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Nokia G10, C20, and C01 Plus Now Official In Malaysia: Price Starts From RM 359

October 18, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

An interesting article about Malaysia.

In addition to the 5G-enabled X20, HMD Global has also launched several other new Nokia Android phones for the Malaysian market. One of them is the Nokia G10 which also made its original global debut back in April together with X20.

That being said, the G10 was meant for the lower-end market which is reflected by its general specs and pricing. Equipped with a 6.5-inch HD+ display, this particular model is powered by MediaTek Helio G25 and it came with 4GB of RAM as well as 64GB internal storage in Malaysia.

Other than that, the G10 also features a 13MP main camera on its back that is accompanied by a 2MP macro camera and 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, the phone relies on an 8MP front camera while it is also equipped with a 5050mh battery that HMD Global said can last up to three days.

HMD Global has also brought over two new Android Go-based phones into our market in the form of Nokia C20 and Nokia C01 Plus. Both of these models are powered by Unisoc SC9863A octa-core processor and carry the same amount of RAM at 2GB.

Even though the shape of their rear camera modules is different, both phones still feature a 5MP camera together with a 5MP selfie camera. They even come with a 3000mAh removable battery.

However, the C20’s storage is much larger at 32GB while C01 Plus is limited to 16GB. Similarly, they also feature different screen sizes at 6.5 and 5.45-inch, respectively.

In terms of availability, the Nokia G10 can be obtained for RM599 by the end of October while the Nokia C20 and C01 Plus are readily available immediately for RM399 and RM359, respectively. All three models can be purchased through Nokia Mobile official stores on Lazada and Shopee as well as authorized retailers throughout Malaysia.

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MySejahtera Check-Out Feature Now Available For Android

September 4, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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The team behind MySejahtera has recently implemented the check-out feature on the app together with the new UI for its check-in section through update v1.0.45. It was only available for iOS and Huawei devices at first but that has just changed as Android users are now able to download and install it as well.

In terms of design and functionality, the check-out feature and new check-in UI in MySejahtera for Android is identical to other platforms. Hence, what we have covered before in our brief guide for the check-out feature, which was based on the iOS version, is still applicable for Android.

On a related note, don’t panic if you somehow forgot to perform the check-outs after you leave the premises as the Ministry of Health has said that you will be automatically checked out once you perform the check-in at a new location. Additionally, there is no such thing as an RM1,500 fine for those who forgot to perform the check-outs inside MySejahtera.

Meanwhile, the update v1.0.45 also includes the new QR code format for the digital vaccine certificate inside MySejahtera to Android devices. As per what we have mentioned in our previous report, the new format was originally implemented via update v1.0.43 that was somehow not released through Google Play.

Android users out there can download the MySejahtera v1.0.45 update through the Google Play app inside their device or visit the app’s listing at the marketplace’s official website right here.

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The Check-Out Feature On MySejahtera: Here Is What You Need To Know

September 4, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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MySejahtera has received a major update today that carries several interesting changes to the national COVID-19 app. One of them is the new interface for the app’s Check-in section which not only shown the visibility of users’ risk status but it also now displays their vaccination status as well.

Aside from that, the update v1.0.45 also marked the debut of the check-out feature on MySejahtera. According to Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin who announced the update through a tweet yesterday, the new feature is meant to help improve the contact tracing process.

The @my_sejahtera team will push a new build tonight making it easier for people to display their risk level and vaccination status – this will ease living with Covid, together.

Will further update and improve the app over the coming weeks. pic.twitter.com/HlClvaA6dQ

— Khairy Jamaluddin 🇲🇾🌺 (@Khairykj) September 2, 2021

After using the newly updated app for iOS earlier today, we decided to craft this brief guide to share our experience. So, let’s dig in.

HOW TO OBTAIN THE CHECK-OUT FEATURE

If you using Apple and Huawei devices, then the MySejahtera update v1.0.45 is already available for you.

For Apple users, just go to the App Store on your device, search for the MySejahtera listing, and press update. Similarly, Huawei users can obtain the update from AppGallery.

While this sounds rather odd, the update is somehow not yet available for Android. At the time this article goes live, the Android version of MySejahtera is currently two updates behind as the version listed on Google Play is still v1.0.42 which was released into the marketplace on 2 August 2021.

