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    Exclusive Honda’s 6th Gen CR-V A Power-Packed Leap into SUV Excellence with 7 Striking Features

    In a significant announcement, Honda’s Malaysian subsidiary declared the imminent arrival of the latest addition to its SUV lineup – the all-new CR-V. This sixth-generation model, boasting a perfect blend of fearlessness and quality, is set to redefine the SUV segment in Malaysia.

    Marking the commencement of a new era for Honda enthusiasts, the company officially opened pre-orders for the CR-V on November 15, 2023. Excitement is building as the much-anticipated SUV is scheduled to hit the Malaysian market in December, offering a fresh perspective on sophistication and performance.

    The CR-V has long been Honda’s flagship crossover SUV since its inception in 1995. Now, with the unveiling of the sixth generation, the model continues to evolve with sporty specifications and cutting-edge technology. Notably, this iteration introduces a 1.5-liter turbo engine alongside the innovative e:HEV (e: HEV) system, a full hybrid system utilizing a 2-liter engine. The e:HEV specification promises a dynamic driving experience, coupling a naturally aspirated engine with an electric motor, incorporating efficient power management, and featuring battery power regeneration technology.

    One standout feature of the new CR-V is its commitment to environmental sustainability and fuel efficiency. The hybrid model is designed to optimize power delivery across various driving conditions, ensuring optimal performance while minimizing fuel consumption and environmental impact. Honda’s latest generation connected function, “Honda CONNECT,” adds a modern touch to the SUV, enhancing convenience and connectivity for drivers.

    Safety is paramount in the new CR-V, with Honda SENSING advanced driving support technology now standard across all grades. This elevates the SUV into a high-end category, offering not only a spacious interior for seven passengers but also ensuring their safety and comfort on every journey.

    Hironobu Yoshimura, President and CEO of Honda Malaysia, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “Redesigned as a comprehensive SUV package, the new 6th generation CR-V once again sets a new benchmark in the SUV segment as Malaysians seek an SUV that embodies elegance and confidence while offering an exhilarating driving experience.”

    While the sales price for the new CR-V in Malaysia is yet to be disclosed, pre-orders are currently being accepted, and the actual vehicles are being showcased in various locations. For context, the current fifth-generation CR-V is priced from 146,900 ringgit, approximately equivalent to 4,556,000 yen. Honda enthusiasts and SUV enthusiasts alike eagerly await the official launch, anticipating a new era of elegance, confidence, and cutting-edge technology with the arrival of the all-new CR-V in Malaysia.

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    Lexus will launch the new LBX in 2023

    Lexus will launch the new LBX in 2023. This small SUV, which Lexus is on a mission to change the hierarchy of luxury cars, made its world premiere in Milan, Italy. Various manufacturers, including Toyota, have proposed small luxury cars in the past, but without success, and Lexus has decided to take the challenge head-on. Akio Toyoda was the key to the creation of this car.
    Lexus has unveiled its new model, the LBX, which is a small luxury car that is quite different from the Yaris Cross. The design team wanted to create a car with good proportions and packaging, and President Sato encouraged them to take risks. The LBX has a compact but emotional design with a low center of gravity and a seamless grill. The car is 4190mm long, 1825mm wide, and 1560mm high in Europe, but in Japan, it is 1550mm high with a shark fin antenna. The LBX has a condensed and bold form with short overhangs and tires placed at the four corners.
    Lexus has unveiled its new model, the LBX, which is a small luxury car with unique proportions. The interior features the TAZUNA cockpit design from the NX model, but with a different concept and design for better visibility. The quality of the materials and design is high, despite the need to balance with the price point of a smaller model. The driving position has been adjusted for a better sense of unity with the car, and while the LBX is technically based on the GA-B platform, it has been heavily customized for this specific model.
    Lexus has unveiled its new model, the LBX, which is a small luxury car that differs greatly from the Yaris Cross. The LBX offers a bespoke build system that allows for 330,000 possible combinations. The luggage space is designed to fit a golf bag, but longer drivers may not fit. The LBX has a hybrid powertrain with a 1.5L engine and bipolar nickel-hydrogen battery, which can produce a system output of 100 kW. The LBX has a focus on electric driving and offers a “rich electric” driving experience.

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    Daihatsu’s Xenia Minivan Exciting Reactions Unveiled in 4 Key Insights

    Daihatsu’s Indonesian subsidiary showcased the seven-seater minivan “Seniab” at the Indonesia International Auto Show 2024, held from May 29 to June 2, 2024. The Senia garnered attention for its stylish design, comprehensive features, and affordable pricing.

    The Xenia, a three-row minivan, has been a favorite since its debut in 2004. The current model available is the third generation, introduced in 2021. This latest Xenia displayed is slightly larger than the Toyota Sienta in Japan and boasts unique features like hinged doors for the rear seats.

