Toyota Corolla Altis – a minor upgrade for 2011
Some news away from IIMS, then. UMW Toyota teases that a change is coming for the Corolla Altis, so, interest piqued, we checked with the company to see what was on the …
Jaguar XJL 3.0D and XFS 3.0D diesels officially introduced
We wrote about them earlier, but today is the day they get their official introduction. Sisma Auto officially introduced the XJL 3.0D and XFS 3.0D diesels earlier this afternoon at a media …
BMW Malaysia appoints Chear Motorrad as dealership
BMW Malaysia has appointed Chear Motorrad as its newest BMW Motorrad dealership. Chear Motorrad is the sister company of Chear Motor (H.Q.), one of the largest distributors for motorcycles, accessories and parts …
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback RA Edition – only 100 units
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has announced the introduction of the Lancer Sportback RA Edition. Based on the Lancer Sportback 2.4, the edition features a slew of Ralliart enhancements and will be a limited …
Nasim launches its 19th Peugeot showroom in Balakong
There's a new Peugeot showroom, and it's in Balakong - the new outlet will cater to the demand for Peugeot in Balakong, South Cheras, Kajang, Semenyih, Seri Kembangan, Serdang and Bangi. With …
Peugeot 207SV with bodykit and leather – RM76,888
UPDATE: Nasim has confirmed the 207SV's price of RM76,888 OTR Here are some pictures of a "special edition" Peugeot 207, posted by Peugeot Malaysia on their Facebook page. The captions for the …
JPJ mulling over using one’s birthday as the expiry date for a driving licence
Hands up, those of you who've forgotten to renew your driving licence when it has expired. I'm guessing there must be great many who have done just that, driven around for days, …
Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase coming in 2012
There's a new Rolls-Royce variant coming to town, and its the Ghost Extended Wheelbase (EWB) that was launched at Auto Shanghai earlier this year. RR personnel say that a year end launch …
Warisan TC Holdings inks deal with Beiqi Foton to assemble and distribute new range of light duty pickups
Warisan TC Holdings is set to expand its light commercial vehicles product range in the country, a report says. The company, through its 70%-owned subsidiary, Kereta Komersil Seladang, filed an announcement with …
Proton Exora with CVT and turbo slated for 2012 UK launch, diesel version planned for 2014
Back in June, we posted spyshots of a Proton Exora mule testing a new drivetrain combination - CFE Campro turbocharged engine with CVT gearbox - so we know that such a car …
MINI One – limited edition 31 units to debut in early August 2011 – more details unveiled!
The MINI Malaysia Facebook page has unveiled another teaser image for the upcoming limited edition MINI One. The following are the details that we can gather from the image: It advertises monthly …
Volkswagen Eos facelift now available – RM257,888
We've just noticed the new facelifted Volkswagen Eos has appeared on Volkswagen Group Malaysia's website. For the facelift, Volkswagen has updated the Eos with Volkswagen's latest family looks, clearly linking the Eos …
Paul Tan’s Automotive News wins NPC-Sime Darby Blogger Of The Year 2011 Award
Check out more photos at our Facebook page The National Press Club recently had their NPC-Naza Awards Night 2011, which is in its second year now. The NPC-Naza awards recognises Malaysian journalists …
Volvo S80 T5 launched – two versions, RM268k and RM295k
Volvo Car Malaysia today introduced the Volvo S80 T5, which replaces the S80 2.5T as the flagship model in the country. Two variants of the form are available, these being the S80 …
MINI One coming in August, only 31 units up for sale
There will be a new MINI variant hitting town soon, and it's the MINI One, according to MINI Malaysia's Facebook page. The same post also said that the MINI One will be …
INTERVIEW: We chat with Glenn Tan of Tan Chong International, on Subaru’s plans for Malaysia
An unexpected and truly surprising piece of news hit us last week, when Fuji Heavy Industries inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tan Chong Group to assemble Subaru vehicles in …
Bersih Road Closures in KL on 9th July 2011
The following major roads going in and out the city will be closed this Saturday, as part of the government's measures to head off the Bersih 2.0 rally. Please take note, and …
Facelifted Inokom i10 launched, RM47,988 to RM53,988
Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has launched the facelifted Inokom i10. Besides Hyundai's new corporate face, the latest i10 also comes with an improved 1.25-litre Kappa engine. The range now consists of three …
July 9: Puduraya bus services moved to Hentian Duta and Bdr Tasik Selatan, stage buses not allowed into city
As we all know, this Saturday (July 9) is the day that Bersih has chosen to make its stand, and the authorities are doing all they can to disrupt the gathering, which …
CONFIRMED: CKD Subaru model will be based on the XV Concept, brand to have 20 outlets in Malaysia by 2014!
Yesterday, we broke the news of Fuji Heavy Industries (FHI) and Tan Chong Group signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to assemble Subaru vehicles in Malaysia, making our country the regional production …
