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Motoring 101: Police Vehicles – The Rich Evolution & The Future

Police Vehicle PDRM Alfa Romeo Alfetta

The Alfa Romeo Alfetta holds a special place in the of the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), marking a period in the 1970s when this Italian was part of the law fleet. Known for its balanced weight distribution and impressive handling due to its rear de Dion transaxle, the Alfetta was a notable departure from the typical police cars of the time. It featured a 2.0-litre inline-four engine, capable of delivering 130 horsepower and 178 Nm of torque, which was quite formidable during that era. Image source: Auto Buzz

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History 101: Exploring the World’s Most Famous Old Car Museums

Old Cars Mini Austin BMW Museums

museums serve as treasured sanctuaries for those who have a deep appreciation for vintage automobiles, offering a glimpse into the automotive past through meticulously preserved and restored to their former glory. Nestled within the Sepang Formula One circuit, Malaysia’s car , although modest in size compared to its American and European counterparts, stands as a testament to the nation’s growing automotive heritage. Photo by Jose Mueses

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Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II

HICOM Military Trucks Handalan DefTech Malaysia

The current with the Malaysian Armed Forces, the HICOM Handalan truck series was developed by DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies (DefTech) in collaboration with Isuzu and comes in several variants. The first variant, Handalan I, was powered by an Isuzu 6HE1 diesel engine, delivering 180 horsepower through a 5-speed manual transmission and configured for a 4×4 drive.  The third generation, Handalan III, introduced in 2012, uses Tata diesel engines with an output of 230 horsepower. As for the number in service, the Malaysian Army currently operates 2,260 units with an additional 414 on order. Image source: Wikipedia/AstropythonRead More »Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II