Electric Kia Soul confirmed for mid 2014
Our friends at Auto Express have reported that production of an electric version of the next-gen Kia Soul has been confirmed, and that it will join the European line-up from mid-2014. Set …
Enforcement agencies to cooperate under new SOP – roadblocks to involve more comprehensive checks
Enforcement agencies are definitely stepping up their game. The advent of the Automated Enforcement System (AES) isn't just the only thing errant motorists will have to contend with. Roadblocks in the future …
NEC develops tech to improve Li-ion capacity by 30%
In Japan, a report states that NEC has developed technology that improves the storage capacity of lithium-ion batteries by at least 30%, which paves the way for EVs to achieve long-distance travel. …
All-New Ford Focus Challenge – sedan up for grabs!
If you've bought yourself a new third-gen Ford Focus, or have already booked one, here's some news of interest. Ford has announced details for its All-New Ford Focus Challenge, with all customers …
Ford Fiesta ECOnetic 1.6 TDCi achieves 38.5km/l mark
Some fuel economy-related news, and how diesel comes up trumps again. Over in the UK, the annual 2012 ALD Automotive / Shell FuelSave MPG Marathon held last weekend saw a Ford Fiesta …
Proton Green Mobility Challenge: IIUM is overall champion, UMP and UTeM are runners-up
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) bagged the overall honours at the inaugural Proton Green Mobility Challenge (PGMC), held at the Sepang circuit last weekend. Their Saga EV, named 'Smart Mobility,' also …
BMW ActiveHybrid 3 test drive review – is it just a 335i with an electric motor, or more?
A car company that builds incredibly good diesel cars that are both really fast and really fuel efficient goes ahead and builds a hybrid car with a big engine. This is the …
VIDEO: Winners of the Toyota 86 Cutout Contest experience the modern day “hachiroku” going around corners and going sideways!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpnxRC0_E_o Not too long ago we launched the Toyota 86 Cutout Contest which saw you, the readers of this website explore your creativity with scaled paper cutouts of the 86. We received …
Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid introduced – RM617k
Volkswagen Malaysia has introduced the Touareg 3.0 V6 TSI Hybrid locally, and the hybrid Typ 7P5 joins the RM429k 3.6 V6 FSI in the model lineup in the country. Its arrival also …
Audi and Joule developing new e-fuels
Something along bio-tech lines. Audi and US-based fuels specialist Joule have developed a remarkable process to produce e-ethanol and e-diesel, whereby microorganisms suspended in brackish or waste water can use sunlight and …
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid sets land speed record
A specially-modified Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid has set a Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) H/PS land speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah, averaging 186.313 mph (299.842 km/h) over two runs. …
Changan to be represented by Tan Chong in five ASEAN countries – Malaysia not among them
Over in Singapore, news has come about that Tan Chong International is set to distribute Changan Automobile products in five countries around the region. The company will represent the Chinese brand in …
Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet: rendering of topless Mk7
Click to enlarge. The Volkswagen Golf Mk7 made its debut in five-door hatch form, and the three-door style has showed up in the Golf GTI Concept, which premiered in Paris. Down the …
SPIED: Renault Fluence ZE spotted on transporter
Thanks go to reader Qhal, who sent in these photos of what appears to be a Renault Fluence ZE being transported on the KESAS highway. The electric vehicle, built in Turkey, is …
Mitsubishi Mirage to show at Mid Valley, Oct 10-14
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) will be giving the public a sneak preview of its upcoming Mirage hatchback from October 10 to 14 (this Wednesday to Sunday) at Mid Valley Megamall. The first …
AES locations – the full list of 831 camera spots
We reported earlier that the full complement of 831 Automated Enforcement System (AES) cameras will be up and running in 18 months from now, with the cams set to be deployed in …
BMW Malaysia to open MINI Ingress in Bangsar, 2WD MINI Cooper S Countryman introduced – RM268,888
BMW Group Malaysia has added Ingress Auto to the network of authorised MINI representatives in the country. The new MINI dealership, MINI Ingress, is scheduled to open on Jalan Maarof in Bangsar …
Yes 4G Proton Inspira spotted on oto.my
Well, looks like the one-off 4G internet-enabled Proton Inspira is up for sale. The car, won by Ng Oon-Ee in the Yes/Proton online contest, has been spotted on our sister site oto.my, …
All 831 AES cameras up within the next 18 months
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) plans to install a total of 831 Automated Enforcement System (AES) cameras in stages throughout the next 18 months, Bernama reports. The cameras will be installed in …
Mitsubishi Mirage – rendering offers the sedan take
Click to enlarge. Mitsubishi hasn't officially stated that its Mirage compact will be shaped in any other manner than it is now, as a five-door hatchback, but that hasn't stopped rendering guru …
