher global prices of flour, cereal and dairy products. A Deutsche Bank survey two years ago calculated that the real rate of inflation in the Klang Valley was closer to 8%.Inflation will gain impetus next year because of pending increases in the prices of fuel and public transport. Price rises could also put pressure on the government, which is likely to call a general election next year. Fuel prices will be a particularly tricky problem for the government. They are being reviewed, and while details so far have been sketchy, most analysts reckon fuel could go up by at least 20-30 sen (9-13 Singapore cents). The government has already announced toll rate hikes on six highways ranging from 9-50%. The upshot of all this, according to investment bank CIMB, is an inflation rate of 3.3-3.8% in 2008.

So,what is our shot to tackle this global phenomenon?I don't know,why don't you ask our PM,he may or may not have the answer.Okey,that's only the introduction on our economy status,that's problematic.Now we are talk about the title "What Would Be The Future Fuel?"

Bio-diesel and E85

These type of fuel used widely in the Europe because the soaring of the fuel price.But the E85 fuel mostly used in America Latin,which they use sugar cane and extract it to become ethanol and mix it up with gasoline,where 85% made of ethanol,while 15% of it from gasoline.
GM already design and build “Flex Fuel” vehicle where it can use E85 or gasoline.But is it a best way?It depends on the market,but for now,everything just went wrong.Maybe years before,when the food price at average level,bio-diesel or E85 can be a problem solver.



The real problem right now is,I’ve done research on the sites,some sites give me positive answers and the other vise-versa.It’s about how many energy unit been used to produce biodiesel or E85.Some sites give some statement that every unit energy used,2.5 to 3.2 units gained,but that depend on what kind of crop you are using.I don’t know which 1 to believe.Below is a table on how much oil you can gain per acre:

Table 1: OIL PRODUCING CROPS
Plant	Latin Name	Gal Oil/ Acre	Plant	Latin Name	Gal Oil/ Acre
Oil Palm	Elaeis guineensis	610	Rice	Oriza sativa L.	85
Macauba Palm	Acrocomia aculeata	461	Buffalo Gourd	Cucurbita foetidissima	81
Pequi	Caryocar brasiliense	383	Safflower	Carthamus tinctorius	80
Buriti Palm	Mauritia flexuosa	335	Crambe	Crambe abyssinica	72
Oiticia	Licania rigida	307	Sesame	Sesamum indicum	71
Coconut	Cocos nucifera	276	Camelina	Camelina sativa	60
Avocado	Persea americana	270	Mustard	Brassica alba	59
Brazil Nut	Bertholletia excelsa	245	Coriander	Coriandrum sativum	55
Macadamia Nut	Macadamia terniflora	230	Pumpkin Seed	Cucurbita pepo	55
Jatropa	Jatropha curcas	194	Euphorbia	Euphorbia lagascae	54
Babassu Palm	Orbignya martiana	188	Hazelnut	Corylus avellana	49
Jojoba	Simmondsia chinensis	186	Linseed	Linum usitatissimum	49
Pecan	Carya illinoensis	183	Coffee	Coffea arabica	47
Bacuri	Platonia insignis	146	Soybean	Glycine max	46
Castor Bean	Ricinus communis	145	Hemp	Cannabis sativa	37
Gopher Plant	Euphorbia lathyris	137	Cotton	Gossypium hirsutum	33
Piassava	Attalea funifera	136	Calendula	Calendula officinalis	31
Olive Tree	Olea europaea	124	Kenaf	Hibiscus cannabinus L.	28
Rapeseed	Brassica napus	122	Rubber Seed	Hevea brasiliensis	26
Opium Poppy	Papaver somniferum	119	Lupine	Lupinus albus	24
Peanut	Ariachis hypogaea	109	Palm	Erythea salvadorensis	23
Cocoa	Theobroma cacao	105	Oat	Avena sativa	22
Sunflower	Helianthus annuus	98	Cashew Nut	Anacardium occidentale	18
Tung Oil Tree	Aleurites fordii	96	Corn	Zea mays	18

Absolutely,when you see the table,the largest oil producing crop is the palm oil,where Malaysia is the biggest producer.But if you’re a Malaysian,you can’t find any biodiesel pump at fuel station.Some say,it’s only used at certain places,maybe still “experimenting” I guess.If the process is slow like this,For Malaysia,I don’t think we can achieve any achievement nor using that kind of fuel anytime from now.

