Proton says its first EV is “coming soon” – in by 2025?
At today’s launch of the Proton S70, Proton chairman Datuk Seri Syed Faisal Albar confirmed in his opening speech that Proton will launch its first electric vehicle (EV) soon. An exact date …
Next Nissan Skyline will be an EV fastback and SUV
A report by Japan’s Best Car Web indicates the next-generation Nissan Skyline will go fully electric and be offered in more than just one body style. Previous reports suggested the 14th-generation Skyline …
Chery Omoda E5 EV to be a CKD model in Indonesia
According to a report by Autonetmagz, the Chery Omoda 5 EV (also known as the Omoda E5) is expected to be launched in Indonesia in February next year in conjunction with the …
2024 European Car of The Year – seven finalists named
Last week, the candidates for the 2024 European Car of The Year were revealed, with the shortlist containing a total of 28 cars. Following the first stage of voting, the pool has …
Proton Exora engine swapped for 2.2L turbodiesel from Mazda CX-5 in Thailand – up to 209 hp, 440 Nm
Here’s something unique and rather interesting. Over in Thailand, a garage called Amon Auto Accessories has successfully transplanted a 2.2 litre turbodiesel engine from a Mazda CX-5 into a Proton Exora. How …
Toyota Hilux Champ launched in Thailand – budget truck for Asia; 2.0L, 2.7L petrol; 2.4L diesel; fr RM61k
The Toyota Hilux Champ has made its debut in Thailand. The new IMV series model codenamed 'IMV 0' is a big deal not just for Thailand, but for the wider ASEAN region …
2024 Porsche Panamera – third-gen gets more power, tech; Turbo E-Hybrid w 680 PS, 930 Nm, 91 km e-range
It might not look like it but this is the new, third-generation Porsche Panamera, which employs the marque's signature evolutionary design. The second-generation luxury sedan was still good looking at the end …
BMW prices in Malaysia to increase by 1% to 2% from Jan 1, 2024 – MINI service packages up by 0.3 to 0.5%
If you've been eyeing a particular BMW or MINI model, you have about a month to get it before it gets a bit more expensive. That's because BMW Group Malaysia has just …
Proton S70 spec sheet unveiled – compare Executive, Premium, Flagship and Flagship X variants
paultan.org Facebook Group member Zhen Feng Yap posted what appears to be official spec sheets of the upcoming Proton S70 sedan earlier today. All variants feature a 1.5 litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine …
Tesla Cybertruck hits showrooms ahead of launch
Tesla's next big launch is the Tesla Cybertruck, one that has been four years in the making since the shiny 'doorstopper on wheels' was unveiled to the public in 2019. It will …
Trailer loads of the Tesla Model 3 Highland arrive at Tesla Cyberjaya – deliveries to start very soon?
A trailer load of the Tesla Model 3 Highland has been spotted arriving at Tesla Centre Cyberjaya, signifying that we can expect customer deliveries very soon, as early as next week. Photos …
REVIEW: Tesla Model 3 Highland facelift in Malaysia – superb EV and great value, it’s better but not perfect
This is the reference point for EVs, and that's unfortunate for all the other carmakers selling EVs in Malaysia. Their plans were sound, and so were their electric cars, but many playing …
Proton Tanjung Malim shows off its quality control process in production of X50, X70, X90 SUV models
At present, the Proton plant in Tanjung Malim is the birthplace of national carmaker's recent models such as the X50, X70 and X90 lines of SUVs, whereas production of the Proton Saga …
Honda CR-V 2024 vs 2017 – new sixth-gen is larger, sharper looking and more premium than old fifth-gen
With the order books having been opened for it earlier this month, it won't be long before the sixth-generation Honda CR-V makes its Malaysian market debut, with the new SUV slated to …
MG MG4 seen in Malaysia – EV hatch coming soon?
The increasingly mainstream electric vehicle category in Malaysia could be about to gain a new entrant in the MG4 Electric, following its Thai-market debut late last year before its showing at the …
EON smart Glenmarie opens – 3S centre is multi-brand group’s first EV dealership; AC, 60 kW DC chargers
Multi-brand dealership group Edaran Otomobil Nasional (EON) has opened its first electric vehicle (EV) dealership. EON smart Glenmarie is a 3S centre for the new smart brand, which launched its first model …
2024 European Car of The Year nominees – 4 BYD, 3 Honda, 2 Toyota, 2 BMW, 2 Mercedes, 2 Hyundai
The candidates for the 2024 European Car of The Year have been announced, with a total of 28 cars named and which will be contesting for the coveted title. To be eligible, …
Tesla Destination Chargers now at Sunway Putra Mall and Pavilion Damansara Heights shopping centres
Tesla Malaysia has announced the opening of two destination charging stations in KL. There are a total of 11 new AC chargers, and they are at Pavilion Damansara Heights and Sunway Putra …
Stellantis coming to Malaysia – list of Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Opel models already seen testing locally
With yesterday's announcement that Stellantis will be establishing a new national sales company (NSC) in Malaysia in the first quarter of 2024, the automotive group will be directly managing sales and distribution …
Proton S70 GT, performance version rendered by Theo
Click to enlarge Whoa, what do we have here? Just a render, of course, but Theophilus Chin's latest creation is not completely a flight of fancy - you can do it at …
