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Driving And Motorcycle Licence Theory Tests Merged Beginning September

A new rule that will be put into effect on September 15 2023, will eliminate the need for learners to take separate examinations to get a motorcycle and driving licence.

According to Anthony Loke, the minister of transport, this choice was taken in response to public comments and demands. This process was once used, however, it was later modified to the one that is now in use. But it has now been decided to go back to the previous course of action.

However, applicants will need to go through separate circuit and on-the-road exams for motorbike and car licences. As a result, people who already hold a motorbike licence will no longer need to take a theoretical test, but they will still need to pass a circuit and road test in order to get their driver’s licence.

According to Loke, the curriculum for driving lessons will be integrated, and candidates will study motorbike and car handling theories at the same time. The public will gain from this new rule since they won’t have to take another set of six-hour sessions in order to obtain their licences.

Subaru Motorsports USA Reveals New WRX Rally Monster

The all-new WRX rally car from Subaru Motorsports USA is unveiled for the American Rally Association (ARA) Championship’s Open 4WD division. As we all know, Subaru no longer takes part in the World Rally Championships (WRC) and they haven’t been involved since 2008. However, it continues to take part in regional competitions like the ARA.

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Volkswagen Replaces The “I” In GTI With A Lightning Bolt

Volkswagen values the GTI name highly, thus it looks like that the acronym’s meaning will need to change as a result of the new emblem seen above. As is already public knowledge, Volkswagen plans to convert its entire line-up to fully electric models soon. Currently, GTI refers to “Grand Touring Injection,” with the final component clearly referencing fuel injection. As such, that name may have to change, or does it?

However, Volkswagen will update the GTI emblem, adding a lightning bolt in place of the last letter. No, it does not mean “The Flash”, it simply means that the GTI moniker will live on in this new electric era. Does this mean that the GTX designation that high-performance VW EVs now carry may be dropped?

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KKR To Launch Campaign On Road Infrastructure Safety

Under the Madani framework, the Works Ministry (KKR) will start a nationwide campaign focusing on road infrastructure safety and accompanying equipment, such as lamps and signage.

The programme will also include attempts to address additional problems with road equipment in addition to the primary problem of damaged or pothole-filled roads.

In Malaysia, the issue of potholed roads, infrastructural issues, issues with lamps, and issues with signs are nothing new. Nanta Linggi, the works minister, stated that road users routinely raise this issue to the media and on social media. This is one of the things he has been underlining to everyone in the ministry ever since he set foot in the KKR.

In order to track potholes on federal roads in Peninsular Malaysia using an app for smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers, JKR also developed a pothole monitoring application system (ASaPP) in 2021. Any complaints regarding pothole repairs will be recorded in the ASaPP system, which is accessible to all parties concerned, and any discovered potholes will be promptly repaired and reported there.

Further details on the campaign will soon be available.

Maserati Project24 Now Has An Official Name: MCXtrema

When it was first unveiled as a project back in 2022, Maserati named it the Project24. Now, as a remembrance of the Maserati MC20, the Project24 gets the name MCXtrema.

It first appeared as a set of drawings showing a significantly altered MC20 with additional wings and scoops. Maserati had stated that Project24’s 3.0-litre V6 will get new turbochargers, but it recently came to light that the engine currently makes 730hp without any kind of road-legalisation.

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Porsche 911 S/T: A 60th Anniversary Limited Model For Purists!

Porsche has created a sports car dedicated to purists to commemorate the special anniversary of the classic 911 sports car: The 911 S/T.

The moniker distinguishes the new 911 S/T as the offspring of a first-generation 911 model that was especially performance-focused. Porsche began offering a unique race-specific 911 S in 1969. These vehicles were referred to as 911 ST internally. Acceleration, braking, traction, and cornering grip were all greatly enhanced by changes to the chassis, wheels, engine, and body. These versions did not yet make use of large spoilers or other aerodynamic aids.

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