Nissan models to cost 3-6% more in mid-2016 – ETCM
During a segment on Buletin Utama, Datuk Dr Ang Bon Beng, executive director of Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has revealed that prices of all Nissan models will increase between 3-6% in …
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JB road closures in conjunction with Chingay parade
In conjunction with the upcoming Chingay parade, several main roads in Johor Bahru will be closed in stages starting from tomorrow (February 26) until Monday (February 29), Bernama reports. According to Johor …
2016 Mazda CX-5 facelift launched in Thailand – now with i-ActivSense, 2.5L SkyActiv-G variant dropped
The facelifted Mazda CX-5 has been launched in Thailand recently, featuring updated looks and new technologies. The SUV is offered in four variants – 2.0 C, 2.0 S, XD and XDL, with …
AC Schnitzer ACL2 – 570 hp M3-powered BMW M235i
AC Schnitzer, tinkerers of BMW vehicles, has announced its latest creation – the ACL2, which will make its debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The ACL2 is essentially a highly-strung BMW …
Uber launches new UberMOTO bike service in BKK
Uber has launched its first motorbike service in Thailand, expanding beyond the company’s traditional four-wheeled ride offerings. Dubbed UberMOTO, the service went live as a pilot programme in Bangkok recently. The new …
Police to discuss legalised Mat Rempit street racing idea with gov’t – “our youngsters still like to rempit”
Following Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor’s recent proposal to allow legalised motorcycle street racing in Kuala Lumpur, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar has said he will meet with …
Police to prosecute traffic offenders without licences
The police is pushing to have stern legal action taken against traffic offenders caught without valid licences, according to a report by The Star. Recently, it was revealed that the lorry driver …
Nissan X-Trail, Qashqai concepts to debut at Geneva
To celebrate Nissan’s sales success of its crossover range in Europe, the carmaker has prepared two unique ‘Premium Concept’ versions of its Qashqai and X-Trail. Both cars will go on display at …
Volvo V40, V40 Cross Country FL revealed for Geneva
Volvo has unveiled its facelifted V40 and V40 Cross Country for the 2017 model year ahead of the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The updates here are primarily visual in nature, and borrows …
TC Euro Cars unveils upgraded Renault PJ showroom
TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has launched its newly-upgraded flagship Renault showroom in Petaling Jaya today. Boasting new facilities and expanded services, the showroom is now even better equipped to provide customers with …
Honda will launch all-new plug-in hybrid model in North America by 2018; other models to follow suit
Honda will introduce an all-new plug-in hybrid model in North America by 2018. The announcement comes following a recent press conference by the company’s president and CEO Takahiro Hachigo. In his speech, …
Next-gen Honda Accord and CR-V to be built on new Civic’s platform and use downsized turbo engine
At a recent press conference, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. president & CEO Takahiro Hachigo announced that the next Honda CR-V and Accord – both of which are part of its core global …
Lambo’s Stephan Winkelmann to become Audi quattro CEO in March; Stefano Domenicali set to take over
Stephan Winkelmann (left), Stefano Domenicali (right) Audi AG has announced that from March 15, 2016, Stephan Winkelmann will be the new CEO of quattro GmbH, succeeding Heinz Hollerweger, who is set to …
KTM to convert old diesel-powered trains into heritage holiday coaches – first trips start in April
Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) is set to retire its ageing diesel-powered passenger trains this year. However, rather than scrapping the trains altogether, the old trains will be repurposed to serve as holiday …
Mercedes-AMG C63 S gets updated Brabus tuning kit for Geneva – now does 650 hp, 820 Nm, 0-100 in 3.7s
Not content with its earlier effort, Brabus has announced an updated tuning programme for the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S. Described as “full-blooded wolf in sheep’s clothing,” the new Brabus PowerXtra B40S - …
2017 Renault Scenic officially shown ahead of Geneva
After the accidental reveal of the 2017 Renault Scenic recently, the French carmaker has now officially released two photos as a pre-launch glimpse of the compact MPV. Furthermore, Renault has provided a …
2016 Honda Civic production to begin in Thailand this March, 1.5L turbo and 1.8L engine assembly started
Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd has announced that it has begun production of the 2016 Honda Civic’s 1.8 litre SOHC i-VTEC and 1.5 litre turbocharged engines at its plant in Rojana Industrial …
Citroen C4 Cactus Rip Curl – a beachmobile for all
For this year’s Geneva Motor Show, Citroen will unveil the ultimate beachmobile, and we’re not talking about its concept from last year either. This is the Citroen C4 Cactus Rip Curl, the …
Jeep Renegade Dawn of Justice Special Edition debuts
In conjunction with release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ highly anticipated Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Jeep has joined forces in a one-of-kind co-branded partnership with the movie studio to create the …
Hyundai Ioniq Electric revealed – 169 km EV range
When it was revealed, the Hyundai Ioniq was reported to come in three powertrain options - a full electric vehicle (EV), a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV). …
