QUICK LOOK: New Mercedes-Benz COMAND touchpad
https://youtu.be/Qtyl_2ddbPs The Mercedes-Benz GLC F-Cell debut in Frankfurt provided a view of some new cues that look likely to make their way on to the W205 C-Class and GLC facelifts. These include …
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Singapore switches to Euro 6 emissions standard – more than a dozen car models set to leave the market
Singapore's adoption of the Euro 6 emission standard for motor vehicles - which begins from today - is set to have an impact on a number of car models. More than a …
Honda Urban EV Concept teased, to debut in Frankfurt
Honda will be showing off the next stage of its 'Electric Vision' electrification plan for its European vehicle range at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The brand is set to …
Ford files patent for a self-levelling cup holder design
Untoward drink spillages in vehicle cup holders may be a thing of the past, if something like this one ever sees light. Ford has filed a patent last week with the US …
Petronas launches online store, working with Shopee
Petronas Dagangan has annouced its entry into the e-commerce space with the launch of its first online store in collaboration with e-commerce platform Shopee. The company says that the new digital platform …
LPT2 users to enjoy 50% toll rebate for National Day
Motorists using the East Coast Expressway (LPT2) this week during the National Day and Hari Raya Aidiladha holidays are set to enjoy a 50% toll rebate. The rebate will be offered to …
BMW Malaysia introduces BMW Oil Inclusive Program – extending oil service up to five years or 100,000 km
BMW Malaysia has announced the introduction of a BMW Oil Inclusive Program for all BMW vehicles without an active service programme or for which the original service programme has lapsed. Essentially, the …
BMW ahead of Daimler, VW in profitability for 1H 2017
A study has revealed that BMW is ahead of rival Daimler and world No 2 automaker Volkswagen in terms of profitability for the first half of 2017. According to the Ernst & …
C292 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 Coupe OrangeArt Edition introduced in Malaysia – limited units, RM718,888
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has introduced another C292 GLE Coupe variant in the country with the arrival of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 43 4Matic Coupe, the announcement of the variant being made at the introduction …
Tan Chong launches TC Warranty Plus – extended warranty packages available for Nissan owners
Tan Chong Insurance Business Stream (TCIBS), the insurance division of Tan Chong Motor Holdings, has announced the launch of an extended warranty programme for Nissan owners, specifically for Almera, Serena S-Hybrid and …
2018 Porsche Cayenne – images of third-gen leaked
The new Porsche Cayenne is set for a global reveal on August 29, which is tomorrow, but the first official images have been leaked, the pix coming to light courtesy of Auto …
Uber suspended, faces a hefty fine in the Philippines
Over in the Philippines, Uber will have to pay a penalty of 190 million pesos (RM15.8 million) to lift a one-month suspension imposed by the country's Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board …
Ferrari 812 Superfast debuts in Malaysia – RM1.58 mil
Naza Italia has launched the Ferrari 812 Superfast in Malaysia - the F12berlinetta and F12tdf replacement arrives here five months after making its official debut in Geneva. It's priced at RM1,578,800, excluding …
PIAM introduces Motor Product Selector – online platform offers easy shopping for motor insurance
Today's media briefing by the General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM) on the industry's first half 2017 performance also saw the mention of two key items related to motor insurance. The first …
PIAM: Motor insurance premiums show growth in 1H 2017, but claims climb to RM14.7 million a day
The General Insurance Association of Malaysia (PIAM), the national trade association representing all insurers in the country, today revealed figures for the first half of 2017. It reported that the general insurance …
Comprehensive motor insurance liberalisation – BNM reveals some emerging trends from the first month
Motor comprehensive insurance has moved into the second month of its phased liberalisation, and according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), some early trends have emerged in the first month since the switch …
Road charge for Thai-reg vehicles still being studied
The proposed road charge (RC) or Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) charge for foreign-registered vehicles entering Malaysia via the Thai border will only be implemented after the completion of a technical study conducted …
MRT has served 7.4 million passengers since Dec 2016
The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) Sungai Buloh-Kajang line has ferried around 7.4 million passengers since it began operating, Bernama reports. Phase one of 51 km-long stretch of urban rail began operations in …
Malaysia among top 10 markets for automakers to have manufacturing operations in, says research firm
According to a global research firm, Malaysia is among the top 10 most attractive markets for automakers to start or maintain automotive manufacturing operations in, Malay Mail Online reports. The country received …
Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet – future luxury
It's called the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet, and it's Mercedes-Benz's latest take on what a luxury convertible of the future might well shape up to be. The two-seater study was showcased at …
