New Audi A3 – third-gen compact makes Geneva debut
Perhaps it's the same-same looks, or Audi's ever growing range of models, but this third-generation Audi A3 nearly slipped under our Geneva radar. It is instantly familiar, as if we've seen it …
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DRB-Hicom boss rubbishes talk on Proton rebadging VWs
Last week, we picked up a report from Business Times that said Volkswagen AG had earmarked the Polo for Proton to remodel, and that Proton's Polo will be priced below RM70,000. Quoting …
BREAKING: CKD Volkswagen Passat 1.8 TSI available now for RM170,888, same spec as CBU model
UPDATE: More info from today's event added. We just got home from Pekan, Pahang, where DRB-Hicom and Volkswagen unveiled the CKD Volkswagen Passat 1.8 TSI in an event officiated by PM Datuk …
Nissan Sylphy updated – two trim levels, plenty of new kit
Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has introduced the refreshed 2012 Nissan Sylphy. Nissan's C-segment sedan is now available in two trim levels - 2.0XL and 2.0XV - revised styling and a longer …
Renault Megane RS: How does it perform as a daily driver?
Much has been said about the Renault Megane RS on this website, and the big chunk of it revolves around the hot hatch's superb handling and fun to drive qualities. That's only …
Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II – the pinnacle updated
The Rolls-Royce Phantom series, comprising the original Phantom, the Extended Wheelbase, Drophead Coupé and Phantom Coupé, has been updated. Debuting at Geneva, the "pinnacle of automotive excellence" sees the introduction of new …
Perodua and Petronas sign RM225m engine oil supply deal
Perodua and Petronas Dagangan Berhad (PDB) have signed a RM225 million deal to supply the carmaker with lubricant oil over the next five years. Dubbed the Perodua Genuine Oil agreement, the contract …
SsangYong Actyon Sports facelifted – a return to normal
Yesterday, we saw the fourth-generation SsangYong Korando (sold as Actyon in Malaysia) receive a mild facelift, today we check out the facelifted Actyon Sports pick-up truck. Compared to the Korando's nip/tuck, this …
Ford B-MAX – 1.0L EcoBoost, B-segment, no B-pillars
You might have seen the Ford B-MAX on this website before, since it was shown at the 2012 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last month, but the B-segment MPV is making its …
Tan Chong enters agreement to assemble Subaru vehicles
Tan Chong Motor Assemblies (TCMA) has entered into an assembly agreement with TC Subaru Sdn Bhd, which is a subsidiary of Tan Chong International Limited, the company handling Subaru in our region …
Toyota FT-Bh Concept – the hybrid car of tomorrow
Teased last month, the Toyota FT-Bh Concept has been revealed at Geneva, and what a creature it is! Expressing the "Under Priority" design language and "Keen Look" styling of Toyota's next generation …
Mitsubishi Triton VGT launched in Kuching – we drive it!
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia officially launched the Triton VGT last Friday evening in Kuching. Held at the Spring shopping centre in Sarawak's capital, the event was a great combo of lights and action, …
Lotus Exige S Roadster – soft top for hardcore Lotus
Here's something new that Lotus brought to Geneva, the Exige S Roadster. The name explains everything, really, a roadster version of the refreshed Exige S that made its debut at Frankfurt last …
Renault ZOE electric car launched – 210 km NEDC range
Renault has officially launched the ZOE electric car at Geneva. To go on sale later this year, the ZOE was designed as a pure-electric car from the ground up, and to be …
Volkswagen Polo BlueGT with ACT cylinder deactivation
Volkswagen in bringing new green tech to Geneva, and this Polo BlueGT is the host. The headline feature is active cylinder management or ACT. It's basically a cylinder deactivation system, something that's …
Nissan Hi-Cross Concept previews seven-seat crossover
Nissan will be giving this curvy crossover a world premiere at Geneva. Called the Hi-Cross Concept, it is "heralds a possible new design direction for the company" and is a proposal for …
Perodua Eco Challenge is back for 2012, 13 teams to battle in the most challenging edition so far
The Perodua Eco Challenge (PEC) is back for 2012, and things are about to get more interesting. This is the fourth edition of the annual event that's part of Perodua's CSR efforts, …
Volkswagen R cars are here – Golf R and Passat CC R-Line
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia has launched two products from Volkswagen R GmbH in Malaysia, and they are the Golf R and Passat CC R-Line. Both the Golf R and the Passat CC …
SPIED: BMW F30 3-Series spotted in town – coming soon?
I really can't wait to drive the F30 BMW 3-Series - it's sure to be great when everyone from our own Anthony Lim to Autocar UK's Steve Sutcliffe say it is! And …
Facelifted Hyundai i20 gets super clean new diesel engine
These are the first images of the facelifted Hyundai i20, which will debut at Geneva 2012. Hyundai's B-segment supermini wears a new face that's in line with the brand's new Fluidic Scupture …
