Nissan has officially revealed the details of the 2012 Nissan GTR. There are 6 version for the 11MY GTR line up; The Pure edition, the black edition, Premium edition, SpecV, club track and EGOIST. The details on the club track edition is limited for the moment but according to Nissan, "the car allow drivers to experience the full performance potential of the GTR". The EGOIST is the high end version of the GTR which is created exclusively by Takumi ("master of great skill"). Customer can choose from 20 combination colors setting for the interior, a Wajima Maki-e steering wheel emblem and a Bose sound system which is exclusively tuned according to the driver position of each driver.

The new GTRs features refresh exterior which includes a reworked front bumper with double rectifier fins, LED daytime driving lights built integrated to the fins, an improved rear diffuser and a new wheels; a hyper blue black chrome wheels with Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST CTT tires. The GTR's engine has been reworked to improved the output and the torque. The engine now creates a 390kW/530ps with maximum torque of 612Nm. Despite the improvement in the engine output, fuel efficiency improves to 8.5km/L. The new GTR handling is now improved and more responsive with a revised front springs, aluminum free piston shock absorbers and a new strut bars installed. In addition the rear suspension has a modified roll center height which maximizes grip on the tires during hard cornering.














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Nissan Releases the 11MY Nissan GT-R
YOKOHAMA (October 18, 2010) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the 11MY Nissan GT-R, which goes on sale November 17th at Nissan dealers nationwide in Japan.

For 11MY, GT-R features improved engine output and torque, greater fuel efficiency, revised handling, a refreshed exterior with improved aerodynamics, revised interior treatment and new wheels and tires. The large number of enhancements for the new model year is part of the continuous advancement of the GT-R design, technology and performance since its debut in December 2007. Nissan has also enhanced the level of after-sales support for GT-R owners, providing even greater value for customers.

The "World of GT-R" expands again this year with the addition of a racing circuit use-only "Club Track" edition and an ultra-exclusive "EGOIST" version that can be custom-ordered according to the precise desires of each individual customer. The complete 11MY Nissan GT-R model lineup now includes six versions - the "Pure edition," "Black edition," "Premium edition," "SpecV," "Club Track" and "EGOIST" - allowing customers to choose the exact level of dynamic performance and style to meet their various needs.

The 11MY Nissan GT-R will also be released in North America, Europe and other regions after February 2011. Nissan is considering introducing EGOIST in Europe and the Middle East, and the Club Track edition in Europe as well.

11MY Nissan GT-R Overview
Developed under the theme of offering the "world's best multi-performance and responsive driving pleasure," every area of the GT-R has been carefully rethought or retuned for 11MY. The changes range from greater body stability and strength and improved aerodynamics performance to a sportier interior and enhanced performance. Following are the key enhancements of the creative GT-R design.

1. Mechanism
Engine and Transmission Enhancements

* By modifying the boost pressure of the turbocharger, valve timing and air mixture ratio, reducing intake air resistance by enlarging the inlet pipe diameter, and reducing exhaust air resistance through use of an enlarged section of exhaust pipe, fuel economy is improved to 8.5km/L (10-15 mode) or 8.6km/L (JC08 mode).

* At the same time, the engine output is significantly improved to 390kW(530ps)/6,400rpm with maximum torque of 612N?m(62.5kgf?m) from 3,200 to 6,000 rpm. A new red color engine cover is used to demonstrate its greater performance.

* Cleaner emissions are realized through adopting an ultra-low precious metal catalyst and ECM with high-capacity microprocessor - achieving SU-LEV certification levels (emitting 75% fewer emissions than Japan's 2005 exhaust emission standards).

* A new SAVE mode is adopted, which optimizes driving torque and modifies the shift schedule to improve actual fuel economy when driving highways or open roads. This mode also helps reduce ankle fatigue.

* Starting performance while selecting "R mode" for the transmission and VDC-R is improved.

* To control tight corner braking phenomenon, which can occur when starting the vehicle while turning the steering wheel, 2WD mode is added to temporarily shift to 2WD driving.

* When the vehicle speed is below 10km/h and the steering wheel is turned more than halfway.

Body Strengthening

* A highly rigid, lightweight strut supporting bar, made of carbon composite with aluminum honeycomb material, is installed in the partition wall of the engine compartment. By linking the right and left struts to quickly receive suspension input, the vehicle body's responsiveness to driving operation is enhanced.

* An additional support member is installed in the passenger side of the instrument panel. Responsiveness of the vehicle body is further improved by enhanced rigidity for connection with the engine compartment.

