JPJ eBid: PRG and SMN number plates up for bidding
JPJ has announced that PRG and SMN are the next number plate series to go up for bidding on its online auction platform, JPJ eBid. Penang's latest running number series is ‘PRG’, …
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Kia Tasman teased – new Toyota Hilux-rivalling pick-up truck confirmed for Australia; ASEAN too?
From out of left field, Kia has announced it will be launching a new pick-up truck sometime next year. It's called the Tasman, named after the island of Tasmania in Australia, and …
PHEVs consume 3.5x more fuel than WLTP claims, EU finds – Ferrari PHEVs use much more fuel than ICE!
Carmakers often contend that plug-in hybrids are their stepping stone towards full electrification, offering the silent, zero-emission running of an electric vehicle with the convenience and hassle-free nature of a petrol- or …
Voltpost launched in the US – retrofits lampposts to become Level 2 EV chargers; one-hour installation
Voltpost is a curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging solution that was recently made commercially available by the company that bears the same name. Set to be deployed in major United States metro …
TIME dotCom enters EV charge point operator biz after Charge N Go becomes its 51% owned subsidiary
TIME dotCom, which is primarily known as an internet service provider, appears to have entered the charge point operator business after acquiring Charge N Go. A quick check on social media revealed …
2024 Chery Tiggo 7 Pro detailed – Proton X70 C-SUV rival; 1.6T, 197 PS, 290 Nm; est RM130k; May launch
This is the Tiggo 7 Pro, Chery's third model for Malaysia after the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro. It was previewed on March 25 - when order books were also opened …
2024 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line in Malaysia gallery – CKD; 340 PS 3.0L TSI V6; priced fr RM472k with VAP
Here’s a full gallery of the five-seat Volkswagen Touareg, which made a return to Malaysia after being launched last month. Offered here in a sole R-Line variant, the facelifted third-generation SUV is …
Zeekr 009 Grand teased – electric Lexus LM rival with four seats, massive rear screen, to be revealed April 19
The Zeekr 009 is already an impossibly luxurious MPV, larger than a Toyota Alphard/Vellfire and coming with an equally sumptuous cabin and a silent, effortless electric powertrain. But in China, being "impossibly …
Aprilia RSV4 Factory and Tuono V4 Factory SE-09 SBK launched at COTA, celebrates Aprilia racing history
Launched at the 2024 MotoGP round at Austin. Texas, the Aprilia RSV4 Factory and Tuono V4 Factory SE-09 SBK commemorate "Emperor" Max Biaggi's first win in the in the World Superbike Championship …
MRT Taman Mutiara station reopens after fire risk
The MRT Taman Mutiara station reopened at 6am this morning and is operating normally after it was closed yesterday evening due to a fire risk. MRT services are available as usual - …
Enjoy fantastic deals on a Volvo XC40 and C40 Recharge Pure Electric at the Volvo Birthday Sale!
It's hard to believe, but this month marks 97 years since the first Volvo car rolled off the production line. To celebrate this milestone and the company's incredible legacy of safety innovation, …
Italian government says it’s illegal for the Alfa Romeo Milano to be produced outside the country in Poland
Last week, Alfa Romeo revealed its new crossover called the Milano, which is available with fully electric and mild hybrid powertrains. This makes the Milano the brand’s first electric vehicle (EV), but …
Back to school with Volvo Safety Driving Experience
Parents, be honest, have you ever struggled with your child's homework? I don't have kids, but I'm pretty confident. Confident that I'll pull out all of the remaining hair on my head …
Chery Omoda 5 viral brake issue – car inspected by Puspakom, no issues found, results shown to owner
Here's an update from Chery Malaysia regarding the post about an Omoda 5 with brake issues, claimed by a customer in a video that has since gone viral on social media. It …
2025 Toyota 4Runner – Tacoma-based SUV slots between Fortuner, Prado; gets 326 hp 2.4T hybrid
Nearly a year after the fourth-generation Tacoma was revealed, Toyota has finally pulled the covers off the SUV version, the sixth-generation 4Runner. As a midsized pick-up, the Tacoma is essentially America's equivalent …
Agong Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar becomes first owner of Hongqi L5 in the world – stately limo with 4.0T V8
DYMM Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar became the first owner in the world to receive a Hongqi L5. His Majesty took delivery of the vehicle following today’s meeting with China’s ambassador …
Porsche to use CM1 active suspension technology developed by ClearMotion in its future vehicles
Porsche has signed an agreement with Boston-based ClearMotion to collaborate in the field of advanced chassis systems with the objective of elevating the performance of its road cars. Through the partnership, both …
Xpeng appoints Sime Darby Motors as its Hong Kong distributor – G6 SUV, X9 MPV to begin selling in Q3
In March, Xpeng stated its intention to enter Hong Kong as part of its expansion into right-hand drive markets, and the Chinese EV maker has now announced its partner for that market, …
BMW & Rimac partner up for high-voltage EV batteries
BMW and Rimac have announced a long-term partnership which will see the latter provide high-voltage batteries for the German carmaker’s electric vehicles. “The respective strengths and expertise of the two companies complement …
New Mitsubishi Triton awarded five stars in ANCAP crash test – first truck tested against 2023-2025 criteria
The new Mitsubishi Triton has been awarded the maximum five stars in the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). The Triton is the first dual-cab pick-up truck to be tested and assessed …
