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F1: Are we on track for more?
Sunday, March 24, 2013 12:48 PM

F1: Are we on track for more?

The 15th F1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix is roaring at the Sepang International Circuit today. After 15 years and with the contract to expire in 2015, what future awaits the F1 in Malaysia?

Losing weight may be next vehicle advance
Thursday, March 21, 2013 11:12 AM

Losing weight may be next vehicle advance

Cutting vehicle weight may be the next main advance in reducing the financial and environmental cost of motoring.

Russian dashcams digital guardian angels for drivers
Sunday, March 17, 2013 12:15 PM

Russian dashcams digital guardian angels for drivers

Mini video cameras have been growing in popularity in Russia as drivers fix them to their windshields as an insurance against erratic road users, corrupt traffic police and the arbitrary justice that is still prevalent in the country.

European and US carmakers race Japanese in Indonesia
Sunday, March 17, 2013 12:01 PM

European and US carmakers race Japanese in Indonesia

Bentleys and McLarens could become a more common sight alongside three-wheeled pedicabs and Japanese cars on Jakarta's roads, with European auto giants making a push into the Indonesian market.

Into the unknown as F1 season starts at Melbourne
Thursday, March 14, 2013 11:42 AM

Into the unknown as F1 season starts at Melbourne

Sebastian Vettel's rivals, perhaps more in hope than expectation, are looking to this weekend's Australian Grand Prix to usher in a season where the German and his Red Bull team have their three-year monopoly of Formula One titles broken.

Confessions of a petrolhead
Monday, March 11, 2013 10:48 AM

Confessions of a petrolhead

The love of cars and all things automotive is an addictive and ongoing passion for the writer.

Hyundai Europe doubles ad budget to fight image problem
Friday, March 08, 2013 10:08 AM

Hyundai Europe doubles ad budget to fight image problem

Ailing European brands like Opel and Peugeot may find it hard to believe, but Hyundai thinks it has an image problem.

Lambo-Ferrari rivalry as intense as ever
Thursday, March 07, 2013 3:01 PM

Lambo-Ferrari rivalry as intense as ever

Millionaire tractor maker Ferruccio Lamborghini wanted to build a better, faster sports car in Italy than rival Enzo Ferrari when he established Automobili Lamborghini in 1963.

Alfa Romeo reboot marks tough road for Fiat recovery
Tuesday, March 05, 2013 12:01 AM

Alfa Romeo reboot marks tough road for Fiat recovery

Sergio Marchionne may need a miracle to pull off his latest gambit: Take his sporty Alfa Romeo brand global with more expensive models and triple its sales volume by 2016 - after years of losses.

Social unrest fuels new buyers for bulletproof cars
Monday, March 04, 2013 4:04 PM

Social unrest fuels new buyers for bulletproof cars

In a workshop in a dusty industrial area on the outskirts of Dubai, engineers are stripping down a Toyota Land Cruiser to install armoured plating, bullet resistant glass and run-flat tyres.

Daimler CEO Zetsche unveils his last-chance saloon
Monday, March 04, 2013 3:05 PM

Daimler CEO Zetsche unveils his last-chance saloon

Embattled Daimler AG boss Dieter Zetsche will this week defend his strategy - and his job - by unveiling a new Mercedes seen as key to the premium carmaker's turnaround.

Geneva motor show revs up under cloud of crisis
Monday, March 04, 2013 10:12 AM

Geneva motor show revs up under cloud of crisis

Plunging prices and over-capacity will again this year cast a shadow over the Geneva International Motor Show, which kicks off this week, but plenty of luxury racing dreams should still be prominently on display.

Driving through Thailand
Saturday, March 02, 2013 10:26 AM

Driving through Thailand

Starved of exciting holiday ideas for the family? How about a road trip through a foreign land on a four-wheel-drive?

Petronas’ aim is to see locals earn their dues on world stage
Friday, March 01, 2013 11:06 AM

Petronas’ aim is to see locals earn their dues on world stage

Petronas' ultimate aim in supporting the local motor-racing fraternity is to eventually see Malaysians “becoming paid drivers” in the world of Formula One and MotorGP.

Rosberg relishes driving with Hamilton but wary of his pranks
Friday, March 01, 2013 10:26 AM

Rosberg relishes driving with Hamilton but wary of his pranks

Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One driver Nico Rosberg has had to live in the shadows of far more illustrious names but, as far as he is concerned, nothing fazes him.

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The modern car is one of the most sophisticated machines ever created. Dozens of control systems and computer processors work together to ensure it works seamlessly and effectively day in and day out.

But machines do break down occasionally. The technical team of The Otomotif College (TOC) is here to offer advice and help troubleshoot car problems

The team of seven trainers, led by Allan Cabiles (pic), has collectively 30 years of experience in a wide range of car makes. The TOC Team prides itself on keeping pace with the ever-evolving automotive industry. Its trainers undergo training sessions with a network of 800 industry partners across the country.

With such an extensive body of knowledge, think of the TOC Team as your go-to automotive experts.

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