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The New IKEA Starkvind Is An Air Purifier That Also Doubles As A Side Table

August 2, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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For a while now, IKEA has been introducing new products that function as both home appliances and furniture, as seen with its Symfonisk series of speakers. Continuing that run, the Swedish furniture giant has recently unveiled the Starkvind, an air purifier which also doubles as a minimalist-looking side table.

The new product is notably large (it is a table after all), with its main air purifier unit situated in between the attached table top and legs. The Starkvind features five different fan speeds that can be adjusted manually, or automatically via the IKEA Home app. For the latter, built within the air purifier unit is a sensor that is able to determine the recommended fan speed based on the amount of smaller particles in the air, which will also be displayed on the app for your reference.

IKEA claims that the Starkvind’s three-filter system is capable of capturing bigger particles such as hair and dust, 99.5% of smaller airborne particles that measure less than 2.5 micrometers such as dust and pollen, as well as pollutants like formaldehyde and bad odors. Coverage-wise, the company says that the air purifier + side table combo has an effective range of up to 215 square feet.

The new Starkvind is slated to arrive in the US branches of IKEA this October and will retail for US$ 189 (~RM). It is also worth noting that a more affordable floor-standalone version of the air purifier will also be released alongside the side table model, priced at US$ 129 (~RM). So far there’s no word on whether IKEA is planning to have the Starkvind variants to be available in other regions.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for something slightly smaller, then you might want to consider the brand’s existing Förnuftig air purifier. Unlike the Starkvind, this smaller model is already available in Malaysia and is priced at RM 299.

(Source: Engadget)

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Mitsubishi set to launch all-new Outlander PHEV in Japan by end of 2021

July 30, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) is to launch a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model of the all-new Outlander fully evolved with a new-generation PHEV system. It will be introduced in Japan at the end of 2021 and in the second half of 2022 in the US.

It may be sharing the same Common Modular Family (CMF) platform as the Nissan X-Trail but the PHEV powertrain should be Mitsubishi’s very own.

Find out more about the all-new Mitsubishi Outlander here!

Mitsubishi said the Outlander is set to come with higher output from the electric motors and higher battery capacity which should mean improved electric driving range too. The improved performance is expected to allow the Outlander PHEV to run purely on electric power for 70km while returning over 700 km in total mileage.

In the previous model, the lithium-ion battery capacity was only rated at 13.8 kWh, that figure could be pumped up to 20 kWh in the new model.

Since the launch of the Outlander PHEV, it has been sold in more than 60 countries around the world. MMC’s goal is to reduce CO2 emissions of its new cars by 40% by 2030 through leveraging EVs — with PHEVs as the centerpiece.

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Huawei P50 Flagship Smartphone Series Launches In China

July 29, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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After months of rumours, leaks and delays, the Huawei P50 flagship series has finally launched in China. They are the company’s first smartphones to feature its HarmonyOS system, as well as the first to feature another processor other than Huawei’s own Kirin chipset.

Typically, the new phones arrive in two variants: a standard model and a higher-end Pro version. But as mentioned earlier, rather than exclusively featuring the brand’s Kirin 9000 chipset, both models will also be offered in variants that come equipped with Snapdragon 888. To be more specific, the standard P50 and one version of the P50 Pro will come with Qualcomm’s processor, while one variant from the latter will feature the Kirin 9000.

Memory-wise, the vanilla model will have 8GB of RAM with up to 256GB of internal storage, while both Pro models are offered with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB of storage. Unfortunately, all of the P50 smartphone variants won’t feature 5G support due to the ongoing US sanctions.

In terms of display, the P50 Pro sports a 6.6-inch curved OLED display with 1228p resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, while the vanilla model features a slightly smaller 6.5-inch flat OLED display with 1224p resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. Each variant features different battery capacities, with the high-end variant featuring a larger 4,360mAh battery and the standard P50 only sporting a 4,100mAh battery. Both models come with 66W fast charging capabilities, but only the P50 Pro is equipped with wireless charging support at 50W. The duo are also rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.

Huawei P50 Series Pro Smartphone Flagship HarmonyOS China — Huawei P50 Pro.