This means Android devices have not yet even received the new QR code format for the digital vaccination certificate which was implemented as part of the update v1.0.43 that was released on 20 August. The new format was designed to work with another app called Vaccine Certificate Verifier that we have discussed in detail through this report.

Apple — [L – R]: The digital vaccine certificate on MySejahtera v1.0.43/v1.0.45 and v1.0.42.

On a related note, it seems that MySejahtera’s development team decided to jump from v1.0.43 straight to v1.0.45. The reason is not known but it is not exactly a unique decision though as the team has also skipped v1.0.41, v1.0.36, v1.0.32, and much more previously.

HOW DOES IT WORK

In its essence, the update v1.0.45 for MySejahtera did not bring any changes to the existing check-in process. Even though the home page of the app’s Check-in section looks slightly different now, the process is still the same: click the Check-in button on the splash page, scan the QR code, and the check-in success page would then appear.

However, pay closer attention to the check-in success page and you should notice the check-out button at the bottom of the page. Once you press that button, the check-out success page would then appear:

As you can see, the check-out success page has the same design as its check-in counterpart except for the “Out” label on the top part of the box. Alternatively, you can also check-out using the Last Check-in box on MySejahtera’s Check-in section which is also one of the new additions to the app that was delivered via update v1.0.45.

What if you have to perform check-in to multiple locations back-to-back? For example, at a shopping mall, whereby you have to check-in at each shop that you visited individually. Certain malls like Mid Valley Megamall have even put up MySejahtera’s check-in QR code for different floors.

In other words, how can you perform check-out from a previous location? So, what you need to do here is go to the home page of MySejahtera’s Check-in section and click on History that is located within the Last Check-in box.

After that, click on the location that you want to check-out and its check-in success page would appear again. From there, just press the check-out button as per what we have mentioned before and you are done.

With update 1.0.45, the History log will also keep track of your check-out activities. Unfortunately, there is no bulk check-out option though as you have to perform it on each location individually.

For many of us, we don’t really think too much of MySejahtera once we have performed the required check-in process. Hence, it may take quite some time for many to get used to the idea of checking out from their location even though the intention behind the implementation sounds rather vital.

Meanwhile, do expect additional changes to be implemented on MySejahtera in the coming weeks and months as Minister Khairy has hinted in his tweet yesterday that there are still more things to come as far as the app is concerned. On that note, we do hope that the development team can at least update the Android version of the app first before going any further or may risk losing vital statistics as the majority of the population is using Android devices.

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WhatsApp Beta Expands Multi-Device Support To Include iPad and Android Tablets

August 22, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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WhatsApp’s multi-device support development is looking to be progressing quite well. According to WABetaInfo (via Twitter), the Facebook-owned private messaging platform is currently working on a beta update which will expand the list of compatible devices to include both iPad and Android-based tablets.

As most of us are aware prior to this, so far the only allowed non-phone devices that can be linked to a single WhatsApp account are personal computers such as desktops, laptops or Macs. Users can access their chats outside of their phone via the web client, desktop app or Facebook’s Portal platform by first scanning a QR code that is displayed on these devices.

WhatsApp Multi-Device Support Ipad Android Tablets — Screenshots via WABetaInfo.

While the linking process for iPad and Android tablets weren’t detailed by WABetaInfo, it is likely that the steps would be similar to a degree – especially via web and Portal. The publication also claims that WhatsApp will release a dedicated app for multi-device use on both tablet platforms, but did not mention an expected date of availability. It’s worth noting that even though iPad and Android tablets do support the main WhatsApp mobile app, a dedicated account (and number) on these devices are required in order to access all features.

The inclusion of tablet support is also reflected in the main app’s list of paired devices, where users can keep track of recent logins. As you may recall from our previous report, WhatsApp also appears to be enhancing user authentication for the multi-device feature by including biometric-based verification, among other things. Another worthwhile feature that it plans to introduce is the ability for users to seamlessly chat on all linked devices without requiring their phone to be connected to the internet.

