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The latest variant of the Peugeot 3008 still offers plenty of usability but now starts with a lower asking price. 07 Aug 2020 With Gilles Vidal leaving Peugeot to join Groupe Renault, this is likely to be sgCarMart's last few chances to drive one of the cars that has received his design touch and turned Peugeot's fortunes for the better on the international stage. (The final expected car from the designer being the 2008, which we have been informed by AutoFrance can be expected to go on sale by earliest October this year.) But at present the 3008 you see here is being tested once more as it is now available here with a 1.2-litre engine paired with the Aisin-developed eight-speed automatic transmission. An engine output of 129bhp ensures that this variant falls into the Cat A COE category but this car is only being sold for a paltry $3,000 discount against the 1.6-litre engined Active variant ($108,888 against $111,888, prices as of 4 August 2020). That hardly seems worth it? Aisin-developed eight-speed transmission allows for smooth and quiet daily driving It isn't. But it's not all bad news though, as this 1.2-litre Puretech engine keeps the power penalty against its larger brother minimised to 49bhp, while the torque loss is even slimmer still, at just 20Nm. Not convinced that a 1.2-litre engine is sufficient for an SUV the size of the 3008? Then take note that this powerplant has also been awarded the International Engine of the Year in the 1.0-litre to 1.4-litre category for four years on the trot, from 2015 to 2018. But enough talk about the theoretical. Driving around town you will hardly miss the power deficit. The engine pairs with the eight-speed gearbox well. Gear changes are smooth and the whole powertrain is happy to deliver quiet acceleration, making navigating within city streets a real breeze. Small steering wheel makes taking tight turns a breeze With peak torque of 230Nm being delivered at a low of 1,750rpm, the engine feels almost like a diesel unit with its eagerness to pull from minimal revs, but delivers its power without any of the clatter associated with diesel units. And while we are on the topic of inner-city driving, I found the small steering wheel light and quick, which is a real pleasure to use. It hardly required any getting used to, and keeps hand twirling when executing tight turns to a minimum. If the paddle shifters were positioned just slightly closer to the steering wheel rim, and the signal stalk just centimetres longer, the 3008 would make one for one comfortable car to make repeated lane changes and overtaking manoeuvres in. Does this mean it can be sporty as well? Expect a good deal of aural drama from the 1.2-litre powerplant A definitive no. Stab the accelerator at speed and the engine delivers all the drama you would expect of a three-cylinder, with an off-beat soundtrack that turns into a snarl at the higher rpms. The effect is exaggerated further still with a bassy thump played in the mid-ranges when the car is set into its sport mode, but one glance at the instrument cluster quickly reveals that all you've tasted is saccharine. Peugeot quotes a century sprint time of 10.9 seconds and while the car may deliver on aural stimulation, you always come ready to be disappointed when you check back with the speedometer. The car simply sounds a lot faster than it actually is. Good thing is, I managed a real-world fuel economy of 12.0km/L with this new drivetrain. And what if I keep to within the speed limit? A compliant suspension setup pairs with 215/65 17-inch tyres to deliver a truly comfortable ride You will be more richly rewarded. The 3008 delivers a ride that far favours overall comfort than sporty responsiveness. Road undulations are smoothed over beautifully, aided no doubt by the 215/65 17-inch tyres fitted on this test car (standard on the Active trim). As is to be expected from a 1,623mm-tall car, body roll is always present when taking curves at speed. Take on larger humps and there is a noticeable difference in the way the suspension tackles the resulting forces across the axles, with the rear being more willing to throw the car about. And speaking of speed limits, make sure you learn how to use the cruise control before setting off in the car, as the steering wheel completely obscures the controls on the stalk itself, making it impossible to figure out when you're already on the move. So how will my family like this car? 520-litre boot is generous and has a wide opening as well Very well I'm sure. From the driver's seat, the wrap-around cockpit is a real visual treat, while the piano menu keys make accessing the infotainment and embedded air-conditioning controls really simple and fuss-free. The 12.3-inch touchscreen is responsive and easy to use although its scrolling controls, like when manually tuning the radio frequency, require a delicate touch. Take any other seat and you will still find a well-built cabin, with space aplenty for all. The low transmission tunnel, air-conditioning vents and the additional 12V power outlet at the rear are sure to please the rear passengers. And if you head further back, the 3008 carries around a 520-litre boot that easily beats the Nissan Qashqai at 430 litres and matches the larger Volkswagen Tiguan. We cannot wait to see what Peugeot delivers in the future. Source

