Volvo V60 D5 Twin Engine Special Edition for Geneva
Set to debut at the 2015 Geneva show is the Volvo V60 D5 Twin Engine Special Edition, of which only 500 examples will be built before a 'regular' version hits the market …
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Infiniti QX30 concept unveiled at the Geneva show
The wraps have finally come off the Infiniti QX30 concept at the Geneva show, a shapely study previewing a premium compact crossover that's set to go into production next year. Expected to …
Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf available for Malaysia?
We somehow knew it wouldn't stay Middle East-only for long, but this comes as a very pleasant shocker. The British carmaker has announced a slew of countries that the Aston Martin Lagonda …
Thai auto exports up in January, domestic sales down
Thailand's automotive exports rose 14.09% year-on-year to 92,440 units in January, Bernama reports, citing increased exports to European, Australian as well as North, Central and South American markets. According to the Federation …
Proton Inspira, Satria Neo – discounts around RM8k!
More Proton discounts! After announcing rebates for the Iriz, Preve, Suprima S, Exora and Saga as part of its 'February 2015' deals, the national carmaker has announced the same for the Inspira …
RON 95 up 25 sen to RM1.95, RON 97 up 25 sen to RM2.25, diesel up 25 sen to RM1.95, per litre
The Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism ministry (KPDNKK) has announced that come tomorrow (March 1, 2015), RON 95 petrol will be priced at RM1.95 a litre (+25 sen), RON 97 petrol at …
General Motors to close Indonesian plant in June, stop Chevrolet Sonic production in Thailand
As part of a move to restructure its global operations, General Motors has announced its decision to shut its Bekasi, Indonesia plant by end-June, cutting about 500 jobs in the process, and …
Perodua donates Axia to National Kidney Foundation – win the car through the Spot & Ride contest
Perodua has contributed an Axia to the National Kidney Foundation in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of the 'World Kidney Day' celebrations. The public can win the car through Spot & Ride, …
2016 Toyota Innova leaked: all-new looks for next-gen
A solitary pic of what is allegedly the next-gen 2016 Toyota Innova has been posted by FlyWheel. Looking worlds apart from the MPV we're familiar with, the new Innova has taken on …
Use child seats in cars, don’t hold kids on lap: MIROS
Some of you may have read about an accident on the North-South Highway last week in which, sadly, a 20-month old toddler was flung out of a car and killed. It is …
App-based transport services affecting taxi drivers’ incomes – PERS1M submits memorandum to govt
The Malaysian Taxi Drivers' Transformation Association (PERS1M) has protested against mobile app-based transport services like Uber, GrabCar and Blacklane, claiming that Klang Valley taxi drivers' incomes have fallen by 50-70% due to …
Proton, Perodua to regain market share this year?
National carmakers Proton and Perodua are expected to recover lost market share this year and close the sales gap with foreign brands, if not even regain dominance, The Star cites research reports …
Proton revives deal with Goldstar to produce cars, engines in China – the end of Youngman-Lotus?
Proton has signed a three-way agreement with former partner Goldstar Heavy Industrial Co Ltd and authorities in Quanzhou, Fujian Province, China to produce cars and engines in that city, WantChinaTimes.com has reported, …
Acura’s version of the Honda HR-V to be called CDX?
We reported earlier this month that Acura was considering its own version of the Honda HR-V (Acura Concept SUV-X pictured). Now, according to AutoGuide, Honda has trademarked "CDX" with the US Patent …
Go Auto signs MoU with Aussie bus maker Bustech
Go Automobile Manufacturing (Go Auto) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bustech. The two companies will carry out feasibility studies - expected to be completed by end-May - with a …
New Mazda MX-5 could launch September, auto only
Yes, most of us are now back to work, but we have just the piece of news to cheer roadster fans up - the new Mazda MX-5 is expected to launch in …
Volkswagen factory in Thailand approved – report
Volkswagen has finally received the go-ahead from Thailand's government to build a manufacturing plant near Bangkok, Reuters reports. A VW spokesperson has told the news agency that the carmaker will now assess …
DRIVEN: W222 Mercedes-Benz S 500 Plug-in Hybrid
Man is a mind-bogglingly amazing being. He's only been on this planet in his current form for less than a quarter of a million years - that's like a minute compared to …
Audi Prologue Avant concept hints at CLS Brake rival
Remember the long, low and wide Audi Prologue concept coupe from the 2014 Los Angeles show? Well, now Audi has shown the projectile-like Avant version ahead of the 2015 Geneva show next …
Mazda CX-5 2.5 CKD, CX-5 facelift expected this year
Mazda Malaysia is clearly on a roll - not content with targeting to launch the CX-3, CKD Mazda 3 (including hatchback!) and the Mazda 6 facelift this year, it's also aiming to …