• Is WhatsApp for iPad a web app? No, it’s a native app!
• Will WhatsApp for iPad work independently? Yes.
• Is WhatsApp for iPad already available? No.
• WhatsApp beta for iPad? If you have WhatsApp beta for iOS, you will automatically have the iPad version in the future. https://t.co/aQYBBtW7Sb

— WABetaInfo (@WABetaInfo) August 21, 2021

Unfortunately, there’s still no word on whether the platform is planning to allow users to link multiple phones to a single account. But seeing that tablet devices are soon to be added into the list, the possibility for the future inclusion of smartphones may not be far off.

Much like before, all of the existing and upcoming multi-device functionalities are only available in the beta version of WhatsApp. It is not known when the private messaging platform plans to have the feature available to the public.

(Source: WABetaInfo [Twitter 1, 2] via XDA)

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Lamborghini Officially Unveils Its New Limited Edition Countach LPI 800-4 Supercar

August 15, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Lamborghini has finally unveiled its new Countach LPI 800-4, which is a fully modernised version of the iconic supercar to celebrate its 50th anniversary. True to what was teased and leaked prior to this, the model will sport a new design and a hybrid powertrain, as well as several new modern additions to both its interior and exterior.

The updated Countach’s redesign isn’t as retro-inspired like Hyundai’s modernisation of its Pony hatchback, which retains most of the car’s original 1975-era aesthetics. Instead, the new model sports a modern wedge design that is similar to current generation Lamborghini supercars such as the Aventador and Sián, while still maintaining some recognisable features from the original. The car also lacks a rear spoiler, which is likely a homage to the original 1971 concept. Another nod to the prototype is the “Countach” branding that is situated on the vehicle’s thin front grille – a design element that is removed from the actual LP400 production model and its successors.

The new car comes with a chassis, panels and other miscellaneous parts that are made out of carbon fiber, giving it a dry weight of 1,595kg. Modern touches include movable air vents and a cool photochromatic roof that can shift from solid to transparent electronically via a touch of button. Of course, no Lambo is complete without the car maker’s signature scissor doors, but Countach purists will be disappointed to know that the new model does not come with pop-up headlights.

Found inside the new Countach is an interior that somewhat resembles the Lamborghini Sián’s, complete with an 8.4-inch touchscreen for managing the car’s controls. The car maker noted that the infotainment system is compatible with Apple CarPlay, but made no mention of Android Auto. Also found in the interface is a “Stile” button, which enables the system to explain to users (assumingly verbally) regarding the Countach design philosophy when pressed – because why brag about your new car when the vehicle itself can do it for you?

Next up is what most of us are eager to find out: its performance. Under the Countach LPI 800-4 is the aforementioned hybrid powertrain, which consists of a 6.5 litre naturally-aspirated V12 engine and a Lithium-Ion supercapacitor-powered 48V electric motor. This enables the car to generate an output of 770 horsepower (hp) via the engine, and an additional 33hp from the motor – totalling up to 803hp when combined. Lamborghini claims that the supercar is able to go from nought to 100km/h in just 2.8 seconds and features a top speed of 355km/h, which is on par with the Aventador Ultimae and the Sián.

As mentioned in our previous report, the new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 will be a limited release – with only 112 units planned to be shipped in the first quarter of 2022. By the way, “112” is actually a reference to the original 1971 Countach prototype’s internal project name. If you have the cash to throw, you can order the new model at a modest price of only US$ 2.64 million (~RM 11.2 million). For the rest of us who wish to get our hands on this new supercar, our best option is to wait for it to be featured in video games such as Gran Turismo or Forza.

(Source: Lamborghini [Official website])

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Facts & Figures: 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 200 Advantgarde launched in Malaysia – RM327k

July 29, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Following a short teaser earlier this week, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has now launched the new E-Class facelift. Two variants – the Mercedes-Benz E 200 Advantgarde and E 300 AMG Line – are on offer here in Malaysia, both locally-assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang.

Just like its predecessor, the E 200 variant will serve as the entry level variant for the executive sedan here in Malaysia, priced at RM327k on-the-road, without insurance, and inclusive of the SST exemptions (until December 31, 2021).

EXTERIOR

First unveiled globally last year, the new W213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class facelift has received a significant overhaul to its exterior styling, featuring the marque’s new design language that was first seen on the third-generation CLS.

