Toyota Supra “won’t be cheap” – R&D chief Killmann
The much-awaited Toyota Supra was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in racing form as the GR Supra Racing Concept, which also meant that a road-going, production version has yet to be …
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PT TALKS: BMW M2 Competition finally a real M car? Nissan Serena, 7 or 8 seats? Taxi rules for Grab?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24fMAfYxdJ0 Hey folks, here at paultan.org. we're delving into a new video segment, where we talk about the hottest auto-related topics of the moment. In our inaugural PT Talks video, Hafriz Shah …
Dieselgate continues with Porsche, Audi office raids
The diesel emissions scandal has yet to turn a new chapter, as it appears that Porsche and Audi facilities have been raided by German prosecutors as part of ongoing investigations relating to …
Memminger Roadster 2.7 – 210 hp, mid-engined Beetle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDdA05p0DsE Fans of the current-generation Volkswagen Beetle may have greeted news of its discontinuation with sadness, though purists may say that with the much-earlier departure of the air-cooled, rear-engined Beetle, it had …
Uber still believes in autonomous vehicles – report
Ride-sharing company Uber believes that the prospects for autonomous vehicles are still positive despite a high-profile fatality involving one of its self-driving vehicles in Arizona, United States last month, according to a …
Grab, MDEC sign MoU for Malaysia City Brain Initiative – develop more efficient management of city traffic
Ride-sharing platform Grab has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Malaysian Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) for the development of the Malaysian City Brain initiative. The initiative was first announced in January …
Volkswagen Group – Matthias Muller steps down as CEO and chairman, to be replaced by Herbert Diess
The Volkswagen Group has confirmed that it will extensively revise its management structure. This is to "systematically (continue) to transform its business and establishing even more efficient Group management in a phase …
Petronas launches ‘Stay Alert, Stay Hydrated’ campaign, coffee and water combo until year-end
Petronas has launched the 'Stay Alert, Stay Hydrated' campaign in conjunction with the Road Safety Department (JKJR) and Nestle, which will run throughout the year until December 31, 2018. The national petroleum …
VIDEO: Nissan brings together its newest and first EVs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CSILrt2ZC0 Before the Nissan Leaf, there was the Tama electric vehicle prototype in 1947 developed by the Tachikawa Aircraft Company. This was the forerunner to Prince Motors, which would later on become …
VIDEO: Kawasaki Versys-X 250 reviewed – RM24k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfiYd0_CDMg The Kawasaki Versys-X 250 made its debut last year, bringing a dual-sport flavour into the popular 250 cc segment with its 249 cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine. Thus equipped, the junior Versys …
Michelin LTX Force and BFGoodrich T/A KO2 – all-terrain tyres for SUVs and pick-ups; from RM550
Whether for utility or lifestyle, sport utility vehicles and pick-up trucks continue to grow in popularity. Given that tyres are the only contact points between a vehicle and the road, these black …
Royal Enfield Himalayan now open for bookings in Malaysia; launch in May, estimated RM38k-RM40k
The adventure bike market in Malaysia is set for a new arrival this year, courtesy of Royal Enfield. News has come in from the marque's new exclusive distributor, RE Motorcycles, that the …
Continental ContiConnect digital tyre monitoring platform makes world debut in Malaysia
Automotive components supplier Continental has held the global launch for its ContiConnect digital tyre monitoring platform with a unique tyre sensor in Malaysia - our country was the venue of choice as …
Modern LED headlamps too bright for safety – RAC
Modern car headlamps can be too bright and can dazzle other road users as a result, according to RAC, an automotive body in the United Kingdom, as reported by The Telegraph. The …
SPYSHOTS: Lamborghini Aventador SV Jota – 800 hp?
Here are spy images of the latest, hottest Lamborghini tipped to emerge soon - the Aventador SV Jota. As the name implies, this forthcoming model will build upon the capabilities of the …
SPYSHOTS: Next BMW X5 M – details seen up close
Here's another sighting of the next-generation BMW X5 M as it runs its tests, this time with more detail closer up with the vehicle. As with the latest longitudinally-engined BMWs to debut, …
Formula 4 SEA season finale in Malaysia – April 13-15
The 2017-2018 season of the Formula 4 SEA championship will culminate in a finale at the Sepang International Circuit from April 13-15 this year, with Petron Malaysia as the official fuel and …
SPIED: Audi S6 Avant spotted again; 2.9L biturbo V6?
The 2019-model year Audi S6 Avant has been spotted again, and this time around as previously it is running cold-weather trials. The tell-tale 'S' model visual cues are present mostly, though the …
VIDEO: BMW M5 family, featuring E60, E39 cameos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=62&v=LibxaWiXOc4 The F90 M5 is BMW's hottest performance model of the moment, and here in this video the latest super-sedan is depicted in a household where Mother is making her way home …
Public transport now more efficient and reliable – PM
The land public transport system in Malaysia is now more efficient, modern and reliable than it was under the administration of previous prime ministers, said current PM Najib Tun Razak according to …
