Chevrolet Trailblazer facelift launched in Bangkok
Unveiled to the world in Brazil in May, the facelifted Chevrolet Trailblazer has made its ASEAN debut at the BIG Motor Sale 2016 in Bangkok. The big seven-seater pick-up-based SUV goes on …
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VIDEO: 2016 Proton Persona teased again in new film
Proton has released a new video featuring the upcoming 2016 Proton Persona. Part of the company's Safety 360 series, it drives home the car's passive safety performance ahead of its launch tomorrow. …
SPYSHOTS: Mercedes-AMG E63 Black Series wagon
The Mercedes-AMG E 63 hasn't even been unveiled yet, and already the boys at Affalterbach are working on a more potent version of the super exec. Our European spy photographers have caught …
Uber and other ride-sharing services to be taxed in Massachusetts, money to go to taxi industry – report
It's not just us, apparently – many countries around the world have been working on the recent problem of bridging the divide between newfangled ride-sharing services like Uber and the traditional taxi …
Taxi drivers should get APs, duty exemptions to buy cheaper and better taxis, says drivers’ association
The Malaysia Taxi Drivers' Coalition has asked the Land Public Transport Commission (SPAD) to persuade the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) to provide taxi drivers and operators with approved permits …
Proton Perdana 2.0L prize for Malaysian Olympic gold
DRB-Hicom has promised free cars for Malaysian medallists at the 2016 Rio Olympics, with the local conglomerate dangling the carrot of a new Proton Perdana 2.0L for those who score a gold …
Proton Iriz rally car teased: replaces Satria Neo S2000?
A fairly innocuous teaser of a rally car, posted on the Facebook page of motorsports photography outfit Chicane Media, turned out not to be innocuous at all – it's a new rally …
Renault Fluence Formula Edition launched – RM127k
Official Renault distributor TC Euro Cars has unveiled a new limited edition of the Fluence sedan. Called the Renault Fluence Formula Edition, the new variant commemorates Renault's return to Formula One as …
SPYSHOTS: Lexus LS – next-gen luxury sedan spotted
This blobby mess of a thing is the next-generation Lexus LS, caught by our spy photographers. The upcoming version of the flagship luxury sedan replaces the current fourth-gen model that has been …
BMW Malaysia announces promo prices for 3 Series, 5 Series, 2 Series AT/GT and X6 – up to RM70k off
BMW Malaysia has announced new promotional pricing in conjunction with its Merdeka sales campaign up to the end of September, with (sometimes steep) discounts on the 3 Series, 5 Series, 2 Series …
Lotus to become profitable this fiscal year, says CEO
Just two years after taking the reins at Hethel, Lotus CEO Jean-Marc Gales has made the bold claim that the small, Proton-owned British sports car maker will turn a profit as soon …
Taxi drivers hit out at new SPAD reform plan – say local cars will be abandoned if all models can be taxis
Despite promising sweeping changes to the taxi and ride-sharing industry, the Land Public Transport Commission's (SPAD)'s cabinet-approved Taxi Industry Transformation Programme (TITP) has been met by a lukewarm response from taxi drivers …
SPIED: B8 Volkswagen Passat in M’sia, incl interior
Yet again, the B8 Volkswagen Passat has been spotted in Malaysia. Reader Saufi Che Wan sent us photos of the Euro D-segment sedan parked at the East Coast Mall in Kuantan, including …
Nissan NP300 Navara – UK adds Euro 6 engine, AEB
Having just gone on sale last year, the Nissan NP300 Navara has already received a few new upgrades, including a cleaner engine and added safety features. Well, in the United Kingdom at …
MAI Intelligent Technology Systems – engineering and simulation equipment for automotive companies
The Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) has launched its new automotive technology centre, MAI Intelligent Technology Systems (MITS), at its headquarters in Cyberjaya today. The facility is aimed at boosting product design capabilities …
Chevrolet Merdeka promo – rebates of up to RM20,000; 7-in AVN, rear monitor, reverse cam on Cruze, Orlando
Click to enlarge Official Chevrolet distributor Naza Quest has launched its Malaysia Day Drive-Away Deal campaign – until September 30, buyers can expect rebates and added kit on the Cruze sedan, Orlando …
2017 Honda Civic Hatchback – first photos released!
Here's a real surprise – Honda has released the first official photos of the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback ahead of its arrival in showrooms across the United States, slated for this autumn. …
Proton can be a “competitive global player” – Madani
Ahead of the launch of the new 2016 Proton Persona in a week's time, Malaysia Automotive Institute (MAI) CEO Madani Sahari has released a statement regarding his outlook on the national carmaker's …
2016 Proton Persona now open for booking – three-year free service package offered until September 30
Proton has announced that the new 2016 Proton Persona is now open for booking ahead of its launch on August 23, just a week away. What's more, the national carmaker is offering …
DRIVEN: 2016 Proton Persona first impressions review – improved CVT response and NVH levels
So here we are again – and this time it has to work. After the opening salvo that was the Proton Perdana, it’s now up to the two upcoming cars, the Persona …
