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Evolusi enjin Campro - dari IAFM, CFE, VVT, ia adalah enjin kereta pertama oleh Proton sejak 2004!

Tahukah enjin CamPro (nama singkatan bagi "Cam Profile") adalah satu-satunya enjin kereta yang dihasilkan secara komersial dan domestik di Malaysia? Enjin ini direka untuk membuktikan bahawa Proton mampu membina enjin mereka sendiri setelah sekian lama berpaut pada bayangan Mitsubishi. Prototaip enjin pertama mula ditunjukkan pada 6 Oktober 2000 di kilang Lotus Cars, UK sebelum ia mula digunakan secara rasmi pada Proton Gen-2 2004, termasuklah model-model lain dalam barisan Proton. Kesemua gener

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Nov 13, 2020

Pakistan launching Proton Saga this month with smaller engine, manual and 4AT options

The Proton Saga is set to be launched in the Pakistani market soon. According to a source, CBU units of the Saga have arrived in the country. A cross check with the Proton Pakistan website reveals that the Saga is indeed listed, albeit without a price yet. Also read: Closer Look: 2021 Proton Saga R3 Limited Edition - still worthy of the R3 badge? While it is largely the same car we Malaysians get, the CBU Pakistan Proton Saga gets a slighty smaller engine, and we mean slightly. It's still a 1.3-

JasonJason

Mar 10, 2021

Evolution of the Proton Persona in 27 years – Will it ever match the City and Vios?

Back in 1993, the most preferred body-type for a car was a saloon. The Proton Persona debuted, and back then, we knew it as the Proton Wira. The Wira was known as the Persona in UK. Alongside the Wira, the Satria was called the Persona Compact, and the Putra was the Persona Coupe. For 2 generations, the Persona was a C-segment saloon. Things were revamped in 2016, and the Persona name was redesignated to an Iriz-based B-segment sedan. A lot has changed over 27 years, but the Persona remains an a

ArifArif

Oct 31, 2020

Evolution of the Proton Saga in 35 years  - The pride of Malaysia or wasted potential?

Proton was one of the few carmakers to emerge from the 80s (coincidentally, Geely was also part of that small batch). The first car to bear the Proton name was the Proton Saga. Based on the Mitsubishi Lancer Fiore, the Saga was a big deal for Malaysia when it first came to fruition in 1985. Thirty five years later, the Saga remains highly relevant. The compact saloon is affordable and perfect for young families. It is a worthy successor to the “Saga” name. Having evolved over 35 years, the Saga

ArifArif

Oct 26, 2020

Supra manual? Toyota Supra mungkin akan diberi transmisi manual

Mag X, satu publikasi Jepun telah melaporkan yang kotak gear manual sedang “dalam persiapan” untuk Toyota Supra A90. Kotak gear manual ini dijangka untuk membuatkan coupe terkenal ini lebih menarik dan menyeronokkan untuk dipandu. Belum ada maklumat terperinci tentang kotak gear manual ini. Buat masa ini, Toyota Supra A90 menggunakan transmisi automatik 8 kelajuan dengan ‘shift paddles’. Awal tahun ini, Toyota telah memperkenalkan varian asas Toyota Supra iaitu turbo B48 4 silinder bersama-sama

MersitaMersita

Jul 29, 2020

Here's why the manual transmission still matters

Just a few days back, my colleague Arif opined that the world doesn't need manual cars anymore. Chaos ensued, tables and chairs were thrown in the office (some were thrown in Adrian's direction too, for saying this). After the dust has settled, I'm happy to report that we're all still friends and colleagues (I was forced to type this). Jokes aside, I am only too aware of the passage of progress, and Arif does have valid points about the need to continue moving forward. Electric cars and autonomo

JasonJason

Aug 2, 2020

Is that a manual Supra? Toyota Supra might come with a manual transmission

Mag X, a Japanese publication has reported that a manual gearbox is “under preparation” for the A90 Toyota Supra. The manual gearbox is expected to make the infamous coupe even more engaging to drive. There are yet to be any specifics on the manual gearbox. Currently the A90 Toyota Supra utilises the 8-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles. Earlier this year, Toyota had already introduced a 4-cylinder turbo B48 base variant of the Toyota Supra alongside the B58 turbo 6-cylinder variant

ArifArif

Jul 29, 2020

Long live the manual gearbox!

