GIIAS 2016: Wrapping up with Jakarta’s cewek manis
Here's one final post from the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016 show. For some, it's the one you've been waiting for. But first, let me explain why we (photographer Sherman …
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Lexus HS 250h spotted in M’sia – grey import unicorn
We collectively and regularly spot many unusual cars on Malaysian roads. Some are test mules in disguise, but more often than not, it's just a rare or interesting car. Very few would …
2017 Range Rover Sport gets 2.0L twin-turbo Ingenium diesel entry-level variant, new tech and infotainment
Land Rover has rolled out the 2017 Range Rover Sport, which the company says is its most efficient ever. The latest RR Sport features a new Ingenium powertrain, upgraded infotainment system with …
Police book 15 Pokemon Go players for obstruction
The roads of Georgetown in Penang are narrow, and the last thing the locals need is indiscriminate parkers that block traffic. But some Pokemon Go players are inconsiderate, thinking of nothing but …
Indonesia auto sales expected to breach 1m units in 2016 – passenger vehicle sales up, commercial down
It was a fruitful few days for us at last week at BSD City, camping in the south-west Jakarta suburb to bring you live coverage of the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show …
GIIAS 2016: Mercedes-AMG A45 in Elbaite Green
Nothing new here, just a combination so eye-catching that we thought it would be interesting to share with you. Not sure about you, but I've never seen a Mercedes-AMG A45 in Elbaite …
GIIAS 2016: Daihatsu Cast Activa, kei-car for the active
The Daihatsu Cast is one of the more interesting minicars sold in Japan now, along with the Suzuki Hustler. Both feature round eyes and a cute face, but while the Hustler sports …
New Proton Persona open for booking: RM47k-RM61k
Proton has issued a press release announcing that the new Proton Persona is now open for booking. The car will be officially launched next week on August 23. We know this already …
GIIAS 2016: Lexus RC F – V8 coupe with carbon dress
The Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016 may be more about utility vehicles that serve basic motoring needs, but there are treats for car enthusiasts as well. Here's one: the Lexus …
GIIAS 2016: Toyota Avanza Veloz Tigre – SUV-inspired
Not a new model, but a crossover concept based on Indonesia's most popular car, the Toyota Avanza Veloz Tigre was quite a standout at Toyota's GIIAS 2016 booth. SUV-inspired styling for humdrum …
GIIAS 2016: Hyundai i20 hatch launched in Indonesia
Hyundai has launched the i20 hatchback in Indonesia at the ongoing Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016. The B-segment five-door hatchback, which is made in India, is powered by a 1.4 …
GIIAS 2016: Kia Grand Sedona a.k.a. Carnival MPV
Kia launched two new models at GIIAS 2016, the new Sportage and the Grand Sedona. The fourth-generation Sportage QL was launched in Malaysia in May, and the Grand Sedona a.k.a. Grand Carnival …
GIIAS 2016: Honda HR-V Mugen with premium audio
Next to the Honda Jazz RS CVT Special Edition we showed you earlier sat another eye-catching variant of an existing Honda. PT Honda Prospect Motor launched the Honda HR-V Mugen at GIIAS …
GIIAS 2016: Honda Jazz RS CVT Special Edition
The Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype's first Asia/Oceania appearance at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016 is getting all the camera clicks, but here's a "sporty" Honda hatchback that the locals …
GIIAS 2016: Daihatsu Sigra, Toyota Calya’s twin sister
This is the Daihatsu Sigra, which is making its public show debut at GIIAS 2016 alongside its Toyota Calya twin sister, which we showed you in full earlier. Like the Xenia to …
GIIAS 2016: New Toyota Calya – the RM40k 7-seat MPV
We kicked off our GIIAS 2016 coverage with a world debut of a concept that previews an upcoming MPV, but here's the MPV that has got the Indonesian car market buzzing, now. …
GIIAS 2016: Mitsubishi XM Concept makes world debut, low MPV to rival Avanza, Mobilio in Indonesia
Selamat siang. We're reporting live from the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016, which opens today at the ICE convention centre in BSD City, 35 km from capital city Jakarta. The …
DRIVEN: Honda CR-V facelift – easy like Sun morning
The recent Hari Raya holidays gave us a chance to catch up on cars that we might have missed. Instead of joining the exodus out of the Klang Valley, I decided to …
DRIVEN: 2017 Audi A5 and S5 Coupe – enduring class
Old is gold. The original Audi A5 is nearly 10 years old now, having made its debut in 2007, but I've never tired of its looks. Nothing truly radical about the design, …
Axia ‘steering lock’ accident due to 4 bald tyres, no malfunction in brake and airbag systems – Perodua
Perodua has released an official statement regarding the Axia 'steering lock' accident that happened in Penang in June, which is making its rounds on the social media and Whatsapp. According to the …
