Malaysian Car Better Builts This Year : JD Power

The numbers speak for themselves - according to the results of J.D. Power's Asia Pacific 2009 Malaysia Initial Quality Study (IQS), the overall new-vehicle initial quality in Malaysia has markedly improved from 2008.

The study, now in its seventh year, examines new-vehicle quality during the first two to six months of ownership.

The study measures more than 200 problem symptoms covering eight vehicle components: vehicle exterior; driving experience; features/controls/displays; audio/entertainment/navigation; seats; HVAC; vehicle interior; and engine/transmission.

All problems are summarised as the number of problems reported per 100 vehicles (PP100), and lower scores indicate a lower rate of problem incidences and higher performance. The study was based on responses from 2,874 new-vehicle owners who purchased their vehicle between Sept 2008 and May 2009, with 52 passenger car, pickup and utility vehicle models from across 15 brands evaluated.

The Malaysian average was 136 in 2009, improving by 22 from 2008, and all eight component areas showed improvement levels. Vehicle exterior issues and problems related to the driving experience represent nearly 50% of total reported problems.

In terms of specific models by segment, the Perodua Myvi ranks highest in the compact car segment for a third consecutive year with 127 PP100, followed by the Proton Savvy (154) and the Perodua Viva (186).

Meanwhile, the new Honda City ranks highest in the entry mid-size car segment, with 76 PP100. Second in the category is the Toyota Vios (107), with the Proton Saga (158) placed third.

In the mid-size car segment, the Toyota Corolla Altis takes the honours with 80 PP100, followed by the Honda Civic (103) and the Nissan Sylphy (109).

As for the MPV/van segment, Toyota's Innova takes the top spot for a second consecutive year, with a score of 85 PP100, with the Nissan Grand Livina (89) and the Toyota Avanza (100) making up the top trio.

In the pickup segment, the Isuzu D-max ranks highest with a 66 PP100 rating, well ahead of the Toyota Hilux (94) and the Mitsubishi Triton (101).

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Tinted Glass

Reason To Consider When Tinted Your Vehicle

Rules 5 (1) and 5 (3) of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Certain Types of Glass), Amendment 2000, stipulate that the front windscreen should permit not less than 70% light transmission, while the back windscreen and side windows should permit not less than 50% light transmission.

Special exemption for the installation of tinted glass

The installation of tinted glass is allowed for certain persons only as specified under rules 11(a) and 11(b) of the Motor Vehicles (Prohibition of Certain Types of Glass) 1991. Any person not included in rules 11(a) and 11(b) who faces problem of exposed skin or security threat may apply for a special exemption.

The owner or driver who contravenes these rules shall be liable to:-

A fine not exceeding RM 500.00 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 weeks for a first offence; and
A fine not exceeding RM1000.00 or imprisonment for a term not exceeding one month or both for a subsequent offence.
Methods of application

Application should be made using Special Form CG1, which can be obtained from the RTD Headquarters in Putrajaya. All applications should be accompanied by the following documents:-

Certified copy of identity card.
Letter of confirmation from a government medical officer as well as the latest medical records.
In case of applications for security purposes, attach supporting documents.
Approval
All applications will be considered and submitted to the Director-General of RTD. They will then be forwarded to the Minister of Transport for approval.

Period
The approval period for the use of tinted glass is one year only and has to be renewed.

Renewal
The renewal application should be made three (3) months before the expiry of the approval period by attaching the following documents:

Completed Form CG1.
Certified copy of identity card.
Letter of confirmation from a government medical officer as well as the latest medical records. Copy of the Minister of Transport’s approval letter.
Copy of the Vehicle Registration Card.

So the owner have to follow the rules when considering to tint up their glass.

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Perodua Launched New Viva 2009

Perodua has the latest model trains swing compact Perodua Viva with three types of capacity enjin the 660cc, 850cc and 1000cc. Viva prices on the road is between RM28, 400 to RM43, 800 and offered in a choice of five colors.

Viva model is the model of the popular Perodua Kancil and Kelisa.
With the capacity to train enjin 660cc and 850cc, Viva manual transmission system using five kelajuan. Train with enjin 1000cc also divided into two namely Standard and Premium. For the Standard and Premium SX SXi, it uses five kelajuan manual transmission. Automatic transmission four kelajuan can also be found on the Standard and Premium EZ EZi.


