G05 BMW X5 xDrive45e: RM470k est, May/June launch
Earlier this week, we reported that it looks like the G05 BMW X5 xDrive45e is on its way in to Malaysia, what with sales pitches already being seen on social media for …
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Volkswagen lays off 1,500 staff at Tennessee, US plant
Following news from the US that Honda and Nissan has furloughed thousands of employees, it's now the turn of Volkswagen to lay off workers at its US assembly plant in Tennessee. According …
Mercedes-Benz answers Audi’s Four Rings Challenge
As the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic continues, Audi recently asked its fans and followers around the world to get creative and submit artworks that represent the brand’s famous four rings. Called …
Lotus mulling bespoke programmes for carmakers; revered Handling by Lotus badge to return soon?
British marque Lotus has long been known for its lightweight sports cars, but it has also done work for other automakers through Lotus Engineering, its consultancy division. This places the carmaker in …
MCO violators must pay within 2 weeks, or go to court
Violators of the movement control order (MCO) who have been slapped with a RM1,000 fine must pay up in two weeks or risk being hauled to court, senior minister Datuk Seri Ismail …
Automatic headlamps are now mandatory in Japan
According to a report by Driving Vision News, automakers must equip all new vehicles sold in Japan with automatic headlamps, making it likely the first country in the world with such a …
Proton making face shields for frontliners facing Covid
Proton has joined a growing effort to supply our medical frontliners with protective equipment that's vital in the fight against Covid-19. Following the loan of 50 units of the Proton X70 to …
Synthetic fuel a possible alternative to EVs – McLaren
McLaren has revealed that it will proceed with the creation of a development vehicle that runs on synthetic fuel, serving as proof that the technology is a valid alternative to battery-electric vehicles. …
MCO: Public compliance at 97%, fewer arrests – JPJ personnel to assist police in manning roadblocks
Public compliance to the ongoing movement control order (MCO) remains high at 97%, and there were fewer arrests made yesterday for MCO violations, senior minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob revealed at …
Nissan faces Covid cash crunch, requests $4.6b credit
The coronavirus has put most of the world in lockdown, and businesses are suffering as a result. Carmakers are among the hardest hit, and even the biggest ones are feeling the financial …
Changan Uni-T – 180 hp/300 Nm 1.5 litre turbo, FWD and AWD, Level 3 self-driving; from RM73k in China
Chinese manufacturer ChangAn has released pricing for its new crossover, the Uni-T, which will be priced from 120,000 yuan to 150,000 yuan (RM73,710 to RM92,138) for two variants in China when it …
GoCar, Shell offering free Nissan Almera rentals, free fuel to healthcare frontliners until MCO lifts on April 14
As the battle against the coronavirus pandemic rages on, healthcare workers on the front lines are doing the thankless job of keeping us safe and healthy, whilst also exposing themselves to the …
If Proton Saga, Juara & Perodua Kancil were race cars
Four weeks is admittedly an unusually long time to be cooped up at home. It's akin to being on house arrest, but with the occasional privilege of stepping out to replenish essentials, …
2020 Formula 1 season likely to start in Europe from July, closed races being considered – Ross Brawn
With the Covid-19 pandemic still present all over the globe, Ross Brawn has indicated that the 2020 Formula 1 season will likely start in Europe from July. Brawn, who is Formula 1’s …
Indonesia car sales expected to drop by 50% in 2020
There's no doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic is having a profound impact on the world about us, and not just from a health perspective. There's also what it is doing to economies, …
Geely Binyue Pro goes on sale in China April 15 – 1.5 litre 177 hp/255 Nm three-cylinder, seven-speed DCT
The Geely Binyue Pro has been revealed in pictures on the CarNewsChina Facebook page, which shows the latest B-segment crossover from the Chines automaker to be dressed in sportier-looking bodywork. The Geely …
Kia Grand Carnival LX Flexi shown by dealers in Malaysia – 11-seat version of MPV launching soon?
The Kia Grand Carnival is currently available in Malaysia with an eight-seat configuration, but it looks like an 11-seat version will be introduced soon, according to postings by dealers on social media. …
Ferrari to offer voluntary Covid-19 tests for employees and their families as it aims to reopen next week
Ferrari is raring to go back to making cars and will pilot a project to conduct voluntary screening of employees and their families for the novel coronavirus. The target is to reopen …
2021 Lexus LC gets suspension tweaks, 10 kg lighter
The Lexus LC is one of our favourite cars, offering a compelling blend of exotic looks, intoxicating V8 noises and performance and finely tuned dynamics. However, that hasn't stopped Toyota's luxury division …
Renault electric SUV to be Captur-sized, 600 km range; Morphoz concept design language, spring 2021 debut
Renault's forthcoming EV crossover will feature design language used on the Morphoz concept Renault is planning a Paris Motor Show debut for its forthcoming fully electric SUV, which the French manufacturer is …
