Mercedes GP hoping to continue run at Silverstone
It certainly promises to be an intriguing race this weekend at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone, what with the latest changes to occur. The weather is also looking to play a …
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Mitsubishi i-MiEV – two new trim levels, extended range
In Japan, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has announced that its i-MiEV electric vehicle is now available in two trim variant levels, these being the entry-level M and higher-spec G. Both versions are powered …
BMW Motorrad E-Scooter concept – electric path beckons
Click to enlarge The folks at BMW Motorrad have come up with an electric scooter concept called the E-Scooter, which offers a comparable performance to a conventional maxi scooter, but in much …
Ford Fiesta XTR Sapphire edition to debut end-July
Looks like the limited-edition Ford Fiesta XTR Sapphire is set to begin its run towards the end of the month, when the first examples will come on line. The mules were first …
Ford 1.0 litre EcoBoost three-cylinder to be introduced in 105 PS and 120 PS output forms
The idea of a 1.0 litre engine pulling a Ford Fiesta about may not sound very appealing, but throw in the likes of a turbocharger and direct injection with say, 120 PS …
Ford reveals FPV Concept – it’s black all the way
Click to enlarge Ford Performance Vehicles has revealed its first-ever ‘concept car’ at the Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne. The all-black GT-based FPV concept features a number of bespoke features and …
Ford Mondeo and S-MAX EcoBoost launched in Malaysia – market introduction of both set for August
Ford today announced an August market launch for its Mondeo facelift sedan and S-MAX MPV, both of which are set to introduce EcoBoost - which is the company's descriptor for turbocharging and …
“Monster” Tajima breaks 10 minute barrier at Pikes Peak
Click to enlarge Nobuhiro "Monster" Tajima has become the first person to break the fabled 10 minute barrier at Pikes Peak. The 60-year-old steered his SX4 race car to a record time …
Renault Koleos facelift to enter market later in the year
Renault has announced that its facelifted Koleos will enter the market later in the year. The primary changes to the model, which was launched in 2008, are with exterior styling elements as …
Lexus LS 600h L Landaulet – one-off wedding limo
Click to enlarge It's definitely unique, this one, a Lexus LS 600h L with only half a roof. It's called the Landaulet, and the one-off vehicle - reworked with a one-piece transparent …
Honda Beat – successor to ’90s roadster announced
Honda is currently developing a vehicle set to be the successor to the Beat roadster from the 90s, according to reports. The company's president, Takanobu Ito, revealed the development during a general …
Audi A1 1.4 TFSI introduced in Malaysia – RM180k
Euromobil has officially announced the arrival of the Audi A1 in Malaysia, and the car enters the market in a single variant form, this being the 1.4 TFSI, priced at RM179,900 on-the-road, …
Suzuki to build new engine plant in Indonesia
Suzuki has unveiled plans to construct an engine plant in Indonesia, which is set to be ready by March 2012, according to the Nikkei. When operational, the facility - which is being …
MINI John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance – all set to premiere at the 24 Hours Nürburgring
Joining the fray at the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring-Nordschleife this weekend will be a new offering from MINI - the John Cooper Works Coupé Endurance is set to make its world …
2011 Range Rover 5.0 V8 Supercharged arrives in Malaysia
Land Rover Malaysia today introduced the 2011 model year Range Rover 5.0 litre Petrol Supercharged - primary enhancements to the vehicle include Terrain Response upgrades and external styling refinements. The range-topping 510 …
Chevrolet Captiva to be used by cops for GPEC Asia 2011 – Naza keen to explore SUV as possible police choice
Sixty Chevrolet Captiva SUVs have been presented by Naza Quest to the Royal Malaysian Police for use as the official vehicle for the upcoming 2nd General Police & Special Equipment Exhibition and …
UMW Toyota expands its parts distribution centre facility
In line with the increase in demand for Toyota genuine parts and motor oil, UMW Toyota Motor has completed an expansion exercise for its Parts Distribution Centre warehouse facility in Sungai Buloh. …
Lotus unveils revised and restored Hethel test track
Lotus' revised and restored Hethel test track was unveiled earlier in the week, with 1992 F1 world champion Nigel Mansell having the honour of opening the circuit in a 1981 Essex-Lotus 81B …
2011 Perodua Myvi – first five buyers receive cars
The new Perodua Myvi is chugging along merrily; to date, 12,000 orders have been placed for the car since bookings began on June 4, and today, a week after the car was …
Michelin Energy XM2 tyre launched in Malaysia
Longer life, improved fuel efficiency as a result of less rolling resistance, and maximum safety. When it comes to tyres, usually things are centered around one aspect, and rare is the donut …
