Suzuki XL7 ‘Ertiga SUV’ launched in Thailand, RM106k
The Suzuki XL7 is now available in Thailand, in a sole GLX trim level for 779,000 baht (RM106,107). The SUV-styled version of the Ertiga MPV undercuts the Honda BR-V and Mitsubishi Xpander …
Tesla misleading customers with Autopilot claims?
Tesla's claims of self-driving functionalities are being scrutinised by German authorities, and a court is scheduled to rule on whether those claims are misleading customers or not. According to a report by …
LEVC VN5 debuts – EV black cab becomes a delivery van; up to 484 km of range; 5,500 litres of cargo space
The London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) has launched the new VN5, an electric light commercial van that joins TX taxi (previously known as the TX5) and shuttle in the company’s line-up of …
Jeep Wrangler teased with 6.4L Hemi 392 V8 engine
Jeep posted on its Facebook page a partial image of what appears to be its iconic Wrangler, one that boasts of a very prominent scoop on its bonnet with the number '392' …
Coronavirus pandemic grinds car-sharing to a halt
The rise of urban congestion and generational shift in mindsets when it comes to car ownership have given many companies valid reasons to develop car sharing platforms, but the coronavirus pandemic has …
2021 Kia Grand Carnival interior gets more space, tech
The full reveal of the new fourth-generation Kia Grand Carnival is coming along slowly but surely. Last month, the Korean carmaker showed the exterior of the car, and today it has given …
Honda and China’s CATL form alliance for EV batteries
Honda and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Limited (CATL) have signed an agreement to form a comprehensive strategic alliance on new energy vehicle (NEV, China's term for EVs and PHEVs) batteries. This is …
A90 Toyota Supra GRMN rumoured to get new G80 BMW M3 engine with 520 PS and seven-speed DCT
A new report by Japan’s Best Car Web claims a high-performance GRMN version of the A90 Toyota Supra will arrive in 2023, which will be equipped with the same engine found in …
Ford Bronco without doors, roof seen ahead of launch
The 2021 Ford Bronco is about to make its debut very soon, at 8pm United States time on July 13 (tomorrow), and one more leaked image of the Blue Oval's forthcoming off-roader …
Audi RS models to stay quattro, won’t get RWD option
Despite the return of the Audi R8 V10 RWD, Audi Sport said there are no plans to expand the rear-wheel drive offering to the rest of its range. Talks of possible RWD …
FCA recalls over 900k cars in the US for airbag covers
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) said late last week that it would recall 925,239 vehicles in the United States to replace airbag covers on their steering wheels. The recall involves older models and …
Nissan Ariya teased yet again before July 15 reveal
https://youtu.be/jKXSiwBj2ZA Nissan has teased the Ariya yet again ahead of an official debut later this week, revealing bit more of the electric crossover’s production skin. The EV was first previewed at last …
Ford to continue producing, selling Police Interceptors despite being told to rethink relationship with police
The killing of George Floyd by policemen in the US has sparked great outrage and mobilised various anti-racism and anti-police brutality movements. In the wake of this, Ford employees have been inspired …
Nissan GT-R Offroad “Godzilla 2.0” – 600 hp off-roader
Even though the Nissan GT-R comes with a fancy ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system, the sports car is more suited for use on the track rather than going off tarmac. However, that’s …
Aston Martin DBX production commences at St Athan
The first production Aston Martin DBX has rolled off the manufacturing line at the British carmaker's St Athan facility, making the DBX the first Aston Martin to be made in Wales. Development …
X247 Mercedes-Benz GLB debuts in Thailand – three-row SUV; GLB 200 Progressive variant from RM390k
The X247 Mercedes-Benz GLB was first revealed in June last year and has now been introduced in Thailand. Available in a sole GLB 200 Progressive variant priced at 2.86 million baht (RM390,168), …
2020 Audi TT RS, RS4 Avant & RS Q8 models launched in Thailand – priced from RM723k to RM1.5 million!
Meister Technik, the authorised importer of Audi cars in Thailand, has launched three RS models to kick off its high-performance portfolio. The debuting trio are the TT RS at 5.3 million baht …
Tesla is ‘very close’ to level 5 autonomous tech – Musk
Tesla is "very close" to achieving Level 5 autonomous driving tech, the electric vehicle specialist's CEO Elon Musk said yesterday, reported by Reuters. "I’m extremely confident that Level 5 or essentially complete …
Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition sets new FWD lap record at Suzuka – two minutes, 23.993 seconds
The Honda Civic Type R Limited Edition is now officially the fastest front-wheel-drive car to lap the Suzuka circuit. The automaker confirmed that the car accomplished the feat in , besting the …
Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger Continuation – first customer car of 25 completed; 4,500 hours of work
The first new Aston Martin DB5 to be built in 55 years has finally been completed, with “Job 1” in the DB5 Goldfinger Continuation programme leaving the production line recently. The programme …
