Hyundai i20 Turbo Edition launched in UK – 1.0L, 3cyl
Hyundai has introduced a new variant of the i20 supermini in the UK. The i20 Turbo Edition, as its name suggests, is powered by a turbocharged engine. The boosted motor doesn't turn …
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VW introduces particulate filters for petrol engines
You've heard of diesel particulate filters, but petrol ones? The Volkswagen Group has decided upon wide-scale use of particulate filters for petrol engines. From 2017, all VW Group direct injection TSI and …
Mercedes-Benz GLE 500e 4Matic plug-in hybrid SUV launched in Thailand – priced from RM520k
Mercedes-Benz has launched the GLE 500e 4Matic in Thailand. The new model adds to the plug-in hybrid SUV selection in the Land of Smiles, which includes the BMW X5 xDrive40e, Porsche Cayenne …
VIDEO: GoT’s Jon Snow and the new Infiniti Q60 coupe
https://youtu.be/_VV4cAYQX5o Here's one for fans of the Game of Thrones series. Infiniti has tied up with Kit Harington a.k.a. Jon Snow in GoT to promote its new Q60 coupe, which made its …
SC KL Marathon – closure of AKLEH, DUKE, 22 roads
The annual Standard Chartered KL Marathon will happen this Sunday (August 7), and roads in and around the capital city will be closed in stages. Affected roads are the AKLEH and DUKE …
Maserati considering successor to the MC12 – report
Remember the Maserati MC12? The 2004 limited edition homologation special may have a successor, according to Autocar. The UK magazine spoke to FCA chief technology officer and ex-Maserati boss Harald Wester, who …
Porsche 718 Boxster launched in M’sia, from RM480k
We've driven it at the international press event, and got up close with it in Malaysia, which leaves the official launch. And price. The Porsche 718 Boxster was launched this morning in …
Honda Accord facelift open for booking in Malaysia
Honda Malaysia (HM) has announced that the Honda Accord facelift is now open for booking at all 88 authorised dealers nationwide. Like the current car, the D-segment sedan will be available with …
Ford Kuga ST-Line – fourth to get the sport treatment
Ford has announced a new Kuga ST-Line version of its mid-size SUV. As its name suggests, this isn't a high-performance "Kuga ST" but one that has been warmed up à la Audi's …
Toyota Calya – new 7-seat LCGC MPV for Indonesia, Axia/Bezza platform, 1.2L Dual VVT-i, RM46k
The new Toyota Calya will be launched this week, and will appear at the 2016 Gaikindo Indonesian International Auto Show (GIIAS) that starts slightly more than a week from now, but some …
Citroen C1 Furio – sporty looks for the tiny city car
It's not very macho to admit, but some are into sporty looks as much as (or more than) actual performance. Citroen, like most manufacturers, understands this very well, and this new Citroen …
VW Group’s first half 2016 balance sheet better than expected, profits before ‘dieselgate’ provisions up
The Volkswagen Group has announced its first half of 2016 financial results, and the balance sheet is in "a much better position than anticipated." Operating profit before special items came to 7.5 …
MRT Sg Buloh-Kajang Line trial run starts in October
The much-anticipated Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) is just around the corner, with trial runs commencing in October. MRT Corp director of operations and assets management, Mahmood Razak, confirmed yesterday that the MRT …
GM and Isuzu end pick-up truck alliance in Asia – is this the end of the Chevrolet Colorado in ASEAN?
We reported yesterday the confirmation by Mazda that its next-generation BT-50 pick-up truck will be based on the Isuzu D-Max, moving away from previous sister truck Ford Ranger. Mazda’s executive officer for …
Lane closure at Genting Sempah rest area on the ECE
There will be a lane closure at the Genting Sempah rest and recreation area on the East Coast Expressway for 11 days. The closure will be in stages and will be from …
Honda Malaysia sets up own hubs for airbag change – RM50 per day compensation while waiting
Honda Malaysia (HM) has issued an update on the Takata airbag recall issue. HM is now literally taking matters into its own hands by setting up Service Central Hubs (SCH) and Mobile …
Honda leads Thai passenger car market in H1 2016
Honda has topped the Thailand passenger car market after six months of 2016. Bangkok Post reports that the Japanese carmaker sold 53,952 cars in the first half of the year, down 1.5% …
Parking fees at four non-CBD areas in KL to be reduced by 25% to 50% – official announcement soon
After Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) raised parking charges by 150% for its public bays in the central business district (CBD) and other high traffic areas on July 18, the authorities have …
SPAD considering card system for Uber, Grab drivers
Uber and Grab drivers might soon have to register with the government in a 'driver card' system that the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) is considering, said its chairman Tan Sri Syed …
DRIVEN: Proton Perdana – an old friend with new style
Everyone has an opinion on the new Proton Perdana. While that's only to be expected for any fresh model from the national carmaker, it's more so for one that costs above RM100,000 …
