Wallpaper Wednesday // Bali Exotic Duo // Ferrari F12 and Aventador
On today’s Wallpaper Wednesday we have two very special Italians ready to be set as your desktop background. First up is the Ferrari F12. Ferrari’s monstrous 731HP, 508 LB-FT grand tourer. With such a sleek exterior design and undoubtedly gorgeous fascia, it’s the stunning art sculpture in motion. Then there’s the Aventador, the two-seater four-wheel-drive jet-inspired supercar. Both Italian exotics …
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Products Showcase // Edition 2
In this edition I’m going to share with you some of the most recent updates from our partners. From KW’s DLC kit for the Porsche Panamera to CarSpa’s professional detailing of a Ferrari FF. Contact us at hawknpoke@gmail.com for partnership inquiries. DPE Elite 22″ for Range Rover Evoque Contact info: Permaisuri Upper class SUV definitely needs upper class wheels. Permaisuri …
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Three IndoMelbournians // 370Z, DC2R, WRX Group Shoot
A fresh send-in for today’s article came from Jason Alvin, a fellow Indonesian HnP contributor currently living in Melbourne. Through his set of pictures and story, he’d like to offer us a unique insight into the three different Indonesian-owned builds he’s been frequently hanging out with. First up is Yohanes’ 370Z on Gnosis, then there’s Jason’s personal Integra Type R …
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HnP Fans Friday // Edition 2
This week at #hawnkpoke we even have submissions from Indonesians overseas! From @na_hero in US to @jason_alvin91 in Melbourne. Also be sure to check out some recent updates found on our fans’ cars, such as @samuel_ts‘s Lexus with the new GramLights, @christopherwopper‘s Scirocco on new Advans and @iwan_liman‘s line up of drool-worthy performance rides. How to have your cars published? …
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Full Force // Benny’s K04 & Aired Out GTI on Work Wheels
The mighty GTI. Take a test drive in one and you’ll immediately realize how good it is in combining performance with practicality. Fits five adults comfortably. Looks undoubtedly sporty, especially for the 2-door. Highly tunable 2.0 turbocharged engine. Comfortable German interior. All for the price of an entry level C Class. How much more desirable could it be? Meet Benny, …
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Indo MINI Club Surabaya April 2014 Morning Run // Photo Coverage
A few weeks ago I received an invitation to join the Indo MINI Club Surabaya morning run. To be honest at first I didn’t know that Surabaya has its own Indo MINI Club. Wanting to know more about the club and its morning run, I contacted fellow HnP contributor, Chris, to attend the cruise and do a picture coverage. Attended …
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Upper Limit // Henry’s Porsche 911S on ADV.1
Eighty-three years ago, 25 April 1931, was the day Ferdinand Porsche established his now-respected German automotive company – Porsche GmbH. Eighty-three years of innovations. Eighty-three years of successes and hardships. One same passion for advanced engineering and efficient engine performance. From building war machines to now building some of the finest highend performance cars out there, ‘Porsche’ has become synonymous …
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HnP Fans Friday // Edition 1
Introducing our latest format on the blog: HnP Fans Friday. Dedicated to all of our fans who’ve been eager to have their rides posted at HnP, Fans Friday article will feature some of the most notable instagram posts wearing #hawknpoke. How to have your cars published? Simply follow us on instagram and put #hawknpoke to your instagram posts. And please …
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HnP Bangkok // RSR Automotive x Studie +Bangkok- // Photo Gallery
As we’re expanding our way to nearby Asian countries, we’ll be bringing you more and more of the Asian car culture. On today’s article I have a great collection of pictures taken by Winston J during his January visit to Bangkok, Thailand. After joining some midnight runs with RSR Automotive workshop owners and friends, Winston had the opportunity to tour …
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M Owners Club Indonesia Bandung Breakfast // Photo Coverage
Last Saturday 12th April 2014, we’ve joined yet another great morning convoy with the M Owners Club Indonesia (MOCI). Meeting point was at Arcadia Senayan, right before the sunrise, with its destination being the Landmark Residence in Bandung. Making a couple of stops, one at KM88 for regrouping and another at Pasteur to meet the Morning Call community of Bandung, …
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Nuvolks Bandung Breakfast Gathering // Photo Coverage
After last month’s Nuvolks Bandung officers’ relaunch ceremony, they’ve now come back with a breakfast gathering and HnP photoshoot held last week. Attended by some of Bandung’s coolest German hot hatches, the meet was filled with a rather vast variety of moded rides. From interesting body color wraps to air suspension setup. Enjoy these great captures by Mex our Bandung …
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Super Style // Han’s BMW E90 on BC Forged
The BMW 3 Series started its life in 1975 as BMW’s response to the world’s oil crisis in 1973. The first 3 Series came only with a two-door version, dubbed the E21, with the very economical 1.6L engine. Not many of us common enthusiasts were aware of this model, because its successor is the more popular model here on our …
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The New Heir is Here // Golf MK7 on BC Forged
Seven generations and 29-million units later since 1974, now comes the MK7 version of Europe’s hot hatch king – the VW Golf. Sharper, lighter, and more functional than ever, the MK7 Golf rises up to be the king’s new heir in pursuing the prestigious title of “World’s Car of the Year” (in 2009 and 2013 the Golf MK6 managed to …
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Nuvolks Bandung Relaunch Gathering // Photo Coverage
Saturday, March 15th, 2014. Indonesia’s largest and official watercooled Volkswagen community, Nuvolks, held yet another gathering at GH Universal Hotel, Bandung. Arranged in conjunction with the relaunching of new Nuvolks Bandung officers, the event was attended by Nuvolks Jakarta, Empire Club and Morningcall community. It was a great sunny morning filled with plenty of laughters, good foods and warm welcomes …
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Permaisuri Thursday // Subaru WRX STI on Advan
Despite the rising number of “form over function” style movement on our city’s streets, we’re still seeing a majority of “functionally” modified cars out there. It’s especially true when it comes to higher performance rides such as the Evolution, STI, Type R and the like. A lot of performance Japanese ride owners are still sticking true to the functional modification …
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Safety Speeding at Sentul // Photo Coverage
I have another Sentul-fun-day set of pictures submitted by Winston J as today’s article! While several days ago Charles submitted his coverage of the JDM crew’s trackday, today Winston sent in his coverage of Alvin’s (KW Suspension) safety speeding day held last week, on the same Bogor-bound circuit. Personally I really like the idea of such frequent trackdays, giving enthusiasts …
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A Class of Its Own // Porsche Cayman on VIP Modular
Here is something you don’t see everyday: VIP Modular wheels on a Cayman. In fact, this is the first time we featured a car with VIP Modular. VIP modular is an American forged wheel which was created in California back in 2004. It is catered to create one-of-a-kind wheels for every type of vehicles’ needs. From stance cars to VIPs, …
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JDM.RUN x EVO.ID Sentul Track Day // Photo Coverage
Where’s the fun in building high performance machines if you can’t drive them to their full potential? It’s no longer a secret that a lot of us enthusiasts these days are testing our rides on the highways during the wee hours, but what’s even more challenging are the proper track days. Timed laps on the track, where each participant can …
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Permaisuri Thursday // MINI Countryman S on Alpina
Behold, the not-so-mini MINI: the Countryman. Deemed as MINI’s answer to those seeking a larger cabin yet retaining all the typical MINI perks and excitements, the Countryman is the MINI SUV. Built to be taller, larger, roomier than the standard Cooper, the Countryman has been designed to properly carry five adults with ample cargo space. What I have today, however, …
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