Proton Saga FLX SE launched – RM49,899 OTR!
Ah, while all the action seems to be in Tokyo, along pops up something more relevant and closer to home. Proton has announced the introduction of the Saga FLX SE, which we …
November 2011
Tokyo 2011 live: Fourth-generation Honda CR-V SUV
Here's some live shots of the new 2012 Honda CR-V, the fourth-generation of Honda's popular SUV. The new CR-V has just been launched in Japan in both 2.0 and 2.4 litre form. …
Tokyo 2011: Subaru Advanced Tourer Concept debuts
Over at Subaru, the Advanced Tourer Concept has made its debut at the TMS. The company describes it as a new generation sports wagon, and the 4.58 metre-long B-pillarless vehicle combines a …
Tokyo 2011: Audi A1 Samurai Blue slices its way in
Not all the fun and games belong to the Japanese, despite Tokyo being home ground. Audi has snuck in a premiere of its own at the TMS, and this one is a …
Tokyo 2011 live: Toyota Aqua hybrid is a smaller Prius
The Toyota Aqua is the JDM name for the Toyota Prius c - it's essentially a compact hatchback with a Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive system. It measures less than four metres long …
Tokyo 2011: Honda Micro Commuter – like a comfy jacket!
It wouldn't be the Tokyo show without wacky urban concepts, and here's what Honda has come up with for this edition, the Micro Commuter Concept. Honda is describing the MCC as an …
Tokyo 2011 Live: Toyota GT 86 Coupe unveiled!
The Toyota GT 86 is not something you would expect out of Toyota in recent years. A front mounted high-revving 2.0 litre four-cylinder Subaru boxer engine with Toyota D-4S direct injection technology, …
Tokyo 2011: Honda EV-STER previews electric powered, rear-wheel drive, two-seater convertible
Ohayou gozaimasu! We are reporting live from the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, which returns to Tokyo proper after 24 years. The venue for this year's show is the Tokyo Big Sight, just …
Honda CR-V – 4th-gen to begin selling in Japan on Dec 2
Honda will begin selling its new CR-V in Japan from December 2. The fourth-generation SUV, which made its global debut in LA earlier in the month, will be available domestically in 2.4 …
Proton-Mitsubishi strategic collaboration – Proton expects to ink deal by year-end to build Mitsubishi sedan models
Following the news in September about Proton and Mitsubishi discussing a broad ranging collaboration, Bernama reports that Proton expects to seal a JV agreement with Mitsubishi Motors by year-end to build Mitsubishi …
George Town to be car-free on Sundays starting Dec 11
It's all set to get a bit quieter in George Town on Sundays. According to reports, Penang's CM Lim Guan Eng has announced that selected roads in the state capital are to …
Nissan Juke Nismo Concept – another juke box hero
Click to enlarge. Nissan's Nismo performance arm will be unveiling its latest creation in Tokyo - the Juke Nismo is the company's take on what a premium sports version of the compact …
Toyota GT 86 all set for world debut in Tokyo
The wait is over - the start of the Tokyo Motor Show tomorrow will see the world debut of Toyota's FT- 86, and the production car will now be known as the …
FAW launches new brand called Oley in China
Chinese automaker FAW Group unveiled a new brand called Oley (or Oulang, in Chinese) last week at the Guangzhou auto show. The small car brand is hoping to attract young consumers with …
Caterham Group announced – parent company to handle everything Caterham, including the F1 team
In line with the rebranding of Team Lotus to Caterham F1 Team next season, the creation of a newly-formed business called Caterham Group has officially been announced. The Group is the parent …
Toyota and BMW discussing broad partnership on environmental vehicles, primarily for Europe
In this day and age, it's making more sense to expand your horizons by working with others. Toyota, it seems, is certainly of this belief - word has it that the Japanese …
GALLERY: Landmark models at Honda Collection Hall, Twin Ring Motegi – 65 pics of cars, bikes and robots!
Greetings from cold cold Japan! We're here to bring you coverage of the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, which will open for the press the day after tomorrow. But before we see the …
Perodua Myvi – 1.3 litre model launched in Mauritius
Perodua has begun selling the New Myvi 1.3 litre in Mauritius, with the first 22 units already on Mauritian shores. The car, which is available in four variants (AT and MT, in …
Proton wins Malaysian 1.6 Touring Car Championship
Proton clinched the 1.6 Touring Car Category in the 2011 Malaysian Super Series Championship (MSS) over the weekend - Faidzil Alang drove a textbook race in the fifth and final round of …
Suzuki wants to divorce VW, taking the dispute to court
We saw it coming, and the sour relationship between Suzuki and VW is now going to the courts, with the Japanese bride demanding that her estranged German husband sign the divorce papers. …
