Fiat Viaggio world preview at the 2012 Beijing Motor Show
It is not much but here are some teasers of the Fiat Viaggio, which the Italian carmaker says is a totally new model. Fiat will throw off its covers at the 2012 …
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F1: Nico Rosberg wins the Chinese GP, his maiden victory and Mercedes’ first triumph since 1955!
Nico Rosberg's first win was always likely to be at the Chinese GP. The young German has led the race in Shanghai in recent years, only to fail to take the win. …
Proton Prevé to be launched tonight – check back here later at night for the full details about the P3-21A!
The Proton Prevé is set to be officially launched by the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, later tonight. We'll be there to cover the event, and will be bringing you …
Dacia Lodgy – seven-seater touts space on the cheap
Renault subsidiary Dacia has announced the arrival of the Lodgy, a seven-seater MPV that slots into the fold touting space and affordability as its trump cards. The people carrier, the seventh model …
Citroën Numéro 9 concept car to be unveiled in Beijing
It looks like Citroën will be very busy during the Beijing Motor Show because the French carmaker will be introducing the DS line to the Chinese. And to highlight the occasion, Citroën …
Nissan NV200 Taxi – New York City’s Taxi of Tomorrow
The iconic Ford Crown Victoria New York yellow cabs are on their way out, to be replaced a Nissan van beginning in late 2013. The 2014 Nissan NV200 Taxi recently made its …
Prototype EV battery explodes at a GM research lab
We sometimes tend to forget that batteries tend to be potentially volatile things - they can, if stressed beyond reasonable measure, go south, like catch fire and blow up. That's what happened …
China overtakes USA as BMW Group’s biggest market
China is a goldmine for almost every luxury brand out there, from Louis Vuitton to Ferrari. Now, the world's largest auto market has overtaken the United States as the BMW Group's largest …
Assemble your own Toyota 86. Take a photo. Win prize
Now that we’ve got your attention, yes you can get your own Toyota 86 without the six-figure price tag. You see, owning one does require some effort and deft fingers on your …
Subaru BRZ – domestic deliveries delayed to Jan 2013
Well, it's all hot like burning where Subaru's BRZ is concerned. The Nikkei reports that its maker, Fuji Heavy Industries, swamped with orders and unable to keep up with production, is set …
JPJ to open bid for personalised number plates next year
Don't see the big deal in 'WWW' number plates? Reports emerged earlier this week saying that vehicle owners will be allowed to bid for personalised vehicle registration numbers (NPP) from 2013. Cars, …
Two Honda concepts teased ahead of Beijing Motor Show
Take a look at the two pictures you see here. The line drawings are from Honda and it is supposed to depict the two concept cars that will be unveiled at the …
Porsche Cayenne GTS set for Beijing debut – 420 hp V8
Porsche is lining up a world debut for this Cayenne GTS at the upcoming Auto China show in Beijing. The pillars of this new variant, which slots in between the Cayenne S …
Super GT 2012 Round 3 announced – bigger event this year
Here’s a safe prediction: the month of June will see a high number of Japanese visiting the country, especially in the first two weeks of the month. The reason for that …
Volkswagen Scirocco R: 255 PS, 330 Nm, RM281k
The Volkswagen Scirocco R is here, the third R car introduced by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia after last month's debut of the Golf R and Passat CC R-Line. The R will be …
Shell Helix launches enhanced range of motor oils for 2012
You may have already seen these motor oils on the shelf but Shell has just officially unveiled their expanded Helix motor oil line up. The line up now includes a new ‘Fuel …
Kung Fu Vettel – the champ stars in short martial arts flick
The things done in the name of publicity - F1 world champion Sebastian Vettel is set to appear in a short martial arts film titled Kung Fu Vettel: Drive of the Dragon, …
Lotus issues a very unique press release to clear the air on matters – gone walkabout completely, or brilliant PR?
There's no denying that of late, all sorts of rumours have been flying about concerning Lotus the brand, ever since DRB-Hicom's deal in taking a majority stake in Proton came about. Plenty …
Ferrari celebrates 20 years in China with limited-run 458
It has been 20 years since the first Ferrari, a 348 TS, was ordered in Beijing. And to celebrate the milestone, Ferrari will, in a few weeks time, inaugurate its first ever …
Win tickets to catch Marvel’s The Avengers with us at a special Driven Movie Night event!
Ah, yes, time for a pleasant break from matters of the four-wheeled variety that's the usual fare on these pages. This one is about a movie, and how you can get invited …