For now and 20 or 40years ahead,globally,biofuel or E85 can be a main source of energy before new innovative way were found to produce clean energy.

Solar


For years,solar energy was used to generate power to heat up water for home,as a backup power supply for calculator etc.Some people may just think,why can’t we just use this kind of energy.We can actually,but it’s still expensive to be consider as a power supply.

Some deliberate,solar power is unenvironment-friendly,because they use batteries to store the energy.Somehow,time goes by,new technologys appeared where the energy can be store in Litium ion batteries that’s safe and environment-friendly.

But still,everytime we see in the newspaper,television,this kind of power supply would not be a peoples choice,just because it’s unefficient(slow charging) and slow.Maybe someday somehow,we can see this kind of vehicle power on solar on the road.

Fuel Cell

This technology already been use in space industry where it’s used as a fuel.NASA has used liquid hydrogen since the 1970s to propel the space shuttle and other rockets into orbit.It’s also power the electrical in the space shuttle and the byproduct,which is water:the crews drink.

For vehicles,this kind of technology already developed and used.The problem is,to get hydrogen supply(hydrogen pump station).Lacking of this necessity contribute to the slow progress,maybe because of the oil company doesn’t want their business to be ruined.

Electric

Toyota Prius

Testla Roadster

With proven track of the Prius,although it’s hybrid,still,it’s a good sign for a better tomorrow.With car manufacturer nowday trying to produce fully electric car,or atleast hybrid,shown that electric car have a bright future.

Typical people like Jeremy Clarkson might says that electric car suck,because they are slow like snail or turtle,now,we can shut their mouth up,where The Tesla car came to safe.Taken from what he said,” If you love cars you are up against a global conspiracy to destroy your spirit. You must rebel and you should buy the fastest and most beautiful car that falls into your grasp”, he must be stupid enough to be kick in the head.Fast doesn’t meant you have to use Bugatti Veyron or Mclaren F1 that quench a lot of fuel,I meant a lot!While the Tesla only uses of equivalent 4cents per gallon or in between that.

Vital statistics
Model Tesla Roadster
Engine Electric motor powered by lithium-ion battery
Power 248bhp @ 8000rpm
Torque 200 lb ft @ 0-6000rpm
Transmission Two-speed manual
CO2 n/a
Acceleration 0-60mph: 4sec
Top speed 130mph Price $98,000 (£48,600)


Conclusion:
Just wait until fully electric car went into the local market!

Tips on Fuel Saving.

In the 90's,it's not quite a problem to our father to fuel up the gas tank when the tank is half full,or else.That scenario right now may not applicable in this kind of era where oil,way back to the 90's,is quite cheap,and today,it is valuable,until the last drop of the oil from the fuel nozzle,until there are some vehicle owner using some method unthinkable back to the 90's,which is,for example pressing the petrol pump nozzle lightly,so that the petrol doesn't become fume instantly after it when to the tank.Other using some unconventional technique;while at the end of pumping the oil,they lift the hose,and shake it,hoping some of the fuel will enter the tank,ridicules!

Actually,when there is a will,there is a way.Fortunately for us,our country is a largest palm oil producer in the world.We can achieve more,with R and D,but i don't see a clear view,where the hell,this project will go through.

Back to business,about how to save fuel,one should reconsider what type of vehicle needed,base on for what the practicality of the vehicle.You don't need a hummer or a fuel guzzler truck to sent your son to the kinder garden.You can,use motorcycle instead.It's about thinking rationally.

Some young peoples,i meant,all young peoples,ex specially the guy,their tendency to be a heavy footer is very high.For some reason,maybe because they were born to be "kamikaze" driver i guess.These kind of people,can be heavy footer,but with some condition,they can only do that when it's pay day,that means,only 3 or 4 days out of 1 month to filled with their need for speed attitude.

Invest on motorcycle,to be use to go to work,maybe on monsoon season,you can use car instead.A full tank of motorcycle can last 3 to 4 days,depend on the distance you travelling.maybe some will shout,"what the F***!?you want me to ride a motorcycle?it's embarrassing!"Anyway,it's up to the user,i don't "make" you to ride motorcycle.