* For further production accuracy, the fitting precision of the body panels is enhanced and a higher-precision G sensor is utilized in checking the instrument panel during the vibration testing of each vehicle body.

Suspension and Braking Modifications

* For the front suspension, the lever ratio of the springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bar is modified to improve the vertical load response of the tires. Front caster angle is increased from 5°35 to 6°00 to improve tire road holding ability when turning and stability while driving straight.

* For the rear suspension, toe performance is modified by changing the roll center height to a lower position in order to improve tire grip while making turns and to better communicate driving feel.

* An aluminum free-piston shock absorber design is newly developed which generates more precise damping force to constantly provide stable road holding and a load shift that quickly responds to driver's intention. Reduced friction in the shock absorbers provides high quality, smooth ride comfort.

* A thin, large-diameter rotor (Φ390) developed uniquely by Nissan is adopted to improve braking force, fade resistance, pedal control ability and extend brake rotor life for sporty driving.

Wheels and Tires

* The 11MY GT-R also features newly designed, lighter weight and more rigid forged aluminum-alloy wheels. Made by Rays, the wheels help improve tire responsiveness to vertical load. Knurling inside the wheel is modified to avoid deviation of tire rotation direction caused by the higher engine output. On the wheel surface, a new Hyper Blue Black Chrome color is adopted, which expresses high quality and high-performance feel. The wheels' deep gloss is created by utilization of a five-layer coating process.

* The Dunlop SP SPORT MAXX GT 600 DSST CTT tires have a new compound to improve tire grip. With renewed structure and improved tread and sidewall rigidity, straight-line stability in rutted roads is enhanced.

2. Design
Exterior and aerodynamics

* Even with GT-R's already intense and stable form, its world-leading aerodynamics performance is further improved through a number of significant enhancements. Downforce is increased by about 10%, while the coefficient of drag is further reduced from 0.27 to 0.26.

* Stability is improved by enlarged bumper and grille openings

* The front bumper is newly designed with double rectifier fins and Hyper Daylight with a large-diameter reflecting surface and high intensity white-color LED lights. The design increases front downforce by about 10%, while also reducing air resistance inside the engine compartment. The volume of air that passes through the radiator and cools down the front brakes is also increased.

* Additional plated parts are used for headlight inner panels, enhancing the car's strong presence.

* The redesigned rear bumper features a lower center of gravity than the previous design, created by a sculptured lower portion and extended length. Underfloor cooling performance is enhanced with air resistance reduced by extending a rear diffuser.

* Cooling performance for the muffler is improved and rear downforce is increased by about 10% through use of a new rear bumper air outlet, which helps remove air in the rear wheelhouses.

* A newly designed tailpipe finisher with enlarged diameter is adopted. Rear high-intensity LED fog lamps are provided as standard equipment to help improve visibility from vehicles behind in rainy or snowy conditions.

* Six exterior colors are available, including two new colors: Meteo Flake Black Pearl (2P) and Aurora Flare Blue Pearl (2P). (Both are special colors.)

Interior

* A newly shaped instrument panel pad and navigation system display finisher are adopted, with stitch lines changed to express an enhanced quality feel.

* Real carbon center cluster finisher is used, along with matte black finished switches.

* The GT-R emblem at the center of the steering wheel has a new velour-like coating, expressing a glossy texture. For the paddle shift, a coating exposing the magnesium base material is applied.

* Chrome-plated rings in the console and air-conditioner outlets are finished with a new black smoky coating, expressing greater sportiness.

Seat

* Seats for Pure edition and Premium edition provide an improved level of comfort and safety while cornering. In addition, fatigue levels are reduced for the thighs and lower back by changing the shape, extending the length of seating surface and refurbishing the cushion stroke. A new seatback design seatback is adopted to improve fit.

* The Black edition has leather-appointed bucket seats using a Recaro design based on the structure of Pure edition and Premium edition seats.

SpecV
Modifications applicable only to the SpecV are as follows:

* Engine modifications are the same as the base model with improved maximum power output and torque, as well as enhanced fuel economy, except maximum torque is improved to 612N?m(62.5kgf?m)/ 3,200?6,000rpm (632N?m(64.5kgf?m)/ 3,600?5,600rpm). (Figures in parenthesis are when high geared boost is used.)

* To improve abrasion resistance and stability in racing circuit driving, rear brake pad material is changed and VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) balance under braking is modified.

