Kia PV5 passenger, cargo van – exterior images shown
Kia has unveiled early images of the production PV5, its first electric van which has been shown in passenger van and cargo van forms. The PV5 is the first model from the …
Mazda 6e to be launched in Thailand this year; one more EV, PHEV, two hybrids by 2027 – Malaysia too?
Mazda has announced a significant five billion baht (RM658.9 million) investment in its Thai manufacturing base AutoAlliance Thailand (AAT) that will help turn it into a compact SUV hub with an annual …
2026 Volvo XC60 facelift – new grille, wheels; 11.2-inch infotainment with Google built-in, revised interior
The Volvo XC60 has been revised for the 2026 model year with an updated look and revised equipment, now wearing a front grille that resembles that of its larger sibling the 2025 …
Honda open to resume Nissan merger talks, but only if Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida resigns – report
In a startling vote of no confidence, Honda is open to restarting merger talks with Nissan, but only if the latter's CEO Makoto Uchida resigns from the company. That's according to at …
Could brake dust be worse for you than diesel fumes?
Particulate matter (PM) from brake pads could be just as bad for your lungs as diesel emissions, CarExpert has cited a recent University of Southampton study as saying. Fine PM of less …
Donald Trump says he will impose 25% tariffs on cars imported into the US, applicable from April 2, 2025
United States president Donald Trump recently said he intends to impose a tariff of around 25% on imported cars, Reuters reports. Similar duties are also planned for semiconductors and pharmaceutical imports as …
Ford Ranger PHEV to get 281 PS 2.3 EcoBoost, 11.8 kWh batt, 45 km EV range, 10AT in Australia – report
Ahead of its mid-2025 Australian launch, CarExpert has revealed some details on the Ford Ranger PHEV that will be sold there - almost two years after it was first unveiled to the …
Suzuki Cappuccino set to return in 2026 – co-developed with Toyota, Daihatsu, no more kei roadster
Suzuki's classic kei roadster, the Cappuccino, could be making a surprise return next year, 27 years after it was discontinued. Only now, the open-top sports car won't be constrained by Japan's minicar …
Geely EX5 to get specific suspension, ADAS tuning for Australia – not using Proton-tuned suspension setup?
As Geely prepares to launch the EX5 (we know it as the Proton eMas 7) in Australia later this year, GoAuto reports that the EV SUV will get an Aussie-specific suspension setup …
BMW Vision Driving Experience previews Neue Klasse, electric M3 – test prototype with 18,000 Nm torque!
A wholesale reinvention is currently taking place at BMW, and it's giving a sneak peek at what's going on with the Vision Driving Experience. Set to debut at Auto Shanghai in April, …
Kia EV4 shown ahead of full debut on Feb 27 – new EV offered in fastback sedan and hatchback body styles
Ahead of Kia’s EV Day, the South Korean carmaker released the first images of the EV4 that will make its full debut at the event later this month. Showcasing the brand’s ‘Opposites …
Zeekr takes control of Lynk & Co as merger completes
As indicated last November, Geely has finally re-organised its electric vehicle brands with the consolidation of Zeekr and Lynk & Co. In a statement, Zeekr - which now holds a controlling 51% …
Honda considering HRC high-performance variants, positioned above Type R, Acura Type S models
For Honda brand enthusiasts, the Type R moniker is typically the most apparent representation of performance-focused efforts from the Japanese manufacturer. As it turns out, Honda considers there to be room for …
smart #6 sedan in the works to rival Tesla Model 3, based on Zeekr 007 – “well over 800 km” range
smart #3 Brabus shown It seems that smart is moving further and further away from the city cars it had once been synonymous with. Autocar reports that the brand's fourth new electric …
Toyota Corolla Cross facelift launched in Indonesia – 1.8L HEV hybrid-only, single CBU variant at RM165k
Toyota has launched the Corolla Cross facelift in Indonesia, five years after the original model appeared in the country. The crossover is now available solely as a hybrid - the pre-facelift's pure-ICE …
VinFast VF 3 EV launched in Indonesia, RM62k – 40 hp/110 Nm, 215 km NEDC – free charging for 3 years
Previously shown at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) as part of a broader VinFast brand launch in Thailand, the VinFast VF 3 has now been officially launched in Indonesia. The …
Geely EX5 in Indonesia – Proton eMas 7 twin, up to 495 km NEDC range, CKD in Q3 2025, from RM127k
Having been launched last month, the Geely EX5 has finally received its official pricing at the ongoing Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS). The electric SUV, a twin of the Proton eMas 7, …
Chery Tiggo Cross launched in Indonesia – renamed Tiggo 4 Pro with 1.5L NA; Ativa, WR-V rival fr. RM65k
The Chery Tiggo Cross has been launched in Indonesia. Also known as the Tiggo 4 Pro in some markets, it's a small SUV that sits below the B-segment Omoda 5, which means …
Nissan cost-cutting, new product plan to save RM11.5 billion, new partner search as Honda merger fails
With its merger plans with Honda now in tatters, Nissan is being forced to tighten its belt as it continues fighting for survival. The company has finally detailed the turnaround plan it …
Porsche to cut 1,900 more jobs by 2029 – reports
Amidst dropping China sales, high German production costs, intense competition and a slower-than-expected shift to EVs, Porsche wants to cut 1,900 more jobs at its Stuttgart headquarters and Weissach research centre over …
