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The next generation Honda Civic according to emerging reports will drop Honda fans into a frenzy in 2011.

Similar to the present car, the 2011 Honda Civic will use a 150 hp 1.5-liter petrol engine, about 20 more than the current one. A diesel version and an improved hybrid model will form the lineup.

The concept-like Civic introduced in India in 2005 and became a successful premium car. Another feat it achieved was it showed Toyota how to design the Corolla to match its sales and keep the charm from slipping away. The Corolla Altis‘ design engineers had to go back to the design table and redesign the car. It was the Civic’s design that forced them to.



The Honda Civic might be a new kid on the Indian block but three decades of service overseas. Some even say this car gave Honda the identity which new car manufacturers are dying to attain.

The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) would like to refer to the issues raised by the public on the mandatory annual inspection as a requirement for road tax renewal for all vehicles aged 15 years or above and the gradual phase-out of imported used parts and components under the National Automotive Policy (NAP) Review announced on 28 October 2009.

2. On the mandatory annual inspection, the Government, through the Ministry of Transport (MOT), will formulate a roadmap for the implementation of Vehicle End-of-Life Policy (ELV) by taking into consideration the views of all parties through consultations with consumer associations and Non-Government Organisations (NGOs).

3. MITI’s Secretary General, Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat reiterated that “the effective date for the implementation of the mandatory annual inspection is not on 1 January 2010 as reported in some media. The Government will announce the effective date of the mandatory annual inspection once the roadmap for the implementation of ELV is completed”. He added that “the main objective for the introduction of the mandatory annual inspection is to ensure that vehicles are safe and road-worthy”.

4. The implementation of the mandatory inspection is not meant to phase-out old vehicles that are more than 15 years. The vehicles are allowed to be on the road should they passed the inspection and road-worthy tests. Even now, the mandatory inspection is being implemented for the transfer of ownership of personal vehicles and road tax renewals for commercial vehicles.

5. At present , there are 2.7 million or 14.5 per cent passenger vehicles aged more than 10 years on the road. Compared with countries such as Australia, United States, Korea, Indonesia, Thailand and India, Malaysia has a very low vehicle scrap rate and relatively high average vehicle age.

6. The gradual phase-out of imported used parts and components will be effective in June 2011. This measure is only applicable for imported used parts and components. It is in line with the long term objective of the Government to prohibit the importation of used automotive products which are sub-standard and unsafe.

MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND INDUSTRY
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
30 OKTOBER 2009

source : miti

Petaling Jaya, 26 August 2009 - Honda Malaysia today announced that all models distributed by the company are compatible with petrol RON95 (Research Octane Number 95). The Company announced this following the government's decision to increase the price of RON97, along with the introduction of a more affordable option, RON95, which will replace RON92. The new fuel is available at RM1.80 per litre effective 1st September 2009.



As RON97 is most commonly used, many are doubtful in switching to fuel with lower RON. Honda Malaysia assured all Honda drivers that RON95 should not affect any model distributed by its authorised dealers with the exception of Civic Type R.

"Since 2001, all Honda cars require a minimum RON91, hence, any number above the minimum RON is safe. The switch therefore will not affect the performance and fuel efficiency of the vehicle. Compromisation of performance and fuel efficiency will only occur when the RON is lower than the minimum requirement," said Mr. Toru Takahashi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Malaysia.

"Except for Civic Type R, of which we recommend RON97 because of its high performance engine. A higher RON will thus produce more power for this performance sedan. Otherwise, the performance and fuel consumption may be affected," he added.

In the event when fuel with lower RON is used, a condition called engine knocking will happen, which will result in reduced performance and fuel efficiency.

In order to prevent engine knocking, all models from Honda Malaysia are equipped with knock sensors. Knock sensors are detectors that signal engine operation to slow down the ignition timing (spark plug action) in case of engine knocking, which would consequently affect the vehicle's performance and fuel efficiency. These knock sensors can also run on fuel with a minimum octane number of 91.

For models distributed before 2001 or distributed by non-authorised Honda dealers, owners are advised to cross check the vehicle's minimum RON requirement by referring to their owner's manual.

For more information, please visit www.honda.com.my or call 1-800-88-2020 for more information.



Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What exactly is RON?

RON stands for Research Octane Number, which measures the quality of fuel. It represents the fuel's ability to resist premature & uncontrolled combustion that occurs when fuel pre-ignites before the ignition spark plug.

2. What is engine knocking?

Engine knocking is caused by self-ignition of the fuel or air mixture, which is a result of using RON levels that is lower than the minimum requirement.

3. What is the minimum RON requirement of my Honda Car?

For all Honda cars produced in year 2001 onwards, the minimum RON requirement is 91. Honda cars are equipped with 'Knock Sensors' that detect the octane quality of the fuel used, enabling it to automatically adjust spark timing to prevent engine knocking.

We advice drivers that bought their cars from non-authorised dealers to check their owner's manual for minimum RON requirement.

4. Type-R RON Issue

It is recommended to use RON97 for Civic Type R because of its high performance engine, as it was tested in Japan with RON100 for optimum engine performance. Please note that this engine version with knock control can also run on fuel with a minimum octane number of 91; but performance and fuel consumption are affected as a result.