We’re certain that most of our readers are fully aware of the series’ attention-grabbing dual circular camera bumps on the back of each model. Housed in the top bump on the P50 Pro is a 50MP main shooter, a 13MP ultra-wide, and a 40MP monochrome sensor. Found in the bottom bump is a 64MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom capability. The standard P50 – on the other hand – comes with a 50MP main, 12MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom, and a 13MP ultra-wide. It’s also worth noting that situated on the topmost hole in the upper bump is actually the P50’s laser focus sensor and not a fourth camera. Meanwhile, featured in the punch-hole cutout on the displays of both P50 variants is a 13MP front-facing camera.

The Huawei P50 Pro is slated to go on sale in China on 12 August 2021 with a starting price of RMB 6,000 (~RM 3,936), while the standard P50 model will only arrive in September retailing at a starting price of RMB 4,500 (~RM 2,952). The company has yet to confirm if it is planning to launch its new flagship series internationally.

(Source: Huawei [1] [2] [3])

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Dongfeng Warrior M50 is the civilian variant of the military vehicle, just like the Hummer H1

July 26, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Remember the Hummer H1? A massive military vehicle in the form of a pick-up truck that was a true symbol of the 90s, fondly remember by placements in movies as well as driven by celebrities in the US. Dongfeng in China has started offering civilian versions of their own military-based pick-up truck, called the Warrior (or 猛士) M50.

The Dongfeng Warrior M50 actually looks like the Humvee-Hummer due to its localisation programme. Back in the 90s, Dongfeng was tasked to reverse-engineer the Humvee to build vehicles for the Chinese army. Dongfeng eventually built everything in-house and spawned various bodytypes of the Warrior since 2011.

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The Butcher’s Table Penang at Bukit Mertajam, Penang – What2seeonline.com

July 21, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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For pork lovers, a visit to The Butcher’s Table Penang is a must. Located in Taman Seri Impian in Bukit Mertajam, Penang (walking distance to Jusco Aeon Shopping Mall), the outlet has charmed diners for years with its many succulent porky delights.

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The chalkboard on the wall and the many products on the display cases upfront are enough to reassure you that this is a one-stop center for all your porky needs.

Occupying two shops the restaurant is a lovely place to drop in for a casual lunch in the day or dine in the evening with a glass of beer with its daily opening hours from 12noon till 3pm and 6pm till 10pm. Its interior features a huge seating capacity and minimalist decor.

The menu boasts some share plate items and mains. The many popular offerings include the famed crispy roast pork, signature salted beef, Iberico ribs, and plump gourmet sausages. One can have the meal complemented by side dishes such as mashed potato, gherkins, fries, potato salad, garlic rice, coleslaw, and more.

The starting dish came in a riot of flavors: a culmination of all sausage fantasies from the variants of house-made sausages and Johnsonville Sausages imported from U.S. The owner cranks up the grinder to make a selection of sausages which include Longganisa, Cumberland, Nuernberger Ring, Cheese Ring, Flaming Hot, Lamb, Beef, Iberico Pork, and Farmers Bratwurst. The nitrate and preservative-free sausages are made with a higher percentage of lean meat and natural casing.

For fans of English parsley, the Farmers Bratwurst is the choice for you and if you want porky flavors with hint of spiciness, go for the Flaming Hot Sausage with bird’s eye chili. In the restaurant, the sausages are served with mustard.

As for mains, there are a number of choices to try – German Smoked Kassler, Iberico Shoulder Collar, and the Iberico Ribs. The German Smoked Kassler is a specialty here, with pieces of smoked salt-cured pork loin served topped with pineapple rings and a side of Sauerkraut, a salad made from fermented cabbage.

Then there is the Iberico Shoulder Collar, delightfully tasty and retains the meat’s tenderness. We had it served with our favorite side of mashed potatoes.

We ended our meaty experience with the much-awaited Iberico Ribs that require 35 minutes of waiting time. Oven-roasted, the Iberico ribs arrived with coleslaw and fries. Prepared with a light seasoning the meaty juicy ribs come with a lot of pork flavors.

You will also find a selection of fried rice on the menu, namely roast pork fried rice with pancetta and the bacon fried rice with sausage. These rice dishes made a hearty addition to the meal.

If you are looking for something a little meaty, you’re going to want to give The Butcher’s Table Penang a visit! The good food and attractive prices will satisfy any meat craving.

*However, due to the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, indoor dining has been temporarily halted. Do contact the restaurant at 04 – 5522348 for more info on the takeaway and delivery services (from 12pm till 9pm). Free delivery is provided within 10km on orders over RM150!

