Volkswagen Golf gains new 130PS 1.5L TSI Evo engine
Volkswagen has introduced a new petrol variant to the Golf range, which it claims offers diesel-like fuel economy but is cheaper to buy. The powertrain used in the Golf 1.5 TSI ACT …
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Volkswagen Arteon gains R-Line package in the U.S.
The Volkswagen Arteon will be offered with an R-Line styling package in the United States, which introduces exterior and interior design enhancements. The four-door fastback is set to go on sale in …
SPYSHOTS: G20 BMW 3 Series spotted in two styles
The all-new G20 BMW 3 Series has been spotted out in the open yet again, with our spies capturing two test mules roaming around the streets of Munich. Both cars are still …
Audi Q8 to officially debut in Shanghai in June – next-gen Q3 and A1, plug-in hybrid A8 and Q5 on the way
Audi recently concluded its annual press conference in Ingolstadt just a few days ago, where it laid out some of its plans for 2018 and beyond. According to Rupert Stadler, chairman of …
Toyota reveals world’s first flexible-fuel hybrid vehicle
Toyota is presenting a prototype of the world’s first hybrid flexible-fuel vehicle (hybrid FFV) in Sao Paulo, Brazil, which it hopes will become commercially available in the future. The prototype uses a …
Bentley Bentayga gains biometric security stowage
You’re an individual with a high net worth and you drive a Bentley Bentayga. Naturally, you have quite a number of valuables (wallet, watch, etc.) with you on your daily commute, but …
Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak all-electric racer debuts
Volkswagen is continuing its I.D. offensive with a new motorsports project, which it calls the I.D. R Pikes Peak. The all-electric prototype racing car is set to take part in this year’s …
2018 Kia K900 – first images out, brochure leaked
Kia has released the first official images of the all-new K900 (known as the K9 in Korea) ahead of the model’s world debut at the New York International Auto Show. Around the …
Volkswagen Atlas – five-seat version gets confirmed
Volkswagen has announced it will launch a five-seat version of the Atlas for the American market, which will be previewed as a concept at the 2018 New York International Auto Show. Like …
GALLERY: Toyota Hilux L-Edition – 2.4L AT 4×4 variant
UMW Toyota Motor recently launched the Toyota Hilux L-Edition (‘L’ refers to luxury), marking the arrival of the facelifted pick-up truck in Malaysia. We now bring you a full gallery of the …
2018 Volkswagen Golf R-Line, GTI and R Mk7.5 in Malaysia – what to expect; preliminary details
We now have preliminary details of the new Volkswagen Golf Mk7.5 range, after it was first teased on Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia’s (VPCM) official website. At launch, three models will be offered …
VIDEO: Toyota Direct Shift-CVT functionality explained
https://youtu.be/HanImTejIVM In late February 2018, Toyota revealed a whole range of new technologies that will be used in future vehicles based on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA). One of those technologies …
2018 Mercedes-Maybach Pullman debuts with 630 PS
It’s time now for the Mercedes-Maybach Pullman to get its facelift, after the Maybach and regular S-Class models received theirs. Apart from an updated design, the VV222 also gets an updated equipment …
F39 BMW X2 spotted in Malaysia ahead of launch
The F39 BMW X2 has been spotted in Malaysia ahead of its official launch debut on March 21, 2018, where it is estimated to retail at RM320,000 without insurance. Those who are …
Audi to drop W12 engine from its line-up after D5 A8
The Audi A8 has been offered with a W12 engine since 2001, but that may all change going forward. According to a report by Car and Driver, the current-generation A8 (D5) will …
2018 Porsche Cayenne makes regional debut in M’sia
The third-generation Porsche Cayenne has made its regional debut Malaysia after it was first previewed here back in January this year. As reported then, there will be two variants for customers to …
Perodua D38L SUV set to debut this year – report
Rumours of a new Perodua SUV have been around for some time now, and a report by Kenanga Research may have confirmed that such a model exists. The unnamed SUV (codename D38L) …
Mazda CX-8 7-seat SUV to be introduced in Malaysia by third quarter of 2018, new Mazda 6 by Q2 2018
According to a report published by RHB Investment Bank, Bermaz Auto is planning to introduce the CX-8 as well as the refreshed Mazda 6. During the roll-out ceremony of the new CX-5 …
VIDEO: Lexus LC 500 takes on the Honda Civic Type R
https://youtu.be/O7NHV7fVUPc As most of you are aware, Top Gear is back for Series 25, and episode three was certainly a treat for all you fans of Japanese cars. Thankfully, the good folks …
Petronas opens new global R&T centre in Turin, Italy
Petronas recently launched its new global research & technology (R&T) centre in Turin, Italy, which was officiated by Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas. The US$60 million (RM235 million) facility will be the …