Up front, there’s a newly redesigned grille that actually takes on a different shape depending on trim levels, flanked by the new slimmer headlights. On the E 200 with Advantgarde trim, the grille features a hexagonal silhouette which tapers towards the bottom, with two horizontal chrome trims across the centre of the grille to highlight to three-pointed star logo.

The most striking change on the new E-Class facelift, however, is round the back where the tail lights are now slim, horizontal two-piece items, which are fully-LED illuminated.

As mentioned above, the E 200 is equipped with the Advantgarde exterior package, which Mercedes-Benz says highlights the “dynamism and elegance of the vehicle” with a sporty-looking body kit. Other standard equipment on the new E 200 Avantgarde include:

Advantgard exterior package
LED High Performance Headlamps
Adaptive high-beam assist
LED tail lights
18-inch 5-twin spoke light alloy wheels
Electrically folding and adjustable exterior mirrors
Two new exterior colours: grey metallic and high-tech silver

Read our full review of the outgoing Mercedes-Benz E 300 for a rough idea of how the new one feels and drive!

PERFORMANCE

The powertrain underneath the updated Mercedes-Benz E 200 is unchanged from its predecessor, with power still coming from the same two-litre turbocharged inline-four engine.

Engine: 1,991 cc; inline-four turbocharged, petrol
Max horsepower: 197 hp @ 5,500 – 6,100 rpm
Max torque: 320 Nm @ 1,650 – 4,000 rpm
Driveline: Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Suspension: Agility Control suspension adaptive damping
0-100 km/h: 7.4 seconds
Top speed: 240 km/h

INTERIOR

While the changes to the exterior are quite significant, updates to the cabin on the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is comparably more reserved, with the dashboard architecture basically retained from the outgoing model.

On the E 200 variant, the dashboard and door panels are draped in a light longitudinal-grain aluminium trim, offset by the black open-pored ash wood centre console, and a new black nappa leather multifunction steering wheel with touch-activated controls.

The dual 12.3-inch display sitting on top of the dashboard have also been updated with the latest MBUX software, along with a new touch-control cluster on the centre console, though functionality wise remains largely unchanged with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity out of the box.

Other interior highlights on the new Mercedes-Benz E 200 Advantgarde include:

Electrical adjustable front seats with memory function, 4-way lumbar support, Artico man-made leather upholstery
Electric sunblind for rear window
Thermatic dual-zone automatic climate control
Ambient lighting
Auto-dimming interior mirror and driver-side exterior wing mirror
Integrated communications module (LTE) for Mercedes me connect services
Mercedes-Benz emergency call system

Social Media & Networking — Image from E 300 AMG Line model.

SAFETY AND CONVENIENCE

Being the entry-level model, the new Mercedes-Benz E 200’s safety kit is slightly more limited than its more expensive sibling. However, the Active Brake Assist autonomous emergency braking and blind spot assist systems are standard across the board.

Other safety and convenience features on the new E 200 Advantgarde include:

Reverse camera
Active parking assist with Parktronic
Bind Spot Assist
Active brake Assist
Adaptive brake lights
Pre-Safe system
Tyre pressure monitoring system

The new Mercedes-Benz E 200 is also equipped with a new Urban Guard Vehicle Protection package, which automatically notifies the owner through the Mercedes me application when their parked car detected a change in position, an alarm siren, or movement in the interior for security and property protection.

PRICING

The entry-level Mercedes-Benz E 200 Advantgarde is priced at RM326,943.19 on-the-road, without insurance, and inclusive of the SST exemption until the end of 2021, which is a slight RM8,673 increase over its predecessor. Included in the price is also a four-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.

With the Step Up Agility Financing Plan offered by Mercedes-Benz Financial Malaysia, the new E-200 Advantgarde can be yours starting from RM2,388 per month, based on a five-year tenure and a downpayment of 10%. For more information on the Step Up Agility Financing Plan, log on to MBM’s website, linked here.

Still stuck at home due to the movement control orders? You can now shop for Mercedes-Benz cars directly online! Learn more here.

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Nothing Ear (1) Are Now Official: Featuring Transparent Body and Up To 34 Hours of Battery Life

July 27, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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After a long tease, Carl Pei and his team at Nothing today have officially revealed the company’s first-ever product, the Ear (1) true wireless earbuds. Featuring translucent bodies, the earbuds looked way more refined than the original Concept 1 prototypes that the company showcased back in March.

