2024 Xpeng G6 scores five-star Euro NCAP rating
The European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) has released its findings for the Xpeng G6 electric SUV, which has scored the full five-star rating in its assessment. The Xpeng G6 was …
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2024 Mercedes-Benz C350e PHEV video review – does the W206 plug-in hybrid bring the best of ICE and EV?
https://youtu.be/MzOIl_GqqTg The Mercedes-Benz C350e AMG Line plug-in hybrid arrived in Malaysia in February this year, with official pricing of RM338,888 on-the-road without insurance announced in May. Badged the C300e in other markets, …
Geely EX5 debuts in Europe – Proton eMas 7 twin to be launched in Thailand, Indonesia, Australia soon
The Geely EX5 has made its debut in Frankfurt, Germany as the Chinese manufacturer's electric SUV model for global markets, which was launched in China last month as the Geely Galaxy E5, …
Malaysian fuel prices September 2024 week three – 15 sen drop; diesel to RM3.01/litre, RON97 to RM3.25/litre
It is Wednesday, which means it is once again time for the weekly fuel price update in Malaysia, and the ministry of finance has announced the retail prices of fuels for the …
JPJ recalls – Toyota 24,345 units, Mercedes 10,978 units; Honda bikes 205 units, Suzuki bikes 345 units
The road transport department (JPJ) of Malaysia has issued its latest list of product recalls from several automotive brands in Malaysia, and the latest list involves Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, as well as motorcycle …
Selangor state government using Jetpatcher machine for road repair; just 15 minutes required per pothole
The Selangor state government aims to make pothole repairs a more expedited process with a new Jetpatcher machine, which has been acquired from the United Kingdom, reported Selangor Journal. The RM1 million …
Sarawak to receive first two autonomous rapid transit (ART) hydrogen trackless trams by end of year
The first two hydrogen-powered, autonomous rapid transit (ART) trackless trams for the Kuching public transportation system are due to arrive in the East Malaysian city from China by the end of this …
2025 Suzuki Swift Sport to get 1.4T four-cylinder mild-hybrid; 150 PS/240 Nm, 6sp manual and auto, 960 kg
2024 Suzuki Swift Concept With the Suzuki Swift now on sale in its native Japan after emerging in October last year
Japan government to offer up to RM10.48 billion in EV battery subsidies to Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, Mazda
Japan has pledged up to US$2.4 billion (RM10.48 billion) in subsidies for electric vehicle battery production, reported Reuters. The financial support pledged will be for 12 projects for storage batteries or for …
Jaguar Land Rover to launch Tata platform-based models next year; built in India, likely to be pure-ICE
A new Jaguar Land Rover model is to be built on a new platform developed by the British brands' parent firm Tata, and this model will be launched next year, reported Autocar. …
Malaysian government considering amending laws to support development of autonomous vehicles
The Malaysian government is considering amending laws to support the digitalisation and development of autonomous vehicles, New Straits Times reported. "We need to take steps to see the future because maybe now …
Scout brand to unveil new EV models next month
Returning brand Scout will be unveiling its new range of models next month, on October 24, Autocar has reported, and the upcoming vehicles will be battery-electric rivals to the likes of the …
Lower highway toll rates possible if construction costs are controlled, leakages prevented – PM Anwar
Lower highway toll rates are possible if development costs of highways are managed well and are free of corruption, prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has said, reported New Straits Times. "I …
BMW production fuel-cell EV to be launched in 2028; fuel-cell powertrain to be jointly developed with Toyota
BMW and Toyota have jointly announced that the two carmakers are cooperating for the German manufacturer to roll out a series-production hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle in 2028. "This is a milestone in automotive …
2024 Volvo C40 Recharge in Malaysia with RM43k in options; larger wheels, side steps, digital mirror
Accessories are a popular way of personalising a vehicle to suit individual preferences, and this applies to EVs such as the 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge that is on display at the Sime …
Denza D9 electric MPV coming to Malaysia Q1, 2025 – BYD confirms introduction of new sub-brand
Chinese manufacturer BYD is set to launch a new brand in the Malaysian market next year, and this will be Denza, according to BYD Malaysia MD Eagle Zhao. Revealing this at today's …
Tesla to release Full Self Driving in Europe, China from Q1 2025; in RHD markets from late Q1, early Q2 2025
Tesla has announced via its Tesla AI X/Twitter account that its Full Self Driving driving assistance suite is set for release in Europe and China in the first quarter of next year …
Mercedes-Benz to invest RM8.67 billion with local partners in China for MPV, long-wheelbase CLA, GLE
Mercedes-Benz Concept CLA The Mercedes-Benz Group announced its plans to invest over US$2 billion (RM8.67 billion) with local Chinese partners for the expansion of its product line-up in China, reported Car News …
Tesla Model Y six-seater version planned; production to start from late-2025 in Shanghai, China
2024 Tesla Model Y Performance in Malaysia Tesla has plans to produce a six-seater version of the Model Y electric crossover, Reuters has reported, citing sources who said that the electric vehicle …