The demise of manual gearboxes may not be imminent after all, at least not at Porsche because they have just announced the option for a manual for the new 911, 992 generation. US market only for now. The latest 911 was launched with an 8-speed dual clutch (PDK) only option globally. And the thing about Porsche is that they listen to their customers’ demands. Case in point would be the previous generation 911 (991.1) GT3 that came with PDK only and purists around the world moaned for a manual. So

ShaunShaun

Oct 31, 2019

Used Car Guide: RM 20k for a used Proton Preve, should you consider it?

When it made its debut in 2012, the Proton Preve was the most affordable C-segment sedan on the market and the spec-sheet was rather impressive as well. So, is it worth your consideration as a used car? During its 8-year run, the Preve was updated twice. It also helped Proton reach numerous milestones such as achieving the brand's first 5-star rating at the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP). The Preve was also well-liked for its 1.6-litre CamPro CFE Turbo engine, Proton even cash

JerricaJerrica

Nov 7, 2020

Export-spec Proton Saga launched in Pakistan, R3 variant gets a manual!

As part of Proton’s aggressive push to export overseas, the company has launched the Proton Saga in Pakistan. Five variants are available in Pakistan, with prices ranging from PKR 1,975,000 (~RM 54k) for the Saga Standard MT to PKR 2,225,000 (~RM 60k) for the Saga Ace AT. In addition to the regular variants, Proton’s Pakistan arm is also offering the Saga R3 there. Only 100 units of the kitted-up Saga are offered. Unlike Malaysia whereby the model is sold exclusively with a four-speed automatic,

EricEric

Apr 5, 2021

Dunia dah tak perlukan kereta manual

Mati enjin, pacuan atas bukit yang menggerunkan, dan penukaran gear yang tersekat-sekat adalah antara pengalaman yang anda barangkali pernah alami ketika hendak mengambil lesen memandu. Jika anda mengambil lesen memandu sebelum tahun 2014, anda tiada pilihan lain selain daripada diuji dengan kereta manual. Kereta ujian anda mungkin tak ada stereng berkuasa pun. Hari ini, lesen memandu Malaysia boleh didapati samada untuk kereta manual atau automatik. Untuk mereka yang gemar memandu, mereka serin

MersitaMersita

Aug 3, 2020

2020 Proton Iriz: Less than RM 3,100 to maintain it over 5 years/100,000 km

The Proton Iriz is Proton’s B-segment hatchback that goes head-to-head against the Perodua Myvi. In this article, we will take a closer look and see how much owners need to pay in terms of maintenance and insurance cost for the Proton Iriz over a 5-year period. Like other Campro-powered Proton models, the Iriz requires a mandatory oil change at the 1,000-km mark, which costs RM 121.09. Subsequently, the Iriz requires an oil change at every 10,000-km/6-month interval. The most expensive service i

EricEric

May 22, 2020

Rendered: Next-gen Proton Suprima S imagined, hot hatch potential?

Sporty-looking hatchbacks by Proton include the Proton Satria, Proton Satria Neo, and the Proton Suprima S. While there might be no plans for a successor to the Proton Suprima S soon, photo chopper Theophilus Chin has decided to use the Proton X50’s front end to imagine one. While Theophilus has called it the Proton H50, the result is very reminiscent of the Proton Suprima S. Instead of looking like a totally new car, the rendering looks like a well-done evolution of the turbocharged hatchback.

ArifArif

Jan 11, 2021

MT vs DCT vs AT: Why manual transmissions are becoming unicorns

As much as enthusiasts such as myself lament the inevitable demise of manual transmissions (MT), there is simply no business case for manufacturers to continue offering a manual option. Instead, dual-clutch transmissions (DCT) or traditional automatic transmissions (AT) are taking over their place. Admittedly, I have defended manual transmissions since the birth of YouTube comment section, not that I participate in them, it's only mental replies. But no longer am I oblivious to the preferences o

ShaunShaun

Apr 21, 2020

The Porsche 911 (992) is now available with a manual transmission in Europe

When the 992 generation Porsche 911 was first revealed, there were no manual transmission option available globally and it was a sign of manual transmissions becoming obsolete. However, less than a year later, Porsche announced the option for a manual for it in the US. Now, the manual is available for the 911 Carrera S in Europe along with other updates. First things first, the 911 Carrera S and 4S is now available with the aforementioned manual gearbox over in Europe at no extra cost. Similarly

ShaunShaun

Apr 28, 2020

Please Naza, let us have the 2021 Suzuki Swift Sport with a manual transmission

It’s official, Suzuki has returned to Malaysia after a 5-year hiatus. One of its most iconic models, the Suzuki Swift Sport, is set to make a comeback. Full disclosure - yours truly has a third-generation Suzuki Swift Sport (ZC32S) with a stick shift, hence some bias is likely at play here. As the title would already have hinted, I am a die-hard fan of manual transmissions. So much so that when my colleague Jason was throwing furniture at another colleague, Arif, for his article on manual transm

