Bangkok 2019: MG eZS – electric SUV ready for debut
Unlike in Malaysia, the Thai auto market has a couple of mass market full electric options available - one can walk into showrooms and drive away a Nissan Leaf or a Hyundai …
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Nissan’s battery business now under Chinese ownership – Envision AESC aiming to be No 2 globally
Nissan has completed the previously announced sale of its Automotive Energy Supply Corp (AESC) electric battery operations and production facilities to Envision Group, a Chinese renewable energy concern. The transaction was completed …
Mitsubishi eK Wagon, eK X launched in Japan – Dynamic Shield kei car with semi-autonomous driving
So far, Mitsubishi's bold "Dynamic Shield" design language has only been applied to the company's SUVs and pick-up trucks, but the new eK kei car, which have just been launched in Japan, …
New Alfa Romeo GTV leaked – 600 hp, debuts in 2022?
Last year in June, Alfa Romeo announced the exciting return of the GTV nameplate, a performance-oriented two-door coupe that seats four and features a 50:50 weight distribution. It seems like the Italian …
New Toyota Etios sedan unveiled, based on Bezza
Well, this is big news. Toyota has finally replaced its long-serving Etios budget sedan and, surprise, surprise, the new second-generation model – which has just been launched in Pakistan – is based …
Bangkok 2019: New Toyota Commuter passenger van
The next time you visit Thailand, there may be a new van shuttling you around. The all-new Toyota Hiace van made an appearance at the 2019 Bangkok International Motor Show in Commuter …
Bangkok 2019: Subaru XV GT Edition – bodykit, leather
Subaru wheeled out a kitted version of its XV crossover at the 2019 Bangkok International Motor Show. The Thai-market special edition is called the Subaru XV GT Edition and it's based on …
Volvo XC40 all-electric to be launched before end-2019
Volvo has revealed that its fully-electric version of its XC40 before the end of the year, Automotive News reports. The timeline follows that projected last year by the company, when it said …
Speed limiters to be mandatory for UK cars by 2022
Every new car sold in the UK and Europe may soon be fitted with a speed-limiting device, following several changes to vehicle safety rules that the European Union has provisionally agreed, The …
Bangkok 2019: Lexus UX 250h launched, from RM320k
Lexus has launched its smallest SUV in Thailand. The Lexus UX is billed as a "creative urban crossover" and is available in sole UX 250h hybrid from. Three trim levels are offered …
Next-gen Ford Kuga teased ahead of April 2 debut
The present-day C520 Ford Kuga is about to be succeeded by a new model, as teased by this short video clip by Ford. The second-gen SUV was facelifted in 2017, and is …
BMW mulling purchase of Honda UK plant – report
BMW is reportedly considering the reallocation of more vehicle production to the United Kingdom, and is said to have its sights on the Swindon manufacturing plant that is home to Honda Civic …
Lexus teases new model – Alphard-based luxury MPV?
It appears that Lexus is readying a new luxury MPV that will be unveiled at the 2019 Shanghai Auto Show next month. The bedazzled "Lexus Alphard" has been rumoured since October last …
Bangkok 2019: Suzuki Jimny launched, from RM199k!
Good things don't come easy, or cheap. The fourth-generation Suzuki Jimny is super cool, and it is now officially available in Thailand. But the small 4x4 also costs a small fortune - …
Geely, Daimler sign joint venture to develop smart
Geely and Daimler have formally announced the formation of an equal-parts, 50:50 joint venture for the ownership, operation and development of the smart brand's family of small urban vehicles. Prior to this, …
Bangkok 2019: Hyundai Kona Electric launched in Thailand – 39.2 or 64 kWh battery, from RM237k
The Hyundai Kona Electric made its Thai debut at the 2019 Bangkok International Motor Show. The Electric is the battery-powered EV version of Hyundai's compact Kona crossover, which is coming to Malaysia …
Kia Mohave Masterpiece SUV concept shown in Seoul
The Telluride may be Kia's new flagship SUV, but the Korean carmaker still makes the old Mohave for China and its home market. Like the Telluride, the Mohave is a massive three-row …
Bangkok 2019: Toyota C-HR GT bodykit introduced
The Toyota C-HR is already one of the more elaborate designs in today's car market, but that has not stopped people wanting to dress it up further. Owners can choose from Modellista …
2020 Hyundai Sonata – new 1.6L T-GDi engine, 180 hp
Hyundai has finally released some details regarding the all-new Sonata, ahead of its global debut at the 2019 Seoul Motor Show. The new D-segment sedan, which rides on the automaker's third-generation platform, …
Geely Boyue turns three, but is far from its final form
On March 26, 2019, Geely celebrated the third launch anniversary of its flagship SUV, the Geely Boyue. Now, Malaysians are no stranger to the Boyue - the C-segment SUV is known as …