The Butcher’s Table Penang
19G & 21G Lorong Seri Impian 2
Taman Seri Impian
14000 Bukit Mertajam
Penang

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Honda open to partnerships to lower cost of electric vehicles

July 19, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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In Europe, strong consumer demand, as well as government legislation, have push automakers to accelerate their electric vehicle (EV) portfolio. Volkswagen, Renault as well as Hyundai and Kia have strong sales for their EVs in the region, with the Volkswagen ID series leading the EV market and Tesla following closely behind.

The same cannot be said for the Japanese automakers. Within the Japanese big three (Toyota, Honda and Nissan), only Nissan has established the Leaf in Europe. Honda began their EV journey with the compact, premium-positioned three-door Honda e last year. Their footprint in Europe is tiny (100,000 units a year), hence, the push for EV has never really been a priority.

Honda marks 15 million units sold in China, including 500,000 hybrids in just five years! Read about it here!

Now, Honda is reportedly open to form new alliances to make electrification profitable. In a report by Reuters, Honda’s new CEO, Toshihiro Mibe said, “If Honda can accomplish its goals sooner through an alliance, then we would be willing to form an alliance.”

The ***Honda eSUV*** based on the latest HR-V/Vezel will spearhead Honda’s EV charge in China from mid 2022

Mibe’s comment reflects the pressure on the global auto industry; not only build electric vehicles a lot faster but also cheaper as seen with the Volkswagen Group.

In the USA, Honda has teamed up with General Motors to offer their first EV for the region called the “Prologue” which is scheduled to hit showrooms in 2024. The EV in the form of an SUV will be built on General Motor’s platform and the company’s Ultium batteries with Honda tasked to develop the interior and exterior of the Prologue.

“Building an alliance will become a huge direction in terms of increasing the number of electric vehicles, considering how electrification is not commercially feasible right now,” he added. Profitability for the company has also been a huge issue, with their operating income margin just 1.0% for their car business in the most recent financial year filing.

Research suggests that EVs might become cheaper than petrol-powered cars by 2027. More about it here!

In April this year, Mibe announced a carbon-neutral goal for the company’s products and corporate activities by 2050, including electrified vehicle sales targets.

By 2030, the company is targeting 40% of vehicles to be made up of battery and fuel-cell EVs. The figure is expected to double to 80% by 2035 and subsequent by 2040, 100% of vehicles sold by Honda will be electric.

Toyota, who has technical partnerships with Subaru, said that just going with one option is not viable for the company. The company wants to offer multiple powertrain options as well as keeping hybrids to offer the best solution to meet customers demands.

Source: Reuters

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Volvo has just broken its own sales record in the first half of 2021

July 3, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Volvo has just recorded its strongest ever sales for the first half of a year, rebounding strongly from the 2020 coronavirus slump to sell 380,757 cars globally. The previous record was set in 2019, where Volvo sold 340,826 units.

The Swedish carmaker’s sales between January and June increased 41% compared to the same period last year, when sales and production were majorly affected by national lockdowns globally. In the month of June itself, 68,224 cars globally, which is 11% more than it did the same month last year.

This is how the next-gen XC90 could look like, courtesy of Volvo Concept Recharge

According to Volvo, the overall increase in sales was driven by strong demand in China, US, and Europe, all of which reported a double-digit growth compared to the same period last year. The carmaker also reported a fivefold increase in cars sold online in the same period.

Of the 380,757 cars sold, Volvo’s line-up of the ‘Recharge’ electrified models accounted for 24.6% of the total figure – a nearly 150% increase from the previous year.

The next-gen Volvo XC60, rumoured for launch around 2026, will also be a fully-electric model

SUVs remain a popular choice by Volvo buyers, with the XC40 retaining the crown as the brand’s best-seller with 118,121 units sold, followed by the XC60 (113,500), and XC90 (54,177).

With a continued uptrend following its second-half sales record set in June-December 2020, Volvo is on course to break its overall annual sales record of 705,452 – a figure that was set in 2019.

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First teaser image of the all-new Subaru WRX released

June 30, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Subaru of America has just released the first teaser shot of the all-new Subaru WRX performance sedan, based on perhaps the upcoming Impreza C-segment car.