ShaunShaun

Apr 5, 2021

The world doesn’t need manual cars anymore

Stalling engines, nerve-wracking hill starts, and jerky gear shifts are some of the memories you might have of obtaining your driver’s license. If you had taken your driver’s license prior to 2014, you had to do it with a manual transmission car. It most likely didn’t have power steering too. You didn’t have a choice. Today, a Malaysian driver’s license can be obtained either with a manual or an automatic car. While driving enthusiasts stand by the mantra that driving a manual makes you a better

ArifArif

Jul 24, 2020

2020 Proton Persona: Less than RM 3,100 to service it over 5 years/100,000 km

The Proton Persona is Proton’s B-segment sedan that is based on the Iriz hatchback. The model does have any direct rivals in the B-segment national car market. Here, we will take a closer look and see how much does it cost to maintain and insure the Persona over a 5-year period. Like its Campro-powered siblings, the Proton Persona requires an oil change at the 1,000-km mark, which costs RM 121.09. After the 1,000-km service, the Persona requires a service at every 10,000-km/6-month interval. For

EricEric

Jun 5, 2020

Mengapa transmisi manual masih lagi relevan dan penting

Minggu lepas, rakan saya Mersita menulis sebuah rencana yang mengatakan dunia tidak perlu kereta dengan transmisi manual. Sebagai seorang peminat pemanduan, saya kurang bersetuju dengan pendapat beliau dan dengan bersemangatnya menulis rencana ini bagi menyatakan pendapat saya. Secara azalinya, saya menyedari akan tahap kemajuan dunia otomotif dan perlunya untuk kita kekal maju kehadapan dalam. Kereta elektrik dan pemanduan autonomi memang bakal menggantikan apa yang kita sudah biasa lakukan, ke

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Aug 17, 2020

Nissan fires shots at GR Supra – upcoming Nissan 400Z to get manual transmission!

Manual drivers rejoice, as Nissan has confirmed that the upcoming Nissan 400Z will be fitted with a three-pedal option. Over the past week, Nissan has dropped a slew of teasers for its new Z-car, including one that has the 400Z’s manual shifter in view, as well as glimpses of the new car’s headlights and wheels. Nissan’s design boss Alfonso Albaisa also posted a sketch of the Z-Car’s rear-end, hinting that the model will get horizontal tail lights – much like the 300ZX. Power is expected to be d

EricEric

Sep 11, 2020

Proton Saga, Waja pakai enjin Honda Civic Type R? Inilah ‘engine swap’ pelik dalam casis Proton!

Sebut saja Proton, memang kerjasama jenama itu dengan Mitsubishi suatu masa dahulu tidak boleh dilupakan, bermula daripada Proton Saga 1985 sehinggalah Proton Inspira 2014. Sepertimana anda tahu, Proton mengambil asas platform Mitsubishi yang lama seperti Lancer, Eterna, Mirage, dan Galant sebelum merombak model-model ini menjadi model seperti Saga, Wira, Satria, Putra dan sebagainya. Oleh itu, maka tak hairanlah banyak pemilik Proton menukar enjin asal kereta mereka ke model yang lagi berkuasa.

Zamil SyaheerZamil Syaheer

Nov 26, 2020

Panduan kereta terpakai: RM 20k untuk Proton Preve. Masih bagus tapi banyak karenah?

Proton Preve Proton Preve merupakan antara usaha Proton untuk bersaing dalam pasaran sedan segmen C. Jenama Jepun yang selama ini mendominasi pasaran tersebut sedikit terkesan dengan penawaran Proton Preve iaitu sedan segmen C paling murah dalam zamannya. Hadir dengan pilihan enjin CamPro CFE Turbo melalui Proton Preve 1.6 CFE Turbo, model ini agak diminati golongan yang menggemari kelajuan. Hal ini diperkuatkan lagi dengan kehadiran kereta konsep Proton Preve R3 seiring warisan sukan permotoran

HarisHaris

Oct 26, 2020

I love the manual transmission but I don’t see the point in buying one

The #SaveTheManuals movement has been rather successful in the automotive world. Case in point, Porsche brought back the 6-speed manual transmission option in their 991.2 generation Porsche GT3 following public woes. I love driving cars with three pedals and a stick – regardless of power and performance. It gives you an additional layer of engagement and connection with the car which more often than not equates to ‘fun driving’. Rowing through the gears yourself is not just an exercise for your

Adrian ChiaAdrian Chia

Oct 9, 2019

Evolusi Proton Persona – Bolehkah ia mengungguli City dan Vios?

