Ferrari Purosangue review – traversing new territory
Over the past few decades, Ferrari has organised Grand Tour events which has seen its cars venture to diverse corners of the planet, including the Himalayas and across the United States, just …
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Isuzu D-Max Hi-Lander MHEV concept revealed in Thailand – 1.9L turbodiesel with 48-volt mild hybrid
In addition to the D-Max BEV concept, Isuzu also showed off another pick-up truck called the D-Max Hi-Lander MHEV. Presented as a proof of concept, the prototype features a 48-volt mild hybrid …
2024 Toyota Hilux Revo GR Sport Wide Tread launched in Thailand – widebody kit, 224 PS, 550 Nm; fr RM197k
Toyota Motor Thailand has launched the Toyota Hilux Revo GR Sport Wide Tread, which retails for 1.499 million baht (RM196,868). Compared to the previous GR Sport sold in the country, the new …
Isuzu D-Max BEV concept debuts – 66.9 kWh battery, 177 PS, 325 Nm; CKD Thailand; Europe launch in 2025
Isuzu has revealed a new concept that previews its first battery electric vehicle, which will be shown to the public at this year’s Bangkok International Motor Show later this month. Called the …
2024 Mercedes-AMG GT43 debuts – 2.0T four-cylinder with 421 PS; 0-100 km/h in 4.6s is slower than an A45S
Several months after the reveal of the second-generation Mercedes-AMG GT in August last year, the German carmaker has now introduced a third variant to join the existing GT55 4Matic+ and GT63 4Matic+. …
2024 Maserati GranTurismo launched in Malaysia – up to 557 PS; 3.0T V6; from RM739k before taxes, options
Naza Italia recently launched the second-generation Maserati GranTurismo in Malaysia, which is available in two variants. The Italian carmaker’s 2+2 grand tourer made its global debut in 2022 and is available for …
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia partners with ECOMY to install solar lighting for orang asli communities
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) has partnered up with Ecotourism & Conservation Society Malaysia (ECOMY) for the KampungKu project, which is dedicated to resolving the energy-related needs of indigenous rural communities across Malaysia by …
BYD, Xpeng, Li Auto, Zeekr, GAC Aion to use Nvidia Drive Thor platform for self-driving, AI-powered tech
At Nvidia’s recent GPU Technology Conference (GTC), the technology company announced it is expanding its partnerships with various automakers that are pushing for more self-driving cars as well as infotainment systems augmented …
Audi Q6 e-tron debuts – PPE 800V platform; up to 625 km EV range, 516 PS; coming to Malaysia in 2024
The Audi Q6 e-tron has made its debut as the brand’s first electric vehicle (EV) to be built on the Volkswagen Group’s Premium Platform Electric (PPE), which is an architecture also used …
2024 Maserati Grecale Folgore – brand’s first EV SUV; 557 PS, 820 Nm, 105 kWh battery, up to 501 km range
The Maserati Grecale Folgore is the all-electric version of the company’s Porsche Macan fighter which made its debut two years ago. Launched as the brand’s second electric vehicle (EV) after the GranTurismo …
India reveals new EV policy to boost Tesla’s entry – lower EV import tax rate with investment, CKD plans
After months of lobbying for Tesla to set up shop in India, the country’s government recently announced a new electric vehicle (EV) policy that will support the entry of the American EV …
Zeekr reportedly plans to sell EVs in Thailand, Laos, Myanmar and Philippines this year – Malaysia next?
A Zeekr spokesperson has said the company plans to set up operations in Thailand and cooperate with local distributors to begin selling electric vehicles (EVs) in the first half of this year, …
2025 Kia K4 teased – Cerato/Forte successor; Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic rival; March 27 debut in New York
Kia has released teaser images of the next-generation K4, which will be revealed over two stages this month. On March 21, the South Korean carmaker will reveal the global design of its …
Chevron launches Caltex Fuel Your School programme
Chevron Malaysia, the operator of the Caltex brand and service stations in Malaysia, has announced the launch of the latest edition of the Caltex Fuel Your School, an initiative aimed at revitalising …
Chery Malaysia offers Extra Peace of Mind package – 7 years servicing, 10-year engine warranty; RM11,600
Chery Malaysia has introduced the Extra Peace of Mind package for new buyers of the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro. The optional add-on is priced at RM11,600 and serves to provide …
Goodyear Malaysia Hari Raya promo – free laptop backpack with purchase of four tyres sized 16” and up
As part of a special Hari Raya promotion, Goodyear Malaysia is rewarding customers who purchase four units of Goodyear consumer tyres (in sizes 16 inches and up) with a Goodyear laptop backpack. …
Tesla eyes Southeast Asia’s booming EV market as a major place of growth but faces competition from BYD
Rohan Patel, vice president of public policy and business development at Tesla, recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate one of the first owners of the Model Y in Malaysia. In …
Proton Tanjong Malim’s solar plant bags NEA 2023 award – over RM10 million in electricity savings to date
Proton Tanjong Malim’s solar power initiative has secured the top spot in the ‘Renewable Energy’ category under the ‘On Grid (National Grid)’ segment of the National Energy Awards (NEA) 2023. First unveiled …
2024 Volkswagen ID.7 GTX Tourer – brand’s most powerful estate with 340 PS, up to 585 km EV range
Say hello to Volkswagen’s most powerful estate model to date: the ID.7 GTX Tourer. Making its debut alongside the ID.3 GTX, the fully electric wagon joins the ID.7 Tourer range as the …
2024 Volkswagen ID.3 GTX debuts – EV hot hatch; RWD only with up to 326 PS, 545 Nm, 600 km range
Volkswagen has expanded its GTX line-up of performance electric vehicles (EVs) by revealing the new ID.3 GTX. This joins GTX versions of the ID.4 and ID.5, but unlike those models, the ID.3 …
