Hyundai i40 updated with new grille, engines, tech
Hyundai has given the i40 an update, with the both sedan and wagon body styles benefitting from a slightly updated design, expanded engine line-up and revised kit list. On the exterior, the …
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2018 Toyota Rush launching in Malaysia on October 18
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has teased the arrival of the new Toyota Rush, which is set to make its launch debut here in Malaysia on October 18. The company also announced that …
Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Edition launched in Malaysia – limited to 120 units, priced from RM143k
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has launched the limited edition Mitsubishi Outlander Sports Edition, which is priced at RM142,888 on-the-road without insurance. Based on the 2.0L 4WD model, only 120 units will be offered, …
MIGHT’s new national car project timeline an estimate; two proposals have been received so far – Madani
During a press conference following the singing of a memorandum of understanding between Proton and the Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI), Madani Sahari, who is the CEO of MAI, touched upon the topic …
New Ford Everest facelift now available in Malaysia – 2.0L turbodiesel engines, 10-speed auto, from RM229k
Sime Darby Auto Connexion has introduced the facelifted Ford Everest in Malaysia, with two variants being available to the public. The first is the 2.0L Trend AWD 10AT, which is priced from …
Toyota remains the world’s most valuable automotive brand in Interbrand’s 2018 Best Global Brands list
Toyota has retained its top spot in the automotive sector of Interbrand’s 2018 Best Global Brands list with a brand value estimated to be around US$53.404 billion, which is a 6% increase …
RON 95 Euro 4M rollout postponed to January 1, 2020
The rollout of RON 95 Euro 4M will be postponed to January 1, 2020, according to a statement issued by the ministry of domestic trade and consumer affairs (KPDNHEP). It was previously …
Renault planning for C-segment, all-electric crossover
Renault is looking to introduce another electric car in the future, according to Gilles Normand, senior vice president of Renault Group’s electric vehicle division. The forthcoming vehicle is said to be sized …
FIRST LOOK: Volvo XC40 T5 AWD R-Design in M’sia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mlBAO0fl0mk At long last, the Volvo XC40 has finally made its launch debut here in Malaysia, and those interested will have the option of a sole T5 AWD R-Design variant. Priced at …
Mazda CX-5 now comes with powered tailgate in M’sia; CX-9 gains 360-degree camera, Apple CarPlay support
Bermaz Motor has given the Mazda CX-5 and CX-9 an upgraded equipment list as part of a minor update for both models. This comes with the announcement of its new price list …
No concerns about SilTerra’s involvement in new national car project, says prime minister Tun Mahathir
Prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has dismissed concerns of Khazanah Nasional’s wholly-owned subsidiary SilTerra’s involvement in the upcoming new national car project (NNCP) as an indicator that public funds would be …
Next-generation Land Rover Defender spotted testing
Production of the iconic Land Rover Defender came to an end after more than six decades, and we’re now getting our first look at its replacement. These impeccable spyshots come from Land …
Volkswagen Malaysia extends tax holiday until Nov 30 – zero-rated GST pricing to remain while stocks last
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has announced that it will extend its price protection scheme until the end of November 2018, while stocks last. This supersedes the company’s earlier decision to absorb …
McLaren 720S now available with optional Track Pack
McLaren is making good progress with the development programme of its 720S GT3 race car, and has decided to give the road-going version of its Super Series model some delightful goodies. Called …
New BMW i3 loses range extender option in Europe
According to a report by Autocar UK, the new BMW i3 will not be offered as a range extender model in Europe. The all-electric city car recently had its battery pack enhanced …
paultan.org PACE just one month away – five years free service for Lexus and Volvo, plus many more!
We’re only a month away from our first ever Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), powered by Petron Blaze 100 Euro 4M, and we now have more good news to deliver. Set to …
Ford Mondeo Hybrid wagon coming to Europe in 2019
Ford has announced that it will introduced a wagon version of the Mondeo Hybrid in Europe from 2019, which will join the existing sedan model. The wagon hybrid will be part of …
Honda Malaysia celebrates sale of 300,000th City in Malaysia – secures number one spot in B-segment
The Honda City has always been a popular choice among car buyers here in Malaysia, and today, Honda Malaysia announced a new milestone for the B-segment sedan model with the sale of …
MINI, Rolls-Royce to halt UK production due to Brexit
Even though the BMW Group has said it would not shut down its factories in the United Kingdom in light of the looming Brexit, its facilities will still face a temporary disruption …
Renault EZ-ULTIMO – an autonomous mobile lounge
Renault has unveiled a mobile lounge at this year’s Paris Motor Show, which it is calling the EZ-ULTIMO. While it may have a curious name, what you’re looking at is a preview …
