Latest Stories (Page 2018)
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The Volkswagen “Sedanza” Sales Tour is heading to Penang and Johor this month. Models such as the Polo, Vento, Jetta, Passat, Tiguan and the new Beetle will be on display, with selected models available for […]
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2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100 will be shown at EICMA
Ahead of the EICMA show in Milan, Italy, Italian premier motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has released press photos of the 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100. In response to customer demand that the 803 cc, 68 hp, air-cooled […]
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No equity or shareholding deals with others – Honda
Honda says it isn’t looking to strike up partnerships that will involve mergers with other automakers, despite the growing challenges brought about by fast moving changes in the automotive landscape. Honda president and CEO Takahiro […]
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Honda to concentrate on hybrids in Asia-Pacific region
Honda will be placing a strong emphasis on hybrids as part of its 2030 Vision plan that was outlined in June. The automaker is targeting to have alternative fuel technology vehicles forming two-thirds of its […]
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Felipe Massa to retire from F1 at end of 2017 season
Felipe Massa has announced he will officially retire from Formula 1 at the end of the 2017 season, with Williams Martini Racing confirming the news in an official statement. The Brazilian driver first announced his […]
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Infiniti teases “most advanced” model for LA – QX60?
After Tokyo, the automotive world’s attention moves to the Los Angeles Auto Show, happening next month. Prior to that, Infiniti will be showcasing what it says is its “most advanced” model on November 28, and […]
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McLaren P1 now available as ‘foot-to-floor’ edition
In conjunction with the celebration of the McLaren P1’s fifth anniversary, the British carmaker is pleased to introduce yet another downsized version of its halo hypercar. Much like the P1 electric Ride-On that was released […]
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Toyota announces update on investigation of Kobe Steel scandal – still no issues, other materials ongoing
Toyota has issued a follow up statement in relation to the ongoing Kobe Steel scandal, whereby the materials supply company acknowledged it had fabricated data about the quality of the aluminium and copper it had […]
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BMW, Daimler, Ford and VW Group form joint venture – IONITY, a Pan-Euro network of fast-charging stations
BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have recently formed a joint venture called IONITY. The new company will develop and implement a High-Power Charging (HPC) network […]
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BMW recalls 1.4mil vehicles in America over fire risk
Over in North America, BMW is recalling a massive 1.4 million vehicles over two separate issues that could pose a fire risk. According to the National Highway Transport Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the United States, […]
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FIRST DRIVE: Kia Grand Carnival 2.2D video review
The Kia Grand Carnival made its Malaysian debut earlier this year, but is it proper MPV, or just a commercial van with seats? Well, we got ourselves the range-topping variant of the eight-seater – the […]
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Consider mandatory jail for reckless drivers – JKJR
In a bid to curb reckless driving, the Malaysian government should consider enforcing mandatory jail sentences for reckless drivers, said National Road Safety Council (JKJR) member, Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye. “I believe we need […]
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Lamborghini to show future supercar concept with MIT
Lamborghini has always been as much about the show as the go, but in recent years the Raging Bull has been pushing the boundaries of science and engineering as well, as witnessed by the cutting-edge […]
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Audi R8 V10 Spyder previewed – M’sian launch soon?
The Audi R8 V10 Spyder made a surprise appearance last weekend at the Mines Resort and Golf Club, in conjunction with Audi Malaysia’s quattro cup (golfing event) and Drive Weekend event. The display unit was […]
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Koenigsegg Agera RS sets new world’s fastest car record – 447 km/h; beats Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
The battle to be the world’s fastest production car is well and truly underway, with Koenigsegg drawing first blood. Over the weekend, an Agera RS driven by factory test driver Niklas Lilja recorded a two-way […]