Volkswagen Group still exploring Porsche IPO – report
According to a recent report by Reuters, Volkswagen is still looking into a possible initial public offering (IPO) of Porsche as a means to fund the sports car maker’s push into software …
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2022 Kia Carens teased ahead of December 16 debut
Kia has shown the upcoming Carens in a series of official sketch images ahead of its debut in Gurugram, India on December 16. In contrast to outgoing generation that was a compact …
UMW Toyota Motor sold 8,486 units in November 2021 – YTD now at 63,105 units, 26% increase from 2020
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced that it delivered a total of 8,486 units of Toyota and Lexus vehicles in November, a slight decrease of 14 units (-0.16%) from the 8,500 units …
JPJ offering up to 80% discount for saman, Dec 9-12
After the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) announced it would be offering discounts on summons in conjunction with the 100-Days of Malaysian Family Aspirations programme that begins tomorrow, the Road Transport Department (JPJ) …
Hyundai Palisade launching in Malaysia December 16
Hyundai-Sime Darby Motor (HSDM) has locked down a date for the launch of the Palisade – the ginormous flagship SUV will make its virtual local debut this Thursday, December 16, according to …
Peugeot to be fully EV brand in Europe by 2030 – CEO
Peugeot CEO Linda Jackson has revealed that the company will be a fully electric-only brand in Europe by 2030. Every new model it launches from 2030 will be electric, but it will …
Opel Vivaro seen in Malaysia – Stellantis to assemble commercial van in Gurun plant for export markets?
After an Opel Mokka was spotted in Malaysia last month, another Opel model has now been sighted on our roads. This time, it’s the Vivaro, which is a commercial van that’s also …
Honda Malaysia focused on hybrid vehicles – no plans on introducing EVs yet, working with gov’t on policy
Honda Malaysia has gone all in on hybrid technology, having sold locally-assembled petrol-electric models on our shores since 2012. The company continues to offer these vehicles in the form of the City …
Police crackdown on illegal and fancy number plates – 24,909 fined for related offences throughout November
Bukit Aman traffic investigation and enforcement department (JSPT) has announced that police issued a total of 74,437 summonses during its month-long Op Khas (Nombor Pendaftaran) exercise that ran in November. Of these, …
2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe in Europe – PHEV only, petrol variants dropped; updated ADAS and equipment
The Jeep Wrangler enters the 2022 model year for left-hand-drive European markets with a simplified line-up, which now is comprised solely of the 4xe dual-motor plug-in hybrid powertrain, along an updated equipment …
Honda City e:HEV RS hybrid makes up just 5% of Malaysian City sedan sales, more than 22k sold overall
During the launch of the City Hatchback today, Honda Malaysia announced that it has sold over 22,000 units of the latest fifth-generation sedan model since its launch in October last year. Of …
Limited edition Yamaha R1 celebrates Toprak Razgatlioglu’s WSBK Championship, 21 to be made
After his empathic victory over incumbent Jonathan Rea in the 2021 World Superbike Championship (WSBK), Yamaha Motor Europe and Crescent Yamaha have released the Limited Edition Toprak Razgatl?oglu Yamaha R1 World Championship …
Setel Share launched in Malaysia – share your e-wallet with your loved ones, earn Mesra points together
Petronas has announced a new feature for its Setel e-payment solution called Setel Share, which allows users to pay for their loved ones’ fuel securely at stations nationwide. To gain access, you’ll …
Ford aims to be second largest EV maker in two years
Ford has announced a highly ambitious plan to be the world's second largest electric vehicle manufacturer within the next two years. To do that, it will have to one-up Volkswagen's massive EV …
Ford developing all-new full-size EV pick-up platform?
2021 Ford F-150 Lightning The demand for electric vehicles is around two to three times the amount expected by Ford, CEO Jim Farley told Automotive News. In response, Ford is doubling its …
Pan Borneo Highway – government says that Phase 2 development of the Sarawak portion will continue
The government says that construction of Phase Two of the Sarawak portion of Pan Borneo Highway - from Pujut to Lawas - is being continued. This was announced by prime minister Datuk …
Fifth-gen Toyota Prius set to arrive in 2022 – report
According to a report by Autocar, the Toyota Prius will remain a key model in the carmaker’s line-up, with a fifth generation being hinted to arrive in 2022. The current, fourth-generation Prius …
Honda City Hatchback launched in Malaysia – 1.5L i-VTEC priced from RM76k, e:HEV RS hybrid early 2022
After a drawn-out marketing campaign that began in October, Honda Malaysia has finally launched the City Hatchback today. The five-door, which replaces the Jazz in the Southeast Asian region, brings some of …
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG E63 to use electrified 2.0L four-pot – over 650 PS touted, can surpass current V8
While it's already a certainty that the W206 Mercedes-AMG C 63 will lose the roaring V8 to an electrified four-pot, it appears that the next-generation E 63 will also be similarly downsized. …
Renault Austral teased – Kadjar successor due in 2022
Renault has revealed the name of its new C-segment SUV which will replace the popular Kadjar next year, and it’s called the Austral. According to the French carmaker, the name was registered …