Train capacity enjin 1000cc Premium with the manual or automatic transmission also offers SRS berkembar beg air. Premium variant also dilengkapkan with brek anti-lock system (ABS) and Electronic Circular Brek (EBD).


During launching, Perodua provide as many as 2,000 pieces of Viva ready to be sold to the crowd for a berth to the tempahan too long to apply as a top model Myvi first launched.


Perodua also targets to sell 13,000 units of its newly launched Perodua Viva Elite variant this year.
This sporty Viva Elite would be well received by young professionals and young families seeking to project a different image. Viva was one of Perodua’s best selling models with 155,000 units sold since it was launched in May 2007.

77,000 cars sold by Perodua in the first half year, 53% comprised the Myvi and 43% Viva. Not yet found any promotion yet, like Merdeka promtotion. The 1-litre Viva Elite comes in three variants – the Elite (MT), Elite (AT) and the Elite EZi. Prices start at RM37,900 for the Elite (MT), RM40,900 for the Elite (AT) and RM44,900 for the Elite EZi.

As expected Perodua to sell more cars in the second half year in view of the coming festivities, lower interest rates and support from the finance companies. Perodua had been increasing its production from June to cater to the upcoming launch of its new multi-purpose MPV vehicle in November.

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The Best Fuel Saver Vehicle In The Market

Why you Should Consider To Use Perodua Viva


Due to down turn of world economic car manufacture around the world try to produce car which is small engine power (cc), less fuel consumption, more performance, environmental friendly, easy maintenance, small design, futuristic features and not to forget digital control. As we know new generation car will control by performance chip.

In our country Malaysia one of the successful car maker was Perodua beside Proton. Below is a picture taken from Viva engine which is installed with so called magnetic fuel saver.





There is several way how to increase your car performance. Like what my friend told me that you can use magnet from computer hard disk and place it on fuel pipe line on your car engine no matter what brand is your car.

Another way to increase your car performance was install with Hydro fuel. Hydro fuel is a technique to combine hydrogen gas with normal petrol. This hydrogen gas was extracted from water and sent to engine to burn together with petrol. To know more about hydro fuel you can read previous post on this blog.

So beside you got extra power you also save your car's fuel consumption. Below is a illustration how the technology can save fuel and increase performance.


Like what my friend say "like turbo car"

*Note: The calculation are not scientifically proven but according to driver which was admit and feel the change (their car) in their daily driving.

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Facts you need to know about Viva

Here's my thought about Perodua Viva


The Perodua Viva is a city car manufactured by Malaysian automaker Perodua since May 10, 2007. It was originally planned to be the replacement of Perodua's current city cars - the Perodua Kancil and the Perodua Kelisa. Once launched, Perodua decided to market it as a Kelisa replacement only, and will continue to sell the Kancil. The Perodua Viva is based on the 6th generation Daihatsu Mira. All of the Perodua Viva models uses Daihatsu DVVT engines. Only the Premium version comes with dual airbag and ABS.

Specifications

The Perodua Viva was launched with 6 models. They are 660EX manual, 850EX manual, 1.0SX Standard manual, 1.0SXi Premium manual, 1.0EZ Standard automatic and the 1.0EZi Premium automatic.

The suspension is typical of small hatchbacks with MacPherson struts in front located by an L-shaped lower arm. At the rear, Viva is fitted with a torsion beam axle and trailing arms. The suspension geometry has been optimised for better steering response and ride comfort. The 1000 cc models have power-assisted steering, optional auto transmission and also a front stabilizer. The 660 cc and 850 cc are barebones basic models, devoid of power steering and auto transmission. As the Viva is based on Daihatsu Mira, a kei car, it has a compact exterior dimensions and a small turning radius. It is roomy for its class, with enough room for 4 adults comfortably.

Engines and performance

Viva comes with 3-cylinder engine choices: 660 cc, 850 cc and 1000 cc. They are familiar engines but updated with modern technology such as DVVT (Dynamic Variable Valve Timing) and EFI, and they all have twin overhead camshafts to provide even stronger low-speed pulling power, resulting in fewer gearchanges, yet also manages to increase top end power. Other innovations include a resin port intake manifold and a head cover incorporating an air-cleaner casing.

