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China automakers look overseas as local slowdown pinches
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:12 AM

China automakers look overseas as local slowdown pinches

Ramped-up capacity by Chinese automakers during the heady days of 30-50 percent annual growth has bumped headlong into a domestic slowdown, and indigenous firms are now seeking buyers in far-flung corners of the world from Egypt to Ukraine to Indonesia.

Hollande's DS ride foreshadows auto industry test
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:00 AM

Hollande's DS ride foreshadows auto industry test

Francois Hollande will arrive at his first appearance as French president in one of Citroen's flagship cars, handing the struggling company some welcome television exposure.

Perodua and Proton in the face of liberalisation
Saturday, May 12, 2012 10:28 AM

Perodua and Proton in the face of liberalisation

Will Proton and Perodua be ready for the impending, competitive automotive landscape when the revised National Automotive Policy takes effect?

On the scene with F1 driver autograph hunters
Saturday, May 12, 2012 10:24 AM

On the scene with F1 driver autograph hunters

For hundreds of F1 fans, queuing up for hours to get their favourite drivers’ autographs was a memorable experience.

Ford keeps its eye on the Focus
Friday, May 11, 2012 11:45 AM

Ford keeps its eye on the Focus

With new premium features rolling out in the Ford Focus, there is little chance anyone would hit a ‘blind spot’, and it won’t even cost the sky.

A different approach to biofuels industry
Friday, May 11, 2012 10:15 AM

A different approach to biofuels industry

Platinum Energy sees huge potential in the biofuels market and aims to mark its mark as a leader in green technology.

On track with Megane RS 250 Cup
Tuesday, May 08, 2012 12:16 PM

On track with Megane RS 250 Cup

One year on, the Renault Megane RS 250 Cup hasn't lost its appeal as far as good looks and performance go. At the Sepang F1 circuit last weekend, it showed the kind of pace few rivals can outdo.

Menace on the road
Tuesday, May 08, 2012 11:01 AM

Menace on the road

Tailgating is dangerous and has been identified as one of the major causes of serious injuries.

Russia says goodbye to a car and an era
Tuesday, May 08, 2012 10:16 AM

Russia says goodbye to a car and an era

Russia is ending its long love affair with a car that was once prized by the nation but has come to symbolise the decline of its automobile industry and, for some, the country itself.

Jakarta’s road ‘jockeys’
Friday, May 04, 2012 1:14 PM

Jakarta’s road ‘jockeys’

In a country where cars are obliged to carry at least three passengers on key stretches, ‘jockeys’ help motorists skirt the rules — for a price.

Silkworms and squid inspire smart materials
Wednesday, May 02, 2012 12:52 PM

Silkworms and squid inspire smart materials

Researchers are revealing advances in materials science that could transform industries struggling with the rising cost and scarcity of raw materials.

Driving around the Benz
Monday, April 30, 2012 11:58 AM

Driving around the Benz

With over 30 years behind him, Roland S. Folger can put his finger on the pulse of Mercedes-Benz.

COE: Route to despair
Monday, April 30, 2012 10:31 AM

COE: Route to despair

Owning a car can impoverish a Singaporean by millions of ringgit by the time he retires.

Re-angling NAP
Sunday, April 29, 2012 10:27 AM

Re-angling NAP

Will the revision of the new NAP, which is ready to be announced, deliver what its predecessors did not? The Malaysia Automotive Institute attempts to answer that pivotal question.

That connected feelin’
Thursday, April 26, 2012 4:42 PM

That connected feelin’

In the near future, we will have connected cars to keep us in the social media loop.

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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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