Power has never defined the Toyota Harrier in over 23 years - Here’s what it stood for

The premium SUV market was shaped by the Toyota Harrier
Four generations, only one had a turbo
But power has never been what the Harrier is about

It’s obvious by now that SUVs are the current flavour of the automotive world. Even at the upper echelon of cars, there’s an SUV option like the Rolls-Royce Cullinan or Lamborghini Urus. If we were to trace this back to where it all began, it would be the Toyota Harrier.

Development work for the first-generation Toyota Harrier began as early as 1994 and by 1997, it was shown to the world. In Japan, it was launched as the Toyota Harrier while the rest of the world saw it as the first-generation Lexus RX (XU10).


Owner Review: Pioneering technology, stepping into the unknown, My 2011 Toyota Prius 1.8

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Basic information of my car:
2011 Toyota Prius 1.8


CKD in Pakistan: 2021 Proton Saga project fires up, Proton X70 to join soon

Al-Haj Automotive Pvt. Ltd. – distributor and now manufacturer of Proton cars in Pakistan – have commenced local assembly (CKD) of the 2021 Proton Saga there, according to Mr. Aris Anuar, the company's Chief Manufacturing Officer.
Officiating the event was the President of Pakistan, Mr. Arif Alvi. Also in attendance were Mr. Hilal Afridi, the Chief Executive Officer of Proton Pakistan, and the Consul-General of Malaysia in Karachi, Mr. Khairul Nazran.

Mr. Aris with the Saga

Meanwhile, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Proton, Dato’ Mohd Radzaif, also joined the event albeit virtually.


2020 Isuzu D-Max is the safest pick-up truck in ASEAN

The 2020 Isuzu D-Max has always been known for being a robust and reliable pick-up truck. Now it can also be known as the safest pick-up truck in the South East Asia region. Earlier in February, the Isuzu D-Max scored maximum 5 stars at the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) crash safety tests.
Introduced in October 2019 at the Bangkok Motor Expo, the all-new third generation Isuzu D-Max is built on a whole new platform known as the Isuzu Dynamic Drive Platform. Almost 50 percent of the body is made using ultra-strength steel. Aside from that, the truck also came equipped with dual SRS airbags (6 airbags on higher range variants), ABS, and seat belt reminder across all variants while the higher variants also get Stability Control and Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert.


Frustrated with waiting list? VW Malaysia's website shows you available units in real-time

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has refreshed its eShowroom to provide greater convenience for those looking to purchase a Volkswagen.

Filter your desired vehicle

On the revamped website, customers will now have access to available units on sale at Volkswagen authorised dealerships nationwide in real time. Loosely based on the concept of “what you see is what you get”, only models that are available at dealerships will be featured.

Units available in real-time

Customers may search the website to find what models are currently available and their locations, and decide to either book a test drive, or reserve the unit online with a standard booking fee of RM 1,500. They will then be contacted by the preferred dealer on next steps to complete the purchase.


Owner Review: The C-Segment Underdog - Hyundai Elantra

** This article is the personal experience of a 2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport 1.6T owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar.
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JPJ Melaka to auction MINI Cooper and Subaru Impreza; From RM 10k

The Road and Transport Department (JPJ) in Melaka will be auctioning off 46 vehicles in September. A MINI Cooper 3-Door and a Subaru Impreza are two of the cars the department is looking to auction off with a starting price of RM 10,000. JPJ hopes to gain at least RM 1.5 million from the auction.

According to the director of JPJ Melaka, Muhammad Firdaus Shariff, the cars on auction were cloned cars confiscated during various raids. The ownership of each car was forfeited before they are put up for auction starting from 6-September-2021 to 20-September-2021.


KJ LRT Line fully back online; Trains still operating at 5 minute intervals

The Kelana Jaya LRT Line is back in operation ahead of the promised suspension of 16 train stations until 15-November-2022. The train service is now fully operational starting from 6 am on 14-November-2022.
In a release by Prasarana Malaysia Bhd, the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) had given the green light for service along the line to resume after confirming that the Automatic Train Control system (ATC) is stable.


