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'Artificial leaf' eyed as holy grail in energy research
Thursday, February 23, 2012 12:14 AM

'Artificial leaf' eyed as holy grail in energy research

Turbo-charging photosynthesis - by which plants and bacteria turn sunlight into food and energy - in an "artificial leaf" could yield a vast commercial power source, scientists said.

Of foam pads for Bosch sander
Sunday, February 19, 2012 10:12 AM

Of foam pads for Bosch sander

What alternative foam pads are compatible with the Bosch GEX 270AE?

Trulli a significant low for Italy
Saturday, February 18, 2012 11:39 AM

Trulli a significant low for Italy

Jarno Trulli's abrupt departure from Formula One on Friday triggered no shockwaves around the world but the Italian's exit was still a significant moment for the glamour sport and the home of Ferrari.

Castrol brings back the excitement of Nurburgring
Thursday, February 16, 2012 10:18 AM

Castrol brings back the excitement of Nurburgring

KUALA LUMPUR: The Nurburgring driving experience is back, with Castrol Malaysia offering the public a shot at one of the most famous tracks in the world.

Indonesia's car market takes the fast lane
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 10:53 AM

Indonesia's car market takes the fast lane

Automakers from Japan to India are eyeing a bonanza in Indonesia, Southeast Asia's largest economy where a newly wealthy middle class are splashing out on cars like never before.

Tesla takes wraps off 'falcon-winged' Model X SUV
Monday, February 13, 2012 12:04 AM

Tesla takes wraps off 'falcon-winged' Model X SUV

LOS ANGELES: Tesla Motors has revelaed a protoype of its Model X, a battery-powered SUV that represents the company's bet that consumers will buy a range of electric vehicles spun from a common platform.

Every corner is blind for devoted French fan
Thursday, February 09, 2012 11:17 AM

Every corner is blind for devoted French fan

How a corner sounds matters more to Charaf-Eddine Ait Taleb, a blind F1 fan, than any controversy over the new "ugly" noses on the 2012 cars.

Solvay hails world's largest fuel cell
Wednesday, February 08, 2012 1:43 PM

Solvay hails world's largest fuel cell

BRUSSELS: Chemicals giant Solvay hailed the successful entry into service of what it said was the largest fuel cell of its type in the world, a promising development of a technology that is tipped by developers as a future power solution for everything from cars to ships.

Taking a toll on motorists
Wednesday, February 08, 2012 9:26 AM

Taking a toll on motorists

It’s sad and lamentable that tolls on highways are going to be with us for a long, long time and that it’s time to rethink the logic behind them.

Under the hood: GM blueprint for Volt 2.0
Wednesday, February 08, 2012 12:01 AM

Under the hood: GM blueprint for Volt 2.0

A bolt-by-bolt, surgical deconstruction of the Chevy Volt attended showed how the plug-in hybrid was designed for relatively quick upgrades such as a longer driving range under electric power.

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About TOC

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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