iCar V27 teased again – debut in Dubai on August 1
iCar (iCaur to us in Malaysia) has announced it will reveal the V27 on August 1, 2025 in Dubai. To go along with the announcement, the Chery sub-brand released more teaser images …
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Nissan posts operating loss of 79.1 billion yen in Q1 FY25 – 1.6 million vehicles delivered in 1H 2025
In May this year, Nissan announced its Re:Nissan recovery plan which is meant to return the company to profitability and positive free cash flow by fiscal 2026. In addition to aligning product …
Citroen Basalt launched in Indonesia – CBU India; 1.2T, 6AT; Kia Seltos/Hyundai Creta rival; priced from RM93k
While we wait for the Citroen Basalt to arrive in Malaysia - it has been a year - the coupe-styled SUV has already been launched in Indonesia. Making its debut at the …
Brabus 1000 debuts – uprated Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance with 1,000 PS, 1,820 Nm; 0-100 in 2.6s
Brabus has worked its magic on the Mercedes-AMG GT63S E Performance to create this, the Brabus 1000. While the name isn’t very imaginative, the enhanced coupe serves up some big numbers that …
Nissan to stop production at historic CIVAC plant in Mexico by March 2026 – COMPAS plant to take over
Another Nissan plant is set to discontinue operations under the automaker’s Re:Nissan restructuring plan. This time, it is the CIVAC plant in Cuernavaca, Mexico, which will cease production by March 2026 (the …
PLUS Kulai-Sedenak highway widening project to be opened in phases, starting with 4-km stretch in 2026
Users of the PLUS North-South Expressway (NSE) travelling between Kulai to Sedenak will have six lanes (previously four) to drive on as early as next year when a four-km stretch of the …
Government will not proceed with implementation of High Value Goods Tax (HVGT), says ministry of finance
Following a Dewan Rakyat sitting on July 29, 2025, it has been revealed that the government has officially scrapped its plan to impose the High Value Goods Tax (HVGT), over a year …
Lexus LX 700h launched in Indonesia – 3.5T V6 luxury hybrid SUV with 464 PS; 4 or 7 seats; from RM875k
Indonesia has welcomed the first-ever electrified Lexus LX with the launch of the LX 700h at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). Unveiled as a new variant of the LX …
Suzuki eVitara previewed in Indonesia ahead of launch in early 2026 – brand’s first EV with up to 500 km range
According to a report by CNN, Suzuki will begin selling the eVitara in Indonesia in early 2026. This will be the brand’s first electric vehicle (EV) to go on sale in the …
Tesla’s new affordable EV is just a Model Y, says CEO Elon Musk – likely to have less features to lower price
During Tesla’s Q2 2025 investor call, CEO Elon Musk revealed that the lower cost model the company is expected to sell is “just a Model Y.” No further details were provided but …
Proton International established to handle export markets – 6,000-unit target for 2025, 12,000 for 2026
Proton Holdings (Proton) has formed a new wholly owned subsidiary called Proton International Corporation (PICSB), which will be in charge of the carmaker’s overseas expansion, with the objective of providing more flexibility …
Police announce 16 major roads in KL are expected to be affected by traffic diversions due to July 26 rally
With the ‘Turun Anwar’ rally taking place this Saturday (July 26, 2025), the police have announced that several major roads in Kuala Lumpur are expected to be affected by traffic diversions tomorrow. …
2025 Hyundai Stargazer Cartenz launched in Indonesia – from RM70k, Cartenz X fr RM94k; 1.5L NA, IVT/6MT
Hyundai Stargazer Cartenz The Hyundai Stargazer MPV and its crossover alter ego, the Stargazer X, have been given a facelift in Indonesia to now become the Stargazer Cartenz and Stargazer Cartenz X. …
BYD signs as Inter Milan’s global automotive partner
BYD has announced it has entered into a three-year strategic partnership with FC Internazionale Milano (known simply as Inter Milan) to become the club’s global automotive partner. “In China, where BYD is …
2025 Subaru Forester launched in Indonesia – sole 2.5L variant with 185 PS, EyeSight ADAS; from RM190k
The sixth-generation Subaru Forester has been launched in Indonesia, where it is offered in a sole 2.5i-S EyeSight variant priced at 735.5 million rupiah (about RM190k). That makes the latest Forester, which …
2025 Honda StepWGN e:HEV launched in Indonesia – 3-row MPV with 2.0L hybrid system; from RM163k
The sixth-generation Honda StepWGN e:HEV has made its launch debut at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) following the start of order taking in June. The hybrid MPV was previously …
2025 Xpeng G6 Pro launched in Indonesia – facelifted EV with 296 PS, up to 535 km WLTP range; RM160k
The refreshed Xpeng X9 wasn’t the only electric vehicle (EV) on display at the Chinese carmaker’s booth at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), as the new G6 facelift was …
2025 VinFast VF7 launched in Indonesia – C-segment EV SUV; up to 354 PS, 471 km range; from RM129k
The VinFast VF7 has made its launch debut at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), with two variants being made available to customers in the country. First revealed at the …
Chery’s Lepas sub-brand officially debuts in Indonesia – L8 to be first launch model, L6 and L4 also shown
Chery’s Lepas sub-brand has made its first overseas debut at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), just a few months after its official unveiling in April. Three SUVs were presented …
BYD Atto 1 launched in Indonesia as brand’s cheapest EV – renamed Seagull fr RM51k; up to 380 km NEDC
The BYD Atto 1, which is essentially a renamed Seagull, has made its launch debut in Indonesia at this year’s Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. Available in two variants, the Atto 1 …
