Proton X50 R3 20th Anniversary Edition, 200 units only
Hello and good morning from the media day of the Malaysia Autoshow 2023, which opens to the public tomorrow. You won't miss this one as you enter the event's main hall, a …
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Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 4Motion gets IQ.Drive – RM299,990 with AEB, adaptive cruise control
The Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 4Motion has been updated in Malaysia with the IQ.Drive package, which gives the Arteon additional safety kit. It has a revised price tag as well, now costing you …
Great Wall Motor reveals Hi4-T plug-in hybrid system for Tank 500 and Tank 400 at Auto Shanghai 2023
At this year’s Auto Shanghai, Great Wall Motor (GWM) showed off two models that are part of its Tank sub-brand, both of which feature the company’s Hi4-T architecture that further promotes its …
Toyota CEO Sato promises more performance models from GR range; sporty EV models considered
Toyota president and CEO Koji Sato has suggested that the Gazoo Racing (GR) sub-brand of high-performance will continue to expand its offerings under his leadership, and the pace of development may even …
Suzuki Malaysia teases new adventure-touring bike
Not resting on its laurels this year is Suzuki Malaysia, with a teaser of the impending launch of a new adventure-touring motorcycle for 2023. As seen on its social media page, the …
BMW and MINI Value Service Campaign for models five years and older – free engine oil, 30% labour discount
BMW Group Malaysia is introducing the BMW and MINI Value Service Campaign, which provides owners of selected BMW and MINI models that are five years and older the opportunity to a series …
Tesla batteries lose 12% of capacity after 320,000 km
Tesla has released information on battery degradation in its vehicles, according to Electrek, and the American EV maker claims that its driver batteries will lose just 12% of its capacity after 200,000 …
Chery making its official brand debut at the Malaysia Autoshow 2023 – Omoda 5, Tiggo 8 Pro for test drives
You've heard about Chery and its upcoming models for a while now, but this is not another coming soon announcement, this is not a drill. The returning brand will be making its …
Daihatsu crash test issue – Miros to assess new Perodua Axia, even without complaints from owners
In light of the admission of wrongdoing by Daihatsu in crash safety tests done for four models, the Malaysian Institute for Road Safety Research (Miros) will be conducting assessments of the latest-generation …
Rainy season means lots of falling trees – avoid parking under trees and get Special Perils insurance
Of late, it has been raining almost daily in the Klang Valley, and heavily too, with ferocious lighting and thunder for effect. This writer was drenched yesterday despite carrying an umbrella, as …
2023 Toyota Vios sales to continue despite Daihatsu crash test issue – UMWT says no need for halt or recall
Following Daihatsu’s admission of “wrongdoings” in particular crash safety tests done for regulatory approval applications involving four models, one of which was the new Toyota Vios, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has issued …
2023 Perodua Axia deliveries will continue despite Daihatsu crash test issue; no recall as it’s safe – P2
Following Daihatsu’s admission of “wrongdoings” in particular crash safety tests done for regulatory approval applications involving four models, Perodua has issued an official statement on the matter. According to Perodua president and …
Alpine A290 Beta hatch teased – a faster Renault 5?
This is the Alpine A290 Beta, something that the brand has announced since 2021, but is finally almost becoming reality. It's an electric hot hatch based on the Renault 5. Let's spend …
GWM Ora Grand Cat heading to UK, Malaysia soon?
Great Wall Motor has stepped up with its teaser campaign for its second right hand drive Ora model after the Good Cat. It has a few names such as Lightning Cat in …
Honda CEO admits Chinese EV makers are well ahead, but says it will respond with strong electrification plan
Honda has outlined plans to further accelerate its journey into electrification, saying that this is paramount in order to catch up with the competition. Admitting that it is behind in the EV …
Lego 42156 Peugeot 9X8 Hypercar to debut on May 1
The latest Lego Technic creation is a 1:10 model of the Peugeot 9X8 Hybrid Hypercar. The 1,775 piece set has been given the code 42156 and will be priced at US$199.99, set …
Daihatsu admits wrongdoings in crash safety tests for 2023 Perodua Axia, Toyota Vios: shipments suspended
Daihatsu has just confirmed that it has committed "wrongdoings" in particular crash safety tests done for regulatory approval applications for four models. This includes the 2023 Perodua Axia, Toyota Vios (badged as …
Volvo says it won’t reduce its EV prices to follow Tesla
Despite reporting a drop in its first quarter operating earnings, Volvo has reiterated that it sees no need to cut prices of its electric vehicles (EVs) because there is a healthy demand …
Rapid KL Skip Stop Xpress shuttle bus from LRT Ampang to KLCC made permanent – DS01, RM1.10
Click to enlarge Rapid KL's Skip Stop Xpress bus service that connects LRT Ampang to Ampang Park and KLCC is now a permanent route. Assigned the DS01 number, a one-way ride costs …
Hyundai Malaysia teases 3 new models for 2023 – all-new Tucson, Santa Fe facelift, Ioniq 6 EV coming soon
Now here's a surprise. Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) launched the new Creta SUV this morning and now they've released a teaser on social media. The image, titled '2023, we're coming', shows today's …