Proton's Smart EV, sold by Mercedes-Benz dealers - Hap Seng Smart is Pro-Net's first authorised dealer

  Digital rendering, Smart signage is not up yet on Hap Seng outlets

Proton’s subsidiary Pro-Net has appointed Hap Seng Smart Sdn. Bhd. as its first authorised dealer for the soon-to-be-launched electric-only Smart brand in Malaysia.
Hap Seng is a household name synonymous with Mercedes-Benz cars and with Smart now re-structured as a joint venture between Geely and Mercedes-Benz, it is only natural for Hap Seng to be its authorised dealer in Malaysia.

Geely’s local outpost Proton’s subsidiary Pro-Net (Proton New Energy Technology Sdn. Bhd.) is the distributor for Smart vehicles in Malaysia and Thailand.


Pros and Cons: Toyota Yaris – this over the Honda Jazz?

Fun fact: The Toyota Yaris shares the same engine as the Perodua Myvi 1.5L. In fact, both engines are made at the same Daihatsu Perodua Engine Manufacturing plant in Sendayan.

Yes, the engines have different engine codes – 2NR-FE for the Toyota Yaris and 2NR-VE for the Perodua Myvi – but they are essentially the same aluminum block engines with slightly different tuning.


Yours for only RM 355k: Toyota GR Corolla launched in Malaysia - 300 PS/370 Nm, 6MT

The Toyota GR Corolla is officially launched in Malaysia alongside the Toyota GR86 and the Toyota GR Supra 6MT, priced at RM 355,000.

Like in the Toyota GR Yaris, the GR Corolla gets the same G16E-GTS 1.6-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, but revised to output 300 PS and 370 Nm – a healthy 39 PS and 10 Nm increase over the GR Yaris. Though the GR Corolla is heavier, coming in at 1,475 kg (GR Yaris weighs 1,280 kg).


2021 Hyundai Kona Electric launched – Cheapest EV in Malaysia, from RM 149k

Hyundai Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has officially launched the 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric in Malaysia. With prices starting from RM 149,888, the Kona Electric is now the cheapest EV in Malaysia after the Nissan Leaf.

There are three variants available for the fully-imported (CBU from Korea) Hyundai Kona Electric - e-Lite, e-Plus, and e-Max, priced at RM 149,888, RM 169,888, and RM 199,888 respectively.


Japanese man auctions off 1989 Toyota Supra A70 to pay for his cat’s medical bills

Pet lovers and car lovers have something in common: there’s nothing we wouldn’t do for our beloved 4-wheeled rides and our fur babies. But what if we have to choose between the 2? Well, we can only pray that we never meet with the situation that this Japanese Toyota Supra lover had to make.
A Japanese man, identified as Leiz on Yahoo Auctions, found himself in serious need of funds when his cat contracted a potentially fatal disease known as Feline Infectious Peritonitis.


This Porsche 911 is blacker than your ex's heart

Porsche prides itself on having one of the expansive colour pallets of any automaker but we’re pretty sure Stuttgart would need a double take if a customer desired this shade from their paint-to-sample options. We’re not even sure if it’s accurate to call this a shade.

You’ve probably heard of Vantablack; the blackest black known to man. The specially formulated paint absorbs around 96 percent of visible light, making it one of the few things on earth blacker than your ex’s heart.


Most affordable EV in Malaysia?  Perodua Ativa-size Neta V to make public appearance at 2023 Malaysia Auto Show

The young EV-only Chinese upstart Hozon Auto will be making its debut in Malaysia next month, at the 2023 Malaysia Auto Show. The first product will be the Neta V, which is described by the company as ‘the most affordable' battery EV model here.

Prices have yet to be announced but the Neta V is currently on sale in Thailand for 549,000 Baht, cheaper than a Toyota Yaris (starts from THB 559,000). However, note that Thailand’s Yaris is a 1.2-litre model while ours is a 1.5-litre model.


