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 …
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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 …
Proton to start seven-day week for service centres and warranty claims – beginning in high-density areas first
Proton service centres will soon operate seven days a week, according to Proton CEO Datuk Ahmad Fuaad Kenali. The move, which will benefit busy urban customers the most, will first be implemented …
Perodua Bezza full financing available from Bank Rakyat – 5,000 bookings so far, 500 deliveries today
The Perodua Bezza, the company's first ever sedan that was officially launched yesterday night, is off to a flying start. So far, the Rawang-based carmaker has received 5,000 bookings for the new …
‘Proton Ertiga’ CKD kits ready for export to Malaysia
Not long now before Proton unveils a new MPV. The model in question is based on the Suzuki Ertiga, as confirmed last month by Proton CEO Datuk Ahmad Fuaad Kenali, who added …
BMW M5 Competition Edition – 600 horses, 200 cars
The F10 generation of the BMW 5 Series is making its final laps in what has been a productive life, and the M5 is set to bow out too. This car, the …
Proton Preve Ute pick-up by Bufori – new-age Arena?
Here's something interesting that was pointed to us by readers. Yup, it is what it looks like, a pick-up version of the Proton Preve, spotted at Bufori's Kepong headquarters and driven by …
Perodua Bezza officially launched – first ever sedan, 1.0 VVT-i and 1.3 Dual VVT-i, RM37k to RM51k EEV
Much has been said and revealed about the Perodua Bezza, but the company's first ever sedan has not been officially launched. Till now. Moments ago, the Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) rated sedan …
Sepang investigates reports of water seepage on track
Sepang International Circuit (SIC) is currently investigating reports of water seepage on the track during a test session. SIC said it is working with track design firm Dromo, which was involved in …