It is certainly an all-new sedan, as the doors and rear pillar have a more rounded shape now, perhaps from the Viziv concept. The new performance sedan also retains its iconic bonnet scoop for direct ambient air cooling of the intercooler.

In the USA, the current Subaru WRX consist of the regular variant with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine with outputs of 268 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Power is channelled to all four corners via a six-speed manual transmission or the Lineartronic CVT.

Meanwhile, long-time rival Mitsubishi has no intention for an Evo revival. Find out why here.

The Subaru WRX STI meanwhile uses a much larger 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder boxer engine churning out 310 hp and 393 Nm of torque. The centre differential also comes with more tricks, such as multi-mode Driver Control Centre Differential (DCCD) plus limited slipping control and a front-to-rear torque split of 41-to-59.

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New Honda Civic hatchback unveiled, Type R coming in 2022

June 24, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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Honda has simultaneously unveiled the new Civic hatchback in the USA and Japan. Similar to the new generation sedan, the Civic hatchback features a more matured, less dramatic styling.

The new Honda Civic hatchback is 4,530 mm long (30 mm longer) and 1,415 mm tall (5 mm lower) with an identical 2,735-mm wheelbase and 1.8-metre width as the new sedan.

Styling wise, the hatchback features a unique rear design with a more curvaceous LED lighting cluster and form a continuous look courtesy of the third brake lamp housed in between. The new composite tailgate is not only lighter but provides better rear headroom thanks to the relocated hinges. The boot is said to measure approximately 452 litres in space with marginal improvements over the previous model.

A cleaner looking rear bumper also houses the exhaust tips at the corners in the Civic Turbo hatchback, unlike the sedan.

In front, the central grille features a sportier honeycomb mesh design with a deeper profile. Engine and powertrain choices remain the same as the sedan- a turbocharged 1.5-litre or naturally aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder engines paired to a CVT or six-speed manual transmission. The CVT has been given additional attention of refinement for better response to the driver’s inputs and commands.

In Japan and Europe, the Civic hatchback is also offered with the e:Hev dual-motor hybrid system, however, with undisclosed technical information.

The turbocharged 1.5-litre engine develops 180 hp and 240 Nm, while the 2.0-litre engine pushes out 158 hp and 187 Nm. Sport, Eco and normal drive modes are now accessed via a more user-friendly toggle switch.

Honda also promises that the new Civic hatchback will drive better and more comfortable for the occupants. The combination of a 19% stiffer bodyshell, suspension and steering upgrades result in a smoother, more linear and more precise feel in turns while a reduction in friction and improved bushings are key to reducing harsh road shocks.

Gone is the Jazz and in comes the City hatchback as the replacement

Inside, the Civic hatchback also uses the same simplistic dashboard with a standing central display and metal honeycomb mesh trim that conceals the air-conditioning vents. In the models bound for Japan, the black interior with red highlights have similar vibes to the Honda City RS e:Hev.

Like the new Honda Civic sedan, the hatchback gets an updated Honda Sensing driver assistance system. The single-camera LaneWatch has been replaced with a conventional blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert system.

A new ‘False Start’ suppression function works in both directions, applying brakes if an obstacle is detected, thereby reducing the chance of collision during parking.

Similar to the fan-favourite FK8 Honda Civic Type R, the new Civic hatchback will form the basis of the high-performance front-wheel drive hot-hatch that still employs a slick-shifting manual transmission and is slated for production from 2022.

Although developed for Europe as their main market, the previous generation Honda Civic hatchback was also assembled in Thailand and sold there as well as Indonesia. Apart from the new Honda City sedan, the pace of new model introduction in Malaysia seems to require more time and resources than our neighbours so don’t expect the Civic hatchback in Malaysia so soon.

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New 11th Gen Honda Civic Hatchback

New 11th Gen Honda Civic Sedan

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This is the most expensive Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution ever – sold for RM583k!

June 5, 2021 By Keith Leave a Comment

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The Mitsubishi Motors Heritage auction recently concluded and unsurprisingly, one of the company’s most prized possession fetched the highest bid.

A Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition from the company’s heritage fleet fetched the final bid of £100,100 (approx. RM583,720) – making it the most expensive Lancer Evolution ever.

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low-mileage car — *1917 Model A* – The first vehicle made by Mitsubishi (replica)

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