Renault, Nissan to use common platform for new EVs
Renault and Nissan will jointly develop a new platform for the next-gen Zoe and Leaf electric cars, according to Automotive News Europe. This push for more cooperation between the two companies is …
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Mitsubishi’s seven-seat crossover to enter production next year; Nissan version likely to take on Honda BR-V
With Mitsubishi Motors now part of the Nissan-Renault Alliance, a new seven-seat crossover marketed under both the Nissan and Mitsubishi badge could be the first collaborative effort between the Japanese automakers, according …
Uber’s self-driving Volvo cars arrive in San Francisco
Volvo and Uber have expanded their joint self-driving pilot programme to San Francisco, California, allowing customers there to be ferried around by autonomous driving Volvo XC90s, with an Uber technician on board …
GALLERY: Peugeot 208 and 2008 facelifts on display
Earlier this month, Nasim previewed both the Peugeot 208 and 2008 facelifts in Penang, and announced that bookings for the B-segment models were now open. An official launch (with prices) will take …
Nasim to launch five new Peugeot models in 2017 – 208, 2008 facelifts; all-new 3008, 5008; Traveller MPV
At this year’s Peugeot Media Night organised by Nasim, the company announced plans to introduce five new models come 2017 – the 208 and 2008 facelifts, second-generation 3008 and 5008, as well …
MINI Malaysia year-end promotion – attractive rebates of up to RM25,000 and low interest rate of 2.38%
It’s almost the end of the year, and MINI Malaysia is offering the most tantalising deals so you can end the year on a high by taking home a brand-new MINI. Customers …
Mercedes-Benz unveils BR Jaya Batu Pahat Autohaus
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) together with authorised dealer, BR Jaya, has launched the new Mercedes-Benz Autohaus in Batu Pahat, Johor. The facility is part of a total investment of RM11 million in the …
VIDEO: Volvo S60 Polestar TC1 versus The Iron Knight
https://youtu.be/fLtbv7mqa2E If you enjoyed the Volvo Trucks vs Koenigsegg video from 2014, the Swedish automaker is back with another video for your entertainment. This time, the company rolled out its most extreme …
Takata airbag recall expanded in the US – McLaren, Audi, Ferrari, Tesla, Lexus models added to the list
The United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced that more than 20 high-performance models will be added the Takata airbag fiasco, further expanding the world’s biggest automotive recall in …
Ferrari J50 – 50 years of the Prancing Horse in Japan
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Ferrari in Japan, the Italian brand has rolled out a bespoke model aptly called the J50. Just like the F60 America, only 10 units of the …
VIDEO: Fate of the Furious – FF8 trailer finally arrives
https://youtu.be/JwMKRevYa_M After a trip down nostalgia lane with its teaser trailer, the full theatrical trailer for the eighth instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise has finally arrived. Fate of the Furious …
Borneo Safari Off-road Challenge 2016 with the new Mitsubishi Triton 2.4L MIVEC – one for the bucket list
“So, who wants to spend a few days in the jungle?” This question was put forth to the editorial team when the invite to this year’s Borneo Safari was sent by Mitsubishi …
Faraday Future releases new teaser for its first SUV
To keep the hype train rolling, Faraday Future has released a second teaser image for its first production model set to debut at next year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The …
Audi TT 2.0 TDI gets quattro all-wheel drive option
According to Audi, 50% of Audi TT models sold worldwide comes with its quattro all-wheel drive system. Therefore, the German automaker has decided to offer the system for the third-generation model that …
Honda Civic, Toyota Sienta and Nissan Navara all obtain full five-star ASEAN NCAP safety rating
The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) has released its latest round of results for the Nissan Navara, Toyota Sienta and Honda Civic. Starting with the Navara pick-up …
X213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain gets dirty
The X213 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain made its debut during this year’s Paris Motor Show, being a more rugged version of the E-Class Estate. Now, the automaker has released more details and more …
Audi introduces Traffic Light Information, first Vehicle-to-Infrastructure technology put into public use
Audi USA has announced it will launch Traffic Light Information, a Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) technology in Las Vegas, Nevada, making it the first automaker to put it into public use. It will be …
VIDEO: Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport S beats its own Nurburgring record – 7 minutes and 47.19 seconds
https://youtu.be/lE1ciLoI3A4 Volkswagen clearly wants to make sure its Golf GTI Clubsport S continues to remain the “FWD King of the ‘Ring,” which is why the company sent the hot hatch back to …
Mazda CX-3 CKD not likely for Malaysia – Bermaz
During the launch of the Mazda CX-3, it was reported that Bermaz was looking to locally assemble (CKD) the CX-3 here in Malaysia at its Kulim plant. It has been almost a …
Next-generation Ford Fiesta gets rendered as sedan
Ford recently unveiled the next-generation Fiesta, which is offered in several different flavours – Trend, Active, ST-Line, Titanium and Vignale. Though they may each have their own distinct visual cues, all are …
