Car-sharing users increasingly rent cars to eat, sleep
It seems that car-sharing users in Japan are renting cars to do a range other things other than driving them, such as taking a nap, practice singing, or even do facial stretches …
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FIRST DRIVE: 2019 B9 Audi A4 facelift sampled in Italy
https://youtu.be/z9KBkk2J5n8 With competing brands such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz flashing out fancy new technologies and design for the respective G20 3 Series and W205 C-Class facelift, Audi just can’t afford to stay …
Ghosn sues Nissan, Mitsubishi for RM69 million in damages for ‘grave mistakes’ in dismissal – report
It has been three months since former chairman of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance Carlos Ghosn addressed the public on video following his first arrest last year, and as many would have expected, Ghosn …
Volvo issues recall for 507,000 cars over fire risk
Volvo has announced a recall involving 507,000 vehicles worldwide due to a faulty engine component that, in extreme cases, could result in a fire, Automotive News Europe reports. In its own investigations, …
G29 BMW Z4 sDrive30i launched in Malaysia – RM480k
Following its first appearance here in March during the launch of the G20 3 Series, and then subsequently as a showcase display at Sepang during the BMW M Track Day in June, …
2019 Nissan Leaf launched in Malaysia – from RM189k
The second-generation Nissan Leaf has made its launch debut in Malaysia, several months after the electric vehicle was presented at last year’s Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show (KLIMS). Arriving as a fully-imported …
2020 Audi SQ7 TDI debuts – 4.0L V8, 435 hp, 900 Nm!
The newly facelifted Audi Q7 has just been joined by the hot new SQ7 TDI, one which shares the same 4.0 litre biturbo V8 diesel engine as the SQ8. The engine makes …
Toyota partners CATL for electric vehicle batteries
Toyota has agreed to partner Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) for the development and supply of the Japanese automaker giant's forthcoming electrified vehicles. The Japanese automaker giant added that both parties …
Mazda to CKD CX-5 2.5L Turbo, CX-8, CX-30 – report
Bermaz Auto, the official distributor for Mazda cars in Malaysia, is set to introduce the CX-8, updated CX-5 turbo, and the CX-30. According to a report by The Edge, all three SUVs …
Seek alternative ride-hailing providers if fares increase
Consumers faced with fare increases from any ride-hailing provider have a choice of picking other similar services offering cheaper fares, according to transport minister Anthony Loke. He said that with 31 ride-hailing …
Suzuki set to return to Malaysia, under Berjaya – report
You might be able to get your hands on a new fourth-gen Suzuki Jimny in the near future, and through official channels at that, if what being indicated by a news report …
Renault Subscription now open to the public in M’sia – Captur and Koleos available; from RM1,299 a month
Renault distributor TC Euro Cars has begun offering its car subscription service (Renault Subscription) to the public, following a pilot phase that was introduced back in May exclusively for Tan Chong Motor …
SPIED: Audi A3, S3 Sedan – better looking, roomier?
The upcoming Audi A3 looks set to make its world premiere soon, judging by the way the camouflaged A3 and S3 sedans look in this prototype form. Spotted in southern Europe, the …
Ferrari to diversify, expand model variety and line-up
Ferrari says it is set to expand its product line-up by diversifying the types of models it will offer, and this will not just be limited to its new SUV, which is …
BMW iNEXT – flat-bottomed steering wheel revealed
To date, BMW has been one of the few holdouts against the pervasive flat-bottomed steering wheel trend initiated by the likes of Volkswagen and Audi. But they all fall down eventually, and …
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles makes second-largest order for next-gen eight-speed autos; electric drive-prepared
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has put in the second-largest single order in the history of auto parts maker ZF for its forthcoming, fourth-generation 8HP eight-speed automatic transmission. The new, longitudinal gearbox will …
Malaysia has the cheapest petrol in the region – report
Have you ever wondered how many litres of petrol you can buy with an average Malaysian salary? Well, good news, because Picodi Analysis has prepared a report that considers the average monthly …
Toyota Corolla Hatch gets new colours, better safety
Toyota Australia has unveiled the updated Corolla Hatch ahead of its market launch November this year, featuring a new two-tone exterior paint scheme (top-spec models only), bright Feverish Red metallic paint (standard …
C8 Chevrolet Corvette could get electrification – report
The first Corvette to go mid-engined after 67 years will also likely feature electrified powertrains in the not-too-distant future, Autocar has reported. This move could also include a fully electric version, though …
GIIAS 2019: Honda HR-V Mugen, facelift gets kitted out
The Honda HR-V Mugen was available in Malaysia as a limited edition in early 2018, and it's reasonable to expect a Mugen edition of the facelifted HR-V down the line. Indonesia gets …