Think twin-clutch 'boxes are amazing? New Mercedes-AMG C63 will have twin gearboxes

449 PS. That is how much power Mercedes-AMG will extract out of its 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder engine which will motivate the next Mercedes-AMG C63. Yes, the AMG C-Class that has up to now been powered by a succession of V8 engines, will receive a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder heart (codenamed M139), albeit one strapped with Semtex explosives.

The most powerful 4-cylinder production car engine, in the world

The M139 is already pulling duty on the current AMG 45-series cars, with a handy output of 421 PS and 500 Nm (it is, currently, the most powerful 4-cylinder production-car engine in the world), and paired to AMG's Speedshift MCT 9-speed transmission. To further elevate power levels, Mercedes-AMG will pair the M139 with a plug-in hybrid system, dubbed the E Performance models.


Polestar 4 has no rear window; claims to improve safety and visibility at night

Polestar’s latest model, the Polestar 4, comes with a unique design feature of no rear window. Instead, the driver can use a high-definition screen that displays a real-time feed from a rear-facing camera mounted on the roof to see what's behind the car.

Polestar claims that this digital feed, which can be switched off to function as a regular rearview mirror providing a view of the rear passengers, enhances safety, particularly at night.


2020 Toyota Vios – About RM 4,000 to maintain it over 5 years/100,000 km

The Toyota Vios is a B-segment sedan that competes against the Honda City, Mazda 2 Sedan and Volkswagen Vento in the same segment. It also shares its platform and powertrain with the Toyota Yaris.
In this article, we’ll take a look at how much does it cost to maintain and insure the Toyota Vios over a 5-year period.


D74A 2023 Perodua Axia: Bookings opened, 6 airbags, VSC standard

This is it, Perodua has just opened bookings for the D74A 2023 Perodua Axia. The teaser brochure also gives us an early look at this new A-segment hatchback.

Also Read: Malaysia before Indonesia as 2023 D74A Perodua Axia could debut ahead of the Ayla and Agya


Nissan Navara could get e-Power hybrid, first Japanese hybrid pick-up ahead of Hilux and Triton?

Nissan Australia indicated that their e-Power hybrid system could be used in the Nissan Navara as the system is scalable and can be installed across different vehicle platforms.
Nissan stated their new e-Power hybrid system has 10,000 times faster rear torque response than a mechanical all-wheel drive system. Utilising what Nissan calls as “e-4orce”, their new electric-drive four-wheel-control technology takes on terrain in confidence and delivers the perfect balance between powerful and unprecedented control.


2021 Lexus IS will be the last IS sedan, next gen to be a Shooting Brake

Volkswagen is not the only car mainstream car maker that’s culling its sedans line-up. The current generation 2021 Lexus IS, which made its global preview earlier in June and will go on sale later this year as a 2021 model, will be the last Lexus IS sedan. This is according to a scoop by Japan’s Mag-X.

The Japanese publication went on to say that the 2021 Lexus IS was originally meant to be developed on the rear-wheel drive TNGA-L platform that currently underpins the Lexus LS, Lexus LC, and Toyota Crown, but plans had to be scrapped because it is too heavy, and would deviate from the IS sedan’s product concept as a light weight, compact, sports sedan.


28-April to 4-May 2022 Fuel Price Update: RON 97 up 13 Sen

Fuel prices from 28-April to 4-May 2022 are as follows:
RON 95 – RM 2.05/litre (RM 0.00)
RON 97 – RM 3.94/litre (+RM 0.13)
Diesel Euro 5 B10 / B20 – RM 2.15/litre (RM 0.00)
Diesel Euro 5 B7 – RM 2.35/litre (RM 0.00)


All-new 2022 Subaru BRZ in Malaysia, from RM 229k, launching next year

A little over a year ago, the all-new 2022 Subaru BRZ was globally unveiled, carrying on the traditional sports car formula with a front-mounted engine, rear-wheel drive layout, low weight, and low centre of gravity.

