Proton prices to increase on Feb 15, by up to RM2k
It has happened. Proton has announced that prices of its cars will go up from February 15, as previously hinted at. The range of increase is from RM312 to RM2,021 depending on …
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UMW Toyota adopts new “All About the Drive” tagline, to re-enter motorsports with Toyota Gazoo Racing
Recently, UMW Toyota revealed the imminent arrival of the Toyota Hilux pick-up in Q2, 2016, and the MPV duo of the Vellfire and Alphard in Q3 of the same year. At the …
Toyota/Daihatsu D30D MPV to slot in under Avanza?
The existence of a low-cost, green car (LCGC) MPV prototype called the Toyota/Daihatsu D30D was hinted at the Indonesian Motor Vehicle Industry Association show on January 28. Designed to fill the gap …
2016 Toyota Rush updated in Indonesia – 7-seater TRD
The Toyota Rush, which received a facelift in Indonesia in March last year (April in Malaysia), is set to get an update for 2016. These images, from a sales-oriented website in Indonesia, …
VIDEO: Mercedes-Benz GLE gets off-road thumbs up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MO4uAoRfnqg Mercedes-Benz has released a new promotional video for its GLE SUV. The facelifted ML-Class with a new name gets taken off road by Gunther Holzman, a German off-road guide, into a …
Last of a legend: Land Rover ends Defender line in Solihull, announces Heritage Restoration programme
After 68 years and more than two million units, Land Rover brings to an end production of the Defender, and prior to that, the Series Land Rover, at its famed Solihull works. …
Acura NSX stars in red, white and blue Super Bowl ad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfsZ9tXnv5M As America continues its countdown to the Super Bowl, Acura has just revealed its latest spot for the big show. Featuring an Acura NSX, the 30-second commercial is a pure expression …
Proton’s new engine line-up – why so many variants?
When Proton announced its new engine family, a total of six engines were listed, including VVT, GDI and TGDI mills. Some have questioned why there is a need for so many engine …
Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza – official images leaked
Last week, the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza - which will be making its world debut at the 2016 Auto Expo in Greater Noida, India on February 3 - was teased in a …
Hublot MP-05 LaFerrari Sapphire – an updated tribute
Since 2013, Hublot has been paying tribute to the Ferrari LaFerrari hypercar. In partnership with the brand, the watchmaker has unveiled an updated version of the MP-05 model. Called the MP-05 LaFerrari …
New Mitsubishi Pajero Sport SUV launched in Indonesia – new 2.4L and old 2.5L, from RM136k
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport was launched in Indonesia last week, a couple of months after the seven-seat Triton-based SUV made its world debut in Thailand in August 2015. Just like in the …
Proton GDI and TGDI engines – maintainance cost to be less than CamPro, 20,000 km service interval
Proton’s upcoming new engine family will certainly be a technological step-up from its current CamPro offerings. With advanced features like direct injection, turbocharging and a higher compression ratio, will maintenance costs be …
VIDEO: Tesla Model S Autopilot features put to test
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XB2g7-HgE_g Tesla has released a new video called “Revolutionise Your Commute,” which shows off the brand’s latest Autopilot features for the Tesla Model S. As part of its latest software update, the …
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Lightweight coming?
Here’s something interesting - according to a high-ranking official, Volkswagen has built a lightweight version of the Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport (pictured here), Autocar UK reports. While it may already be ready, …
Steel plant explosion halts Toyota Japan production
Toyota Motor Corporation today issued a press statement that it will be stopping production at its Japan domestic plants from February 8 to 13 due to an explosion at a facility belonging …
Proton’s new torque converter CVT not from Punch
Proton's chief technical officer Abdul Rashid Musa has confirmed to paultan.org that the national carmaker's new torque converter CVT – to be matched to the company's upcoming new direct-injected engines, replacing the …
MIMOS concept vehicle set to enter Red Dot Awards
Something along different lines - MIMOS, the national R&D centre in information and communications technology under the purview of the Malaysian Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), has revealed renderings of …
“AES to save, not punish,” claims Transport Minister
Transport Minister, Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai announced that the Transport Ministry has received overwhelming response following its call for public suggestions leading up to the widened enforcement of Automated Enforcement System …
KTM Komuter service from Padang Besar and Gemas get 50% discount – valid throughout February 2016
Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) has announced that it will be offering a 50% discount on fares for its KTM Komuter service from Padang Besar and Gemas stations. The discount is applicable starting …
Mercedes showrooms to sell MV Agusta bikes in EU
Mercedes-AMG appears to be capitalising in a big way on their partnership with Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta. With rivals Audi owning Ducati via their subsidary Lamborghini, and BMW having been in …