    Its exterior showcases an angular design conveying toughness, while the interior sports a sporty finish with eye-catching red accents. The Xenia offers two powertrain choices: a 1.3L engine producing 97.9 horsepower and 12.4 kgm of torque, and a 1.5L engine with 106 horsepower and 14.1 kgm of torque, each available with a 5-speed MT or CVT transmission.

    The vehicle has sparked various reactions on Japanese social media platforms. Common comments praise the packaging, with statements like “I needed a car like this as our family has grown,It’s the perfect size for me,”I’m surprised it has a manual transmission with a 1.5L engine and Hinged doors would be a great addition.

    There are also voices expressing a desire for the Senia to be launched in Japan, with requests like Please bring the Senia to Japan too! Although there has been no official announcement from Daihatsu regarding the introduction of the Xenia in Japan, the enthusiastic response suggests there could be demand if it were to be introduced in the Japanese market.

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    Toyota Unveils 2nd-Gen new C-HR with Positive Power: Starting at 5.71 Million Yen

    Toyota Unveils 2nd-Gen new C-HR with Positive Power   2023.11.21( Toyota CH-R) by RAI STAR   Toyota C-HR 2nd Generation Debuts With Bold Design and Electrified Power Toyota C-HR 2nd generation has officially arrived, opening a new chapter for Toyota’s stylish compact SUV. On November 15, 2023, Toyota’s German subsidiary revealed the all-new second-generation C-HR,…

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    Suzuki’s new Jimny 5-door is about to be released with high pre-order numbers indicating its popularity

    Suzuki’s new “Jimny 5-door” is about to be released, with high pre-order numbers indicating its popularity. The new compact SUV “Fronx” will also be released soon. Suzuki’s Indian subsidiary, Maruti Suzuki, announced that its luxury brand “NEXA” has sold a total of 2 million units. The Jimny series is a compact 4WD that is active in 194 countries and regions worldwide. The new Jimny 5-door model, which is a 5-door version of the Jimny Sierra, was unveiled at the “Auto Expo 2023” in India on January 12. The difference from the 3-door model is that the wheelbase has been extended by 340mm to add a rear door, providing more legroom and cargo space. The exterior features a unique chrome-plated 5-slot grille with special rear seats and interior. The release date is imminent.

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    Nissan “Skyline RS Turbo” from the 80s!

    Soaring Popularity of Old Japanese Cars! Even with a mileage of over 200,000km, it sold for 3.4 million yen! Sold in Australia for $3,400,000 for a Nissan “Skyline RS Turbo” from the 80s!

    Superb R30 Skyline RS Turbo Western Police Spec!
     Collecting Cars is an auction site of the same name run by its own company, and is an auctioneer of cars from all over the world, including Germany, Australia, and the UK.

    Still cool! View images of the R30 Nissan “”Skyline RS Turbo”” that sold .

     In November 2022, a Nissan “”Skyline”” was put up for auction and sold for A$36,000 (about 3.4 million Japanese yen).

    Nissan “”Skyline RS Turbo”” sold at auction

     The Skyline auctioned this time is a 1983 “”Skyline 2-door Hardtop 2000 Turbo RS.

     It is an RS series, the highest model of the 6th generation Skyline (R30) released in 1981, and is an early model “”Newman”” just before the minor change in 1983 when it was changed to the commonly known “”Iron Mask”” face.

     The engine is a 2-liter DOHC inline 4-cylinder “”FJ20ET”” turbo engine. The transmission is a 5-speed manual, but in addition, this unit has a new gearbox with cross-ratio gears and a NISMO shift knob.

     The exterior color of the exhibited car is two-tone red and black, with a decal on the side that reads “”4VALVE DOHC RS-TURBO.

     It has also been customized with 15-inch Work aluminum wheels and an external front spoiler reminiscent of the “”Machine RS-1,”” a special vehicle that appeared in the “”Seibu Keisatsu”” TV drama series that was broadcast in Japan when the car was new.

     The interior is finished in the same red and black fabric as the exterior, and the red and black checkered floor mats are eye-catching. The instrument panel parts are in very good condition, and the manual window regulator, which is now a nostalgic feature, speaks to the car’s age.

     The engine has been replaced with new rings, valves, and gaskets, and the air conditioning and fuel systems have been overhauled.

     Also accompanying this exhibit is the owner’s manual, genuine leather DR30RS folder, and maintenance history.

     The mileage is not low at 200,000 km, but the fact that the sale was concluded at the price of approximately 3.4 million yen (converted to Japanese yen) even with that much mileage shows the trust in Japanese cars at that time and the growing popularity of the Skyline overseas.

     The auction area is Airport West in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

     The auction site has 138 high-resolution images and videos of the car, which provide a very detailed view of the car.

     The unit offered in this auction was sold on November 2, 2022 for A$36,000 (about 3.4 million Japanese yen).

     The 6th generation Skyline RS was loved by many car enthusiasts, and we can confirm that several used cars have been sold in Japan.

     Depending on the condition, the price is around 2.5 to 3 million yen, and if we take into account the fact that this unit was sold at an auction, the price is higher than in Japan.

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