Checks with our sources revealed that the all-new 2022 Subaru BRZ is estimated to arrive in Malaysia sometime in May 2022, with prices starting from RM 229,245 for the 6-speed manual variant to RM 239,245 for the 6-speed automatic variant.


Owner Review:  From Myvi to Myvi, My 2018 Perodua Myvi 1.5 AV

Basic information about my car:
2018 Perodua Myvi 1.5 AV (Red)
Reasons why I bought this car:


14 photos comparing the G70 BMW i7 against 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS, which is your pick?

This is the new BMW i7, Munich’s answer to the Mercedes-Benz EQS. The BMW i7 is based on the regular internal combustion engine (ICE) G70 7 Series, albeit powered exclusively by two electric motors.


Buyer beware! Rampant car detailing scams wipe wallets clean, leaves cars dirty

Image credit: Sin Chew Daily

Recently, Sin Chew Daily ran an exposé on unscrupulous car detailers that have been scamming Malaysian motorists.
These scammers pose as full-fledged detailers, offering car wash and other high-end detailing services such as coating and waxing at unbeatable prices.
Too good to be true? Definitely, as the only thing these syndicated ‘detailers’ do is wipe unsuspecting buyers’ wallet clean.


Honda City 1.0L Turbo, engine review: Should Malaysians demand for this new engine?

As you might have already know, the latest fifth generation Honda City has just gone on sale in Thailand earlier this year. Honda's B-segment sedan will now one-up its chief rival the Toyota Vios with an all-new 1.0-litre turbocharged engine.
The latest Honda City is not expected to be launched in Malaysia until 2021. Thailand remains the only market in the world to sell it, to be followed by India in the second half of 2020, and the rest of world starting 2021.


Honda CR-Z trademarked, but maybe you shouldn’t get too excited

If you’ve been following recent news, you would have noticed that there are numerous reports of Honda trademarking its iconic CR-Z nameplate.
That has since snowballed into outlets speculating that Honda could be reintroducing its sporty little hybrid, but is it really the case?


The Nissan Note has a lower ground clearance than a Porsche 718 Cayman, why?

The Nissan Note is a tall-ish hatchback, B-segment rival to the Honda Jazz and Toyota Yaris.
In Europe, the Note is classified as a mini-MPV, together with the Jazz, despite it being a 5-seater, but that’s just how European consumers sees any tall-ish hatchback. This applies to the Mercedes-Benz B-Class and Volkswagen Golf Sportvan too.


Let’s look at this life-size Mitsubishi-powered Tamiya car & watch it go!

If you grew up watching an anime called “Bakusou Kyoudai Let’s & Go!” or even read the manga of the same name in the 1990s, you would surely recognise this iconic Tamiya Mini 4WD.
For those who don’t know or have vague memories about it, the anime and manga revolve around two brothers, Let’s and Go Seiba, as they compete against one another to be the best Mini 4WD racer. You know, typical shounen stuff – think Yu-Gi-Oh or Naruto with little toy cars instead of cards and ninjas.


Appollen EV launched in Malaysia with 3-car line-up but how much of this is true?

As the cars drifted around Setia City Convention Centre in conjunction with No Equal's Tea and Tyres on Monday, 24-Oct, inside the air-conditioned hall, Appollen, a brand-new player in Malaysia’s EV market announced its launch with tonnes of ambition and enticing promises.

If this is your first time hearing the name Appollen, you’re not alone because it’s a very young and new company that was established this year. While car enthusiasts might have heard of the name when it was announced as a sponsor for the sixth version of No Equal’s Tea and Tyres, this writer first heard of the brand when an ad popped up on his family’s Android Box set.


Review: CKD 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI – Is she still the girl that can do both?

