Peugeot Pick Up – a robust workhorse truck for Africa
A Peugeot pick-up truck? Yup, exactly that. This is the Peugeot Pick Up (yes, that's the name), which marks the return of Peugeot to the pick-up truck market in the African continent, …
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Proton to act like Skoda, Geely as Volkswagen – no conflict of interest despite similar brand positioning
During a press conference following the signing of the definitive agreement of the Proton-Geely partnership, a question was raised if there would be any conflict of interest between Proton and Geely, given …
Proton-Geely partnership – definitive agreement inked
The Proton-Geely strategic partnership has officially begun. Earlier this morning, DRB-Hicom and Zhejiang Geely (ZGH) signed the definitive agreement for the Chinese carmaker to acquire a 49.9% equity stake in Proton. The …
GALLERY: 2017 Proton Exora Enhanced – revised look
On the sidelines of the DRB-Hicom-Geely definitive agreement signing ceremony in Kuala Lumpur today, the updated, enhanced Proton Exora MPV was displayed, featuring lightly revised aesthetics and equipment. Here, the seven-seater bears …
Geely Boyue SUV makes first Malaysian appearance
This morning saw Proton and Geely sign a Definitive Agreement that will see the Chinese company take up a significant stake in the Malaysian carmaker, and its Lotus subsidiary. The signing ceremony …
Volvo clears the air on XC60 City Safety system “fail”
https://youtu.be/L6eCc3ggySs If you’ve been on the internet recently, you may (or may not) have seen a video of a Volvo XC60 where by it is claimed the SUV’s autonomous emergency braking system …
Thai government reduces excise taxes on EVs, hybrids
The Thai government's new preferential excise tax rates for hybrid and electric vehicles are set to drive greater demand for this type of vehicle, said vice-chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries …
Perodua Myvi Active rendered – Toyota Prius c cues
Ever wondered what would happen if the Perodua Myvi adopted some of the styling cues from the newly-facelifted Toyota Prius c? Well, wonder no more, as such a curious-sounding thing now exists …
Volkswagen ‘Polo P’ project – new locations added
https://youtu.be/IyfJZREvwug Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is continuing its Polo P project with new locations in the Klang Valley as well as in the Northern and Southern region. The goal of the …
Renault-Nissan could be global No. 1 this year: Ghosn
Carlos Ghosn predicts that the Renault-Nissan alliance - including recent acquisition Mitsubishi - could overtake Toyota and Volkswagen Group to become the global market leader this year, according to a report by …
Honda plant halted by WannaCry ransomware: report
The WannaCry ransomware virus has struck Honda's Sayama plant near Tokyo, causing the automaker to halt production for a day earlier this week after finding that its computer network had been attacked …
2018 Audi A8 to receive fully active suspension system
As we edge closer to the Audi Summit on July 11, the German carmaker has released more information about the upcoming 2018 A8 sedan that will make its debut then. After showcasing …
2018 Toyota Camry detailed ahead of US sales launch
Revealed at Detroit's NAIAS in January this year, the new 2018 Toyota Camry is now ready for the showroom floor in the US, where deliveries will start in late summer. Toyota is …
2017 Honda Jazz records over 1,300 bookings within two weeks of launch – exceeds one-month sales target
The new 2017 Honda Jazz is being well received by Malaysian consumers, recording over 1,300 bookings within two weeks of its official launch. According to Honda Malaysia, that number exceeds its one-month …
International Engine of the Year 2017 – Ferrari, again
One of the most important aspects of a car is the thing that gets it to move, the powertrain, but not all of them are made equal. To identify the best of …
Harley does the Italian Job, to buy Ducati from Audi?
With Dieselgate making 2016 Volkswagen's (VW) annus horribilis, yet another rumour has emerged about the sale of Ducati, this time to Harley-Davidson. The deal is said to cost 1.67 billion USD (RM7.16 …
Ford to move Focus production from Mexico to China
Ford has announced that it will be moving production of the Focus out of the United States entirely for the 2019 model year, though the automaker is keen to state it does …
SPIED: Next-gen Peugeot 508 testing – due in 2018
Reports that the Peugeot 508 successor is underway appears on track for a projected 2018 debut, as our spy photographers have spotted a test mule undergoing road trials. There is little to …
Peugeot’s 1.2 litre turbo three-cylinder PureTech awarded 2017 Engine of the Year in 1-1.4L category
It was another successful outing for Groupe PSA at the 19th international Engine of the Year Awards in Stuttgart, with the company’s 1.2 litre turbocharged three-cylinder PureTech petrol engine snagging this year’s …
FIRST DRIVE: Peugeot 208 and 2008 1.2L PureTech
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRNd854yr5M&rel=0 The Peugeot 208 hatchback and 2008 crossover received a major update earlier this year, including a brand new engine and transmission combination. Out went the breathless naturally-aspirated 1.6 litre engine and …
