Tenaga begins peak/off-peak rate pilot programme
This should be of interest to plug-in hybrid owners - Tenaga Nasional has initiated a pilot programme that will charge users for their electricity based on peak and off-peak rates. The TNB …
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Volvo XC40 appearing on regional sites ahead of debut
After a teaser photo was leaked online recently, the all-new Volvo XC40 now makes an appearance on several regional websites (Germany and Netherlands), ahead of its official reveal. Naturally, there isn’t a …
India will ban driverless cars in order to protect jobs
Even though driverless cars may appear to be the way of the future, India is against having such vehicles on its roads. In reports by The Times of India and Hindustan Times, …
Panasonic develops drowsiness detection technology
Drowsiness detection has already made its way into series production cars - the Volkswagen Passat and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, to name but two. Going a step further, Japanese electronics maker Panasonic has …
Tesla Model 3 – production entry-level model unveiled
It's been more than a year since the Tesla Model 3 – the cheapest model by the Palo Alto company – was revealed in prototype form, but the production car has finally …
BMW teases Z4 replacement, debuts on August 17
BMW has released its first teaser of what is likely the replacement for the now-retired E89 Z4 roadster. The carmaker didn’t provide much in the way of details, merely stating all will …
Driven Web Series 2017 #1: plug-in hybrid sedans – BMW 330e vs Mercedes C350e vs VW Passat 2.0 TSI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8waJeBb0Sw&rel=0 Yes everyone, Driven Web Series is back, powered by Petronas Primax! For the 2017 season premiere, we’re looking at the latest pair of plug-in hybrid compact execs, the F30 BMW 330e …
Honda Malaysia introduces ‘Challenging Spirit’ merchandise – active wear products and accessories
Honda Malaysia has announced the introduction of a new merchandise line-up, which is made up of a number of lifestyle-oriented products. The stylish collection of apparel and associated gear is based on …
Toyota C-HR to appear in selected showrooms from August – 1.8L Dual VVT-i engine, CVT, ROI now open
For those who have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Toyota C-HR, good news. UMW Toyota has announced the compact SUV will be displayed at selected showrooms from next month onwards …
Renault-Nissan sold more cars than VW Group in H1
The Renault-Nissan alliance posted a half-year sales figure of 5,268,079 units made up of its Renault, Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Dacia, placing the group ahead of the Volkswagen Group for the first six …
GALLERY: Renault Koleos 2.5L 4WD – RM201,800 est.
Just a few days after it was introduced, we now bring now a full gallery of the Renault Koleos 2.5L 4WD, which has an estimated retail price of RM201,800. The new Koleos …
Porsche confirms WEC LMP1 exit, to join Formula E
And so the rumours have been confirmed by Porsche - the reigning thrice-on-the-trot 24 Hours of Le Mans winners in the LMP1 class will be leaving the top endurance racing class in …
Honda sets new production record for H1 2017 period
Honda Motor Company has announced its worldwide production results for the month of June 2017 and the first half of the calendar year (H1 2017). Starting with the former, Honda managed to …
2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom – eighth-gen model debuts
When it comes to luxury cars, the Rolls-Royce Phantom always appears to operate on a different plane from the rest of pack. The seventh-generation model, which has been around since 2003, is …
Porsche expected to leave WEC by end of year: report
The exodus continues, following Audi's departure from top-flight World Endurance Championship competition in the LMP1-Hybrid category at the end of last year; now, Porsche is expected to follow suit, with its departure …
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S launched in M’sia, fr RM1,100
Michelin's latest ultra high performance (UHP) tyre has been launched at the Michelin Passion Days event at the Sentul International Circuit in Indonesia today. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S, which sits …
Audi A6 and A7 Sportback now available as 2.0 TFSI quattro variants – priced at RM407,900 and RM484,900
Audi Malaysia has introduced new 2.0 TFSI quattro variants for the A6 and A7 Sportback, expanding the options offered to buyers here. The A6 2.0 TFSI quattro is priced at RM407,900, while …
Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift to arrive in Malaysia mid-2018 – E350e and E63 4Matic+ launching soon
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) is set to introduce two more W213 E-Class variants this year - the E 350 e plug-in hybrid that was announced in April still hasn't been officially priced, but …
Police studying use of e-reporting for traffic cases
The police are studying the feasibility of expanding the scope of the online e-Reporting system to include making police reports for traffic and crime cases, Bernama reports. According to Tan Sri Khalid …
Britain to ban sales of new petrol, diesel cars by 2040
Earlier this month, France had announced that it was set to ban the sale of petrol and diesel powered vehicles by 2040, and now, Britain has pledged to do the same, with …
