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Trio share high-octane PWRS experience
THE BORNEO BULLETIN, 28 MARCH 2018
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Held annually at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia, the exciting driving event is designed to give automotive enthusiasts the opportunity to pilot and put to the test several
For the second year running, QAF Eurokars (
During the one-day programme, participants got to enjoy a first-class service experience, and take part in high-speed braking and slalom tests, as well as vehicle handling and off-road sessions.
Sharing their experience of the event with the media yesterday were three Bruneians, Ahmad Aqil bin Haji Ahmad, Chan Hiok Thong and Pengiran Md Amir bin Pengiran Haji Md Salleh.
The trio, all driving on a racetrack for the first time, noted that the programme was “exhilarating” as it really “tested your driving skills”, and is “suited for those wanting to spend an extended amount of time driving new
For Ahmad Aqil, who owns a 718
“The feeling of the g-forces which pushed us deep into the bucket seats was incredible, but what’s more stunning is that the
Each participant had the chance to pilot a minimum of 10 different
“There are slight differences on how each of the cars react and handle, or enter and exit a corner,” said Pengiran Md Amir.
“However, with the assistance of advanced technologies available on board, we all felt like we were handling the cars like F1 drivers on the racetrack. My personal favourite was the 911
The trio also had the privilege of being among the few to experience
The new 718
For Chan, every participant walked away from the PWRS with a better understanding and appreciation of
“Most carmakers would focus on the luxury and comfort aspects of their vehicles and sacrifice on performance and speed in this sort of vehicle range.
3/28/2018