SPYSHOTS: Mid-engined Corvette spotted testing
Here it is, the much-rumoured, mid-engined Corvette that is set to arrive after the current C7-generation model lifecycle. Prior to this, the latest Corvette test mule to emerge in images was the …
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SPYSHOTS: Next-gen Porsche Cayenne, undisguised
The next-generation Porsche Cayenne is nearing its official debut, judging by its latest state of disguise, or rather, lack of it. The upcoming Leipzig-built SUV adopts more of the current design language …
Toyota partners Thai uni for EV sharing in Bangkok
Toyota has announced that its manufacturing and distribution subsidiary in Thailand will be partnering with Chulalongkorn University to implement Ha:mo, a vehicle sharing scheme which uses ultra-compact electric vehicles (EVs) within the …
Tesla Model 3 – 63,000 orders cancelled, still OK: CEO
Approximately 63,000 would-be buyers have cancelled their orders for the Tesla Model 3, company CEO Elon Musk revealed during a quarterly earnings report, according to Fortune. This sees the order total fall …
Uber car subject to recall caught fire in S’pore – report
Ride-sharing company Uber has often been in the news for various reasons, though in Malaysia recent amendments have been made to legislation in order to regulate and legalise ride-sharing in the country, …
Toyota Mobility Foundation to support five-year research for hydrogen energy
Established in 2014, the Toyota Mobility Foundation was setup to support mobility systems while eliminating disparities in mobility. To that end, the foundation has launched a research program to drive development of …
Toyota stands by natural aspiration for its engines – Dynamic Force for V6 and V8 mills are in the works
Like just about everyone else in the automotive industry today, the Japanese giant is working on engine technology towards gaining fuel efficiency, reducing emissions and increase performance all at once. Unlike most …
FIRST LOOK: Lexus LC 500 walk-around – RM940k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThFNdfJCzwM&rel=0 With its official launch last week, we can now bring you a video walk-around of the new, almost concept car-like Lexus LC 500, which arrived in Malaysia with a cool RM940,000 …
Shell Malaysia launches Costa Coffee in Shell Select stores; to reach 200 locations within 12 months
Shell continues to augment its Shell Select retail operations in Malaysia, which originated from the 'Welcome to Shell' reinvention programme. In addition to Krispy Kreme, Boost Juice, and deli2go outlets which are …
Mobile number set up for RapidKL commuter feedback
A mobile number has been set up by RapidKL for commuters who use the LRT, MRT and monorail services in order to curb instances of vandalism and other wrongdoing, according to a …
Range Rover Velar gains Urban Automotive makeover
Lumma Design has offered its wide-body take on the Range Rover Velar, and now, here's a different approach. The Velar receives an aesthetics makeover courtesy of Urban Automotive, which has given the …
Bentley Flying Spur V8 S goes dark with Black Edition
A Black Edition it may be, but being a Bentley, this particular edition of the Flying Spur V8 S comes with the Crewe manufacturer's full palette of colours, inside and out. The …
Proton-Geely Boyue SUV to go on sale by end of 2018
The first production model to emerge from the Proton-Geely cooperation, based on the Boyue SUV, is expected to enter markets by the end of 2018 or early 2019, according to minister of …
Malaysia and China auto parts makers sign trade deal
Malaysia-based Globaltec Formation has formed a partnership with Ningbo Auto Components Industry Association (Ningbo AIA) of China, in order to secure business collaborations in both countries, according to a Bernama report. The …
Next Suzuki Swift Sport leaked brochure shows details
Following the first (and so far only) official photo of the all-new Suzuki Swift Sport, more details have leaked online courtesy of a brochure sourced by Twitter user @Kaz3647M3. Here, the solitary …
Panasonic develops drowsiness detection technology
Drowsiness detection has already made its way into series production cars - the Volkswagen Passat and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, to name but two. Going a step further, Japanese electronics maker Panasonic has …
Renault-Nissan sold more cars than VW Group in H1
The Renault-Nissan alliance posted a half-year sales figure of 5,268,079 units made up of its Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Dacia, placing the group ahead of the Volkswagen Group for the first six …
Porsche confirms WEC LMP1 exit, to join Formula E
And so the rumours have been confirmed by Porsche - the reigning thrice-on-the-trot 24 Hours of Le Mans winners in the LMP1 class will be leaving the top endurance racing class in …
Porsche expected to leave WEC by end of year: report
The exodus continues, following Audi's departure from top-flight World Endurance Championship competition in the LMP1-Hybrid category at the end of last year; now, Porsche is expected to follow suit, with its departure …
SPIED: Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV at the Nurburgring
Goodwood's first, upcoming SUV has been spotted running trials again, this time at the fabled Nurburgring Nordschleife for chassis development. Here, it appears that the Cullinan's state of disguise remains largely the …
