Next-gen McLaren Super Series to feature drift mode
Adding a drift mode to a performance-oriented vehicle seems to be the in thing at the moment, with the new Ford Focus RS and Mercedes-AMG E 63 S each gaining a specific …
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Mercedes-AMG E63 Estate unveiled – 612 hp wagon
Clearly, Mercedes-Benz just cannot let BMW have all the limelight. Just a day after Munich unveiled the 5 Series Touring, Stuttgart rained all over its wagon parade with the new Mercedes-AMG E …
Honda City facelift now open for booking in Malaysia – standard keyless entry, push-button start, VSA
Just weeks after the car's debut in Thailand and its sighting over here, Honda Malaysia has opened the order books for the facelifted Honda City starting today – the B-segment sedan receives …
B10 biodiesel in Malaysia – separating fact from fiction
Ever since the nationwide introduction of B10 biodiesel was first mooted back in 2015, there's been a lot of conjecture regarding the fuel's suitability for Malaysia's diesel-powered vehicles. So far, a number …
Penangites urged to buckle up at the back – report
It appears that nine years since it became mandatory for rear passengers to wear seat belts, Penangites still refuse to buckle up at the back, according to a report by The Sun. …
Bernie Ecclestone ousted from F1 after takeover
It has been confirmed that Bernie Ecclestone will no longer be chief executive of Formula One. The stunning news comes following an official announcement that the sport has been taken over by …
Alfa Romeo Stelvio First Edition – standard car shown
In a repeat of the Giulia's reveal, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV has been revealed in standard guise two months after the unveiling of the all-singing, all-dancing 510 hp Quadrifoglio model in …
Petronas Coffee Break returns – free coffee, snacks; complimentary 20-point inspection for Proton vehicles
Another year, another Petronas Coffee Break – the national petroleum company's road safety initiative returns for the 18th year this Chinese New Year, encouraging drivers travelling back to their hometowns to take …
Stop spreading Mercedes-Benz plate number from lorry driver assault incident, urges police – report
The police want the public to stop spreading the registration number of a Mercedes-Benz – linked to an assault on a lorry driver on Saturday, a video of which went viral – …
Taxis to be exempted from Singapore RRC – report
Taxi drivers in Malaysia can breathe a collective sigh of relief, as Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) has confirmed that the republic will exempt foreign-registered taxis from the new Reciprocal Road Charge …
Toyota Vios facelift teased, to be unveiled later today
Toyota Motor Thailand has released a new teaser for the facelifted Toyota Vios – the B-segment sedan, having received a new engine and transmission just last year, is set to be given …
Petron M’sia becomes Formula 4 SEA finale sponsor
Petron Malaysia has been selected as the official fuel and engine oil sponsor of the final round of the Formula 4 South East Asia (F4/SEA) Championship, taking place at the Sepang International …
Perodua Concept X – showcasing design capabilities
At the MYPerodua Nation Carnival, Perodua is presenting a scale model that showcases a new bespoke design from the national carmaker. Called the Concept X, the car is not specifically meant to …
Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE, Advance get standard GearUp kit
The Perodua Myvi 1.5 SE and Advance have now been upgraded for the 2017 model year with standard-fit GearUp front and rear skirting at no extra charge. The full aerokit, which also …
Vehicle sales performance in Malaysia, 2016 vs 2015 – a look at last year’s biggest winners and losers
Right, it's time for our annual full-year vehicle sales performance report. The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has finally released complete sales data for 2016, and as expected, higher prices as a result …
50% fare discount on LRT, Monorail could be expanded
The 50% fare discount for commuters riding on LRT, Monorail and BRT services between 6am and 7am could be expanded to other periods of the day, according to The Sun. Rapid Rail …
Johor taxi drivers want exemption from S’pore RRC
Taxi drivers in Johor are urging Singapore to grant them an exemption from the Reciprocal Road Charge (RRC), according to The Star. The S$6.40 (RM20) fee, which matches Malaysia's Road Charge (RC) …
VIDEO: ASEAN NCAP latest crash tests – eight cars tested, five-star safety ratings for five cars
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4RQwgcCuSI Over a month after it first published its latest crash test results, ASEAN NCAP has released the videos of the eight vehicles it tested, with five of them scoring five-star safety …
BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Edition – 3.9 l/100 km
Buyers looking for the most fuel-efficient, non-electrified version of the new G30 BMW 5 Series will soon have a new option, with the 520d EfficientDynamics Edition. The super-frugal diesel variant, which will …
BMW updates model lineup for 2017 – digital gauges for 3 Series, autonomous driving features for 7 Series
Aside from facelifting the 4 Series, BMW has also announced a series of updates to its model lineup and connectivity services for the 2017 model year, which will go into production beginning …
