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The Next-Gen Ford Ranger Wildtrak is this local cycling club’s trusted companion for long cross-country journeys and rough off-road trails
For members of the Prekkers Cycling Club, there’s nothing more fulfilling than going for a ride on quiet Sunday mornings. Together, this tight-knit group cruise through the wide, winding roads and explore the hilly terrain that the Malaysian countryside has to offer, taking a break every once in a while to sip on coffee, take photos and enjoy each other’s company.
On these adventures, these young cycling enthusiasts rely on Next-Gen Ford Ranger Wildtrak on every step of the way. This four-wheel drive is the perfect off-road companion in more ways than one, with next-level capabilities to make every cyclist's experience easier. For instance, the integrated rear box step provide better access to the cargo box, on which hook points and aluminium rails allow for safer, smoother dismounting of bikes to kick off the journey.
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Tatler follows these intrepid cyclists on one of their exciting journeys to Janda Baik, where they encounter challenging routes and lush natural landscapes.
For daring and ambitious cyclists, this latest Ford model is fitted with the proven Bi-Turbo 2.0 inline four-cylinder diesel which guarantees power to climb uphill roads and conquer hard-to-reach, remote places, while saving fuel. It brings the Prekkers Cycling Club to a beautiful, secluded waterfall, one of the many hidden gems in Janda Baik.
Similar to other premium SUVs that has a large centre console screen, it features first and only in-segment 12-inch touchscreen with the latest SYNC 4A infotainment system that provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility to help the driver stay connected to his pack of cyclists.
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Most importantly, The Prekkers Cycling Club appreciates the next-gen Ford Ranger’s advanced safety features—both passive and active—to keep the whole group safe. A few intelligent features they use during this trip include the BLIS system and Blind Spot Information System. The former acts as ‘a set of eyes’ when performing a lane change or merging onto the highway whereas the latter warns the driver of his blind spot when one of the cyclist was trying to overtake the vehicle by an indicator of the side mirror.
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The Next-Gen Wildtrak's Adaptive Cruise Control with a stop-and-go function is particularly useful during the long journey. While behind the group of cyclists, it sets a suitable cruising speed, automatically adjusting when they slow down or speed up. The driver can drive in comfort, keeping his foot on the brake in case any vehicles decide to cut in from the side. However, if the driver does not react in time, he can be assured that the Evasive Steer Assist can jump in to avoid any potential collisions.
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Credits
Videography: Goh Kwee Jin and Kamal Azraai
Photography: Imran Sulaiman
Photography Assistant: Emran Shafiq
Content Direction: Elyza Khamil
Based in Kuala Lumpur, Zue Wei Leong is the senior style writer at Tatler Malaysia. Read her stories on the latest in fashion, beauty and jewellery or follow her on Instagram at @fshnbrnr.
