GM Powertrain now GM Global Propulsion Systems
General Motors has announced that it has officially renamed its GM Powertrain division to GM Global Propulsion Systems. The automaker says that the name change for the group reflects the new and …
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Perodua Tweckbot free car inspection heads to Johor
Perodua’s Tweckbot free car inspection programme, now in its sixth year of operation, is heading to Johor this week. The Tweckbot team will be stationed at the Giant Muar Mall, Johor from …
Traffic diversion along KESAS from Feb 23 to July 22
Konsortium Expressway Shah Alam Selangor has announced that there will be a temporary traffic diversion along the Shah Alam Expressway (KESAS) from February 23 until July 22 to facilitate pavement rehabilitation works. …
Ford Kuga goes black with Sport Appearance pack
Over in the US, Ford has announced the introduction of a Sport Appearance Package for the Escape (known here as the second-gen C520 Kuga) at the Chicago Auto Show. The dress-up kit …
GoCar – rent an Iriz, Myvi or Almera by the hour or day
Warisan TC Holdings subsidiary Mayflower Acme Tours has announced that it has acquired a majority stake in tech start-up GoCar, which was founded in March last year. The acquisition signals Mayflower's entry …
Raising traffic fines won’t reduce accidents – MIROS
The police have said that raising the quantum of traffic fines might well deter drivers from breaking the law, thus reducing the rate of fatal accidents, but the Malaysian Institute of Road …
VIDEO: MAI explains how Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) pact will benefit the local automotive industry
TPPA dan Industri AutomotifKetahui impak Perjanjian Perkongsian Trans-Pasifik (TPPA) kepada #MyAutoIndustry!Posted by Malaysia Automotive Institute on Thursday, 11 February 2016 The Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) has come out with a video explaining …
Kia Niro Hybrid – B-segment SUV debuts in Chicago
The Kia Niro Hybrid has made its debut at the Chicago Auto Show. The B-segment SUV - which was previewed by the Niro Concept in Frankfurt last September - was designed by …
Perodua contributes four units of Axia to police force
Perodua has contributed four Axia hatchbacks to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) for use as community patrol vehicles. The cars were delivered at Bukit Aman yesterday, with the automaker represented by Perodua …
Ford Fiesta ST – powered up version on the cards?
The intent just won't go away, even if the RS idea has (last count stood at no), and so a supposed power hike for the Ford Fiesta ST is apparently on the …
Continental issues global recall for five million airbags
More airbag-related news, and this time not about Takata, which was in the spotlight again today when Honda announced it will be recalling approximately 2.3 million vehicles in the US equipped with …
2016 Honda Civic set for mid-year debut in Australia
Honda Australia has sent out a teaser bulletin about the 2016 Honda Civic via email to subscribers, and while no new details were shed in the brief communique, a timeline for its …
Pan Borneo Highway construction to take into account wildlife habitats, ensure minimal impact to these
Construction of the Pan Borneo Highway will take into account wildlife habitats, and in certain affected areas like national parks and wildlife sanctuaries special concessions will be given to ensure that there …
Ford to streamline models, trim workforce in Europe
Ford has announced that it will be refocusing its product strategy in Europe, saying it will be adding new vehicles and derivatives in segments with the best growth and profit potential - …
Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex) route alignment may be used for public transportation line
There may not be a Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex), but the alignment route for the cancelled elevated highway project is set to be put to use - the draft of the Selangor Public …
Ford Driving Skills for Life – two more workshops held
The Ford Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme kicked off its 2016 season by hosting two higher education institutions, the German Malaysian Institute and Taylor’s University, last month. The free-of-charge DSFL workshops …
Uber rolls out a new look and feel, with more colours
Uber has rolled out a new look and feel, one that celebrates its technology as well as the cities it serves. In announcing the rebranding, co-founder and CEO Travis Kalanick says that …
PLUS advises motorists to be cautious of road debris
With traffic volumes set to increase significantly on the North-South Highway in the coming week, PLUS has advised motorists to be wary of debris on the route, particularly between the Ipoh and …
Honda Thailand celebrates Civic heritage in a video – 10th-generation FC mentioned as coming soon
https://youtu.be/je4863UaA-I Well, the build-up to the introduction of then 10th-generation Honda Civic in Thailand has begun - Honda Thailand has come up with a heritage video celebrating the previous nine generations of …
RM27.8 mil spent on improving road safety last year
The government said that it spent RM27.8 million on improving road safety last year, the amount being used to carried out rehabilitative work in 60 accident prone locations on main roads and …