Equipped with 11.6mm graphene-based dynamic drivers, the Ear (1) are tuned by Teenage Engineering who joined Nothing as a founding partner last February. Each earbud also comes with three high-definition microphones which helped delivers the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) feature on them.

Nothing said that Ear (1) users have two ANC modes to choose from including Light and Maximum while they can also activate the Transparency mode when they want to hear the surrounding environment instead. When ANC is on, the IPX4-rated earbuds can last for up to 4 hours which can be extended up to 5.7 hours by turning off the ANC.

Users can gain quickly gain around 1.2 hours of playback time by putting Ear (1) into their charging case for 10 minutes. When combined with their charging case, Nothing claimed that Ear (1)’s battery life can reach up to 34 hours with ANC turned off.

Speaking about the charging case, it also has a transparent body and takes around 52 minutes to be fully charged when using a wired charger. The case can be charged using Qi-compatible wireless chargers as well but the charging time would take much longer at around 2.5 hours.

Nothing has also developed the Ear (1) App for the earbuds which provides additional functionalities such as Find My Earbud, EQ, and customization for ANC and Gesture Control. Users can also take advantage of the earbuds’ far pairing feature on certain Android devices.

Priced at US$99 (~RM 419), Nothing has planned to release the Ear (1) in 45 countries on 17 August although a limited number of units will be released slightly earlier on 31 July through its official website. For now, we don’t have any availability and local pricing for Ear(1) in Malaysia at the moment but we did notice that the company has set up a website for our market right here.

With that, it seems rather possible to see the company release its new earbuds into Malaysia. So, we will keep you in the loop once we hear (heh) more updates about it from Nothing.

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Clubhouse App No Longer Invite-Only Across All Platforms

July 22, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Clubhouse has announced that it is no longer invite-only across all mobile platforms. As revealed by company co-founders Paul Davison and Rohan Seth via its official blog, this major change is made effective immediately through the latest version of the app that is now available for download on both iOS and Android platforms.

The decision to remove its invite-only approach is a long time coming, the company revealed. Ever since its launch a year ago, Clubhouse has always been intended to be accessible by anyone in order to have “meaningful conversations” with each other – bypassing limitations such as distance, especially during these trying times.

“The invite system has been an important part of our early history. But we’ve always wanted Clubhouse to be open,” the company said in its latest blog post. “Everyone in the world should have access to meaningful conversations. And the best rooms on Clubhouse are the ones where you meet people from far outside your social circle, with very different views and lived experiences, who change your perspective on the world.”

It added that the invite-only approach was necessary in order to keep things under control during its early stages, especially while the company continues to introduce newer features and improvements to its app. However, this also unintentionally gave Clubhouse a members-only, closed-doors appeal – a similar vibe given by exclusive nightclubs or even secret groups.

Further building up the public’s desire to gain access during this phase are the multitudes of endorsements by public figures and celebrities, who hold exclusive talks or hangout sessions via Clubhouse. This led to a good number of existing members taking advantage of their limited app invites by selling them on various e-commerce platforms, usually at exorbitant prices. Thankfully, this cheeky way of profit-making has become obsolete now that the app finally opened its doors to the public – a move that would definitely anger both scalpers and those who previously paid a premium in order to score an invite.

Along with the announcement, Clubhouse also unveiled its new logo (shown on top) in the same blog post. This will be used to represent the company for general usage such as marketing and so on but will not replace its app icon, it noted. Clubhouse will continue its tradition to update its icon every month, featuring a monochrome image of selected public figures to represent the platform’s community.

With its invite-only element now gone, will Clubhouse retain its appeal? Being a pioneer to the audio-only chat room craze that has spawned numerous clones by competing social media companies, it looks like the app will see no problem by removing the restriction. If anything, it might cause it to flourish even further, especially with the number of well-known names that have been relying on the platform throughout the months since its debut.

(Source: Clubhouse [Official blog])

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New Volkswagen Arteon R-Line to launch in Malaysia on July 16!