5. What is a Knock Sensor? Are all Honda cars equipped with Knock Sensors?

A knock sensor is a detector, which identifies engine knocking during spark ignition. When engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor signals the engine operation to slow down the ignition timing that will eliminate the knock, which may result in some power loss.

All Honda cars are equipped with Knock Sensor.

6. What fuel should I use & what RON works best for my car?

As long as the fuel used is not below the minimum RON requirement (RON91), it will be appropriate for all Honda Cars.

7. What is the effect to the engine if petrol of a different RON is mixed together?

As long as the fuel meets or exceeds the minimum RON required by the engine, mixing is fine & should not damage your engine. (except Civic Type R, recommended RON97). However, do note that different fuel brands come with different levels & types of additives, so mixing different fuels may not provide the optimum performance & efficiency for your vehicle.

8. Do I have to always pick the highest octane rating petrol for my vehicle?

Anything above the minimum RON requirement, which is RON91 for all Honda cars will be appropriate. (except Civic Type R, recommended RON97).

9. Will there be a reduction of fuel efficiency & performance with the use of RON95 from RON97?

The efficiency & performance will not be affected if the car uses above its minimum requirement RON which is RON91 for all Honda Cars. (except Civic Type R, recommended RON97). Loss of power & fuel efficiency will only occur when the minimum RON requirement is not met as the knock sensor signals the engine operations to retard its spark timing to eliminate engine knock.

Selamat menyambut Hari Lebaran Hari Raya Aidil Fitri yang mulia kepada warga kpHOC dan para blogger yang kejayaan menempuh dugaan selama satu bulan berpuasa di bulan Ramadhan. Kejayaan yang dikecapi bukan mudah kerana memerlukan daya saing dan kekuatan diri yang tinggi untuk melawan hawa nafsu dan godaan syaitan. Syabas diucapkan kepada mereka yang berjaya. Kepada yang tidak berjaya, sila ganti puasa anda itu, huhuhu...



Kepada yang hendak berhari raya di kampong, berhati-hatilah ketika memandu semoga anda selamat sampai ke destinasi dan ingatlah kepada keluarga tersayang. Jangan Terlebih bukak Vtec tu.. huhuhu..

Saya selaku pengendali blog ini juga ingin meminta maaf jika terdapat kesilapan. Kita sebagai manusia tidak terlepas dari membuat kesilapan oleh itu marilah bersama-sama bermaafan sempena bulan yang baik ini.

Lapar puasa terketar-ketar
Bila berbuka lega rasanya
Kad raya tak sempat nak hantar
Kiriman MMS pun dah kira grand lah ye..!

Anak Dolah makan lepat
Makan lepat sambil melompat
Nak hantar kad raya dah tak sempat
Pakai MMS pun kira ok what?

Lemah lembut tuan puteri
Berkain cindai cantik dipandang
Meriah menyambut Aidilfitri
Sahabat handai datang bertandang

Udara dingin hening pagi
Tabuh bising mulakan hari
Aidilfitri menjelma lagi
Masing-masing pakai berseri

Tanpa mengira miskin kaya
Pangkat kedudukan hamba shaya
Sama-sama menyambut raya
Maaf-maafan dihari bahagia

Aidilfitri hari kemenangan
Kejayaan menempuh halangan
Mengenali erti kesenangan
Bagi mereka yang kekurangan

Aidilfitri hari kemaafan
Menghapus kesalahan sesama insan
Memupuk perpaduan sesama ehsan
Mengikat tali keakrapan

Cincin disarung hati berdebar
Jarinan lembut wajah terhias
Ramadan disambut penuh sabar
Aidilfitri disambut dengan meriah

Saidina Affan menyusun kata
Tutur peri yang aulia
Maaf-bermaafan sesama kita
Di Aidilfitri yang mulia

Selamat Hari Raya Maaf Zahir Batin

regards,
Vtek

Majlis berbuka puasa pada 11 sept 2009 telah dengan jayanya berjalan dengan lancar. Terima kasih pada yang hadir kerana tanpa anda tak meriah la majlis nie.. Antara yang sempat hadir pada masa berbuka malam itu ialah wiraburock & faten, Spidy & teman², Baby Boy & teman-temannya, Odin, xterm & anaknye, payed, dan Adan. Odin dah kurus.. agaknya sebab hari-hari tolak kereta dia kot.. pasal kereta dia kena tolak baru boleh start enjin.. macam kereta track la plak.. huhuhu..

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Selepas berbuka di Bistro Qaseh, memasing berpakat melepak di Dataran Shah Alam untuk me'realese' ketegangan perut. kekeke.. Di dataran, muncul pula si Boroi dengan baju kerja toyota beliau... baru balik berbuka ngan boss jepun dia.. huhu.. lepas hafiz datang ngan kereta raya beliau iaitu kereta toyota Vios.. huhuh.. dah berubah selera agaknya.. Asimo pun ada gak.. datang ngan geng2 dia.. lastly ayeen datang.. kira ramai gak la yang hadir pada malam tu..

Terima Semua, Pada yang hadir pada malam tu.. u all rawkkk.. lama x lepak..

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