DRIVEN: Lexus IS 200t Turbo – downsized, at a price
It's a rare sight. The third-generation Lexus IS has been with us since 2013, but is still very much a novelty in these parts due to a combination of factors. Launched locally …
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Ford to start testing autonomous vehicles in California
Autonomous vehicles is the buzzword in the car world these days and plenty of testing is currently being done, from Tokyo to California. Among others, Toyota and Nissan are trying out self-driving …
Ford Driving Skills for Life – free workshop for youths
Ford has continued its Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme in Malaysia, recently hosting workshops for students at the Malaysian Multimedia University (MMU), aimed at raising awareness of safe driving. The half-day …
Germany approves VW diesel fix for European cars
German authorities have approved the Volkswagen Group's proposed fixes for around 8.5 million diesel engines in Europe that contain the infamous software designed to bypass emissions tests, Bloomberg reports. Repairs are set …
VIDEO: Footage of Honda NSX in action, on the road
https://youtu.be/eWjWFp3QN_c Here's six minutes of Honda NSX goodness with no distractions, not even a whisper as this B-roll is without audio. But although we can't hear the new NSX in action, it's …
2016 Mitsubishi Lancer facelift launched in Australia
The latest Mitsubishi Lancer facelift has reached Australia. The 2016 Lancer, unveiled in North America in October, sports a mildly altered face and extra equipment Down Under. The Lancer has been around …
Honda HR-V tops Trending Car Models list in Google’s “Year in Malaysian Search” 2015, Perodua Axia third
What have Malaysians been searching for via Google? The search engine compiles these searches and comes up with an annual 'Zeitgeist' for Malaysia at the end of each year, and the list …
Kuching’s Tun Salahuddin Bridge toll-free from Jan 1
Good news for Kuchingites! The Tun Salahuddin Bridge that crosses the Sarawak River will be toll-free from January 1, 2016. "We expect a big crowd on Jan 1 to gather along the …
VIDEO: Living the Lexus RX life, starring Jude Law
https://youtu.be/12boP35oDbg There aren't many brands that are selling you purely bags, condos or cars. It's a lifestyle they're pushing, one that they hope you identify with/aspire to, one that their product fits …
Fiat Toro pick-up truck – official image of rear released
The striptease for Fiat's new South American light truck continues. This time, the Italian brand has released an official image of the Fiat Toro's rear end. We've previously seen the Toro's bold …
Suzuki Alto Works set for Xmas eve Japanese debut
Suzuki has put up teasers for a new model on its Japanese website. The Suzuki Alto Works revives an old name and will make its domestic sales debut on Christmas eve, which …
2016 Infiniti Q50 – Red Sport model with 400 hp VR V6
Besides the QX60 facelift, Infiniti also previewed the 2016 Q50 sedan to the media prior to the car's 2016 Detroit show debut. Infiniti's compact exec rival to the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz …
Mercedes-AMG SLC 43 gets downsized 3.0 V6 biturbo
You've seen the refreshed and renamed Mercedes-Benz SLC, now let's zoom in on the high-performance flagship variant, the Mercedes-AMG SLC 43. AMG's SLC wears a '43' badge last seen on the W202, …
Lamborghini Urus 4.0 V8 turbo not for firm’s supercars
We already know that the upcoming Lamborghini Urus' twin-turbo 4.0 litre V8 engine will be unique to the Italian brand (as opposed to being shared with Audi or Bentley), but here's something …
Formula 4 South East Asia car by Mygale previewed
After last month's announcement of the FIA-certified Formula 4 South East Asia Championship (F4SEA), promoters Asian Autosport Action Group or Triple A recently previewed the new championship race car at the Sepang …
Alfa Romeo considering F1 entry – Sergio Marchionne
The new Alfa Romeo ship isn't sailing as smoothly as it should, with a planned assault on premium territory being delayed, but that hasn't stopped them from considering taking on more ammunition …
2016 European Car of the Year – 7 finalists revealed
The 2016 European Car of the Year nominees has been whittled down to just seven finalists, and the magnificent seven are: Audi A4 BMW 7-Series Jaguar XE Mazda MX-5 Opel/Vauxhall Astra Skoda …
Nissan NP300 Navara gets Sportech pack in Thailand
The Nissan NP300 Navara is now available with Sportech accessories in Thailand. The Sportech package includes a front apron, bedliner, sport bar with Sportech emblem, LED cargo lamp and a Sportech emblem …
Caltex Big Fuel Giveaway: RM150k cash, RM90k in fuel
No prizes for guessing what the Caltex Big Fuel Giveaway promo is giving away. Fuel, and a lot of it, but there are cash prizes too. Monthly prizes include Caltex fuel worth …
Renault-Nissan Alliance puts in place ‘stability covenant’ to sooth Nissan, non-interference promised
It is not the most balanced of partnerships. Renault came to Nissan's aid when the latter was on the verge of bankruptcy in 1999, and holds a big stake (43.4%) in the …