CKD means the Mk8 is almost RM 30k cheaper, meaning a no brainer on its own
Quicker but not funner
Clumsy integrated cabin controls can shorten your lifespan

You’ve all seen the memes extolling the virtues to “Get you a girl that can do both.” You know what we mean. It’s those memes with a girl that can pull off going from looking like one of the dudes to a total 10 on the sexual scale. She’s cool to hangout with your guy friends and even blends in but can transform into a stunner for when those white-tie events come-a-calling. That’s always been the Volkswagen Golf GTI’s forte as well.

It's difficult to tell without a side-by-side look but the Mk8 is much larger than the Mk7.5.

The iconic hot hatch etched its nameplate in the annals of performance cars with its unparalleled dual-purpose capabilities. Quick on the canyons and loads of fun to toss around the twisties, it was perfectly at home doing the school run or ferrying the family on a daily basis.


Remember the Proton Preve Ute that was rumoured to be the Proton Arena 2.0?

Previously, when we reported on the mind-boggling Proton Exora/ Mitsubishi Triton mesh up, we thought we’ve seen it all. But clearly, most of us have forgotten that Malaysia also has a one-off Proton Preve Ute on our roads.

The Proton Preve Ute is a one-off custom project that a private owner commissioned Bufori, a company specialising in hand-built vehicles, to build. Based on our research, the Preve Ute arrived at Bufori’s workshop as a standard 4-door Proton Preve sedan but left the doors a 2-door pick-up truck.


Pros and Cons - 2020 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.8 G – When you choose comfort over power

Youthful is not a word one would use to describe the Toyota Corolla Altis. Despite being in the same segment as the Honda Civic, the Corolla Altis is not the go-to car for those with a taste for big wings, fancy aftermarket LED lights, and red emblems.
We’ve tried the Toyota Corolla Altis, and it has strengths that we can vouch for. It also lacks in certain departments, but that’s a given. If you’re still on the fence for a Toyota Corolla Altis, here are a few of its pros and cons that could hopefully help you out.
Con – The Corolla Altis is not fast


Geely to enter Malaysia directly via Lynk & Co, transfers Proton shares to affiliate company

Restructuring of Geely Holding’s 49.9 percent ownership of Proton is to clear the way for Geely Auto’s direct entry into Malaysia
Potential complications if Geely Auto enters Malaysia while still owning nearly half of Proton
Proton will still remain under Geely’s influence, but more Geely Auto group brands will be coming to Malaysia

Last month in May, DRB-Hicom announced that Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co Ltd (ZGH) has transferred its entire 49.9 percent stake in Proton to a little-known Geely-affiliate company, Linkstate Overseas Limited (LoL). The news was widely reported but at that time it was difficult to understand the reason behind the restructuring exercise.


Relive mechanical nostalgia by renting a classic Toyota the next time you're in Japan

For everyone that laments about modern cars lacking that mechanical connection between man and machine, of course Japan has a solution to that by going full circle with the car subscription handbook, having classic Toyotas for rent.
While car subscriptions were once considered the future of mobility, it’s now gone around the neighbourhood and returned to its core; at least from Toyota’s perspective.
You see, we might have gotten it wrong in believing that vehicle subscriptions were a manner to settle our mobility and that it should only comprise EVs or EEVs, basically vehicles that would be good for the planet.


The Honda Civic in 10 Generations - The best car from Honda?

The 11th generation Honda Civic will be revealed on Twitch in a few days. The “Civic” name was first used on an econobox in 1972, and the car has grown into so much more over the years. 1997 saw the emergence of the Civic Type R that made the Civic even more popular among enthusiasts.

With the reveal of the eleventh-generation Honda Civic just around the corner, it seems like a good time to look back at the humble beginnings of one of the most popular Honda cars of all time. There have been ten generations so that's a lot of ground to cover.


All-new 2022 Perodua Alza (D27A) could be the first Malaysian car to offer Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Indonesian-spec Daihatsu Xenia pictured

Standing at the forefront on the list of much-awaited Malaysian cars is the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza (D27A). We're still quite some time away from launch, but details are trickling in - today's one is especially tantalising.

