No car, but Chinese startup raises US$1 bil in funding
Over in China, news has emerged of a Chinese automotive concern reportedly managing to raise US$1 billion in funding. Not a biggie, except that the company in question is a startup, one …
Samsung purchases a US$449 million stake in BYD
Last week, it was reported that Samsung was in talks to purchase a stake in BYD, China’s largest EV manufacturer. The deal has now been concluded, with a unit of South Korea’s …
Samsung in talks to purchase stake in BYD in order to spur electronics supply to China EVs – report
You can currently buy Samsung smartphones, TVs, fridges, washing machines and even cars – but what about a Samsung electric vehicle? South Korea's largest chaebol is apparently scratching that itch, as, according …
Roewe RX5 unveiled – “internet car” with Alibaba OS
If you’re a frequent internet shopper, you’ve probably heard of Alibaba. From power banks to clothing, the e-commerce company sells a wide range of products, and will now enter the automobile industry …
GALLERY: Leopaard CS10 SUV coming to Malaysia early-2017, target price under RM120k – we drive it!
Spyshots of the Leopaard CS10 were sent to us last month; now, we're having a first proper look at the real thing, as well as a short test drive. The company bringing …
Haval H2 launched – three variants, RM87k to RM98k
Following earlier previews, the Haval H2 has been officially launched. Haval's sole Malaysian distributor Go Auto hopes that with the introduction of the H2, it will be able to capture a bigger …
SPIED: Leopaard CS10 arrives in Malaysia for testing
No, that's not a typo – it really is spelt the Leopaard CS10, with two A's. The Chinese SUV has been spotted by our reader Sean Woo, undergoing testing here in Malaysia …
PSA Group and Dongfeng sign agreement to build new e-CMP platform for future all-electric cars
A new milestone has been attained in the strategic partnership between the PSA Group and Dongfeng Motor at the presentation of the “5A+” medium-term plan for Dongfeng Peugeot Citroen Automobile (DPCA) on …
Chery Tiggo 7 showcased at the Beijing Motor Show
On the stands at the 2016 Beijing Motor Show is the Chery Tiggo 7. Making its debut for there, the vehicle is actually a production version of the 2012 Chery TX Concept, …
Qoros Qamfree cam-less engine with Koenigsegg tech
In a new development, Koenigsegg subsidiary Freevalve AB has announced a new partnership with Chinese automaker Qoros Auto. The outcome of the partnership is continued development of Freevalve’s Pneumatic Hydraulic Electric Actuator …
LeEco LeSEE to overhaul the Chinese auto industry
It appears that China’s answer to Tesla's electric vehicles, the LeSEE aims to transform the Chinese auto industry, Tech in Asia reports. Chinese startup LeEco, unveiled its all-electric four-door sedan recently. The …
Chana Era Star II van and pick-up available in Malaysia
Berjaya China Motors has just launched the Chana Era Star II pick-up and van. The pick-up comes in a single cab or double cab form and a total of six variants - …
Haval H7 – production version set for market debut
This is the Haval H7 SUV, which is set to make its domestic market debut at Auto China 2016 in Beijing next week. Leisurely would best describe its deployment, because the vehicle …
Geely to launch new “L” car brand next year – report
Geely will be launching a new brand come 2017, according to a report by Reuters. Based on the word of insiders, the brand is codenamed “L” while the cars will be based …
Maxus G10 MPV launched in Malaysia, from RM136k – new 10-seater with 225 hp/345 Nm 2.0 litre turbo
Weststar Malaysia has officially launched the imported (CBU) Maxus G10 today, a few months after we initially previewed a pre-production unit of the large MPV back in June 2015. Prices (OTR without …
Chery and JAC tease crossover and SUV concepts
Chinese automakers Chery and JAC will each be bringing concepts to the Beijing motor show later this month. Chery will be showing off its FV2030, a sleek-looking crossover, while JAC will be …
BYD claims it makes the world’s best electric cars
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUx9Fx9NsdY “If you aren’t first, you’re last.” While that quote may sound familiar, it’s what carmaker BYD is striving for, as explained in its corporate video. Released by BYD of Brazil, the …
BAIC electric supercar concept leaked ahead of debut
Two images of a new all-electric supercar concept from the Beijing Automotive Industry Corporation (BAIC) have leaked online. According to several reports, the Chinese state-owned car maker is gearing up to debut …
GALLERY: MG GS SUV makes debut at Bangkok 2016
The MG range in Thailand gets a new member in the GS SUV, which made its public debut at the ongoing 2016 Bangkok Motor Show. The GS - which first broke cover …
MG GS makes Thai debut – 2.0L turbo, from RM141k
MG Thailand will be giving the MG GS its public debut at the 2016 Bangkok International Motor Show, which officially kicks off tomorrow with the press day. The SUV, which first broke …
