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  FIRST LOOK: 2020 Porsche Taycan in M’sia, fr RM725k

  12 October 2020 / 5 comments

  At long last, the Porsche Taycan has landed in Malaysia. The full range is available for purchase, starting with the “entry-level” Taycan 4S from RM725k, Taycan Turbo from RM999k, and range-topper Taycan Turbo S from […]

   

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  Used car demand sees an increase in Q3 2020 due to gov’t initiatives – Perodua Myvi most popular choice

  12 October 2020 / 6 comments

  The used car market saw a surge in demand during the third quarter of 2020, as dealers recorded strong sales numbers that aided in their recovery, reported Bernama. According to Datuk Tony Khor, president of […]

   

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  Proton X50 – ASEAN NCAP report reveals the Standard variant and confirms Thailand export plans

  10 October 2020 / 34 comments

  The New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) report of the Proton X50 released yesterday revealed more than just the new model’s crash worthiness. It also gave us a look at the […]

   

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  VIDEO: Proton X50 ASEAN NCAP crash test report

  9 October 2020 / 48 comments

  We now have the full New Car Assessment Program for Southeast Asian Countries (ASEAN NCAP) crash safety report for the Proton X50, including the full crash test video. As announced by Proton last week, its […]

   

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  Perodua safety features illustrated in animation video

  9 October 2020 / 32 comments

  There are parts and systems aplenty that go into a car’s safety measures for the benefit of its drivers, occupants as well as the road users around them, and these systems can sometimes be tricky […]

   

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  Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk8 caught in Pekan, CKD soon?

  9 October 2020 / 27 comments

  Click to enlarge Plenty of juicy CKD locally-assembled Volkswagens are on the way, it seems. Yesterday, we shared with you pics of the VW Arteon facelift roaming in Malaysia just two months after the pre-facelift […]

   

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  October 2020 week two fuel price – petrol, diesel down

  9 October 2020 / 5 comments

  Time once again for the weekly fuel price update, and after last week’s mixed bag of changes, petrol and diesel users will both pay less for fuel for the coming October 10 to 16 week. […]

   

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  Das WeltAuto new and improved website launched – browse, compare cars and deals by VW Malaysia

  9 October 2020 / 3 comments

  Das WeltAuto, Volkswagen’s global used car programme that is now in Malaysia, has launched a new and improved website that allows you to browse, compare and enquire about official pre-owned Volkswagen cars. Introduced in August […]

   

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  SPIED: Volkswagen Arteon facelift testing in Malaysia

  8 October 2020 / 15 comments

  The Volkswagen Arteon was finally launched in Malaysia in August after a very long preview period, and the five-door coupe (rear access is via hatch and not a boot) replacement to the popular CC is […]

   

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  F44 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé launched in Malaysia – CKD 218i M Sport with 140 PS/220 Nm, RM211,367

  8 October 2020 / 61 comments

  Two weeks ago, BMW Group Malaysia teased the new F44 2 Series Gran Coupé by showcasing camouflaged versions of the car in public. Now, the compact four-door coupé has been launched in Malaysia, providing some […]

   

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  2021 Toyota Hilux facelift launched in Malaysia – from RM93k; power up for 2.8L Rogue, 10k service interval

  8 October 2020 / 28 comments

  UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has officially launched the 2021 Toyota Hilux facelift in Malaysia. The refreshed pick-up truck comes in five variants – the Single Cab 2.4 MT 4×4 at RM92,880 on-the-road without insurance, the […]

   

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  Proton X50 – only bookings made via authorised dealers are legit; buyers urged to be wary of conmen

  8 October 2020 / 12 comments

  There has been a great deal of hype surrounding the new Proton X50 SUV, so much in fact that irresponsible parties have begun misrepresenting themselves as Proton salespersons to make a quick buck. In an […]

   

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  Aston Martin DBX SUV launched in Malaysia – 4.0L biturbo V8 with 550 PS and 700 Nm, RM818k before tax

  7 October 2020 / 7 comments

  Having made its global debut just under a year ago, the Aston Martin DBX has now been launched in Malaysia. Built at a new plant in St Athan, Wales, it joins a hotly-contested luxury SUV […]

   

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  2021 Porsche Cayenne Premium Package in Malaysia – air suspension, 21″ RS Spyder wheels; from RM680k

  7 October 2020 / 12 comments

  Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has just introduced a new Premium Package for the E3 Porsche Cayenne. This adds air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management for better dynamics, 21-inch RS Spyder wheels, Park Assist […]

   

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  Gov’t urged to extend car SST exemption to June 2021

  7 October 2020 / 19 comments

  The government should consider extending the new vehicle sales tax exemption period until June next year, as this will continue to aid the local economy recovering from the effects brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic. […]

   

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