MINI Rocketman Concept – now this one is really mini!
The new MINI isn't very mini, and newer products like the MINI Countryman have pushed the boundaries in terms of size, but here's an interesting concept bound for Geneva - one that's …
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Interesting new models coming from BMW Malaysia soon!
This F25 BMW X3 was spotted on a trailer in Klang yesterday afternoon. There was only a single X3 on the trailer it seems, the rest of the vehicles consisted of a …
Italdesign Giugiaro Volkswagen concept drawings leaked?
These drawings of what's supposed to be a range of Volkswagen concept cars by (now Volkswagen-owned) Italdesign Giugiaro have surfaced on the internet. They look like a C-segment and a B-segment hatchback, …
Europestar SUV based on Proton platform spied in China
Sometime last year we were informed that China's Youngman was developing an SUV of their own together with Lotus Engineering based on the Proton GEN2 platform. Basically this was one of the …
Jaguar to launch the hardcore 550 hp XKR-S in Geneva
Click to enlarge Jaguar's XK family will have a new range topper soon, as the British luxury brand has announced plans to launch the hardcore XKR-S at the Geneva Motor Show. Although …
Five things the Proton prototype in Sweden tells us!
1. New Turbocharged Engine This isn't exactly something new to us as it's been mentioned by Datuk Syed Zainal a few times in the past, but just a recap, the next generation …
Ford Fiesta: join the 1 million Fiesta owners worldwide!
This is a sponsored advertorial to promote the Experience Fiesta, Experience Hollywood contest where you can win a 5D4N trip to the American Idol. American carmakers are coming out of the global …
BMW launches i sub-brand, 2 models to roll out from 2013
It has been known for quite some time now that BMW has plans for a sub brand, something like the M division. It's out of the box now, and it's called 'i'. …
Subaru teases ‘Boxer Sports Car Architecture’ on website
Click to enlarge It was previously announced that Subaru will be bringing its version of the Toyota FT-86 to Geneva, and Fuji Heavy Industries, the maker of Subaru automobiles, has opened a …
Rolls-Royce 102EX – electric Phantom set for world tour
Click to enlarge Rolls-Royce has confirmed the development of 102EX, a one-off, fully electric powered Phantom that will debut at Geneva. 102EX will serve as a working test bed for a global …
Bertone creates ‘X-Type replacement concept’ for Jaguar
Jaguar lacks a volume seller that fights in the 3-Series/C-Class market and plans to launch one in 2013/2014 to take over from where the discontinued X-Type left off. If it looks anything …
Volvo V60 is the world’s first diesel plug-in hybrid
Diesel loving Europe hasn't embraced the hybrid car in a big way, not when modern oil burners are as frugal without the aid of batteries. So how about a plug-in diesel hybrid? …
Nissan March gets new supercharged three-pot engine
A supercharger to boost efficiency and emissions in a small car isn't a very common solution, but Nissan has chosen this path for its March (Micra in some markets) supermini. The word …
Hyundai introduces Quick Service and 24-Hour Key Drop
Sime Darby Auto Hyundai recently launched a host of innovative services targeted at its busy urban customers. Among them are Quick Service (QS) and 24-Hour Key Drop. QS is self explanatory. It's …
It’s official: 2011 Bahrain GP opener has been cancelled!
The 2011 season's opening race scheduled to happen on March 13th 2011 at Bahrain has been called off thanks to anti-government protests in the kingdom, ending a week of question marks on …
Wearnes is official McLaren dealer for Singapore!
Wearnes Automotive have been officially confirmed as the dealer for McLaren's new road car division in Singapore. Soon we'll all be able to hear the shriek of McLaren' MP4-12C's 3.8 litre twin-turbocharged …
Renault Captur to go into production as a crossover Clio
Renault will be putting the Renault Captur concept into production - it will join the Renault family as part of the next generation Clio range, making it somewhat like a "CrossClio". The …
Ford Fiesta Sport+ 1.6 Ti-VCT upgraded to 134 PS
Ford has launched a new limited edition Ford Fiesta Sport+ in Europe, which has its 1.6 litre Ti-VCT engine pumped up to 134 PS and 160Nm, up from the stock numbers of …
Nasim to up exports of 207 to Thailand, Indonesia is next
Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official Peugeot distributor in Malaysia, will be increasing exports of its 207 to Thailand. Nasim began exporting the 207 to Thailand in November last year with an initial …
Geneva bound Audi A3 ‘notchback sedan’ previewed
Click to enlarge Audi has toyed with the idea of offering a sedan bodystyle for its A3 before, and now it looks like they're pushing ahead with the plans. The sketches you …
