Mercedes-Benz EQS teased, prototype next to concept
Official "spyshots" of test prototypes are a thing now, and Mercedes-Benz has recently posted photos on Facebook of an EQS mule next to last year's concept. This confirms that not only is …
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Volvo sold 1,883 vehicles in Malaysia in 2019, up 36.1%; over 3,000 units exported to ASEAN and Taiwan
At its Chinese New Year media luncheon today, Volvo Car Malaysia announced that it had sold 1,883 vehicles in the country last year. A record for the Swedish brand, it represents a …
New Volvo PHEVs in M’sia get 8-year battery warranty
Along with announcing the impending launch of the locally-assembled S60 and facelifted S90, Volvo Car Malaysia also confirmed that all new plug-in hybrid models in the country will come with an eight-year …
Volvo S60 CKD, S90 facelift confirmed for M’sia in 2020
It's a week of Chinese New Year media luncheons, and Volvo Car Malaysia used its event to announce that it will be launching two new models this year, with the first being …
Perodua exports hit 2,825 units in 2019, up from 2,184
One of the factoids thrown out by Perodua during its 2019 full-year review was the total amount of export sales, and on that front the national carmaker announced that it sold 2,825 …
Perodua to minimise impact of new excise duty regulations, was not consulted beforehand – CEO
The new excise duty regulations recently imposed by the government have potentially major implications on the prices of completely knocked down (CKD) locally assembled vehicles. It's a hot topic right now – …
Perodua sold record 240,341 cars in 2019, 40% market share – Myvi remains bestseller, flat target for 2020
Perodua far exceeded its own expectations last year, as the national carmaker announced during its full-year review today that it sold a record 240,341 vehicles in 2019. That's a significant increase over …
BMW i8 production to end in April with no successor
Shed a tear for the BMW i8, which will bow out in 2020 after six years on the market. Autocar reports that production of the plug-in hybrid sports car will end in …
Proton aims to be #1 in five segments this year – CEO
On top of the many ambitious plans Proton laid out during its Chinese New Year media luncheon, its CEO Li Chunrong also announced that the national carmaker plans to top the sales …
Proton X50 SUV – 2020 launch confirmed, CKD straight
At its Chinese New Year media luncheon today, Proton CEO Li Chunrong announced that the national carmaker's second SUV is due to be launched this year. This smaller model, widely tipped to …
PLUS 18% toll reduction confirmed, commences Feb 1
The government has put down the terms of PLUS Malaysia's concession extension in writing, with the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) confirming that motorists will enjoy an 18% decrease in toll rates as …
paultan.org ACE 2020 at Setia City Convention Centre in end-March – get the best deals on your next car!
That's right! After the massive success we had with the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE), this year we're introducing a new sales-driven car expo for more affordable mainstream brands, called the …
TAS 2020: Daihatsu Taft Concept previews kei SUV
Adding to the unusually high number of new car reveals at the Tokyo Auto Salon was the Daihatsu Taft Concept, which previewed a crossover-style kei car due to be introduced in the …
G20 BMW 318i announced – 156 PS 2.0 litre four-pot
The G20 BMW 3 Series lineup is being expanded in 2020 with the introduction of the 318i. Offering a lower entry point to the petrol-powered range, it has been shorn of the …
Proton Iriz, Persona, Saga facelifts launched in Brunei
Last Friday, Proton launched its range of facelifted models, the Iriz, Persona and Saga, in Brunei – making the Borneo country the first export market for these cars. The market availability of …
Racing up Ulu Yam/Genting – why do we still do this?
Time and time again, we see incidents of sports car and supercar owners racing on the public highway. Often driving in large groups, these individuals travel at high speeds on roads frequented …
Perodua D55L SUV coming second half of 2020: report
Perodua's upcoming B-segment SUV, codenamed D55L, is one highly-anticipated product – and word on the vine is that the car is set for launch in the second half of the year, according …
TAS 2020: New Honda Jazz gets the Mugen treatment
One of the biggest debuts last year has got to be the new Honda Jazz, and as is customary, Mugen got first dibs on tuning the B-segment hatchback. Many have lamented the …
2020 Volkswagen Passat facelift launched in Malaysia – 2.0 TSI Elegance, new 7-speed wet DSG, RM189k
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has finally launched the facelifted Passat here in Malaysia. The updated D-segment sedan comes with a new look, a mildly refreshed interior and some added kit, with …
Kia Seltos debuts at Singapore Motor Show, Q2 launch
The Kia Seltos has made its regional debut at the 2020 Singapore Motor Show ahead of its launch. The B-segment crossover will join the similarly-sized Stonic in the country, making the island …
