2021 Proton X70 SE to be launched in M’sia on July 22
Proton has officially confirmed the virtual launch for the new X70 Special Edition (SE), which is set to take place on July 22, 2021 at 11am on the national carmaker’s Facebook page. …
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Ford creates Mach-Eau perfume for petrol nostalgics
In a survey commissioned by Ford, one in five drivers said the smell of petrol is what they’d miss most when swapping to an electric vehicle, with almost 70% claiming they would …
New Alpine EV hot hatch to be based on the Renault 5 – front e-motor with 215 hp, 0-100 km/h in six seconds
In January this year, Alpine announced that it would become an electric vehicle brand and teased three new models, including a hatchback, crossover and sports car. Following this, in late June, the …
Tesla launches Full Self-Driving subscription service
After much anticipation, Tesla has officially launched its Full Self-Driving subscription package, which is priced at USD199 (RM839) per month for cars with the Basic Autopilot package, or USD99 (RM417) for those …
Police turned back 4,839 cars at roadblocks on Friday
According to deputy prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, a total of 4,839 vehicles were ordered to turn back at roadblocks last Friday, the highest number since the National Recovery Plan …
MINI Anniversary Edition debuts to celebrate 60th anniversary of the original Mini Cooper – 740 units
The original Mini was first launched in 1959 and was designed by Alec Issigonis for the British Motor Corporation (BMC) at the time. Following its debut, John Cooper, owner of the Cooper …
Proton Saga and X70 get CKD pricing in Pakistan – up to RM2.6k cheaper than before thanks to tax breaks
Proton Pakistan has announced revised pricing for the Saga and X70, with both being more affordable than before. The new prices are for locally assembled (CKD) units that will soon come out …
2022 Subaru WRX will reportedly get a 2.4 litre turbo boxer engine with 300 PS – STI version to pack 350 PS
Subaru left out plenty of details when it teased the next-generation WRX last month, but a new report from Japan’s Goo-net claims some performance specifications that we can expect when the model …
Aston Martin Valhalla debuts in production form – 4.0L twin-turbo V8 PHEV making 950 PS and 1,000 Nm
In March 2019, Aston Martin introduced the AM-RB 003 concept, which previewed a new model that would later be known as the Valhalla. Fast forward to today, the British carmaker has now …
2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R Mk8 launched in the US – up to 315 hp; manual and DSG; from RM124k
During this year’s Chicago Auto Show, Volkswagen took the time to launch the latest Golf GTI and Golf R in the United States, which will arrive at dealerships in the fourth quarter …
Famous car designer Frank Stephenson reveals future design classics you should get while you still can
https://youtu.be/opzrUENjXow Throughout the history of the car, there have plenty of iconic designs that are either cherished or loathed. Those in the former are what most remember fondly, with cars like the …
Alfa Romeo extends F1 deal with Sauber Motorsport
The Alfa Romeo name will remain in Formula 1 for the foreseeable future, with the Italian brand signing a new multi-year agreement with Sauber Motorsport. The renewed partnership will include yearly assessments …
Volkswagen ID.8 confirmed – Atlas-sized EV SUV
Volkswagen Group recently presented its New Auto strategy through 2030, which lists a slew of initiatives the company will take on its journey to become a leading provider of fully electric vehicles …
Volkswagen reveals New Auto strategy through 2030 – unified SSP platform, battery cell format and software
Volkswagen Group has presented its New Auto strategy, which consists of numerous initiatives that will lay the groundwork as the automaker transitions into becoming a leading provider of fully electric vehicles with …
2022 Toyota Tundra will come with a large moonroof – fan-favorite powered rear window makes a return
After revealing an exterior photo of the third-generation Toyota Tundra in June, which was later followed by a peek at the pick-up truck’s dashboard, the Japanese carmaker is now continuing its teaser …
2022 R232 Mercedes-AMG SL interior gets revealed
The teaser campaign for the new Mercedes-AMG SL continues, with the German carmaker now giving us a good look at the living space of the upcoming R232. According to the company, the …
Toyota GR86 makes its UK debut at Goodwood event
The Toyota GR 86 has made its dynamic debut in the United Kingdom at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed, which took place over the weekend. The new sports car joins other …
Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator get Gorilla Glass windshield
Corning’s Gorilla Glass is commonly found on smartphones, but carmakers are also known for adopting the brand of chemically strengthened glass for its vehicles. For instance, Mercedes-Benz uses Gorilla Glass for its …
Next-generation Nissan GT-R could be closely related to current car; 3.8L V6 retained; 2023 debut – report
The current Nissan GT-R has been around for well over a decade now, having first made its initial debut at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show. Over the years, the “modern Godzilla” has …
Honda hits 15 million-unit sales mark in China after just 22 years and six months – fastest of any region
Honda began selling cars in China in January 1999, and after 22 years and six months, the company has announced that its cumulative automobile sales in the country has reached the 15-million-unit …
