SPYSHOTS: More pics of Proton’s Suzuki Ertiga MPV
Last week, we showed you the first spyshots of Proton testing the Suzuki Ertiga in Malaysia. Aside from the three-row MPV's profile and unique shape of its tail lamp cluster, we knew …
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Commuters happier with public transport now – SPAD
Public satisfaction over public transport services is on the uptrend, as indicated by the rise in the yearly Customer Satisfaction Survey (CSS) index from 48% in 2010 to 74% in 2015, Bernama …
Vacuum cleaner brand Dyson developing electric cars
Dyson has been revealed as a recipient of a UK government funding to develop electric cars. Yes, Dyson, the company known for its bagless vacuum cleaners, bladeless fans and the hand dryer …
ASEAN car sales Q1 2016 market report – Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia lower; Vietnam, Philippines up
Malaysia's automotive market isn't the only one to have started 2016 in sluggish fashion, as our ASEAN neighbours Thailand and Indonesia, the powerhouses of the region, have seen new vehicle sales slip …
AES/AWAS proven to be effective, service provider fee still being negotiated between LTAT and gov’t
Click to enlarge Kejara penalty details The Automated Enforcement System (AES) has proven to be effective in reducing fatal road accidents since its implementation in 2012. Deputy Transport Minister Datuk Abdul Aziz …
Malaysia vehicle sales data for March 2016 by brand
After 2015's year ending promo blitz that culminated in record TIV despite a soft economy, the first two months of 2016 saw the car industry suffer from a bad hangover. Many who …
BMW 5 Series, X3 and 3 Series Gran Turismo get EEV status incentives – prices up to RM39,000 lower
BMW Group Malaysia has announced that three more CKD models in its range have received customised Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) status incentives from the government. They are the F10 BMW 5 Series, …
Beijing 2016: Lexus IS facelift unveiled, cabin updated
As promised, Lexus has brought the IS facelift to the 2016 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. It's a traditional facelift ritual for the third-generation premium compact exec, with most work going to the …
Honda Avancier SUV launched in China – 2.0T, 9AT
Guangqi Honda has revealed the new Honda Avancier in China. The new SUV is the production version of the Honda Concept D that was unveiled a year ago at Auto Shanghai 2015, …
Renault Zoe EV reaches 50,000 production milestone
The Renault Zoe electric car has reached its 50,000-unit production milestone. The landmark unit rolled off the production line at Flins in France, the only plant to produce the EV, and was …
Minor refresh for Audi A6 family and A7/S7 Sportback
Audi has given its handsome A6 and A7 Sportback models a minor refresh that includes slightly sharper exterior design, interior enhancements and new equipment. The new model year changes see the A6 …
Shell Concept Car based on Gordon Murray’s T.25
Shell has unveiled a concept city car which, if it were ever to go into production, would deliver a 34% reduction in primary energy use over its entire lifecycle when compared with …
VIDEO: Honda Civic 1.8 NA vs 1.5 Turbo on Thai track
https://youtu.be/1x0Uxyu9pKk This is not just another product video of the new Honda Civic, but one that sees the 1.8 litre naturally aspirated engine variant go up against the new 1.5 litre turbocharged …
Toyota Noah and Voxy get Gazoo Racing G’s treatment
The Toyota Noah and Voxy have been released from the Gazoo Racing Gym, and the Japanese market now has the Voxy ZS G's and the Noah Si G's to choose from. Before …
Analysts tip auto sector to improve in the second half
The automotive market isn't the the best of times now; the overhang from last year's year end sales and consumers staying away from making big ticket purchases means that sales is soft. …
Euro NCAP now counts autonomous emergency braking for pedestrians, new Prius gets five stars
https://youtu.be/qW0Z4QO6NTc Euro NCAP crash tests are getting tougher, and the safety body is now looking at autonomous emergency braking (AEB) technology for pedestrians. The Toyota Prius and Suzuki Baleno were the first …
IIMS 2016: It’s just not complete without the ladies
It has been left hanging, our 2016 Indonesia International Motor Show coverage. Why, when all relevant cars and motorcycles were covered with live galleries from JIExpo, you ask? Well, traditions matter, and …
Carmakers want Thai gov’t help for PHEV production
It was previously reported that Thailand is now trying to position itself as a hub for green car production after being successful as a global destination for pick-up truck and eco car …
Range Rover Evoque Ember Special Edition unveiled, 2017 MY brings InControl Touch Pro infotainment
Land Rover has unveiled the Range Rover Evoque "Ember" special edition with a red and black theme. Based on the HSE Dynamic, the Ember combines Firenze Red with Santorini Black. The 'Evoque' …
SPYSHOT: Proton testing Suzuki Ertiga MPV in M’sia
What do we have here? A taped up mystery MPV roaming the streets of Malaysia. We know what it is, and you should to if you've been following developments of the Proton-Suzuki …
