Stereos and speakers are found in every new car you purchase and your while your driving manual consists of numerous safety precautions, there is nothing written about what you should or shouldn’t do with your stereo and speakers. We’re here to fix that. So, as long as you are focused on the road and not constantly fiddling with the volume and channels or singing your heart out until you are oblivious to your surroundings, it is safe to pop some songs while driving. Surprisingly, your credibility as a good driver can be affected by the kind of tunes you are listening to.   An Israeli study put their test subjects through a driving simulator while listening to music of varying [...]

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It’s been another busy, busy week for us at iCar Asia with all that’s happening in the motoring industry right now. We’ve been to some amazing trips around the country, test driven some exciting new cars on the market, and have attended a range of car launches that ought to get your juices flowing. Here are our top stories of the week from our sister site, LIVE LIFE DRIVE. Check them out! 2013 MINI Cooper S Paceman: Tested on the Road Trip to MINI Country BMW Group Malaysia was kind enough to extend an invitation to us, to come along with them on a ‘Road Trip to MINI Country’. The drive surrounded having a go in the more prominent models [...]

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Back here in the north of the Peninsula, the weather has been rather gloomy with the more than occasional thunderstorms for the past couple of weeks. While that normally signals snail-paced traffic, rainy weather also has a way of reminding us just how bad a shape our wipers often are. Like many other components of our car, windshield wipers do require care and periodic replacement. Vehicle maintenance specialists recommend a year’s usage although some might last another 12 months or much more depending on the conditions. Here’s some of the most common signs that those simple rubber or silicone blades are due. 1. Streaking Description: Each wipe leaves a consistent streak pattern Causes: Hardened or cracked wiper blades due to [...]

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When it comes to buying a car, there are indeed a lot of serious considerations you should think through before making any final decisions. One important factor is to give the car a complete physical test before making your final decision. This is to ensure that it fulfills all the important aspects such as safety and a good physical and interior condition fit for a long term usage. Used cars especially demand more attention into the matter as you never know how the previous owner could have maintained it. So here are some tips to help you. Rough Inspection Start by looking roughly around the car. View the back of the vehicle and check the bumper, and repeat at the [...]

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Taking care of your car tyres can benefit you in a million ways. Besides promising a longer tyre life, it can also ensure your safety on the road throughout your journey. Here are some basic tyre care tips that any old or new drivers should know:- Pressure Keeping your tyres inflated could help save your life. Under inflation results in unnecessary tyre stress, irregular wear, loss of control and accidents. Besides saving fuel and money and minimizing emissions, properly inflated tyres are safer and less likely to fail at high speeds. A tyre can lose up to half of its inflation pressure and not appear to be flat!  Tyre safety experts recommend checking tyre pressure a least once a month [...]

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Drivers should already know that a “blind spot” refers to the area on either side of you car that is invisible to wing mirrors. It is called so because it is impossible to spot any car around that area, and therefore leads to countless accidents. Here’s how you can prevent it. ‘Blind-spot’ accidents have since prompted higher-end car models to adopt fancy radar or camera systems which are capable of detecting other vehicles in your blind spots and delivering the information in furious beeping screams, increasing your panic levels as you try to maneuver out of terror. By adjusting your car’s wing mirrors to contain no part of your own car, blind spots can be put into full view. Just [...]

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  We at iCar Asia have covered some great automotive news, test driven cool cars and seen some exciting car launches in the past week. Here is our best stories of the week from our sister site, LIVE LIFE DRIVE. Check it out! 2013 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo Launched in Malaysia; Priced from RM349k BMW Group Malaysia has officially launched its 2013 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo (GT) today at the grand opening of the new Ingress Auto BMW 4S Dealership in Puchong, Selangor. Read more HERE… 2013 Mazda CX-5 CKD Test Drive; Prices From RM137k-RM154k Due to the overwhelming response and demand for the 2013 Mazda CX-5 SUV, which was launched into the Malaysian market in May 2012, Bermaz Auto [...]

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Tyres play a very important role whenever we are on the road, and I’m sure many of us are aware of that. But replacing worn out tires isn’t the only routine service that should be noted, as maintaining the proper amount of air pressure in them also dictates its performance levels. The air pressure in the tyres help shape and determine the ‘footprint’ of a tyre on the road. An under-inflated tyre has higher chances of loosing contact in the middle because most of the vehicle’s weight is resting upon the tyre walls. Heavier steering feel, straying, and wobbly handling while cornering are typical signs suggesting it needs more air. Another old fashion way of identifying such a case is in the [...]

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One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This is probably the best sentence to describe used cars. Used cars are great for those who are on a tight budget, need a second car, or also for new drivers who are looking for a ‘test drive’ car to sharpen their driving skills before getting their hands on a brand new one. However, you can’t deny that although used cars may first appear in fairer conditions, it won’t be long before the begin to show signs of wear and tear. Here are four easy-to-do suggestions on how you can make your old cars feel brand new: 1. Fix it up Fix up any exterior body damage to your car, cover up scratches [...]

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New Kuala Lumpur number plates will soon have puns like W15H, W15E or W1N. Regardless of the cheeky connotation, the Acting Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein, has recently revealed the new series of vehicle registration numbers to replace the current WYY series. According to Datuk Seri Hishammuddin, the current WYY series was expected to end this July. Speaking at a press conference last week in Putrajaya, Datuk Seri Hishammuddin said “In connection with this, it has been decided that new registration of vehicles for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur after the WYY series will begin with W 1 A and end at W 9999 A.” The Future Number Plate Series The new registration numbers will start with [...]

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