Bukit Tinggi is a small town that has become notable for its themed design based on the small French village, Colmar Tropicale. Looking for somewhere interesting to drive this weekend? Getting in your car and going on a road trip can be one of the best ways of getting to see the marvellous variety of […]

Have you seen a guy fumble through a kitchen, struggling to whip up a meal let alone a good one? Well, I won’t go into gender stereotyping as some really good cooks are men. Similarly, women (and guys, mind you!) can find the mechanics of a car challenging. Well what do I have to say […]

There are just a barrage of choices when it comes to headlamp choices for cars. And if you are shopping for a replacement for your existing headlamp, the task can be daunting. Whether it is a failed bulb, to increase visibility or even vanity, these are some things to consider when getting one. Since following […]

So, you’ve finally bought your first car! It’s a shiny, new Myvi. But it looks the same as any other Myvi out there! How? Can you change its looks and specs without getting in trouble? Short answer is yes. Long answer is, as long as you adhere to some basic guidelines here, you should not […]

There are many reasons why we may miss our scheduled car service. Whether it be our busy schedules, even setting aside the necessary funds or simply forgetting can result in dire situations where you may end up forking out more money than if you had serviced your car on time. The adage of “penny wise, […]

While it is probably true that both men and women encounter breakdowns equally, it is observed that men tend to react better or quicker to a breakdown than the ladies. There’s nothing more scary or troubling than a breakdown, especially if it’s on a busy road. What usually happens is a car stalls, and the […]

Driving in the hot and humid tropical climate in Malaysia makes air conditioning in your car a mandatory feature. Gone are the days of the swinging six-inch car fans, as I recall in the late 70s, just to move the same hot air around the cabin albeit a little faster. It is ever a wonder […]

Have you ever wondered what you could do if you didn’t need to rent a house or a room, or had a situation where you just needed to be closer to work for a short period of time? Or have a work trip that requires you to stay overnight in a few towns at a […]

One of the unfortunate road hazards one can face while driving is getting hit by a pebble or small stone onto your windscreen.  Though it is common sense to keep one’s distance from construction trucks or similar situations, there are just some instances that cannot be avoided. While moderns windscreens are robust and shatter resistant, […]

Car brakes work similar to bicycle brakes, where friction is applied from the brake pads to the bicycle tire’s rim or discs for a disc brake system. Over time, as you would expect the friction will generate some measure of wear and tear and even Different driving styles, traffic and road conditions also affect how […]