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The wait is almost over. At next month’s Geneva Motor Show, Toyota will finally unveil the production version of the Toyota C-HR. The Japanese carmaker isn’t revealing much about the C-segment crossover for now, aside […]
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Renault Megane Estate revealed before Geneva debut
With the 2016 Geneva Motor Show soon to be upon us, Renault has decided to provide an early look at its all-new Megane Estate. Based on the fourth-generation Megane, the wagon version carries over many […]
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Toyota to invest RM1.7 billion in Indonesia this year
Toyota Motor Corporation says it will be investing 5.4 trillion rupiah (nearly RM1.7 billion) in Indonesia this year for an export-based production plant, according to Indonesia’s Industry Minister Saleh Husin. This is part of a […]
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GALLERY: Lexus LC 500h gets more studio images
Before the debut of the new Lexus LC 500h at the Geneva Motor Show, the company has decided to release more images of the sleek two-door hybrid to further whet our appetites. Although nearly identical […]
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Mercedes-Benz teases C-Class Cabriolet for Geneva debut, hints at new Mercedes-AMG C43 Coupe model
A few days after teasing its new W205 C-Class Cabriolet in sketch form, Mercedes-Benz is back with another teaser of the soft-top. This time however, we get to see the car in the metal, although […]
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Honda Civic 1.5L turbo dyno run reveals higher output; drag race shows it’s faster than 205 hp FB Civic 2.4
The tenth-generation Honda Civic may be hiding the true potential of its 1.5 litre turbocharged engine, according to the team over at Hondata. What they’ve done is take a standard North American 2016 Honda Civic […]
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Police plans to raise traffic fines by end of this year
The police has decided to follow through on its proposal to raise the maximum traffic fines. This comes a few days after it initially made the suggestion in an attempt to reduce the fatality rate […]
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Tun M discusses Proton’s future export/CKD plans
Part of Proton’s future plans includes expanding its presence in export markets. Earlier in the year, the national carmaker made an official return into the Chilean market with its Preve and Exora. With other potential […]
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VIDEO: Tun M discusses the next-gen Proton Exora
One of the more popular MPVs offered to Malaysians is the Proton Exora. Launched back in 2009, the seven-seater has received a series of mechanical and aesthetic upgrades over the years to keep it fresh […]
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Tun Mahathir on Proton’s ambitious 2016 sales target
This year, Proton is aiming to sell 150,000 cars, a 50% increase from 2015’s sales figure of about 100,000 cars. A tall order indeed, but not a far-fetched one, according to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, […]
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio – official name of the new SUV
Alfa Romeo’s upcoming SUV may still be a work in progress, but it appears the vehicle has now been given a name. According to Auto Express, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) CEO Sergio Marchionne has christened […]
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VIDEO: New Proton Arena pick-up in development
During our recent interview with Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, we asked the Proton chairman to share his thoughts on the Arena, along with the progress and outlook on the aggressive-looking pick-up truck concept that was […]
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Dieselgate: Volkswagen EA189 engine fix well on track
Volkswagen is making good progress with its recall for the EA189 diesel engines that were involved in the dieselgate scandal. The automaker has announced that three weeks after it began implementing technical measures for its […]
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Why are Proton cars so cheap in the export markets?
One of the most pressed-upon topics involving Proton is its participation in various export markets. The public has long complained, why are Proton cars sold in foreign markets so cheap? Well, Proton chairman, Tun Dr […]
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VIDEO: Tun Mahathir discusses Proton’s quality and service issues, plus the brand’s revival plans
Proton is on a mission to revitalise its image with several initiatives. This includes, but is not limited to, the introduction of new products, a new philosophy, new logo and tagline, and expanding its list […]