Apart from the door closing sound....not bad

Revived and updated new consolidated thread with some aftermarket part numbers Engine 1.0T B10XFL 999cc Inline-3 cylinder Direct Injection Turbo 105 hp@5000 rpm 170Nm@1800-4250rpm 1.4T B14XFT 1,399cc Inline-4 cylinder Direct Injection Turbo 150bhp@5000-5600rpm 245Nm@2000-3500rpm Gearbox 1.0T - 5-Speed Easytronic 3.0 (automated manual gearbox) 1.4T - 6T35 6AT Torque Converter Tires 225/45 R17 Rims 7.5jx17 et44 Wheels Centre bore - 56.6 Lug nuts - M12 x 1.5 Front Pads Front Rotors Front Calipers Rear Pads Rear Rotors Oil Filter Spark Plug Air Filter Cabin Filter Shock Absorbers Front Right Shock Absorbers Front Left Control Arm Front Left Control Arm Front Right Inner Tie Rods Anti Roll Bar Link Left Anti Roll Bar Link Right

At the previous workshop I went. So far mechanic is pretty good workmanship, quite standard and don't see him cut corners. With some help managed to bring in Bilstein B4 Turns out I was right on preventive maintenance; front right shock kind of "seize abit" forgot what the mechanic said, it kinda gets stuck so it won't return to full height. Even I could sense it that's why wanted to change. Rear ones are soft like tofu can press with one hand. New ones tested to be solid (need bodyweight to depress each individual shock). Didn't test much after change; just drove home straight after. It felt uneventful as I drove a little fast, whereas before it seemed to have a little slip here and there. Will update after a week. Pictures of stock shocks in next post.

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2020 Subaru Forester e-Boxer launched in Singapore – sole 2.0i-S EyeSight Hybrid variant; from RM378k At last year’s Singapore Motor Show, Motor Image previewed the Subaru Forester e-Boxer, and fast forward a year later, the hybrid model was now gone on sale in the country. There’s only a single 2.0i-S EyeSight Hybrid variant on offer, priced from SG$124,800 (RM378,162) on-the-road including COE. Visually, the Forester e-Boxer looks pretty much identical to the regular, fifth-generation SUV, with only a few “e-Boxer’ badges to mark it out. Under the bonnet, the model features a 2.0 litre naturally-aspirated, direct-injection, four-cylinder boxer engine that makes 150 PS at 6,000 rpm and 196 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine is augmented by a 16.7 PS/66 Nm electric motor placed within the Lineartronic CVT, which draws power from a 4.8 Ah lithium-ion battery pack located under the rear boot floor – this is which is recharged via regenerative braking or the engine. Due to the placement of the battery, boot space does take a slight hit, decreasing from 520 to 509 litres. The rest of the powertrain includes Subaru’s full-time Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system with X-Mode and SI Drive modes. In terms of operation, the hybrid SUV is capable of running purely on electricity at low speeds for a short distance, like when initially setting off from a stop. At medium speeds, the engine and electric motor work together for better efficiency, while at high speeds, only the engine is used to propel the car whilst keeping charging the battery. The system decides when the electric motor is called into action, with no user-selectable modes available. The Singapore-spec Forester e-Boxer comes as standard with LED headlamps, 18-inch wheels, dual-zone climate control, a Panasonic eight-inch head unit (with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support), powered front seats, Special X-Mode, seven airbags (front, side, curtain, driver’s knee) and the EyeSight suite of driver assistance systems. Source

