a good question, i just found an article
i believe it is sort like a "software tweak" that used to enhance the handling by reducing the wheel torque when turns. this is interesting, time to read
https://www.extremetech.com/extreme/230819-...a-better-driver

ok, this will answer to some of the questions asked here.

"While it’s a software enhancement to the Mazda SkyActiv engine control module, there are also subtle tweaks to the suspension and steering"

To clarify the confusion, it is like a souped up ESP, but Mazda's own programming. It needed better sensors and calibration, hence it can't be retrofitted to non facelifted models.

GVC is active constantly, unlike ESP/brake actuated torque vectoring which only stays on stand by and only activates when wheel slip/loss of traction is detected. It works alongside the yaw and steering angle sensor to deliver the smoothest possible drive by minimising mid corner corrections or constant little corrections to keep the car straight through changes in torque to wheels by adjusting ignition timing. It is a very advanced solution that even the continentals have not thought of and testament to the technological innovation that Mazda have. It could be licensed to other manufacturers if Mazda decides to do so.

It is so good to the fact that it is practically imperceptible to drivers, and that is confusing to people as they can't "feel" it! ESP is still there for drastic situations that are beyond the capabilities of GVC.

Bodykit, TPMS

Any recommendation on bodykit in arnd cheras area?

Is tpms really that important?

This post has been edited by IReallyNeed Answers: May 3 2017, 01:23 PM

You can try Sri Ardin, can search in FB.

TPMS is optional, not cheap though. I only had front strut bar and bodykit installed for my BL.

Thanks bro, yeah, prices for tpms is crazy!

Does having only front strut bar make much of a different?

Since stage one is front and rear?

Felt slight difference. The only thing I don't like is the bar blocking the battery cover.

Oh, so change battery time William have to kacau the bar lo?

I've not use the bar before, can it be install and uninstall suka hati?

Or need precision tuning when installing one?

Yea, have to remove it but no need any specific tuning. Install je.

was looking to some used mazda 3, noticed that some version are with sunroof and the RPM / speedo meter are different too, those version are from mazda malaysia?

front strut bar is qouted rm318 by ultra racing

ok pricing?

It can be cheaper. Try find from few more sellers.

Any good recommendation in arnd cheras area

Beside ultra racing, any better reputable brand I should look at?

This post has been edited by IReallyNeed Answers: May 3 2017, 05:49 PM

with sunroof is CBU and RPM/Speedo meter equiped is CKD.
CKD more accessories than CBU but without sunroof and i-eloop only

I just came back from test driving Mazda 3 old and new FL and I got to say. Mazda drives the best....compared to new civic, though civic beats Mazda 3 in cabin space, and tech... But it feels like sampan when taking corners. Something which Mazda 3 is so good in. 99k for 2016 sure is tempting.

Though I did test drive ioniq too... Smaller car but the tech was wow. Also got good offer o test drive car for sale at 95k...decisions decisions.

Are you really sure civic win Mazda 3 in tech?

Space for sure.

glad to heard that! i got a civic and M3 in da house. i would say the driving pressure in M3 are much fun than civic especially hitting the corner and gear shifting when rev!

Agree! i would said M3 more hi-tech than civic especially the safety features! the smart city brake support has helped me avoid 2 times of accident.

I beg your pardon.. Civic beats M3 in what kind of tech? android auto and apple carplay? other than that nothing else that I can think of. haha.

👏 a lot of small accident could be avoided with these kind of safety features.