Fuel & Caffeine: Where Cars Met Coffee in KL

By Au Yong Shannon

KUALA LUMPUR - As the local car club, Petrolhead Markets brought together engine and coffee lovers under a roof for the PHMWRLD: Fuel & Coffee KL; the city's car culture has made its most recent stop at If Only, a café located at the centre of KL.

The crowd in Japanese Domestic Market (JDM). Image Credits: Au Yong Shannon

A lively crowd of Japanese Domestic Market (JDM), recon and sports cars owners rolled in for the event at 9AM, not only to showcase the valuable automobiles but also to share the enthusiast and socialise with a freshly brewed hot coffee. Within two hours, the area was packed with a vibrant queue of JDM icons, recon built and sports cars that attracted curious eyes and auto enthusiasts from all directions.

People gathering at the car to take picture. Image Credits: Au Yong Shannon

Rows of clean automobiles lined at the parking, while inside were full of conversation about the car modification, turbo setting and future car event. The atmosphere was a mixture of espresso and fuel. 

Having the recent event at If Only elevated the casual vibe and a vibrant pit stop. “We wanted a safe and chill space for car lovers to meet, hang out, and enjoy great cars; and caffeine made more sense.” the organiser, Nicholas added, “It’s all about bringing people together with similar interests in a relaxed setting.”

Even though the event was short, the excitement of the moment suggested something more significant. “​​Petrolhead Markets is growing into an integrated automotive lifestyle brand. More events are coming.”  said Nicholas,  “we’re planning to work with international media to show the world what Malaysia’s car scene has to offer.”

The event demonstrated that even a short morning session may create enduring connections where machines, coffee, and culture come together.