First Proton-Suzuki model to debut in Oct – Ertiga MPV
Proton CEO Datuk Ahmad Fuaad Kenali has confirmed that the first Proton-Suzuki model will debut in October this year. He was speaking to reporters after the launch of the new Proton Perdana …
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GrabHitch JB-Singapore cross-border rides introduced
There's a new way to make the commute between Johor Bahru and Singapore. The GrabHitch Johor Bahru-Singapore Inter-Country Service will be available from June 20, Singapore's Straits Times reports. The new cross-border …
New Proton Perdana officially launched – 2.0L and 2.4L Honda engines, Accord-based sedan from RM113,888
Probably the worst kept secret in the car world, the new Proton Perdana has been finally launched. Fittingly, the fourth-generation Perdana (as Proton calls it) was officially revealed by Perdana Menteri Datuk …
2016 Honda Civic FC 1.8 S, 1.5 Turbo, 1.5 Turbo Premium – specs and equipment in a nutshell
Yesterday, Honda Malaysia officially launched the tenth-generation Honda Civic in KL. Malaysians get to choose from three variants - the 1.8S, 1.5TC and 1.5TC-P (TC for turbocharged and P for premium). Here's …
East Coast Expressway’s Genting Sempah tunnel, east-bound, closed from June 13-17 – contra flow
ANIH Berhad, the operator of the East Coast Expressway (Lebuhraya Pantai Timur, LPT) has announced that the Genting Sempah tunnel, east-bound, will be closed to all traffic from 8am on June 13 …
Chopard Superfast Porsche Motorsport 919 – 17 units
Here's a timepiece that will appeal to Porsche fans and those into motorsport-themed watches. The Chopard Superfast Porsche Motorsport 919 is a limited edition dedicated to the victory of the Porsche Motorsport …
Abarth 124 Spider – 10 extra horses, Bilstein, Brembos
It's summer in Europe, and a good time for the Abarth 124 Spider to surface in the continent. The drop top is the Abarth-tuned version of the Fiat 124 Spider, which in …
Honda CR-Z Alpha Final Label – sport hybrid bows out
After six years in showrooms, the Honda CR-Z is making its final bow. Honda has released the CR-Z Alpha Final Label in Japan, and the edition's name says it all - this …
2016 Honda Civic FC launched in Malaysia – 1.8L and 1.5L VTEC Turbo, 3 variants, from RM111k
One of the most anticipated car launches in recent times happened this morning with the official unveiling of the 2016 Honda Civic in Malaysia. The tenth-generation FC Civic is available in three …
Toyota and KDDI to co-develop global comms platform
Toyota and KDDI Corporation have partnered to establish a global communications platform. The platform will enable the operation of communications networks throughout the world to support car connectivity. Toyota aims to bring …
Mercedes E-Class All Terrain – Allroad-rival confirmed
Stuttgart has confirmed the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate All Terrain, which will make its debut at the Paris motor show later this year before heading to showrooms in 2017, Autocar reports. The All …
Polestar performance package for the Volvo S90, V90
No this isn't the about the rumoured 600 hp Polestar Volvo S90 and V90, but a more sensible performance upgrade from Polestar. The performance brand of Volvo Cars has launched a performance …
Toyota has trademarked the ‘Supra’ name in Europe
Here we go again. It has been discovered by the guys at SupraMKV.com that Toyota has trademarked the 'Supra' name in Europe. The trademark was filed with the EU Intellectual Property Office …
Honda R&D Innovation Lab Tokyo to open in Sept ’16
Honda R&D Co Ltd, a research and development subsidiary of Honda, recently announced plans to establish Honda R&D Innovation Lab Tokyo in September. The new lab, which will be in Akasaka in …
Hyundai road safety campaign, free checks for all cars
The fasting month of Ramadan has started and Hari Raya is now just around the corner, which means that the annual balik kampung exodus will be happening soon. In conjunction with this, …
DAMD Dark Knight Mazda MX-5 – a sinister Roadster
The Mazda MX-5 is no stranger to going under the tuner's knife, and this is the latest kitted Miata by Japanese tuner DAMD, short for Dream Automotive Development and Design. Named Dark …
Mercedes-Benz G350d Professional – for the purists
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class received a facelift a year ago, and the press photos that accompanied the announcement shocked this writer a little. Never mind that the iconic 4X4 could be had with …
Mercedes-Benz Sport Equipment spoilers – for A-Class to S-Class, priced from RM2,000 to RM13,600
The ladies don't understand. New wheels and spoilers may not make a big difference to the performance of your car (admit it, it's more for the looks than anything else!), but they …
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia recalls Triton for Takata airbag replacement – 2006 to 2014, 35k units involved
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has announced a recall for the Triton pick-up truck manufactured from 2006 to 2014. This is for the replacement of the Takata-made driver airbag inflator, which may release …
Hyundai RM16 N Concept – evolution of the rolling lab
One year on, one ringgit more! This is the Hyundai RM16 N that is on display at the 2016 Busan International Motor Show in South Korea. The latest RM concept (for Racing …