* Dunlop SP SPORT MAXX GT 600 DSST CTT tire is adopted as a standard feature.

* Special Rays lightweight aluminum forging wheels for the SpecV are adopted from the previous model with the color changed to Metallic Black.

Club Track edition
The Club Track edition, developed exclusively for racing circuit use, allows drivers to experience the full performance potential of the Nissan GT-R. Special parts for racing circuit driving are installed by the Authorised Servicefactory Association, which is also in charge of the distribution. A wide range of events and activities for Club Track edition owners will be held as well, including one-on-one competition training sessions given by professional drivers and special races organized mainly by the Nissan GT-R Authorised Servicefactory Association.



EGOIST
EGOIST is the first and only Nissan GT-R in the world exclusively created by Takumi, or "master with greatest skills." Each customer can choose a combination of interior colors among 20 choices. In addition, the Bose® sound system is exclusively tuned according to the driving position of each driver to meet every customer's needs. This is the ultimate expression of the Nissan GT-R.

Interior
Customers can choose a combination of interior colors among 20 choices, four upper area interior colors and 10 lower area interior colors. Interior parts are sent to Seton Company, Inc. Muelheim an der Ruhr in Germany and leather master craftsmen sew and stick carefully selected leather by hand.

Seats
Seats are an exclusive quilted design with single and double stitching combined in a reticular pattern. Enhanced body grip performance (suitable for racing circuit driving), smoothness and fit are all provided.

Wajima Lacquer (Maki-e) Emblem
Wajima Maki-e with deep coloring and glaze created by Mr. Sakae Kubota, an accredited traditional craftsman for Japanese lacquer, is used for the GT-R emblem at the center of the steering wheel. The beautiful coloring of Maki-e changes as time goes by.

Bose® Precision Sound System
Specially developed carbon composite-based woofers, which can cancel vibrations through their high rigidity and damping, are installed. In addition, sound quality is adjusted by Bose® exclusively for each owner, depending on individual driving position.

Carbon Rear Spoiler
EGOIST adopts a dry carbon rear spoiler (also used in the SpecV). Providing stable aerodynamic performance, even when driving at more than 300km/h, the rear spoiler gives an intense look in the rear with its black carbon color.

RAYS Forged Aluminum-Alloy Wheels
Lightweight and highly rigid forged aluminum-alloy wheels, also used in the SpecV, reduce unsprung weight and help provide a supple ride feel. Newly developed five-layer Blue Sword Chrome Color Coating is adopted.

Titanium Exhaust System
EGOIST uses a Titanium exhaust system, also used in the SpecV, providing agile accelerator response and a clear, exhilarating exhaust sound.

Manufacturer'sSuggested Retail Price (including consumption tax)
Grade Price (yen)
GT-R Pure edition GR6-type dual clutch transmission -8,694,000
GT-R Black edition -9,303,000
GT-R Premium edition -9,450,000
GT-R Spec V -15,750,000
GT-R EGOIST 15,000,300

[Source: Nissan]

Saturday, 16th October 2010- Premier Automobiles Sdn Bhd the sole Ford dealer in Brunei announced the upcoming Ford October Fest 2010 event during a press conference at its Beribi showroom.

The winning brothers’ team of Azrin & Azman Latiff of the inaugural quattro Cup Brunei 2010 held recently in August has scored well at the World Finals in Sardinia, Italy which has just concluded on 12.10.2010.
They scored an impressive 78 to secure 2nd place in Group B apparently only losing one point to the top scoring team from China, nevertheless still beating out 30 other teams from around the world in the 20th annual edition of the world’s largest amateur golf tournament- Audi quattro Cup.
In gross results the Latiff brothers came in 14th placing out of 60 teams invited from around the globe, this year the tournament which utilises the unique game modus of Select drive alternate shot (Greensome Stableford) was held at the exclusive Pervero Club in Sardinia, Italy. Pevero was officially recognized as one of the best courses in the world (Ranked by Golf Magazine in the top fifty in the world).

T.C.Y. Motors Sdn Bhd the sole importer/distributor of the Audi brand in Brunei Darussalam is the main organiser of the quattro Cup Brunei charity tournament, 142 local golfers participated over 3 days in August with one very lucky golfer winning an Audi A3 Sportback worth $53,000 in the lucky draw for golfers.

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Before you is the latest luxury hybrid vehicle by Lexus, the Lexus CT200h. This is Lexus 1st hatchback segment and it comes with a Lexus hybrid technology. The CT200h is a 5 door hybrid and it was recently unveiled at the 80th Geneva International Motor show. This is a prototype and currently it is on tour in Brisbane, Australia. The production model is set to be available early 2011.