Pada era 90-an, pengguna lebih menggemari kereta jenis sedan. Maka itu, Proton Wira dibangunkan. Di United Kingdom, Wira dikenali sebagai Persona. Proton Satria pula dikenali sebagai Persona Compact. Model seperti Proton Putra pula dikenali sebagai Persona Coupe. Selama 2 generasi, Persona berada di dalam segmen C. Namun demikian, ia telah diubah pada tahun 2016 dimana ia dibangunkan berdasarkan Proton Iriz yang merupakan sebuah kereta segmen B. Setelah 27 tahun berada di dalam pasaran, Proton P

FaisalFaisal

Nov 6, 2020

New Subaru XV gets 2.5L engine for USA, 184 PS and 239 Nm engine

Subaru has officially revealed the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek, as the Subaru XV is known in the US. The updated Crosstrek now comes with a more powerful 2.5-litre, 184 PS and 239 Nm engine. New Powertrain- 30 PS and 42 Nm more than the current 2.0-litre engine While the base and Premium trims retain the same 2.0-litre engine as the 2020 model, the Sport and Limited trims will be getting a new 2.5-litre four-cylinder 184 PS and 239 Nm boxer engine borrowed from the current outgoing Forester and Outbac

BrianBrian

Jun 10, 2020

Missed opportunity: Where's the manual transmission 2020 Toyota Vios GR Sport?

One of the cars that stole last week's thunder was the 2020 Toyota Vios GR Sport. Since we first broke news of the car a couple of months ago and all the way up to our Closer Look post, one thing has got one trump card that people have been talking about - its '10-speed' gearbox. Pretty much for good reason too. Name us a few other cars that come with 10-speed gearboxes. There's the 2020 Ford Ranger Wildtrak, its beefier Ranger Raptor sibling and the way more expensive 2020 Lexus LC500 Convertib

SanjaySanjay

Dec 26, 2020

Toyota GR Supra finally gets a sweet manual transmission!

When Toyota launched the GR Supra, it kept the enthusiast scene buzzing – partially because Toyota worked with BMW to develop the Supra, but also because the GR Supra lacks a manual transmission. Tetsuya Tada, the chief engineer of the GR Supra threw a curveball, asking if Toyota should prioritize a manual version of the Supra, or should they develop a more powerful version. In the meantime, a tuner group called European Auto Group recently got their hands on the GR Supra and has started work on

EricEric

Oct 22, 2019

An EV with a fake manual transmission? It’s real! But… why?

China car brand Chery actually invented an electric vehicle (EV) that behaves like a manual car with shift points and it even stalls. It also adds a tachometer, clutch pedal, and a five-speed shifter. But why on earth did Chery invent an EV like this? The EV in question is known as a Chery New Energy eQ2 Driving School Version. Yes, the EV is invented to eliminate emissions from driving school vehicles. Even in Malaysia, a country with a population number that barely scratches the surface of Chi

JerricaJerrica

Jun 19, 2020

Imbau Kembali: Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing Edition, sentuhan R3 yang terakhir

Selain Proton Saga, Proton Satria juga merupakan ikon dalam jenama Proton. Ia telah wujud dari tahun 1994 hingga 2015. Sewaktu zaman kegemilangan Proton R3 (Race, Rally, Research), mereka telah membangunkan beberapa model terhad yang mempunyai keutuhan jiwa adrenalin. Kenderaan terakhir yang menerima pembangunan daripada R3 ialah Proton Satria Neo R3 Lotus Racing Edition. Hanya 25 unit sahaja yang dikeluarkan, dengan harga yang agak padu: RM 115,000. Untuk maklumat anda, Honda Civic 1.8 mempunya

FaisalFaisal

Sep 1, 2020

Perodua D55L tiada transmisi manual, tak ikut Daihatsu Rocky spec Indonesia?

Umum mengetahui bahawa Perodua D55L adalah model SUV yang dibangunkan berasaskan Toyota Raize dan Daihatsu Rocky. Ura-ura turut mengatakan bahawa Daihatsu Rocky akan dilancarkan di Indonesia selain pelancaran Perodua D55L untuk Malaysia tahun 2021 ini. Toyota Raize dan Daihatsu Rocky menggunakan transmisi CVT secara keseluruhan. Hal ini juga bermakna, berkemungkinan besar Perodua D55L juga akan menggunakan transmisi CVT. Justeru, Perodua D55L mungkin akan menjadi satu-satunya model Perodua sekar

HarisHaris

Jan 29, 2021