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Volkswagen Group has announced it will invest up to USD5 billion (around RM23.5 billion) in Rivian as part of a new joint venture focusing on next-generation electric vehicle (EV) architecture and software. Each company will […]
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Gentari Green Mobility collaborates with Virta to further expand EV charging network in Southeast Asia
Gentari, through its subsidiary Gentari Green Mobility, has collaborated with Virta to expand the electric vehicle (EV) charging network across Southeast Asia. Leveraging Virta’s digital platform services, technology and industry expertise with Gentari’s deployment and […]
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2024 Audi RS Q8 facelift – brand’s most powerful V8 with up to 640 PS; fastest SUV around the Nürburgring
Audi has revealed its most powerful SUV in the form of the new RS Q8, which is making its debut several months after the Q8 and SQ8 got their facelifts last September. Offered in two […]
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Zeekr X coming to Malaysia – EV crossover with plenty of premium features, up to 428 PS; from RM160k here?
The Zeekr 009 isn’t the only electric vehicle (EV) coming our way, as the large MPV will also be joined by the X when the Chinese brand makes its launch debut in Malaysia this year. […]
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Zeekr 009 EV coming to Malaysia this year – premium MPV to rival Toyota Alphard; from RM324k in China
Zeekr’s launch in Malaysia will be led by two electric vehicles (EVs), one of which is the 009, a large MPV that will rival the Toyota Alphard/Vellfire. Ahead of the brand’s introduction here, Zeekr Malaysia […]
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Porsche World Roadshow 2024 – the ultimate driving experience featuring a diverse line-up of sports cars
The Porsche World Roadshow (PWRS) returns to the Sepang International Circuit from June 20-29, 2024, with Porsche Malaysia (represented by Sime Darby Auto Performance) providing participants with the ultimate driving experience. With 23 cars and […]
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2024 Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic facelift launched in Malaysia – CKD; 306 PS 2.0L mild hybrid; RM343,888
After being previewed on more than one occasion, the facelifted Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic Sedan has now finally been launched in Malaysia. The official price tag for the performance model is RM343,888 on-the-road without insurance, which […]
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2024 Porsche Macan EV previewed in Malaysia – up to 639 PS, 1,130 Nm, 613 km range; pre-orders now open
The facelifted Porsche Taycan wasn’t the only electric vehicle (EV) being presented at the Porsche World Roadshow 2024, as the all-new Macan was also previewed in Malaysia for the first time following its global reveal […]
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May 2024 Malaysian vehicle sales up by 18% – MAA
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has released vehicle sales data for the month of May 2024, which saw a total of 68,665 vehicles delivered to customers. This represents an increase of 18%, or 10,674 units, […]
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VinFast VF5 EV seen in Malaysia again, now with local number plates – Vietnamese brand launching here?
The VinFast VF5 has been spotted by Facebook user Akmal Azmi in Malaysia again, this time wearing proper number plates instead of trade plates previously. Could the Vietnamese automaker be planning a launch here soon? […]
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2025 BMW X3 debuts – G45 gets bold redesign, new variant naming scheme; PHEV up to 90 km EV range
The fourth-generation (G45) BMW X3 has made its official debut and will first go on sale in the United States and Europe in the fourth quarter of this year, before heading to other markets from […]
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Any bumiputera company can apply for open approved permits (APs) beginning from July 1, 2024, says MITI
The ministry of investment, trade and industry (MITI) has announced that effective July 1 this year, any bumiputera company can apply to be appointed as an open approved permit (AP) company to engage in vehicle […]
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Carro Malaysia’s first 4S centre launched in Seremban
Carro Malaysia has launched its first 4S centre located in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, expanding its network of facilities which includes 10 Retail Experience Centres, 27 inspection centres, five service centres and two refurbishment centres across […]
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European Union to slap additional tariffs up to 38.1% on imported EVs made in China as soon as July 5
The European Commission (EC) announced a few days ago its provisional decision to increase tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) manufactured in China and exported to the European Union (EU). The decision comes following an investigation […]
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2024 MINI Cooper 5 Door debuts – new F65 is heavy refresh of F55; 3- and 4-cylinder engines up to 204 PS
The new F65 MINI Cooper 5 Door has made its debut just a few months after the three-door F66 version broke cover in February this year. The more practical MINI model follows in the footsteps […]