5 Best Fuel Injector Cleaners of 2019 (And Why They Are Worth It!) In the absence of a fuel injector, your motor will absorb gasoline directly as drops. This not only makes your car consume more fuel but also wears out your motors easily. With the help of fuel injector systems, your motor absorbs fuel in the form of a mist. This increases the fuel efficiency capacity of your vehicles and provides durability to your motors as well. When you clean your fuel injectors properly, your car gives you good mileage and your gasoline consumption will be optimum. The question now is, what is the best fuel injector cleaner for your vehicle? Read our guide and let us recommend the best options on the market right now. Why You Should Use Fuel Injector Cleaners Fuel injectors help to derive the right balance between oxygen and fuel consumption for your cars, by changing/adapting the fuel usage in tandem with the oxygen consumption capacity of your cars. Thus, you can be sure that your vehicle’s gasoline is not wasted at all. It is very important to clean and maintain your fuel injectors on a regular basis. If you don’t clean them properly, the following problems may happen: • Unclean or blocked fuel injectors • Fuel injectors not opening or not closing • Leaks in the nozzles of fuel injectors These could happen if unnecessary residue or foreign substances like rust get settled on your injectors. It could also happen when your injectors get over-heated or when your car is not serviced for a long time. In order to avoid all these problems, it is imperative to clean your fuel injection systems regularly. Best Fuel Injector Cleaner – Our Top Picks There are lots of fuel injector cleaners available on the market, so you can choose the one you like. On the other side, some are better than the others. Today, we’re going to talk about five options which really hit the target with consumers. Each one is affordable and comes from a trusted manufacturer. 1. BG 44K This is the best fuel injector cleaner on our list. This brand has been around for four decades now and naturally is one of the trustworthy go-to brands for manufacturers of automobiles. Exclusively designed for gasoline engines, this cleaning product is known for its quick action cleaning process that it undertakes on fuel injectors, valves, combustion chambers and the like. It provides quick relief from problems related to rusting or residues getting settled inside the injectors. Since all unnecessary foreign objects clogging up the injectors are immediately removed, BG 44K Fuel System Cleaner ensures that your fuel injectors get back to working condition almost immediately. It is a non-alcoholic product and is compatible for all kinds of fuel and fuel additives. Why choose this? • The best fuel injector cleaner on the market • Very cost-effective • Quickly cleans fuel injectors, valves and combustion chambers • All kinds of engine issues like power loss, stumbling, residue collection, stalling etc. are corrected at a super-fast pace. • Can be applied easily on all kinds of vehicles on a regular basis to keep fuel injectors, valves and chambers in perfect working condition • One can will treat close to 20 gallons of gasoline and improves the mileage of your car to a great extent. 2. Chevron Techron This can be aptly called the complete fuel injector cleaner because it not only acts as a protection agent, but also does the functions of stabilization, reduction of problems, improving of engine performance and restoring the lost functionality of your engines in quick time. This well-reputed cleaner from Chevron is used for cleaning fuel injectors, valves, combustion chambers, carburetors and the entire fuel management system. It stabilizes fuel consumption for up to one year and acts on impaired injectors in real quick time. These can be used for engines that don’t start or for engines that have not been looked after for a long time. Why choose this? • It is one of the most trusted brands by automakers today as it is a premium fuel system cleaning agent which comes with an excellent PEA (polyether amines) technology • Compatible for a wide variety of vehicles, fuels and fuel additives • Can bring back your car’s fuel system to its original functionality within a very short span of time • Cleans, restores, protects the entire fuel system (fuel injectors, carburetors, intake valves and combustion chambers) • Restores lost power, acceleration, lost fuel economy, and operation of the fuel gauge sensor • Reduces rough idle, engine surge, hesitation, and spark plus fouling • Improves cold start performance, and fuel stability for up to one year • Very affordably priced 3. Red Line SI-1 This is a fuel injector cleaner which is known for its accurate performance. It is known to work close to 100% on fuel injectors immediately upon application. One of the highlights of this brand is that it is absolutely safe for your vehicle, even if you use it on a regular basis. This is a detergent based product comes in a 15 ounce bottle and is in a concentrated state. It is used to clean a wide range of auto parts like fuel injectors, valves, combustion chambers and carburetors to completely remove all kinds of residues and dirt on them. Another point that works in favor of this product is that it contains polyether amines (commonly known as PEA), a component, which is known for its fuel injector cleaning properties. Why choose this? • Great value for money • Apt for vehicles that have been kept idle for a long time as the strong concentrated detergent works effectively on these auto parts; it is recommended to use one bottle fully for such vehicles • Compatible for most of the kinds of vehicles • Comes with added advantage of synthetic cylinder lubricants as well, which protect your car cylinders perfectly and prevent them from leakages • Cleans injectors and carbs to like-new efficiency • Lubricates upper cylinder and valves • Prevents fuel system rust and cleans intake valve deposits • Reduces pre-ignition and run-on as well as effectively cleaning the emission control systems • Stabilizes gasoline and prevents carburetor icing which effects your vehicles performance 4. Royal Purple Max-Clean This fuel injector cleaner is known for its amazing performance on new engines and on engines that have been idle for a long time. It can be used to solve all kinds of fuel injector system problems like stalling, hesitation, etc. It is also one of the most cost-effective eco-friendly products available on the market today. The toxic emissions of hydrocarbons, nitrous oxide and carbon emissions are lesser by 12%. 13% and 18% respectively. Fuel performance and horsepower of the engine is also increased by 3.2% and 2.6% respectively. Why choose this? • 3-in-1 fuel additive keeps new engines clean and improves vehicle’s performance • Uses state of the art technology to do a thorough cleaning of all fuel related auto parts • Eco-friendly with lesser toxic emissions • Prevents all kinds of fuel & engine related problems and clears off all unwanted residues on the injectors, thereby unblocking them to send the gasoline mist to motors • Great stabilizer agent for your fuels when you plan to store your fuel or when your car is not in use • Brings reasonable improvement in horsepower and fuel economy rates • Provides better gasoline mileage for your cars • Highly cost-effective • One of the best fuel injector cleaners on the market 5. Lucas Fuel Treatment If you are looking for something more than just a fuel injector cleaner, you should buy Lucas Fuel Treatment, because this is a fuel conditioning agent. By the name conditioning, it is understood, that this product completely rejuvenates your fuel system with its excellent features. It is known for improving the durability of your fuel injectors and fuel pumps. All kinds of unnecessary toxic emissions are burned by this product; hence you can be assured of the safety of your fuel systems when applying this. Why choose this? • Increases power and miles per gallon by burning excess exhaust emissions • Complete cleansing and lubrication for your fuel system • All problems related to low sulfur fuel are completely neutralized • Improves the mileage capacity of car • Control effects of toxic emissions and completely wipes off the negative effects of methanol • Provides unparalleled smoothness to engines within one application itself Source