It concerns the upcoming car's infotainment system, and sources close to the matter hint that it will come with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. If this turns out to be true, then it'll be the first Malaysian car to come with such capabilities, stock standard.
Also read: Why your next car should come with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay


If your Mercedes-Benz is stolen, there is an app you can call for help

Car thefts saw a 9.2% increase in 2020 according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, an American not-for-profit organisation. Based on that statistic, Mercedes-Benz and IBM have launched a feature on the Mercedes me app that is designed to help find and recover stolen vehicles.

Called “Stolen Vehicle Help”, this service is designed to help customers and law enforcement track and recover stolen vehicles. The service collects relevant vehicle and customer data which can help law enforcement identify and recover the vehicle.


Volkswagen Malaysia offers extra benefit to Covid-19 frontliners

If you own a Volkswagen and serving as a frontliner during this Covid-19 pandemic, Volkswagen Passengers Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has included additional benefit specially for you in their ‘Welcome Back’ aftersales campaign.

The additional benefits includes a complimentary car sanitization, priority booking and 10% discount from your service bill. All you need to register online, provide additional prove and once verified, the benefit will be credited directly to your Volkswagen Cares App. Do note that the appointment MUST be made within 30 days after the on-going Movement Control Order (MCO) is lifted.


2022 Kia K5 gets new logo, more standard features to edge out the Sonata

Kia Motors Corporation has introduced their updated 2022 Kia K5 with a slight visual retouch and a standardisation of more features across the range, for a minimal price increase.
New logo, new grille for K5 HEV

Besides the new 'Kia' emblem the range gets, the K5 HEV (hybrid) variant differentiates itself further by getting a more stand-out version of its gloss black, 'shark skin' patterned grille.


Ora Good Cat EV scores 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash test, ahead of BMW i4

No, we did not make a mistake with the title. The 2022 Ora Good Cat, at least according to the stringent Euro NCAP crash test facility, is a safer electric vehicle (EV) than the BMW i4. The Ora Good Cat is sold as the Funky Cat in the Old Continent.

In Euro NCAP’s recent crash test, the Ora Good Cat joins the ranks of its fellow Chinese stablemates, including the Polestar 2, Lynk & Co 01, and Nio ES8 in obtaining a full 5-star rating. The BMW i4 only obtained a 4-star rating.


Businesses left confused, only hours to prepare for new SOP for new MCO

Senior Defence Minister, Ismail Sabri, has forewarned Malaysians that the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the reinstated Movement Control Order (MCO) will be different from the first round of MCO first applied back in March 2020.
The new SOP for reinstated MCO (covers 5 states, 3 federal territories) from 13 January to 26 January 2021 will only be announced at 5 pm on 12 January 2021 during Ismail Sabri’s daily security briefing. This is bad news for businesses as they are only given hours to respond to MCO procedures. MCO will kick into effect from 12.01 am 13 January 2021.


All-new 2023 Toyota Innova Zenix makes world debut; 2.0L Dynamic Force hybrid, TNGA, price from RM 122k

Toyota designers, you deserve a pat on the back. This is the all-new 2023 Toyota Innova Zenix making its global debut in Indonesia, and aside from having a fancy new hybrid powertrain, and loads more tech under the skin, it looks fantastic.
Diesel variants are no more, leaving just petrol and petrol-electric hybrid powertrains. Prices for them are as below:


Who makes 2020's most reliable cars? What’s the 10 best car brands to buy from?

What’s the most reliable car brand? What brand should your next car be? Depending on who you ask, you will get different answers, depending on how they choose to make their assessment.
If you were to ask the Americans at Consumer Reports, the best brands to buy are Porsche, Genesis, Subaru, Mazda, and Lexus, in that order.


2021 Nissan Magnite quietly launched in Indonesia; 360-degree camera, Android Auto

As we have mentioned a few days ago, Nissan is set to launch its smallest SUV in Indonesia. Sure enough, the 2021 Nissan Magnite arrived in the country without much fanfare and bearing specs similar to the Magnite in India. The Magnite slots below the Nissan Kicks which was also launched in Indonesia earlier this year.

