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Having been driving for more than 7 years and having seen my fair share of road acts and having ranted here and there, I believe this post will be nothing new to the community but I think from time to time, it would be good to have it serve as a gentle reminder to one and all out there. This post is not only meant for the motorcyclists out there (both local and cross-boarder ones), but also a message to drivers as well (to be on the look out for them). I understand that the sheer temptation to ride in between lanes, be it on the smaller roads or especially the highways, is very high. It allows riders to get to their destination somewhat faster and also it allows bikers to move ahead of the pack during a traffic jam. The act of riding between lanes is foremost against the law, but let's put that aside for now, as the sheer danger of being squashed between vehicles is even more severe a "penalty" than a fine or demerit points. On several occasions, I am honked at by the bikers for the following scenario:- - for "hogging" the area near the lane dividers, thus depriving them the chance to use it - for changing lanes when they're just behind me trying to rush through the lane dividers It would appear to the riding community that I have been rather inconsiderate in my behaviour while I am on the road. My car is bigger than any motorcycle out there and certainly, I am in a state of comfort in my air conditioned ride along with the added safety of pure metal wrapping me, instead of me having to use my fleshy body to wrap around the bike itself. But what I think could be of use to both communities is that simple acts for bikes like:- - not dashing in front of a car suddenly - not clogging in front of a car past the stop line - not riding dangerously between cars - not riding between two lanes All these acts would lead to a much better road environment, both for safety as well as the sheer reduction in road anger. These views are solely my own as a driver. I know that there will be bikers out there who feel justified in some of the above acts, but the message I am trying to drive at is that it is a matter of road safety rather than the pride of driving a car versus riding a bike. Afterall at the end of the day, if a biker were to have accidently brushed against my car during an overtaking move, all I'd be screaming about is the fact that I'd need to respray that panel, while the rider might be screaming in pain instead from the brush or the fall.

..flashy title aside...let's share reasons why you decided to buy ("get intimate") the car ("precious") you bought? Tell us what car you bought, when and price. Also give your shortlisted cars before decided on the one. (Poll) Did you get intimate by.. - fall in love at first sight (die die must get that car) - dream girl (everything also want and value for money too) - maid servant (liking not important but must do chores well like bringing barang/kids/dogs etc) - tikam tikam (don't care as long as it is 4 wheel as feed-up taking public transport) - bimbo-like (I want my neighbours to pull their hair out with envy seeing my car) - a good wife (must be cheap to operate and maintain)

Well. AD servicing are at least 2-3 times more expensive compared to workshop outside. A normal all point check servicing is about $120. AD might charge u $200-$400 depending on yr make. So what say you? Do you send to AD because of warranty or you bochap, since going outside ws might save you a substantial amount of money, enough to replace minor faulty parts anyways. I always AD, kai si ma.

2008/06/13 Precious cargo down the drain Email to friend Print article http://www.nst.com.my/Friday/National/2266469/insidepix1 This road tanker laden with petrol skidded while negotiating a bend and came to rest on its side in Persiaran APEC near Cyberjaya at 2am yesterday. The driver escaped unhurt. Petrol leaked from the container, but it did not ignite. Fire and Rescue Department personnel from Cyberjaya and Shah Alam stations rushed to the scene. http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/Fri...icle/index_html Do take this thread in a light mood. [/color] I extremely wonder how a 14-wheeler tanker could stand still on its side. Best is the precious commodity within is not spilled. edit: my bad - the petrol did leak afterall...

Hi Guys.. Interested to know how exactly you all wash you cars.. How long normally do you all take? Lets share.. =) 3hrs. Exterior: 1. Rinse thru with water 2. Shampoo from top to bottom 3. Rinse with water thoroughly again 4. Wipe dry with a cloth Interior: 1. Wet cloth and just wipe 2. Use leather protection cream for leather sits 3. Flip car mats 4. Vacuum??? I wanna ask.. - Does it matter if I dry the car in hot sun right after step 3 in Exterior?

Haiz, will be selling my Baby Silvia S13 (my precious). This precious is really my baby as it has serve me well for the past 1 year. After engine transplant by the previous owner, this baby can eat stock WRX for b'fast, Lunch and dinner. Had to let it go as my GF wants to settle down and wants me to drive a safer car. So guys tell me what "Safer" cars should i get? My fav. saloon Optra ? or "normal car" Integra Type R DC5? (recently know one owner want to sell his modded 2 year old white DC5 at 89k!)