BMW i6 reportedly on the way – planned debut in 2024
BMW has a few electric vehicles set to be launched in the near future, including the iX3 in 2020 as well as the iNEXT and i4 by 2021. It appears the list …
GALLERY: Updated 2020 Mazda MX-5 RF – RM260k
In August, Mazda Malaysia launched the updated MX-5 RF, with prices starting from RM259,154 for the manual transmission and RM260,354 for the automatic. That's nearly RM37k more than the original sticker price, …
All-new Peugeot 308 to get plug-in hybrid powertrain
The second-generation Peugeot 308 was first introduced in 2013, and competes against other models in its class like the Volkswagen Golf, Renault Megane and Ford Focus. However, while those competitors were given …
GALLERY: 2020 Mazda CX-8 2WD Mid Plus – RM186k
Just recently, Mazda Malaysia launched the locally assembled CX-8, a three-row SUV that seats up to seven individuals. Prices start from RM180k to RM218k, and the car you see here is of …
2019 year in review and what’s to come in 2020 – Ford, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Subaru and Volkswagen in Malaysia
After reporting on how the premium brands fared in 2019, we continue with the fourth edition of our year-end recap, where we now shift our focus to other carmakers that are also …
Nissan’s new No 3 resigns less than a month into role
There seems to be no respite for Nissan. The beleagured Japanese automaker, reeling from the loss of two top officials in the course of less than 12 months, had in October announced …
Toyota GR Supra laps the Nurburgring in just 7:52.17 – three seconds faster than the G29 BMW Z4 M40i!
https://youtu.be/aIflu3L5Cd8 As we all know, the Toyota GR Supra and G29 BMW Z4 were developed as part of a sports car collaboration involving both companies, with both sharing similar mechanicals but with …
Aston Martin aims to sell 5,000 units of DBX a year, new SUV to be largest-single volume car in its history
For fans of the Aston Martin brand, the DBX has been a long time coming, because the British automaker has never made an SUV in its long and illustrious history. According to …
Child car seat ruling – “unpopular measure” but necessary to ensure safety, says transport ministry
The transport ministry says that improving road safety will remain one of its top priorities, and that it will continue its push on issues - and implement necessary policies - related to …
Subaru Levorg Prototype STI Sport teased ahead of Tokyo Auto Salon debut – 1.8L turbo boxer engine
At this year’s Tokyo Motor Show, Subaru wheeled out the new Levorg Prototype that serves to preview the second generation of the station wagon model. The Japanese carmaker is following up on …
McLaren Speedtail is the fastest, most technically advanced model ever – 1,050 PS, 1,150 Nm, 403 km/h!
The McLaren Speedtail, which was unveiled in October 2018, went on a series of tests as part of a year-long developmental programme to further hone the hyper GT. After all, it is …
Daihatsu Taft Concept to debut at Tokyo Auto Salon
Daihatsu is bringing its A game to the Tokyo Auto Salon next month – in addition to the usual range of outlandishly modified vehicles, the compact car expert is also debuting the …
2019 year in review and what’s to come in 2020 – tough year for Mercedes-Benz and BMW, but Volvo soars
Having looked at how the national carmakers and Japanese brands fared in 2019, we continue on the year that was with the premium brands. It was a mixed year for players in …
GALLERY: Mazda CX-30 2.0L Skyactiv-G in Malaysia – High spec variant with keyless entry, AEB; RM164k
Mazda importer and distributor in Malaysia, Bermaz now has the Mazda CX-30 on display. The CX-30 is positioned in between the CX-3 and the CX-5, and is available in the Malaysian market …
Perodua likely to supply advanced driving assistance systems for third national car project – report
The forthcoming new national car that is to be developed by DreamEdge could see the contract to supply advance driving assistance systems awarded to Perodua, according to a report by Berita Harian. …
Volkswagen ID.3 production ongoing despite software issues, vehicles to be updated in storage – report
Volkswagen is pushing ahead with the production of its ID.3 fully electric vehicle despite 'massive' software problems, Manager Magazin reports. The hatchback EV has been in production at the facility in Zwickau, …
Kia Seltos to gain all-electric version in Asia – report
The Seltos is Kia's big bet in the burgeoning B-segment SUV market, and according to theKEEA, the car will receive an all-electric variant to add to the fierce competition in the sector. …
Proton Iriz R5: Why does it use the Evo X’s 4B11T mill?
Last week, we learned a great deal about why Mellors Elliot Motorsport (MEM) chose the Proton Iriz as its R5 rallying machine. As it turns out, the Iriz platform was exactly what …
SPIED: Daihatsu Thor in Malaysia with oil cooler – Perodua testing 1.0L turbo, CVT for D55L SUV?
Something peculiar to start your week – reader Mike Maximiliano caught two units of the rather amusingly named Daihatsu Thor in Melaka, wearing Selangor trade plates. Given the brand in question, these …
BMW i3 Urban Suite officially revealed for CES 2020
At the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January 2020, BMW will display the i3 Urban Suite, which it says provides a “a mobility experience tailored entirely to the passenger’s individual needs.” …
