Suzuki Ertiga, Dreza launched in Thailand, from RM76k
Suzuki Ertiga Dreza. The new Suzuki Ertiga has been launched in Thailand. Two variants of the mildly updated seven-seater MPV were revealed there - the standard GL, and the new, sportier Ertiga …
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Volkswagen agrees on settlement terms with Suzuki
The bitter partnership between Volkswagen and Suzuki has finally reached its end. Suzuki, long unhappy about Volkswagen’s attitude in the tech tie-up, has announced that a settlement has been reached with the …
ASEAN NCAP: Four stars for the Nissan Grand Livina; Hyundai i10 manages only one star in second test
More results from the ASEAN NCAP, this time for the Nissan Grand Livina MPV and the Hyundai i10 compact car, released together with five-star results for the upcoming Ford Everest, Toyota Innova …
New Toyota Fortuner, Innova get ASEAN NCAP 5 stars
The ASEAN New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) has announced that the new Toyota Fortuner and Innova variants equipped with Electronic Stability Control (ESC) have achieved the maximum five-star rating in Adult Occupant …
Volkswagen Taigun SUV production cancelled – report
First shown at the Sao Paolo Motor Show in 2012 and later poised for production in 2016, it seems that plans for the Volkswagen Taigun SUV have been canned. German publication, Focus, …
SPIED: W222 Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift interior – centre touchpad to replace COMAND rotary knob?
The W222 Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift has been spied once again, this time, with less camouflage than before. The new S-Class’ interior can now be seen clearly - showing off quite a few …
SPYSHOTS: Mercedes-AMG E63 sheds more camo
Yet again, spy photographers in Europe have managed to catch a glimpse of the coming Mercedes-AMG E 63. Hard at work, this power-packed version of the E-Class was spotted in Spain, wearing …
BMW 740e iPerformance full details revealed – 2.0 litre PHEV, 326 hp, 0-100 km/h in 5.6 seconds, 2.1 l/100 km
Here is a look at the new BMW 740e iPerformance - the fifth, and latest plug-in hybrid model from the German car maker. Three versions of the 7 Series plug-in hybrid vehicle …
BMW i8 Protonic Red Edition heads to Geneva 2016
A special edition of the BMW i8 known as the the Protonic Red Edition is headed for a debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The model mostly gains a unique exterior …
Johor first to get Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) – nationwide deployment set for June 2016
It has been confirmed that Johor will become the first state in Malaysia to deploy the new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system. Designed to catch errant vehicle owners with unpaid summonses …
SPIED: Porsche 911 GT3 facelift due for Geneva debut
Here’s an early look at the facelifted Porsche 911 GT3 ahead of its official debut. Porsche is in the midst of updating its entire 911 range, as last seen on the Turbo …
SPYSHOTS: New Rolls-Royce Phantom on winter test
The development mule for the next-generation Rolls-Royce Phantom has been spied once again under full camouflage. With the current-gen model being around since 2003, it is expected that the British luxury car …
Mercedes-Benz V-Class MPV updated for 2016 – Exclusive Line, Mercedes me connect introduced
The Mercedes-Benz V-Class Exclusive has been revealed. The new, top-shelf design line has been featured on several Mercedes-Benz models already, and has now made its way to the V-Class MPV. Set to …
Dieselgate: Volkswagen’s quality assurance boss quits
Frank Tuch, head of Quality Assurance at the Volkswagen Group, will be leaving his position and the company. In an official statement, Volkswagen said that Tuch, 48, is “leaving at his own …
GALLERY: Mercedes-Benz E200 Edition E in Malaysia
We’ve brought you clean and clear showroom floor shots of the Mercedes-Benz E 250 Edition E, and now, here’s a similar look at the E 200 Edition E variant. Introduced by Mercedes-Benz …
Honda Australia announces another Takata airbag-related recall – Jazz, CR-V, Insight and City affected
Honda Australia has announced yet another Takata airbag-related recall. This time, a total of 21,083 vehicles in Australia have been affected. The latest recall involves the Australian-market Honda Jazz (2012-2014), Jazz Hybrid …
Mitsubishi to CKD Mirage, Attrage in the Philippines
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) has announced that it will participate in the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy Program (CARS) in the Philippines. Upon its approval to participate in the government initiative to revitalise …
GALLERY: Mercedes-Benz CLA250 Shooting Brake
Following its recent Malaysian debut, here’s a clearer look at the new Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 4Matic Shooting Brake. On display at selected authorised dealerships, we caught up with this unit to bring …
Nissan Winter Warrior concepts revealed for Chicago – Pathfinder, Murano and X-Trail toughened for snow
Nissan has revealed a trio of go-anywhere (in the snow) models for the Chicago Auto Show, called the Nissan Winter Warrior concepts - in the same design vein as its previously revealed …
2016 toll hikes not certain, pending gov’t confirmation
There is still no certainty in highway concessionaires increasing their toll rates in 2016. Despite getting the go-ahead by the government last year, a change of heart may see the authorities confirm …
