BMW M2 and M4 Coupe – M Performance kit for SEMA
Although unveiled just recently, BMW’s baby coupe, the BMW M2 will already be making its presence felt at this year’s SEMA show. It will star alongside its bigger brother, the BMW M4 …
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Nissan Leaf autonomous prototype begins road tests
Debuting on Japanese roads is the self-driving Nissan Leaf. The brand is officially bringing its autonomous-driving prototype, which features the Piloted Drive 1.0 out onto highways and city/urban roads. Nissan says that …
KTM to implement new Automatic Fare Collection, to be integrated to LRT, MRT and Monorail systems
Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTMB), has announced a new fare collection system, which will be implemented across all public rail transportation lines. The Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system will allow commuters to ride …
Scion iA sedan and iM hatch customised for SEMA
Present at SEMA will be a pair of customised Scion iA sedans and Scion iM hatchbacks. Interestingly, this yellow tricked-out iA you see here was thought up by chef and Fresh Off …
Renault-Nissan Alliance, official EV provider for COP21
In conjunction with the United Nation’s 21st annual Conference of Parties (COP21) climate conference in Paris, the Renault-Nissan Alliance will be providing some 200 electric vehicles to ferry its participants. Over 20,000 …
Honda considering pick-up truck to rival Toyota Hilux
We might see a new small pick-up truck from Honda soon, to rival Toyota's long-dominant Hilux. A Honda executive recently disclosed the brand’s intention, describing the pick-up truck market as “attractive,” reported …
KTM Komuter fares may increase to cover operating costs, decrease waiting times, pending approval
Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) is mulling over increasing Komuter fares from 11 sen per km to 15 sen per km, sources told The Star in its report. Apparently, the increase is …
Mitsubishi Pajero future uncertain – weight and fuel economy issues plaguing the iconic SUV
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) president and COO, Tetsuro Aikawa said that the Mitsubishi Pajero will continue on in its current guise, as it sets to weather an uncertain future, CarAdvice reports. According …
Megascience 3.0 Roadmap – autonomous technology to be part of Malaysian automotive industry’s future
A programme to reshape the Malaysian automotive industry is slated for a roll out by June 2016. The Megascience 3.0 Roadmap 2020-2050 was announced by the president of the Malaysia Automotive Institute …
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 with mild hybrid coming 2016?
A previous report stated that come January 2016, a hint of the next-generation Golf will be revealed in the form of an electric concept called “Gen E.” Insiders, however, are now predicting …
Free bus service in PJ area getting thumbs up – MBPJ
Since it started in May 14 last year, the free bus service provided by the Petaling Jaya Municipal Council (MBPJ) is receiving positive response, The Malay Mail reports. In addition, a survey …
Volkswagen says number one spot no longer a priority
Volkswagen says that it is shifting its priority from being the top automaker by 2018, to regaining customer trust and confidence instead, CarAdvice reports. It comes as no surprise that the decision …
Ford Focus ST and Fiesta ST custom mods for SEMA
The Blue Oval is really going all out for SEMA, giving tuners a free-hand to showcase their work. With eight custom Ford Mustangs to be exhibited at the show, Ford has announced …
Tokyo 2015: Datsun GO-Cross Concept unveiled
Following a glimpse of its front headlamps, unveiled at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show is the Datsun GO-Cross Concept. The company says that the concept showcases the brand’s vision for possible expansion …
Toyota 86 facelift to be a major revamp, more power
This year marks the fifth year since the Toyota 86 was introduced to the world. Its chief engineer, Tetsuya Tada said that the facelift of the two-door coupe will be “coming soon,” …
Toyota Yaris hot hatch model considered – report
Toyota does not have a high performance hot hatch in its product range. That, however, might change soon as Tetsuya Tada, chief engineer of Toyota, is considering a performance variant of the …
Next Mazda BT-50 to be tougher, may be Hilux-based
Mazda is saying that the next-gen BT-50 will be tougher, despite not yet having a clear direction of the future of its pick-up truck, Drive reports. The Mazda BT-50 received a minor …
At least 20% of East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) needs attention – certain stretches identified as “critical”
Some 20% of the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) requires attention, especially near road structures and bridges, Works Minister Datuk Fadillah Yusoff has said in The Star report. Following the first assessment, …
Kia Forte Koup Mud Bogger transformed for SEMA
Heading to SEMA this year is a jacked-up Kia Forte Koup, the US-market version of the Kia Cerato Koup. Called the Kia Forte Koup Mud Bogger, it’s one of the six customisations …
Tokyo 2015: Yamaha Sports Ride Concept unveiled
Teased earlier prior to its debut, Yamaha has unveiled its little sports car, billed the Yamaha Sports Ride Concept at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. The frame is built with the iStream …
