Lexus CT 200h gets TRD bodykit, 4-exhaust makeover
The Lexus CT 200h is pretty much a forgotten model in today's SUV crazy car market, but that's not a disaster because the hybrid hatchback has been around since 2011 after all. …
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Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar updated with carbon bits
Volvo has given its S60 and V60 Polestar models a subtle refresh for the 2018 model year. The high-performance sedan and wagon gain a smattering of aerodynamic addenda made from carbon fibre, …
Toyota Safety Sense reduces rear-end crashes by 90%
Japanese automaker giant Toyota has announced plans to expand its adoption of safety support technologies to continue reducing the incidence of collisions, in particular rear-end collisions. The company has found that vehicles …
Chery to target Europe with new global brand – Frankfurt-bound SUV shows design direction
The larger Chinese carmakers are making a renewed push to go global, and they have mature Western markets in their sights. Geely has established the Lynk & Co brand for that purpose. …
BMW ahead of Daimler, VW in profitability for 1H 2017
A study has revealed that BMW is ahead of rival Daimler and world No 2 automaker Volkswagen in terms of profitability for the first half of 2017. According to the Ernst & …
SPYSHOTS: Production 2018 BMW X4 with no camo
We have here the production 2018 BMW X4, codenamed G02, out in the open without an inch of disguise. Trailers carrying the second-generation BMW X4 have been spotted by the carparazzi in …
Volvo XC90 T8 PHEV now cheaper in Thailand due to Malaysian assembly, but still RM224k costlier than MY
The Volvo XC90 is now cheaper in Thailand, thanks to imports from Malaysia instead of Sweden, the Bangkok Post reports. Malaysian assembly has reduced retail prices by around one million baht in …
Former Volkswagen engineer gets 40 months prison time, RM853k fine over “leading role” in Dieselgate
A Volkswagen engineer has received a stiffer-than-expected sentence for his role in the Dieselgate saga - James Liang has been slapped with a 40-month sentence and a US$200,000 (RM853,032) fine for his …
2018 Porsche Cayenne – images of third-gen leaked
The new Porsche Cayenne is set for a global reveal on August 29, which is tomorrow, but the first official images have been leaked, the pix coming to light courtesy of Auto …
VW California XXL Concept, the ultimate holiday home
This looks fun, really fun. The Volkswagen California XXL Concept sees Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles take the concept of the California - the most popular camper van ever - and apply it to …
Uber suspended, faces a hefty fine in the Philippines
Over in the Philippines, Uber will have to pay a penalty of 190 million pesos (RM15.8 million) to lift a one-month suspension imposed by the country's Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board …
Toyota to unveil sports car line in Japan next month?
Toyota apparently has something exciting in store next month, as it's set to announce a new sports car line in Japan that is said to be the equivalent of Lexus' high-performance F …
Michelin provides rubber knowhow for Etnies outsoles
Shoes and automotive rubber brands have had collaborations for a few years now - the popular adidas boost range of running shoes with Continental rubber, to name one - and it appears …
Audi A8 now comes with 3D sound for rear occupants
The new Audi A8 takes rear passenger audio quality to the next level with the introduction of 3D sound, developed with long-time audio equipment partner and hi-fi specialist Bang & Olufsen. The …
Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive – CF wheels from 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RbJbh2PraI Woven carbon-fibre wheels are now available as an option on the Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive - itself a more lavishly equipped version of the 911 Turbo S. The optional wheel …
Uber announces all-round fare increase in Hong Kong
Uber users in Hong Kong are now forking out more per journey, the ride-sharing provider having upped fares earlier this week. The company attributed the price hikes to "an evaluation of the …
Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 – from RM208k in UK
The new Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 is set for debut this October in the UK. Re-engineered by Arctic Trucks, a 4x4 specialist with a long history in Iceland and Scandinavia, the …
Next-gen Suzuki Jimny 4×4 undisguised images leaked
The Suzuki Jimny has been around in its current third-generation form for almost a decade now, but the tiny off-roader is set to get a reboot at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show …
Ariel HIPERCAR project officially announced – 1,180 hp, 1,800 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 2.4 seconds, 2019 launch
Ariel has finally revealed a bevy of details about its upcoming ultra-high performance, range extended, electric sports car project – HIPERCAR. Keep in mind that ‘HIPERCAR isn’t the car’s actual name as …
Maserati Ghibli facelift unveiled in new GranLusso trim
Maserati has released first images of the facelifted Ghibli, featuring blink-and-you'll-miss-it exterior tweaks. The revised version of the trident-badged executive sedan is showcased in these photos in the new luxury-oriented GranLusso trim …
