Scientists develop carbon-fibre derived from plants
Carbon-fibre may have plenty of allure, but the strong and light material is also expensive to produce. It's made from a chemical called acrylonitrile, which is produced from a mix of oil, …
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BMW X2 orders open: sDrive20i M Sport, RM320k est
It's only three months since the BMW X2 made its global debut, but BMW Malaysia has already announced that Munich's smallest SUV is available for booking now, ahead of its launch in …
DBKL to remove cycling lane separators immediately
In a meeting today to address the issue at City Hall (DBKL), the cycling lane separators paultan.org mentioned in an earlier report will be removed with immediate effect. The decision was taken …
2018 Yamaha YZF R-25 in new colours – RM20,630
Popular as ever with the quarter-litre crowd is the 2018 Yamaha YZF R-25, which now comes in new colours and its price is unchanged from 2017 at RM20,630, including GST, but excluding …
Volvo V40 T5 now with R-Design exterior – RM180,888
The facelifted Volvo V40 T5 now comes with the R-Design exterior package, replacing the Inscription kit that was available when the model was launched in June 2017. Despite this change, the V40’s …
Volvo engine plant in Sweden goes carbon-neutral
Volvo is stepping up in the environmental friendliness stakes - its engine factory in Skövde, Sweden has attained carbon-neutral status, the company’s first facility worldwide to do so, courtesy of its switch …
Lexus designs intended to polarise opinion – report
Toyota's luxury brand Lexus has been wheeling out some rather imposing designs, particularly with its front-end treatment courtesy of its spindle grille, and intentionally so, according to a CarAdvice report. The company …
PSA Groupe electrification across the board by 2025, aiming for Opel for emulate PSA turnaround: Tavares
Electrification has become a major consideration for most automaker groups and PSA is among them, now having announced that it plans to bring electrified options across its entire car and light-truck model …
Buy U Mobile’s prepaid SIM pack and reload it at BHPetrol stations for a free RM5 voucher
Here's a good deal from BHPetrol and U Mobile. Purchase U Mobile’s Unlimited Power Prepaid SIM Pack at BHPetrol service stations, reload a minimum of RM10 and you will receive a free …
Ferrari 488 Speciale – new details from leaked slides
Earlier this month, California Air Resources Board (CARB)-based documentation for its 2018 models revealed Ferrari's plans for a 488 Special Series Coupe, intimating that a new model - with a designation normally …
VPCM to introduce Das WeltAuto certified pre-owned programme and Volkswagen Marketplace this year
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has revealed that it will set up a new certified pre-owned programme called Das WeltAuto. The Das WeltAuto programme has been around since 2010, and was launched …
Toyota Corolla name returning to UK, replacing Auris
Toyota has been selling the hatchback version of the Corolla in the UK as the Auris since 2007. Then, Toyota felt that its long-standing global name has become a bit dull for …
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia in 2017 – 6,536 units sold, 8.1% growth, after-sales improvements
Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia shared its performance review for 2017 at a media roundtable session today, revealing its sales figures for the year prior. The company, which became the official distributor of …
2018 Adiva AD1 and AD2 three-wheelers coming to Malaysia – manufacturing hub to be established
Interesting news for the Malaysian motorcycle market in the shape of Italian three-wheeler maker Adiva, who is launching the 2018 Adiva AD1 200 and Adiva AD2 400 three-wheelers in the third quarter. …
Honda tops 2017 Thai passenger car sales, 3rd overall
Honda Automobile Thailand has revealed its sales figures for 2017, and the brand has maintained its top spot in passenger car sales for the third year running. Minus commercial vehicles and pick-up …
Volkswagen Golf Mk7.5 coming to Malaysia very soon – model range will include R-Line, GTI and R variants
The facelifted Volkswagen Golf will be introduced in Malaysia very soon. The car will make its local debut within the next three months, revealed Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM), as revealed during …
Regular medical tests for over-65 drivers suggested
Licensed drivers over the age of 65 should be required to undergo medical tests every six months to ensure their fitness for operating a motor vehicle, suggested an anti-crime non-governmental organisation, Bernama …
Boon Siew Honda opens first Impian X store in Johor
To increase the level of service for Honda riders, Boon Siew Honda Malaysia has opened its first Impian X concept showroom in Johor. The showroom, located in Gelang Patah, includes a one-stop …
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 entering production in June 2019
The next-generation Volkswagen Golf Mk8 will roll off the production line in Wolfsburg 75 weeks from now. That's in June 2019, revealed by Volkswagen at the Golf 8 Supplier Summit event for …
Land Rover Defender – final commemorative edition of 12 units introduced in Malaysia, three special colours
We really haven't heard the last of the Land Rover Defender, for sure. Earlier this week, Land Rover - via its Classic arm - announced a limited 150-unit run of Works V8 …
