Petron M’sia extends partnership with Formula 4 SEA
Petron Malaysia has announced that it has renewed its commitment with Formula 4 Southeast Asia (F4 SEA), returning as the official fuel and engine oil partner for the 2018 season. The oil …
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Isuzu D-Max X-Series – limited edition, from RM120k
Isuzu Malaysia has launched the new D-Max X-Series, a limited edition model that adds a sportier look and extra kit for the long-serving pick-up truck, and brings back a name last used …
VIDEO: We take on the Proton 1-Tank Adventure – Ipoh and back, 600 km, 18.3 km per litre in a Saga 1.3 CVT!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCt_HDkqO7g We've all heard people say this before – Proton cars are not fuel efficient. But is that really a fact, or just a misplaced myth? The national carmaker is seeking to …
VIDEO: Ford offering savings of up to RM113,000
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bufe64jGR5A The zero rating of the goods and services tax (GST) has brought substantial savings for car buyers during this tax holiday period, and the latest company to join the fray is …
V177 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan finally unveiled
Mercedes-Benz has finally revealed the standard V177 A-Class Sedan, three months after the company debuted the long-wheelbase Z177 for China. As you'd expect, it's exactly like the W177 hatchback, albeit with a …
Former FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne dies aged 66
Former chief executive officer of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Sergio Marchionne, has died. The Italian-Canadian executive's passing was confirmed today by Exor, the holding company of Fiat's founding Agnelli family. He was …
Perak gov’t ready to give Proton more land in Tg Malim
The Perak state government is said to be willing to provide Proton more land around the national carmaker's Tanjung Malim plant in order for it to expand its business. According to Bernama, …
SPYSHOTS: 2020 Subaru Legacy now with less camo
The current sixth-generation Subaru Legacy has been around since 2014, and four years on it seems it's time for a new one. That's because our spy photographers have already caught the next …
DFSK Glory 580 launched in Indonesia, RM69k-RM86k
Another Chinese carmaker makes an assault on the Southeast Asia market, and this time it's Dongfeng. Under the Dongfeng Sokon (DFSK) brand, the company has introduced the Glory 580, a seven-seater SUV …
Mitsubishi Mirage to be sportier, next gen due in 2019
Mitsubishi may be going all out to cash in on the crossover craze, but it appears there's still a bit of a racy streak left in it. The company reimagined its beloved …
Sabah wants to build Toyota, Nissan plants – report
The Sabah state government aims to forge a collaboration with investors to build automotive production and assembly plants there, according to a Bernama report. Assistant finance minister for Sabah Sarifuddin Hata said …
Marchionne out of FCA and Ferrari due to ailing health
The Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) group has announced that due to his deteriorating health, Sergio Marchionne has resigned from his post as chief executive officer. The Italian-Canadian executive was due to retire …
Lynk & Co 03 sedan – first official “spyshots” revealed
Aspiring upstart brand Lynk & Co has released the first official "spyshots" of the 03 sedan, the company's third model after the 01 and 02 crossovers, as seen on Autocar. The car …
Geely BMA B-segment platform revealed, first SUV coming 2H 2018 – architecture for Proton models?
Geely has released details of a new platform for its entry-level models. Imaginatively called the B-segment Modular Architecture (BMA), it's the Chinese conglomerate's first independently developed modular platform, and follows the Compact …
LRT3: Initial RM10bil budget insufficient – Prasarana
The LRT3 project is currently in the midst of a massive cost-cutting programme, and over the weekend the project's operator Prasarana has released a statement saying that it was fully aware that …
SPIED: 2019 Toyota Supra – clearer view of interior
It's been two years since we've seen spyshots of the new Toyota Supra, and while the buildup to its eventual unveiling is still agonisingly long, the pieces are starting to fall together. …
Proton launches upgraded 3S centre in Shah Alam
Proton's wholesale refurbishment of its sales and service network continues with the launch of an upgraded 3S centre in Shah Alam. Operated by Rahman Brothers Automotive, the outlet also wears the new …
FIRST DRIVE: MINI Hatch facelift with 7-speed DCT
https://youtu.be/3By1vkMk-YM The facelifted MINI Hatch has just been launched in Malaysia, priced between RM226,888 and RM283,888, and doubtless many of you would like to find out how well it drives. That's just …
MINI Hatch facelift launched in Malaysia – Cooper S 3 Door and 5 Door, JCW 3 Door; RM227k to RM283k
Four years on from its debut, the third-generation MINI Hatch has been given a facelift, which has just been launched in Malaysia. As before, the fashionable supermini is available in two bodystyles, …
Taxi, ride-hailing commissions capped at 20%: report
It's been reported that the commission earned by taxi and ride-hailing companies has been capped at 20% of the total fare, following complaints that these services were charging drivers up to 25% …
