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The Brabus 930: Mad Cousin Of The Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E-Performance

The Brabus 930 is the most potent supercar the aftermarket expert has ever produced. Given that it is based on the Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance, which was introduced in Malaysia this year, this shouldn’t be all that surprising.

Exterior

The exterior has been improved by Brabus with its numerous matte or glossy carbon components that improve the car’s aerodynamics. The front end features a front spoiler, huge air intake caps, and a more breathable grille. The car’s Monoblock Z Platinum Edition 10-spoke wheels, which are 21 inches in the front and 22 inches in the back, are also installed by the tuner which are wrapped in Continental SportContact 7 rubber.

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Viral Photo Of FF2 Number Plate Is Fake!

A manipulated image of a Perodua Bezza with the licence plate FF 2 went viral. Datuk Zailani Hashim, director-general of the Road Transport Department, stated that investigations showed the vehicle’s original plate number to be KFF 2 and not FF2, according to Harian Metro.

He acknowledged that a netizen had probably changed part of the plate number in the viral image. In a recent auction for the new “FF” series of plate numbers, the FF2 plate number was sold for RM638,000.

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Another Lorry Driver High On Drugs Causes Havoc On Highway

Due to some drivers’ decisions to drive carelessly and even disregard road safety, lorry drivers in Malaysia, unfortunately, do have a terrible reputation.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that foreigners will not be permitted to drive trailer lorries despite pressure from the industry to allow them to do so in order to tackle driver shortage issues.

But does that make a difference? A recent video that was recorded via dashcams showing a trailer driver driving recklessly on Federal Highway went viral.

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Am Radio Is Still Relevant

According to some news portals, major carmakers Ford, Tesla, Volkswagen, Volvo, Polestar and others have begun phasing out AM Radio. But this has not been received well by some parties including the authorities.

The big news about AM came via a social media post by Ford CEO Jim Farley following a barrage of criticism from politicians and customers alike. Everyone was concerned about the fact that many emergency notifications are broadcast on AM radio stations.

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New BMW 5 Series Gets AirConsole Gaming Platform

A unique kind of in-car gaming will be made available for the first time in the new BMW 5 Series thanks to a partnership between the BMW Group and the game platform AirConsole. While the car is still, the driver and passengers can spend the time by playing ‘casual games’. The AirConsole app will progressively be made available in other BMW automobiles in addition to the new BMW 5 Series that was just launched.

N-Dream AG is a Zurich-based firm that is revolutionising the video game business and is the creator of AirConsole. AirConsole is driving the advancement of casual gaming in automobiles in collaboration with BMW.

A special BMW i5 with a distinctive gaming aesthetic created by BMW Group Design is being unveiled in conjunction with the debut of the new BMW 5 Series. Technically and aesthetically, this livery turns the BMW 5 Series saloon into the ideal gaming station.

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Cyclists Tour Around Ipoh With Isuzu

Around 750 cyclists took advantage of a Sunday morning without any cars to explore Ipoh city and its surroundings. The cyclists took part in the Isuzu Fun Ride 2023, which was organised by Weng Fatt Otomobil, one of Isuzu Malaysia’s authorised dealers, in conjunction with the company’s recently-completed 3S Centre.

The event was officially kicked off by Pasir Pinji assemblyman YB Goh See Hua, Isuzu Malaysia CEO Shunsuke Okazoe, COO Kenkichi Sogo, and Weng Fatt Otomobil Director Cheng Kah Yik. The latter two later joined the riders for a shorter 3-kilometre ride.

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