Kia Niro EV goes on sale in Korea, Europe end-2018
The Kia Niro EV goes on sale today in South Korea following over 5,000 pre-orders in its domestic market since order books opened in February. A close cousin of the Hyundai Kona …
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PSA sold a record 2.1m cars in H1 2018, 38.1% growth
Everyone seems to be selling more cars than ever. Fresh from learning that the Volkswagen Group has sold a company record 5.5 million vehicles in the first half of 2018, we now …
Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Coupe now locally assembled in Thailand – costlier than our CBU at RM569k
Mercedes-Benz Thailand has launched its second locally-assembled AMG model after the C 43 Coupe. It's another coupe, albeit in SUV form - the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe. Compared to the CBU imported …
Only components for CKD cars are SST exempt, finished product to have sales tax – customs
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department has issued a statement clarifying reports on cars being exempt from sales tax (SST). The goods that are exempt from SST are components for CKD assembly, and …
Honda Malaysia sells 51k units in H1 2018 for 17.7% market share, retains non-national segment top spot
Honda Malaysia (HM) sold 51,354 vehicles in the first half of 2018, which translates to 17.7% share of the Malaysian auto market. This also means that the brand retains its top spot …
Chevrolet Orlando reborn as a crossover in China
The Chevrolet Orlando, which has been around since 2011, is set to be reborn as a crossover in China. The original car, a rather uniquely styled MPV sold across the world, including …
VW Group sold 5.5m vehicles in H1 2018, highest ever
The Volkswagen Group recorded the best ever first half year in its history, delivering 5.5 million vehicles in six months. It represents growth of 7.1%, and comes after June sales grew 4.1% …
BMW Malaysia’s H1 2018 sales up 11%, MINI up 18%
At the unveiling of the BMW Concept X7 iPerformance at the BMW X Range Roadshow at Bangsar Shopping Centre today, BMW Group Malaysia took the opportunity to announce its first half of …
BMW Concept X7 iPerformance makes SEA debut in KL, previews flagship SUV that will hit market in 2019
The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance is making its first appearance in Southeast Asia in Kuala Lumpur, where it's the showpiece of the BMW X Range Roadshow at Bangsar Shopping Centre. The concept …
Nissan Juke production at Sunderland hits 1m units
Eight years after the funky crossover shocked the market, the one millionth Nissan Juke has rolled off the line at the Sunderland plant in the UK. On average, a new Juke is …
Maserati Levante SUV gets new entry 350 hp petrol V6
The Maserati Levante is now available with a 3.0 litre V6 engine with 350 hp, which is the MY19 SUV's entry level petrol variant. This engine, which boasts "Maserati’s signature sound", will …
‘It’s OK, just forget Vision 2020’ – Tun Mahathir responds to public’s rejection of new national car idea
It appears that the majority of Malaysians did not respond very warmly to prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad idea of a new national car project to replace his beloved Proton. Are …
Renault becomes auto partner of Paris Saint-Germain
Renault and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have signed an official partnership, linking the two organisations for the next three seasons. PSG, which has the likes of World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe and Brazil's …
Temporary closure for Port Dickson toll exit slip road
PLUS has announced a temporary closure of the Port Dickson toll plaza (northbound) exit slip road from July 16-20, from 8pm to 8am. This is to facilitate pavement upgrading works. As such, …
Number plates earned Perlis JPJ RM45m in two years
Number plates are serious business these days, and while the new government has put a stop to privately issued number plates, there are still some attractive "running series" numbers available. Perlis, with …
BMW to build MINI EV in China, new JV with Great Wall
BMW and Great Wall Motor (GWM) recently signed an agreement to produce MINI electric vehicles through a new 50:50 joint venture based in China. The new JV, called Spotlight Automotive Limited and …
Proton to improve products and after-sales; sees Japanese as competitors, not Perodua – CEO
Proton will be moving upmarket, and will eventually compete with Japanese marques such as Honda and Toyota, and not market leader Perodua. This was mentioned by Proton CEO Li Chunrong at the …
LRT3 project goes ahead, but costs reduced by 47% – 6 stations axed, smaller buildings, less/shorter trains
The LRT3 project linking Bandar Utama to Klang will go ahead, but with final costs reduced by 47%, from RM31.65 billion to RM16.63 billion, finance minister Lim Guan Eng announced yesterday. Nothing …
Lotus Exige Type 49 and 79 ‘Celebration’ cars unveiled
There's no shortage of special editions when it comes to Lotus, but this one's pretty desirable. Hethel has unveiled two unique Celebration cars, the Exige Type 49 and 79, at the Goodwood …
Millennium Welt appointed as BMW Motorrad representative for East Coast, dealership in Kuantan
BMW Group Malaysia has appointed Millennium Welt as its representative for the BMW Motorrad brand in Kuantan and the East Coast region. Millennium Welt is no stranger to the group, as it …
