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Rolls-Royce Tests Worlds Biggest Commercial Aircraft Engine

The world’s largest geared turbofan, the UltraFan demonstrator, has been run for the first time by Rolls-Royce, beginning a long test programme that the engine manufacturer thinks will usher in a new era of more effective propulsion systems.

In 2014, the UltraFan concept was revealed to the public and features a gigantic geared design that is exclusive to Rolls-Royce and is not made by any rival company elsewhere in the world compared to other large engines from the company that are now in use. The test allows Rolls-Royce to demonstrate ghe feasibility of the engine at this scale while also providing a range of two-shaft, three-shaft, direct drive, and geared propulsion technologies to power future aircraft.

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PLUS To Hold Public Pilot Test Of ‘SmartLane’ On USJ-Seafield Route

To smoothen the movement of traffic on the USJ-Seafield route, especially during peak hours on the Central Link North-South Expressway(ELITE), PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) will hold a public pilot test of ‘SmartLane’ on the route involved starting tomorrow – June 1, 2023.

The test will be carried out in collaboration with the Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Road Transport Department (JPJ).

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BMW Malaysia Introduces New XM Label Red – 738hp, 997Nm For RM1,615,800!

The BMW XM Label Red made its world debut at the Auto Shanghai international motor show in April 2023 shortly after the XM was launched in Malaysia.

The BMW XM Label Red is designed to fulfil the promise of an even more potent and opulent take on BMW’s sheer driving pleasure. It offers over 50 complimentary colour customization options for optimum personalization.

The standard BMW XM produces 644hp and 799Nm of torque. The BMW XM Label Red on the other hand has 738hp and a whopping 997Nm of torque. As a result, the BMW XM Label is the most powerful BMW ever produced.

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Maserati To Kill The V8 Engine After 2023

The Maserati V8 engine family, a collection of 90-degree, naturally aspirated and later turbocharged, V8 engines have been created, developed, and produced by Maserati for nearly 45 years.

The V8RI, a racing variation, debuted in 1939 with the Maserati 5000 GT, a road-going derivative, following in 1959, and later the Maserati 3200 GT, which ended production in 2002.

Production of the engines, which had a displacement range of 3.2-6.46-litres, lasted until 2002. It was eventually replaced – but not to be confused with – by the Ferrari-Maserati engine, which was created entirely by Ferrari and utilised in a number of Maserati cars.

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Pre-Owned Mitsubishi Models Now Available At All Mitsubishi Dealers Nationwide

Max Certified, a used car programme that offers customers a smoother shopping experience for Mitsubishi pre-owned automobiles, was formally launched today by Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Malaysia.

Customers can trade in their current Mitsubishi models for a brand-new Mitsubishi through the Max Certified programme, which is available at all Mitsubishi Motors dealers across the country.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan Blue Shadow: An Inspiration From Space

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is the pinnacle of a full-sized luxury SUV. Even it’s name is derived from the Cullinan Diamond, the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever discovered.

Revealed in 2018, the front grille and the headlamps, which make up the majority of the Cullinan’s exterior design, took inspiration from the cutting-edge 8th-generation Rolls-Royce Phantom. New design leather-applied seats and wood features can be found inside. The vehicle also boasts brand-new leather “cocktail suit” camping seats that can be opened from the trunk, a first for its kind. And the Cullinan is the only Rolls-Royce that has a glass wall separating the passenger area from the cargo area.

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