Use public transport often.But use the monthly card,it would save you a lot,and save your time to pay the fare.

Make sure your car's bonnet is not filled with ridicules things.Throw out useless thing expect the spare tyre and the jack of course.The lighter the car,the better.Also consider for a long term,to change into lighter rim.The tyre should fully inflate,so that less drag occured between the tyre and the tarmac.

Service your car when it's needed.Don't ever wait until your fuel consumption rose up,and damaging your internal engine components,that would costed you big bucks.

Preferring a car that already proven fuel efficient,likes the Honda City.If you are using Suv,pickup,you can choose to install NGV kits,but be sure,your house or your office is near to Petronas that have NGV pump.Refill your NGV tank at night where the line-up is shorter,and the air is colder.

Happy saving fuel!

Fuel efficient Cars(Nissan)

With all the news of rising prices of oil and foods,everyone right now is searching for a way out of the mess.Everyone know that,everyday,the crude oil price will rise,for sure,but the government subsidization on oil,will may some how channel to subsidise the food instead the oil.I don't know what the future for Malaysia.Okey,back to our story,peoples that are staying the in urban,would feel the pressure of the oil price that hike like hell.the congestion problem make it worst.City/town driving is different from driving in highway,instead of constant speed,city driving is full with,stop and go,brake!go,stop,brake!,all over again.Car maker right now is more marketing on fuel efficiency car,instead power(but somehow they did sell fuel "drinker" car).From hybrid to electric,none is suitable with Malaysia because of maybe the thinking of Malaysian,I guess.

Fuel efficient car is already been in Malaysia market,for instant,the underpower Perodua Kancil,that is famous because of it being use as a driving-school's car.But people that stay in town would not bother thinking to buy this kinda cheap,underpowered car(no offend to Kancil user).They much thinking of style instead,with a sipping fuel type of engine,is the way to go.

Today,i'm gonna intro some of small size car that may get these type of people attention.

Nissan Micra/March(approx 50mpg)

• For the first car,Nissan Micra locally know as March.Not the gasoline engine,but with diesel engine plus a turbo!It's a 1500cc,for Malaysian,it's quite good for small car,easier to over-take a trailer i guess.The car using only 2 pistons,instead of 3 or 4 pistons.The car featuring direct injection and an intercooler.

• With an impressive 148lb/ft of torque at only 1900rpm,producing 86hp,this car is for sure a speedy at traffic light!

Nissan Otti (approx 49.4mpg)

• The second featured car is the Nissan Otti.The look may looked odd,but people may can receive it well,just like what happened to Perodua Kenari,where people skeptically talk rubbish about that car that looked like a moving bread(because of the boxy shape),but time goes by,the car became a favourite car for a small family because of the space features.

• This car builted boxy for the sake of space.Inside,you can feel the spaciousness,just like the Kenari,but more like a minivan,a small minivan.Actually,the car have many kind of optional feature like the sliding door for the passenger instead of normal door.The space cargo were impressively large when you fold the back seat.

• With 3cylinders,660cc,just like Kancil,it may have some drawback,where the car only produce 50hp at 6500rpm!Who want to rev this type of car like that to squeeze out the power?Maybe a person that tried to take-over a trailer i guess.

Nissan Mocco(approx 49.4mpg)

• This tiny car based on Suzuki's platform also used in Otti.With 3cylinders that producing 54hp,the car just like the Otti,with a different face.Nothing much to talk about because it's a just a same car like the Otti.

Nissan Note(approx 50mpg)

• People might familiar with this kinda of design in Malaysia.Its looked likes Grand Livina.Maybe this is Nissan's kinda signature right now.

• The last car featuring today,doesn't meant that the last is the worst or the best,but just simple okey to me.This 4cylinders turbo-diesel,1500cc,producing 103hp at 4000rpm,and 177lb/ft at only 2000rpm that manage to get nearly 50mpg.That's a good car for a city travel.

• The conclusion was,although these kind of small car might be seen as a sissy's car(if a guy used it),it practical for a family that just start built the own life.The car that feature here may or may not been in Malaysia's market,but i think it might available in Malaysia,where the grey importer bring in the cars.