Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition – homage to Le Mans win
Ford is very proud of its racing heritage, and to commemorate its historic 1966 Le Mans win, the carmaker will be offering a limited-edition Heritage theme for the 2017 Ford GT. The …
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Nissan GT-R drone – faster to 100 km/h than the car
https://youtu.be/ARHjF3T7MKI Nissan apparently has a problem. Its 2017 Nissan GT-R is so fast that regular drones are unable to keep up with it. Therefore, the carmaker has unveiled the GT-R Drone, one …
VIDEO: Subaru WRX STI sets new IoM TT lap record
https://youtu.be/DRg5Sp1iQMc Subaru has finally released the full lap video of its record-breaking attempt on the Isle of Man TT Course. In early June, Mark Higgins piloted a specially-developed, Prodrive-built Subaru WRX STI …
Mazda MX-5 Levanto – one-off roadster; denim interior
This one-off roadster is the Mazda MX-5 Levanto, a special project commissioned by Mazda Italia. Inspired by Bruce Brown's 1966 surf film ‘Endless Summer’, Garage Italia Customs set out to create a …
Subaru Levorg obtains five-star ANCAP safety rating
The Subaru Levorg has received the full five-star rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP), with an overall score of 35.85 out of a possible 37 points. The wagon was …
Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT Line Extension set to begin operations on June 30, this coming Thursday
Good news for public transport users, as the Kelana Jaya and Ampang LRT Line Extension is well on track to begin operations this Thursday, June 30, 2016. The former will see the …
All-new 2016 Honda Freed MPV patent images leaked
The Honda Freed is set for a full model change later this year, as confirmed by the carmaker’s president and CEO, Takahiro Hachigo in February. Ahead of its reveal however, leaked patent …
GALLERY: Kia Sportage – new QL together with old SL
The fourth-generation (QL) Kia Sportage was launched in Malaysia nearly a month ago, bringing with it a completely new design compared to the previous third-generation (SL) model. Just how radical are these …
SPIED: Honda Gienia spotted – it’s a City hatchback!
In 2014, Honda rolled out the Concept B during the Beijing International Auto Show, previewing a hatchback version of the Honda Greiz sedan. Thanks to Autohome, we now have a first look …
Paid GrabHitch JB-Singapore cross-border rides are illegal – Singapore Land Transport Authority
The Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) has a few qualms with Grab’s new cross-border ride-sharing service, saying that its business model “did not comply with regulations in Singapore,” as reported by Channel …
Honda NSX EV revealed for 2016 Pikes Peak Hill Climb
Honda had previously announced a trio of NSX coupes that will partake in this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). While we are already familiar with the look of its first …
Tesla’s Ludicrous Mode just a façade – Porsche exec
The Porsche Mission E concept first broke cover at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, and has since been confirmed for production. Automobile Magazine recently had a chat with Porsche personnel find out …
SPAD submits proposal to legalise Uber and Grab
The road to legalising app-based, ride-sharing services like Uber and Grab here appears to be well on track. It has been revealed that the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) has submitted its …
Alfa Romeo to develop 5 Series, E-Class, A6 rival?
Alfa Romeo is planning on building a rival for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5 Series and Audi A6, according to a report by AutoExpress. The new Alfa model will slot in above …
VIDEO: Lewis Hamilton stars in Mercedes-AMG GT R teaser – “Beast of the Green Hell” debuts June 24
https://youtu.be/LVXeA0-oCDU Mercedes-AMG will reveal the new GT R (not to be confused with the Nissan model) at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed on June 24. Ahead of the reveal, the Affalterbach-based …
Mazda SkyActiv-D diesel cars in M’sia soon – dealer
Mazda SkyActiv-D See you soon in Malaysia .. !! Our SKYACTIV-D diesel engines use a significantly lower compression ratio than conventional diesel engines, allowing for far lighter internal components. This reduces friction …
B10 biodiesel implementation delayed until further notice – inadequate data that new blend is compliant
In a turn of events, the Government and the private sector will postpone the implementation of B10 (blending of 10% palm methyl ester with 90% petroleum diesel) biodiesel in Malaysia until further …
Mitsubishi allots RM1.9 billion to compensate owners affected by fuel economy manipulation scandal
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will allocate 50 billion yen (RM1.9 billion) as part of efforts to compensate buyers. The Japanese carmaker recently admitted to manipulating fuel economy tests for certain models that …
Mazda Malaysia announces recall for Mazda 6, BT-50 – faulty Takata-made airbag inflators in 1,003 vehicles
Mazda Malaysia has announced a recall for the first-generation Mazda 6 (GG) and BT-50 (J97M) to replace potentially faulty Takata-made airbag inflators. Similar to previous recall programmes related to such airbag inflators, …
Porsche Macan GTS launched in Malaysia – RM710k
Along with the facelifted Porsche 911 Carrera, Sime Darby Auto Performance also introduced a new variant to the Macan line-up. The Porsche Macan GTS is now available in Malaysia priced at RM710,000 …
