BMW to produce PHEV batteries in Thailand in 2019
Thailand, already a leader in pick-up truck and small car production, has of late put in efforts to attract carmakers to build green cars such as hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and full …
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2018 MotoGP Winter Test Sepang: Jorge breaks record
With session three of 2018 MotoGP Winter Testing currently running, a Tweet from MotoGP says that Jorge Lorenzo, riding the #99 Ducati Desmosedici GP, has broken the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) motorcycle …
Proton vendors need to cut prices by 30% – minister
According to second minister of international trade and industry Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan, Proton vendors need to cut prices by as much as 30%. The minister stated Proton CEO Li Chunrong …
Hyundai Santa Fe – renders of fourth-gen SUV shown
After teasing the arrival of the fourth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe, the carmaker has now released official renders of the SUV ahead of its global premiere in February. The new model replaces the …
2018 Proton Preve to get improvements all around
It seems like Proton is gearing up for a launch of its updated Preve soon. This (leaked) internal slide shows quite a number of improvements done to the C-segment sedan, the bulk …
German carmakers tested diesel fumes effect on people, monkeys via academic research – reports
Here's another blow to the embattled diesel engine. Reports have emerged about experiments that exposed people and monkeys to diesel fumes. The research was backed by the European Research Group on Environment …
Alfa Romeo 2018 forecast: better, but won’t make profit
Alfa Romeo isn't set to see profit this year despite an upturn in fortunes, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles chief executive officer Sergio Marchionne said during a fourth-quarter earnings call for the company, according …
Volvo’s fully electric car to be based on 40.2 concept
Last year, Volvo announced its first fully electric car will be built in China, based on the Compact Modular Architecture (CMA) used in the XC40. A report by Autocar UK has now …
SPYSHOTS: BMW M8 Convertible running road trials
For most BMW coupes, there will be a matching convertible, so it seems with the Munich marque's model line-up. Following this line of thought, it is only natural that the forthcoming BMW …
Penang government to channel RM899,700 worth of incentives to taxi, school bus drivers – Lim Guan Eng
The Penang state government has channelled a total of RM899,700 worth of incentives to 2,343 taxi drivers and 656 school bus operators in the state. According to The Sun, chief minister Lim …
Toyota offers RM2.5k rebate, RM988 ang-pow for CNY
In conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year festivities, UMW Toyota Motor is offering cash rebates for the Vios, Altis, Camry, Innova, Hilux and Fortuner models. Up to RM2,500 in rebates will …
Mazda’s SkyActiv-3 engine to be as clean as an EV?
Mazda is a big fan of bold claims, few of which it has yet to deliver. The Hiroshima-based automaker's groundbreaking SkyActiv-X engine hasn't even made it to production, but already there are …
KL cycling lanes to receive new flexi-post separators
According to a report by Bernama, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will replace the rubber separators on the city’s new cycling lanes with flexible posts (flexi-posts). Just a few days ago, DBKL …
Honda Malaysia confirms Takata driver airbag inflator rupture in fatal crash on Jan 1 – vehicle part of recall
Honda Malaysia, following an inspection with the Royal Malaysia Police, has confirmed that a Takata driver airbag inflator ruptured in a crash in Selangor on January 1, 2018. The crash involved a …
Alibaba brings ‘City Brain’ traffic control system to KL
Here's something interesting for KL motorists. Jack Ma's Alibaba Group will set up a traffic control system harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) for Kuala Lumpur, its first "City Brain" service outside China, Reuters …
FIRST LOOK: 2018 Volvo XC60 in Malaysia – fr RM299k
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up3zlfF8idU Volvo's award-winning XC60 is finally on sale in Malaysia, and it currently comes with a price tag of RM373,888. That's for the CBU, mind you, and it's fully imported from Sweden. …
Renault could launch new crossover coupe in Russia
Renault is reportedly looking to introduce a new crossover coupe in Russia, according to information by Vedomosti. The new model is expected to be unveiled at this year’s Moscow Motor Show, and …
AD: Good fortune deals await you at Auto Bavaria this weekend – enjoy a complimentary Samsung Galaxy S8
Enjoy a prosperous start to the new year this weekend at all Auto Bavaria showrooms nationwide. This Chinese New Year, fulfil your wish of owning a brand new BMW from Auto Bavaria …
2018 Toyota Vios on sale in Malaysia, RM75k-RM94k – up to RM2,512 off, ang pow worth RM988 for CNY
The 2018 Toyota Vios that was announced four weeks ago is now officially on sale. From now till end-February, customers who purchase the new Vios can save up to RM2,512 and get …
Mazda CX-5 – spec-by-spec comparison, full galleries
The second-generation Mazda CX-5 was launched in Malaysia back in October 2017, and is available in a total of five variants - 2.2D AWD GLS, 2.2D 2WD GLS, 2.5 2WD GLS, 2.0 …