EF-VE 660 (659 cc) – at 7200 rpm, at 4400 rpm also used in Daihatsu Hijet
ED-VE 850 (847 cc) – at 6000 rpm, at 4000 rpm which is developed from the engine that powered the Daihatsu Move
EJ-VE 1000 (989 cc) – at 6000 rpm, at 3600 rpm also used in some versions of Daihatsu Sirion and Perodua Myvi

Fuel economy varies from 15.1 km/l (42.6 mpg (imp)) for the fully loaded 1000 cc auto version to the very thrifty 18.7 km/l (53 mpg) for the basic 660 cc model. For the 1000 cc manual the 0-100 km/h time is about 12.80 seconds. The engine torque band is not peaky and timing it takes to hit is good. It may be pushed to without much effort. However the engine drones at such speeds.Top speed is around 160 km/h (99 mph.

The Perodua Viva was launched with 6 grades. They include:
The 660EX manual: RM 28,000
The 850EX manual: RM 32,000
The 1.0SX Standard manual: RM 37,000
The 1.0SXi Premium manual: RM 41,000
The 1.0EZ Standard automatic: RM 40,000
The 1.0EZi Premium automatic: RM 44,000

The price tag does not include registration fees, road taxes or insurance. The final price of the car also differs between Facts About Peninsular Malaysia.

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History Of The Kancil

The first Malaysian compact car Perodua Kancil


The Perodua Kancil (also known as the Perodua Nippa in the United Kingdom, and the Daihatsu Ceria in Indonesia) is a city car manufactured by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Perodua since 1994. The Kancil is named after the mousedeer (chevrotain) native to Malaysia.

Overview

The Kancil was Perodua's first car after its founding in 1993. It is a small five-door hatchback vehicle on a monocoque framework that could seat five people. The Kancil and its predecessors are actually a modified Daihatsu Mira through badge engineering. Badge engineering is prevalent in Malaysia's automotive industry since it began in 1985 with carmaker Proton. Subsequent Kancils were only rejuvenated cosmetically as Perodua maintained the monocoque structure and tweaked with its engines.

Reception and production

Following its release in 1994, the Kancil became an instant success in Malaysia. The Kancil is popular with beginner drivers and is commonly used in Malaysian driving schools. It was also preferable for its fuel efficiency and easier for parking due to its size. In December 1995, Perodua produced its 50,000th Kancil. By January 1997, 100,000 Kancils had been manufactured, and by 1999 250,000 had been built.

The Kancil was sold in the United Kingdom as the Perodua Nippa before it replace by Perodua Kelisa, and rebadge in Indonesia between 2000 and 2006 as the Daihatsu Ceria.

Facelifts and replacement

The original Kancil underwent two minor facelifts. In 1997, the car's grille and bumpers were better integrated to support to a larger grille and rounded indicator lights. In 2000, the car was given another slight facelift consisting of body-coloured side mouldings, a new grille and reprofiled front bumper with larger indicators.

The Kancil received more extensive restyling in 2002, featuring rounder headlights, taillights and bumpers; its rear license plate was also repositioned onto its hatch from the bumper below. Its interior features a flushed dashboard with the combination instrumentation panel placed in the middle similar to that of the Toyota Yaris. However, it is still mechanically identical to its predecessor, except for the EZi automatic transmission option which is given a fuel-injected powerplant.

Although the Perodua Viva, a new model based on the new Daihatsu Mira, was widely considered a legitimate replacement for the long-running Kancil, Perodua had decided to continue selling the old Kancil and replaced the Perodua Kelisa instead on May 11, 2007.

Models

The Kancil currently was sold in three variants:
Kancil 660EX- 659 cc three-cylinder carbureted in-line engine, 29 hp (22.1 kW), five-speed manual transmission, black bumpers and door rub strips. RM 22,055.
Kancil 850EX- 847 cc three-cylinder carbureted in-line engine, 36 hp (25.5 kW), five-speed manual transmission, body-color bumpers and rub strips. RM 27,227.
Kancil 850EZi- 847 cc three-cylinder fuel-injected in-line engine, 49 hp (34.7 kW), three-speed automatic transmission, body color bumpers and rub strips. RM 32,039.

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