Under the hood is a Lexus 1.8litre 4 cylinder Atkinson Cycle VVT-i petrol engine working together with a high output electric motor. Quite simply, this car operates super silent and that is what we want in a luxury vehicle. The question is, are we going to see this car on Brunei road next year?





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The CT200h was designed to open the way for a new Lexus era by combining the dynamism of sporty driving performance and styling with outstanding environmental performance, resulting in an experience that captivates driver and passenger alike.

A newly developed high-rigidity body and strong yet flexible suspension, together with Lexus Hybrid Drive, are the basis for exhilarating handling performance and the pursuit of top-of-its-class environmental performance.

The vehicle has precise response thanks to its easily selectable Sport, Eco and other driving modes, while a sophisticated cockpit offers clear visibility and operability that enhances driving pleasure.

Vehicle Outline

The newly developed high-rigidity body, along with enhanced suspension and a package with a low centre of gravity, ensures superior handling and cruising stability as well as a comfortable ride. Also, carefully positioned, low-hip-point seats and other features augment driving pleasure.

The 1.8-litre Atkinson-cycle combustion engine is combined with an electric motor to create a hybrid system optimised for the CT200h.

The CT200h offers the standard driving mode that balances power with fuel efficiency, as well as different driving modes that modify control of the hybrid system, vehicle stability control and electric power steering, thus transforming both the driving style and the cabin mood.

• Sport Mode offers direct response and quick acceleration, while Eco Mode combines emphasised fuel efficiency with comfortable driving
• Gauge illumination turns red in Sport Mode and blue in Eco Mode; tachometer as well as Hybrid System Indicator light up in Eco Mode
• Vehicle also equipped with EV (electric vehicle) mode for quiet operation that uses motor only.

A refined exterior design based on the Lexus L-finesse design philosophy evokes the dynamic driving performance of the vehicle.
• Wheels with wide-tread, low-profile tyres create striking, road-hugging impression
• Forward-positioned quarter pillars express the cabin’s forward motion and compactness, while the long roof extending to rear of vehicle contributes to aerodynamic performance and rear-seat comfort
• Lexus’ unique “arrowhead” profile expresses depth and air-flow, while lowered grille emphasises resoluteness.

The sophisticated cockpit is designed to lessen the need for physical movement and enhance the driver’s line of vision, and features two distinct zones: an information-filled Display Zone and a function-control Operation Zone. The Operation Zone controls, including shift knob and Remote Touch, are within easy reach of the driver to enhance operability and create a sporty driving space.

CT200h Main Specifications (European-market version)

Length/width/height: 4,320 mm/1,765 mm/1,430 mm
Wheelbase: 2,600 mm
Tracks: front, rear: 1,525 mm (17-inch wheels)
Engine: 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine
Battery: Nickel-metal hydride
Transmission: Electric continuously variable transmission
Powertrain: Front engine, front-wheel drive
Suspension: Front - MacPherson struts; Rear - Double wishbone

[Press release source: Lexus]

Apparently the next big thing from Lexus is not a car, but it is one of the advanced looking driving simulators ever built. The purpose of the driving simulator is to aid the need for better understanding of driver behaviour. The goal is to minimize accident.

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Brunei is home to the upcoming notorious Nissan R35 GTR with the new HKS GT800 kit. The local speed shop, SHH PRO shop is the 1st to install the HKS GT800 kit in Brunei. The kit itself features a HKS in house design and manufacturing "special GT II turbine", special heat resistance cast metal exhaust manifold and compact & lightweight GT II wastegate to ensure precision boost control. If all goes well this kit is able to produce a serious 800ps and more than 100kg-m of torque.

TCY Motors introduced the new facelift Audi Q7 3.0TDI quattro 8-speed tiptronic SUV in mid-January and with just a soft marketing campaign has become one of its most in demand models, so in demand that only now a unit is available for today’s press/media introduction.

The Audi Q7 combines sportiness and driveability on virtually any surface with design, emotion and comfort in unprecedented fashion. The Audi Q7 can therefore rightly lay claim to being the first third-generation premium SUV – a genuine performance SUV.

The product improvement builds on these established strengths and blends them with state-of-the-art technology. The new Audi Q7 also stands out for its environmental compatibility and efficiency, at the same time as offering even greater multifunctional luxury and a discreetly revised design.