Lotus Eletre – official name for Type 132 electric SUV
Initially known as Type 132, the first electric SUV to come from British sports car maker Lotus has now revealed that it will be named Eletre. Once again confirming that the electric …
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2022 Hyundai Grand Creta debuts – renamed Alcazar seven-seat SUV; 2.0L petrol and 1.5L diesel engines
The Hyundai Grand Creta is a new three-row, seven-seat SUV that will be sold in Latin America as well as South Africa. If it looks oddly familiar, that’s because this is essentially …
2022 Mazda 3 Ignite Edition launched in Malaysia – 2.0L Hatchback High Plus only, CBU, priced at RM165k
Bermaz Motor has just introduced the 2022 Mazda 3 Ignite Edition in Malaysia. It's based on the top 2.0L Hatchback High Plus, and the sole CBU Japan model is priced at RM164,679. …
Tesla’s Indonesia factory plans cancelled, proposal wasn’t for EV batteries – car plant in India next?
Remember Tesla and Indonesia courting each other last year? Turns out that both parties will not be entering into a long-term relationship. Reasons? He's not giving her what she wants, what he …
2022 WSBK : Hafizh Syahrin first test on MIE Racing Honda Team CBR1000RR-R for WSBK in Catalunya
After hanging up his MotoGP leathers, Malaysian racer Hafizh Syahrin made the move to the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) in 2022. Joining MIE Racing Honda Team, Hafizh has taken his first ride …
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Looking to pamper your treasured ride with all the care and attention it deserves, but don’t fancy the thought of having to travel to many locations to accomplish all you’re looking to …
2023 Honda HR-V for US to be sold globally as Corolla Cross-fighting C-segment SUV – coming to Malaysia?
It appears the upcoming US-market Honda HR-V won't stay exclusive to the country for long. Honda has announced that the crossover will be offered in Europe as well, albeit with an expected …
Proton to reschedule new model launches to 2023 to focus on backlog orders and supply issues – report
According to The Edge, Proton are expected to reschedule new model launches to 2023 to focus on fulfilling backlogged orders as well as resolving supply chain issues. The report, which cited a …
Honda e:Ny1 Prototype shown – electric HR-V coming to Europe in 2023 as global version of China’s e:NS1
Honda may have been late to the electric vehicle party (the Honda e notwithstanding), but it's joining it in a big way in 2023 with an all-electric version of its top-selling HR-V …
2022 WMoto ES250i scooter in Malaysia – priced at RM13,888, two-channel ABS, smart key, TPMS
Now in Malaysia and priced at RM13,888 is the 2022 WMoto ES250i scooter, joining the WMoto ES125 which retails at RM4,488 and the WMoto Xtreme 150i at RM9,588. Pricing does not include …
Porsche Cayman GT4 RS review – unbridled madness
For many mid-engine Porsche fans, the Cayman GT4 RS has been a long time coming. It arrives in climactic fashion, posing as the first true Rennsport (RS) model since the birth of …
Covid-19 still disrupting auto production, supply: MAA
Two years in, the automotive industry is still being affected by Covid-19, with production and supply chains continuing to be impacted even though the worst has passed. Much of it has had …
2022 Honda Civic e:HEV hybrid revealed for Thailand – ASEAN gets sedan with same 2.0L DI, RM144k-RM159k
Barely any time has passed since the Honda Civic e:HEV was revealed in Europe, yet the new hybrid model has already made its Southeast Asian debut at the ongoing 2022 Bangkok International …
New excise duty rules may increase CKD car prices by up to 20% from 2023; MAA appealing for extension
Prices for CKD (locally assembled) cars will increase by between 8-20% if new excise duty regulations are put in place, due to a change in methodology of how the open market value …
TuneBoss puts the new Yamaha 135 LC Fi on the dyno
During the media test ride of the 2022 Yamaha 135LC Fi at Sepang circuit recently, one question of interest was exactly how fast does it go. Perfectly understandable question as maximum speed …
30 electric vehicles sold in Malaysia in Feb 2022 – MAA asking for CBU tax cut extension, says CKD takes time
During its question-and-answer session after its annual general meeting today, the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) revealed that 30 electric vehicles were sold in the country in February, against total vehicle sales of …
2022 Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia offers fans more
With the 2022 Grand Prix of Malaysia, with new title sponsor Petronas, scheduled for October this year, preparations are underway to welcome the return of international sporting events to Sepang International Circuit …
SST exemption: MAA asking for extension due to order backlog from chip shortage, but unsure if will happen
The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) held a question-and-answer session after its annual general meeting today. One of the questions raised by members of the media was whether the government was considering extending …
Proton spare parts shortage fix – fast moving and accident repair parts to be stocked up by end of June
Earlier this month, Proton announced that it had implemented a mandatory requirement where all its dealers would be required to have at least three months holding stock of 22 fast moving parts. …
Malaysia-Thailand land border open Apr 1 for tourists
The Malaysian government has announced that Thailand will open its land border with Malaysia beginning April 1, though the opening is for tourists only for the time being, the Malay Mail reported. …