Image credit: Aghesbarker Instagram

The new Nissan Magnite in Indonesia is powered by a HRA0 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 100 PS and 160 Nm. The car also comes with a choice of 2 transmissions; a 5-speed manual and a CVT.

Image credit: Nissanjabar.ID Instagram

Like we’ve mentioned, the SUV bears similar specs with the Indian Magnite including its looks with its LED headlamps and matching DRLs. Nissan Indonesia is even offering the Magnite in its signature dual-tone body colour.


2023 Honda WR-V - 4 variants to choose from in Malaysia, what are the differences?

Today, the Perodua Ativa is no longer the only SUV of its class in Malaysia as Honda Malaysia has launched the 2023 Honda WR-V. Locally assembled (CKD) in Melaka, the HR-V is offered here in 4 variants.

All 4 variants are powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre i-VTEC DOHC engine that makes 121 PS and 145 Nm. Power is sent to the front wheels (FWD) via a CVT-automatic transmission while stopping power is provided with front disc brakes and rear drums on all variants.


Lightweight, 333 PS, AWD: This VW ID.X concept is proof that an EV Golf R will exist

If you somehow thought that Volkswagen's pivot into the electric vehicle (EV) era will result in less performance vehicles, well, maybe it's time to rethink that: this is the Volkswagen ID.X concept, and it's every bit today's Golf R, albeit an electrified one.

Sitting on VW's new all-electric modular platform - dubbed MEB - the ID.X shares a few components with the rest of the electric-only ID lineup. Chief among them is the 82 kWh battery pack from the ID.4, and electric motors that make a peak power output of 333 PS.


Watch: Honda Civic rams a distracted Peugeot, and starts a new Saga of mistakes

How many road misdeeds can be caught on one 30-second? The answer is a lot! As is seen in this video of a Honda Civic crash with a Peugeot 408. While we’re horrified by the crash, we can’t help but wonder what that escaping Proton Saga was doing.
While the Ministry and PDRM predicted that there will be a rise in road accidents when the country into Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO), we did not expect accidents to happen just 2 days after.
While photos and videos of the Honda HR-V turned turtle was still circulating on social media, this video of another horrific crash along with the multiple road misdeeds surfaced.


Subaru BRZ drifter at Petronas station arrested!

Image credits: Berita Harian

Following the viral video of a Subaru BRZ drifting between petrol pumps at a Petronas station in Jejawi, the owner of the BRZ and the owner of the petrol station have turned themselves in to the police. Both men were subsequently arrested on charges against endangering the lives of others and possibly causing a fire at a petrol station.
Acting chief of Investigation and Traffic Enforcement Department, Assistant Superintendent Mohd Rizal Emran, said that the two men were arrested at the Arau Police Station at 8.45pm the same day the video went viral. The Subaru BRZ was also seized by the police after the owner turned himself in.
According to Mohd Rizal, the owner of the petrol station confessed that he had indeed organised the stunt and invited his friend to “break in” the station’s ground.
The men have been released on bail but Mohd Rizal stated that both are currently investigated under Section 42 (1) and 81 (2) of the Road Transport Act.


Proton's February 2022 sales grew by 107%, X50 gets over 100k bookings since launch

Following a challenging January where its production line was badly affected by unresolved flooding issues, national car maker Proton rebounded in February with a 107 percent increase in sales. The company sold 9,225 units (domestic + export) last month, allowing it to reclaim second position in the automotive sales table and putting it on track to recover lost sales from January.

Proton's domestic market share for the month is estimated at 20.2% while for the first two months of the year, the cumulative market share is estimated to be at 15.9%. For the automotive market in general, total industry volume (TIV) for the year is estimated to have grown by 11.4% compared to the first two months of 2021.


Goldmine: Banzai! This RM 248k Mega Cruiser is a rare veteran!