July 12, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Here it is, guys. Following a pretty lengthy teaser period for the upcoming fastback sedan, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has finally announced that the new Arteon R-Line will be launched this Friday on the 16th of July via a livestream on its social media channels, starting at 12.30 pm.

VPCM has already begun taking orders for the new VW Arteon R-Line since more than a month ago. Locally-assembled in Pekan, Pahang, the flagship fastback model will carry a price tag of between RM245k to RM255k, making it at least RM20k more than its predecessor – but at least it has a spec sheet that more than justifies its price hike.

First things first, the numbers. With a new 2.0-litre turbocharged TSI four-cylinder engine under its bonnet, the new Volkswagean Arteon R-Line here in Malaysia makes 280 hp and 350 Nm of torque, significantly higher than the 190 hp/320 Nm from its predecessor.

Find out how the current (outgoing) Volkswagen Arteon drives in our first impressions video!

Power is sent to all four wheels via a seven-speed wet dual-clutch DSG transmission and the marque’s 4Motion all-wheel drive system, which translates to a 0-100 km/h sprint in just 5.6 seconds. Other standard items on the performance side include the Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) adaptive dampers, as well as the electronic differential lock (XDS).

As for the equipment list, our Malaysian model is dressed as standard with the R-Line exterior package, featuring sportier R-Line trims such as the more-aggressive bumpers, rear bootlip spoiler, and 19-inch ‘Montevideo’ alloys. Fun fact – the upcoming Volkswagen Arteon R-Line will also be the first model to carry the new VW and R logos here in Malaysia!

Find out what the new Volkswagen logos are all about here.

Inside, standard items include a 9.2-inch Discover Pro infotainment display with wireless App-Connect for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a fully-digital instrument cluster, the new steering wheel with haptic touch controls and gearshift pedals, ErgoComfort sports seats wrapped in ‘Nappa Carbon’ leather, and a premium 700-watt 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system.

With its newfound performance and a matching pricetag, VPCM seems to be charging straight on into the premium market here in Malaysia. We can’t wait to put it through its paces and see how it compares against the similarly-priced BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class – but until then, keep your eyes peeled as we bring you the latest news on the new Volkswagen Arteon R-Line!

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Ford Thailand brings pick-up racing to the masses with the Ranger XL Street

July 6, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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When you think of pick-up trucks, you’d usually associate it with the wilderness (or road bullies in recent years), and probably not the racetrack – well, that is unless you live in Thailand, where they actually race pick-up trucks on the circuit.

And it’s not just some niche racing series either; the pick-up races are such a big deal in Thailand that Ford’s local arm in the Land of Smiles is now bringing the racing-inspired styling to the streets, with the new Ranger XL Street Special Edition.

Made to celebrate the carmaker’s 25th anniversary in Thailand, the Street Special Edition gets a new set of racing-inspired bodykit, which includes bumper extensions, side skirts, and a small ducktail-style spoiler on the tailgate.

If you’re more interested in off-road racing, then the Ranger Raptor might be more of your style. Check it out in detail here!

Completing the exterior modifications are the blacked-out door handles, side mirrors, 16-inch wheels, the Ranger Raptor-inspired grille with large ‘FORD’ script, and of course, no racing-inspired model is complete without racing stripes decals.

Just like a proper race car, the interior of the Ford Ranger XL Street is also relatively simple (i.e. standard). Everything is bone stock from the regular Ford Ranger XL in Thailand, including the black fabric upholstery on the manually-adjusted seats, analogue instrument cluster, and manual climate control.

It does still have some creature comfort niceties though, such as the eight-inch touchscreen infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, and USB charging ports. And in true race car fashion, it’s also only available with a manual transmission (see that, Toyota?).

Powering the Ford Ranger XL Street Special Edition is the standard 2.2-litre Duratorq four-cylinder turbodiesel engine, which makes 160 hp and 385 Nm. There aren’t any advanced driver assistance thingymajigs on the racing-inspired truck, though ABS, EBD, and two airbags are standard-fit items.

All pick-up trucks should come with this amazing standard item offered in the Philippines!

The special-edition truck is priced at THB682,000 (~ RM 89k), which is THB13,000(~RM1.7k) more than the regular XL. Only 300 units will ever be made, and it’ll only be available with either a Lightning Blue or Absolute Black exterior colour.

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