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  W223 Mercedes-Benz S-Class to get M256 3.0L inline-six, M176 4.0L EQ Boost mills; 6.0L V12 for Maybach

  24 August 2020 / 2 comments

  More details have surfaced regarding the next-generation W223 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. According to a Motor Trend report, the entry-level S500 will get the M256 3.0 inline-six petrol engine, while the S 580 will be more popular […]

   

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  Thailand believes its status as the primary automotive production hub in Southeast Asia remains secure

  24 August 2020 / 5 comments

  Thailand believes that it will maintain its status as a major car production base – and primary ASEAN production hub – in the post-Covid-19 period, despite the pandemic having affected the auto industry, as it […]

   

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  Next Volkswagen Passat to receive fully electric version; more spacious cabin in the works – report

  24 August 2020 / 2 comments

  The ninth-generation Volkswagen Passat has been given approval, after more than a year of internal debate regarding the future of its D-segment sedan and station wagon, Autocar has reported. This comes after Volkswagen chairman Herbert […]

   

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  2020 Honda Civic hatchback gets Mugen accessories

  24 August 2020 / 3 comments

  Mugen has officially launched a line of accessories for the FK Honda Civic hatch. These modifications (mostly for aesthetics) can be fitted on the existing and pre-facelift model, whereas certain exterior components can even be […]

   

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  2021 Jeep Grand Wagoneer teased before Sept 3 debut

  24 August 2020 / 1 comment

  Jeep is continuing its teaser campaign for the upcoming Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer with two new images posted on its official Facebook page. The American carmaker also dropped an official debut date, which is September […]

   

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  Lotus Evija delayed by at least five months; ongoing development finds more downforce, power – Popham

  24 August 2020 / 1 comment

  Customer deliveries of the Lotus Evija have been delayed by a minimum of five months due to delays in its testing programme caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Autocar has reported. The first cars were originally […]

   

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  Porsche investigates itself over engine manipulation, proactively informed German, US authorities – report

  24 August 2020 / 1 comment

  Here’s a possible case of turning yourself in before they come for you. According to Bild am Sonntag (BamS), shared by Reuters, Porsche has launched an internal investigation into the suspected manipulation of petrol engines. […]

   

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  Proton Saga exported to Kenya, CKD local assembly

  22 August 2020 / 32 comments

  A Proton Saga in Nairobi? As unlikely as that sounds, it will soon be reality, as the Malaysian carmaker has just shipped its first batch of cars to Kenya. The 30 units of Sagas got […]

   

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  EZ-Link x Touch ’n Go Motoring Card launched – SEA’s first dual-currency, cross-border contactless card

  21 August 2020 / 5 comments

  Those that frequently travel between Singapore and Malaysia will probably be familiar with the idea of carrying both an EZ-Link and Touch ‘n Go (TnG) card to either pay for tolls or even public transport. […]

   

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  Volkswagen ID.4 production in Zwickau starts ahead of Sept debut; Chattanooga production to start in 2022

  21 August 2020 / 0 comments

  Volkswagen ID.4 images from Chinese government filing Production for the Volkswagen ID.4 has commenced at the automaker’s manufacturing plant in Zwickau, Germany, ahead of the all-electric SUV’s world debut scheduled for the end of September. […]

   

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  Geely Preface commercial takes aim at the BMW M4, Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe and Porsche Panamera

  21 August 2020 / 43 comments

  Following the debut of the Geely Preface just a few days ago, the company has now released a commercial for its new luxury sedan. Based on the ad spot, the Chinese carmaker certainly has big […]

   

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  2021 Lexus ES gains AWD, Black Line Special Edition

  21 August 2020 / 5 comments

  The Lexus ES enters the 2021 model year in the US, and there are two new variants of the sedan. The 2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD introduces all-wheel-drive to the series for the first time, […]

   

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  2021 Porsche Taycan – quicker acceleration, new charging functions, additional equipment and colours

  21 August 2020 / 2 comments

  The Porsche Taycan will receive a range of updates for the 2021 model year that will take effect from October, and the range-topping Taycan Turbo S benefits to the tune of a 0-200 km/h sprint […]

   

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  2020 Subaru Levorg officially debuts in Japan – SGP platform; new 1.8L turbo boxer engine and EyeSight X

  21 August 2020 / 8 comments

  This is it, the all-new Subaru Levorg. The second-generation wagon has made its debut in Japan and becomes the latest model to make the switch to the Subaru Global Platform (SGP), which also underpins the […]

   

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  2020 Toyota Yaris and Yaris Ativ facelift launched in Thailand – now with AEB and new styling; from RM72k

  19 August 2020 / 26 comments

  Shortly after the reveal of the facelifted Toyota Vios in the Philippines, the refreshed B-segment sedan has now made its way to Thailand, where it is known as the Yaris Ativ. The new Vios is […]

   

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