2017 World Car Awards – nominees list announced
In the lead up to the 2017 World Car Awards, the official list of nominees for each of the five categories has been released. The nominees will later be shortlisted to the …
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Next-gen Ford Fiesta ST could use a 1.0 litre EcoBoost
According to a report by Auto Express, the future Ford Fiesta ST could ditch the current model’s 1.6 litre EcoBoost engine for a tuned version of the smaller 1.0 litre unit. “We’re …
BMW X1, Jeep Renegade and Volkswagen Tiguan manage to secure five-star safety rating from ANCAP
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has released its latest round of safety test results (derived from Euro NCAP testing) for three SUVs – the BMW X1, Jeep Renegade and Volkswagen …
Volkswagen – plug-in hybrids will soon be phased out
Volkswagen is of the opinion that plug-in hybrid technology, which combines a combustion engine with an electric motor, will not go on sale forever. The German carmaker says the technology will eventually …
Hennessey VelociRaptor 6×6 unleashed – RM1.2 mil
Hennessey Performance is no stranger when it comes to customising Fords, providing them with more power, more performance, and soon, more wheels. Its latest project is the Hennessey VelociRaptor 6x6 “concept,” which …
VIDEO: The Grand Tour in the Grand Racing Quiz
https://youtu.be/caezhWQc8Dw Everyone’s favourite former Top Gear hosts – Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May – will soon return in their new show The Grand Tour. Slated to air on November 18 …
BMW Group Malaysia strengthens partnership with GreenTech – 1,000 ChargEV stations by end-2017
At the ongoing International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM), BMW Group Malaysia today officially announced that it has strengthened its partnership with GreenTech Malaysia. As part of the …
Volvo Car Malaysia tech talk – focus on electrification
In September 2016, atmospheric carbon dioxide levels continued to remain above the symbolic 400 parts per million (ppm) mark, with scientists saying that 2016 will be the year that it will continue …
Proton to be more competitive with foreign partner
According to second international trade and industry minister, Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan, Proton’s collaboration with a foreign partner will allow the national carmaker to produce better quality products and enable it …
Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake All-Terrain rendered
Ever wondered what the Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake will look like as an All-Terrain model? Well, wonder no more, as automotive manipulator Theophilus Chin has created this render, which is inspired by …
Toyota announces Hilux Buy & Win contest – stand a chance to win a brand-new Sienta 1.5V, trip to Japan
Fancy a brand-new Toyota Sienta 1.5V or a trip to Japan? Well, those are the prizes up for grabs in UMW Toyota Motor’s Toyota Hilux Buy & Win contest, which is ongoing …
Mercedes-Benz – killing diesel engines is “stupid”
Mercedes-Benz won’t be doing away with diesel engines anytime soon, according to a report by Autocar UK. Despite the recent emissions scandal, the chairman of Daimler AG, Dieter Zetsche said the diesel …
VIDEO: BMW’s The Escape short film trailer is here
https://youtu.be/SROmGrUTO9k BMW has finally released the official trailer for its upcoming short film – The Escape - which brings backs Clive Owen as “the Driver.” The new film is a revival of …
Mitsubishi Triton Extra Hardcore roadshow starts tomorrow – free taxi rides with Leona Chin available
Leona Chin Difts the TritonBehind the rugged and powerful TRITON is our very own Malaysia Motorsport Athlete Leona Chin! Bring your camera and friends to meet Leona Chin during these roadshows: 1. …
BMW i8 and i3 CrossFade concepts debut in Paris
For this year’s Paris Motor Show, BMW’s i division decided to revive its collaboration with Garage Italia Customs to create these two CrossFade concepts you see before you today. Based on the …
Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration updated for Paris reveal
Infiniti has brought an updated version of its QX Sport Inspiration concept for this year’s Paris Motor Show, which we first saw at the Beijing Auto Show earlier this year. As before, …
Mercedes-Benz Generation EQ makes debut in Paris
At long last, Mercedes-Benz has finally revealed its new electric vehicle sub-brand – EQ – and to mark the occasion, the Generation EQ makes its official debut at the ongoing Paris Motor …
Mercedes-AMG confirms new hypercar with F1 tech
Mercedes-AMG has confirmed that it is indeed working on a hybrid hypercar that will likely go up against the upcoming Aston Martin AM-RB-11, as well as the hybrid Holy Trinity (McLaren P1, …
2017 Nissan March – fifth-gen officially revealed
The fifth-generation Nissan March (aka Micra) finally makes its global debut at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, and has undergone what the carmaker calls a “complete redefinition.” Judging by the way it …
Mazda 3 Mazdasports now available in Malaysia – styling package for the hatchback, priced at RM9,880
Bermaz has introduced a special edition of the Mazda 3 called the Mazdasports, which is currently on display at the company’s Mazda Mega Sales Roadshow at 1 Utama Shopping Centre (New Wing, …
