Tesla to source battery cells from Eve Energy, Kedah?
Apparently a Malaysian factory will soon supply batteries for Tesla cars, if reports today turn out to be accurate. Listed Chinese battery company Eve Energy announced that it signed a deal to …
2025 Toyota Camry Glorious Edition launched in China – enhanced interior and kit; hybrid; from RM124k
GAC Toyota, the joint venture between GAC Group and Toyota, has unveiled a special edition of the ninth-generation Camry in China. Called the Glorious Edition, it retails from 202,800 yuan (about RM124k) …
Lorry operators association calls for stricter penalties on drivers, companies failing to ensure vehicle safety
You often hear the calls for stricter penalties to be imposed on lorry drivers or transport companies found guilty of failing to ensure the safety of their vehicles, most notably after a …
Tesla’s Megafactory in Shanghai set for completion
Tesla China has announced that the US electric vehicle maker is slated to complete the build of its new Megafactory in Shanghai by the end of this year. The facility, which began …
2025 Chery Tiggo 5X – Omoda 5 twin launched with 156 hp/230 Nm 1.5L turbo; from RM42k in China
The Chery Tiggo 5X High Energy Edition has been launched in China, and the B-segment SUV goes to the Chinese market at prices ranging from 69,900 yuan (RM42,807) to 83,900 yuan (RM51,388), …
Lynk & Co L946 teased – flagship SUV undergoes winter testing; PHEV expected; China launch in 2025
Lynk & Co has teased its upcoming flagship SUV currently codenamed L946, which will make its official debut in 2025 to take on rivals like Huawei’s Aito M9, Li Auto’s Li L9 …
Radar King Kong launched in China – EV pick-up truck cheaper than RD6; up to 381 PS, 605 km CLTC range
Geely has launched the new Radar King Kong in China, where it is priced from 99,800 to 159,800 yuan (about RM61k to RM98k) and available in seven trim levels. According to CarNewsChina, …
Renault mulling “all options” re: Nissan-Honda merger
Renault has cautiously weighed in on the Nissan-Honda merger announcement, saying it "will consider all options based on the best interest of the Group and its stakeholders." The French carmaker said in …
CATL announces new EV skateboard platform capable of withstanding 120 km/h impact without catching fire
CATL CIIC skateboard platform from 2023 Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), the world's biggest EV battery maker, has launched a new electric vehicle chassis that has safety as its key selling point. According …
Xpeng X9 spotted Malaysia – 7-seat EV MPV with up to 503 PS, 702 km CLTC EV range; launching in 2025?
Bermaz Xpeng appears to be gearing up to introduce the Xpeng X9 in Malaysia following a recent sighting of the fully electric MPV. Spotted along Jalan Kemajuan Subang, the vehicle photographed can …
2025 Nio ET9 launched in China – world’s first 900V EV; 707 PS flagship sedan, up to 650 km CLTC range
One year after revealing the ET9, Nio has officially launched the flagship sedan that retails for 788,000 yuan (about RM485k) before options. The Chinese carmaker is also offering the ET9 First Edition, …
Perodua enters into strategic partnership with TM for EV development and infrastructure upgrade
Perodua has entered into a strategic partnership with TM to advance electric vehicle (EV) development, digital innovation, and sustainable growth. Formalised during a recent signing ceremony between Perodua president and CEO Datuk …
Toyota set to build its own EV plant in China – report
Toyota is said to be preparing to build a new factory in China to produce electric vehicles, with the facility to be set up in Shanghai, the Nikkei has reported. Sources familiar …
Nissan, Honda merger a “desperate move” – Ghosn
Nissan and Honda may have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore a merger, but former Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn isn't so optimistic about the deal, telling Bloomberg in an …
Honda, Nissan sign MoU to explore merger – decision by June 2025; Mitsubishi considering joining alliance
It’s now official. Honda and Nissan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the possibility of a merger (worded as “business integration” in the joint press release), which will see …
Toyota pledges RM7.2 billion investment into Thailand for production of engines, hybrid-electric motors
Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda has pledged an investment of 55 billion baht (RM7.2 billion) into Thailand for the expansion of its hybrid vehicle production operations, the Bangkok Post has reported. This investment …
Honda and Nissan set to announce start of merger talks, aiming to conclude discussions by June 2025
Honda and Nissan are set to unveil a pact to explore a merger, with the automakers' chief executives - joined by the head of Nissan partner Mitsubishi Motors - reportedly due to …
Volkswagen to cut 35,000 jobs by 2030 – RM19 billion saving targeted, Germany output to drop by 734k units
Volkswagen will be cutting 35,000 jobs across its German locations by 2030, with the aim of saving 1.5 billion euros (RM7.03 billion) annually in labour costs through the Zukunft Volkswagen (translated as …
BYD Malaysia strengthens after-sales – 21 service centres nationwide including 17 body and paint
Eyeing a BYD? Here are more reasons to take the plunge. We know nothing beats peace of mind in the overall ownership experience, and so does the EV maker, which now operates …
Nio officially reveals new Firefly EV in China – pre-orders from RM91k; launching in Europe in 1H 2025
Nio has officially launched its new firefly sub-brand at the recent Nio Day 2024, with the first model being offered simply called Firefly. The new electric vehicle (EV) will not only be …
