New Chinese-Vietnamese JV to build low-cost EVs
With electric vehicles being the next big thing, seems that everyone and their uncle wants in on the genre, and the idea of making them mucho affordable in a region like Southeast …
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New Volvo app allows remote checking and commands
Volvo has released a mobile app for iOS and Android that allows the driver to "stay in touch" with a parked car via his/her smart phone. The free app is an extension …
Proton Exora prototypes used to test Campro CFE engine and CVT transmission
These days when a Proton test prototype goes out for a drive, sometimes it'll have a piece of paper on its front or rear windshield that identifies what exactly is being tested. …
Aston to move Rapide production from Graz to Gaydon
Aston Martin has announced that production of its Rapide will move to the company's Gaydon headquarters in Warwickshire, UK. The four-door sports car is now built by Magna Steyr (MS) in Graz, …
Toyota Hilux facelift leaked image makes its way onto the net – July debut at IIMS 2011
Toyota will be simultaneously unveiling facelifted versions of all three of its IMV models at the Indonesian International Motor Show next month. Just for some background - Toyota's IMV (Innovative International Multi-purpose …
Nissan Qashqai – next-gen to be completely designed, engineered and built in the UK
Nissan has announced that its next-generation Qashqai crossover - also known as the Dualis - will be designed, engineered and built in the UK. A £192 million investment, which will be funded …
Quick-accelerating Proton Exora snapped at R&R Machap
This facelifted Proton Exora was snapped yesterday by reader Dg Hafidz at the Machap R&R stop. According to Hafidz, he had trouble keeping up with this Exora in his YRV-engined Perodua Kenari …
VIDEO: MINI Cooper S Countryman Review
No, Driven isn't back yet… but we're trying out our first online video review. Remember the hijack video that was on this site sometime back? Harvinder has a little fun both on …
Formula One Teams’ Association rejects Bahrain GP
Yesterday, we posted about the dissatisfaction some had with the FIA's decision to reinstate the Bahrain GP, moving the inaugural Indian GP to be the season finale in the process. The likes …
In the future, cars to be a power source for the home?
Over in Japan, automakers are looking at turning electric and hybrid vehicles into external power sources for the home, aiming to turn them into a type of rolling battery, the Nikkei reports. …
Mercedes M-Class revealed with twin-turbo four-pot diesel
Mercedes-Benz has released pics and details of its next gen M-Class SUV, which will premiere at the Frankfurt show. They've taken the evolutionary route in terms of styling, which masks the fact …
Nissan Leaf set to take on Pikes Peak
More adventures for the Nissan Leaf, this time going up a hill. In this case, no less than Pikes Peak - the Leaf is set to challenge convention further this June 26 …
Audi Q3 production starts in Spain, market launch in Q4
Production for the new Audi Q3 has begun at SEAT's factory in Martorell, Spain. The small SUV, which will do battle with BMW's X1, had its world debut at the recent Shanghai …
FIA and ACO launch World Endurance Championship
A new international racing series has been confirmed for next year. The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), organisers of Le Mans, have formed a partnership …
Mazda BT-50 Freestyle Cab to debut in Melbourne
Click to enlarge Mazda is set to premiere the Freestyle Cab version of its new BT-50 pickup at the upcoming Australian International Motor Show in Melbourne, which begins on July 1. It's …
BAIC to introduce its first electric vehicle in September
Over in China, state-owned carmaker Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co is set to begin sales of its first electric car in Beijing from September, according to reports. The vehicle is a compact …
VIDEOS: F20 BMW 1-Series in motion, featuring One Origin Two Originals casting competition winners
We've seen static hi-res photos of the new F20 BMW 1-Series hatch, but how does the car look in motion? BMW has released two new videos of the new F20 hatch in …
Opel Astra GTC revealed ahead of Frankfurt premiere
Opel/Vauxhall has released details on the Astra GTC ahead of the model's world debut at the Frankfurt show in September. The GTC is a three-door variant of the C-segment Astra, but isn't …
B5 biodiesel: pure palm biodiesel (B100) sulphur content less than 10ppm
Seems that the datasheet listing the properties of petroleum diesel and B5 biodiesel from last week's launch of the B5 biodiesel programme in Putrajaya wasn't quite up to date. With regards to …
Chevrolet Colorado show truck on display in 1 Utama
If you've been curious as to what the Chevrolet Colorado show truck looks like in the metal, then here's your chance to get up close and personal with the concept if you …