A few days ago, we wrote a feature on the absolute unit of a Toyota called the Mega Cruiser. To put it short, it was Japan’s answer to the American Hummer. Toyota only produced 100 civilian Mega Cruisers, making it one of the rarest and most interesting Toyota models ever.

What an absolute chonk!

The main reason for the Mega Cruiser was after all as a military transport to carry soldiers, mortars, and missiles for the Japan Self Defense Forces (JSDF).


Check out Hap Seng Star's CKD Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 at WapCar Auto Show

The WapCar Auto Show Exhibition is happening right now at Pavilion Bukit Jalil and Hap Seng Star has the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 on display, which arrived hot off the track event at Sepang Circuit for its preview.

The locally-assembled (CKD) Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre M260 4-cylinder petrol engine that does 306 PS and 400 Nm, mated to an 8-speed AMG Speedshift dual-clutch automatic that spins all four wheels via the AMG Performance 4Matic all-wheel drive system.


Here’s why Nissan won’t take away Tan Chong Motor’s distributorship rights in Malaysia

The Tan Chong Motor Group is the oldest surviving motor vehicle trading company in Malaysia. Established in 1957 as a distributor of Nissan (then known as Datsun) vehicles, the company is as old as Malaysia itself.

Yes, Cycle and Carriage is technically older, having established in 1899 but the Cycle and Carriage today is not the same company founded by the Chua brothers as the Federal Stores in Kuala Lumpur more than 120 years ago.


Toyota Corolla Cross outsold HR-V by 4x in Thailand in 2021!

This week, the locally-assembled (CKD) Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid will finally be making its Malaysian debut less than a year after the petrol variants were launched. Needless to say, the crossover version of the Corolla is becoming a common sight on the road.

Over in Thailand, the Corolla Cross has been an absolute hit ever since it made its global debut in the Kingdom back in 2020 and in its second year in the market, things aren’t slowing down.


Malaysia has the highest allocation of Toyota GR Yaris in SEA, 130 units more than Thailand

The 2020 Toyota GR Yaris made its Malaysian debut last week, priced at RM 299,000 (Update: RM 286,896 until June 2021) . Developed in partnership with 4-time world rally champion Tommi Makinen, the GR Yaris is an all-wheel drive 261 PS (Malaysia market cars follow UK specifications, Japanese market cars are rated at 272 PS) road legal WRC car.

Globally, production is capped at 25,000 units, the minimum number required for a car to be homologated for the World Rally Championship. Malaysia is allocated ‘slightly less’ than 200 units (Update: Actual figure is 127 units), which we now understand is the highest allocation received by any country in South East Asia.


Owner Review: What unreliability? It's a drive to experience - My 2001 BMW E39 525i

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Albert Biermann; the man that made performance synonymous with Hyundai, is calling it a day

When Hyundai snatched Albert Biermann away from the clasps of BMW, the automotive world stood up and took notice. In the 6 years since, he’s elevated them into the upper echelons of motoring with their N Performance division and a more premium image for the marque. He’s now calling it a day but will remain as an advisor for the group.
As Hyundai Motor Group today announced that Biermann, President and Head of the Research and Development (R&D) Division for the Group, is retiring but will continue to serve as an Executive Technical Advisor for the Group based in Europe so his experience will still shape the future of the marque’s direction.


Should you cross-shop between an SUV and a sedan?

Cross-segment shopping is now becoming the norm in our current car market. How did something that is close to unheard of 20 years ago become so common and what has happened that allowed us to expand our horizons when it comes to shopping for a new car?
That is because in this era of car shopping we are given so many options rather just sedans, hatches and SUVs, and it has also started more competition between the car companies. Car brands are also increasing the cost of building a car and this has also pushed the price of a car up.
The biggest factor is probably the price of new cars. Back then, there is a larger price gap between smaller and bigger cars, a sedan and an SUV, so it is not a surprise that car buyers with a set budget can only shop within a segment’s price range.


Steeped in heritage, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia’s most important Ipoh outlet gets an upgrade

Since 1906, Ipoh has been home to Malaysia’s longest serving car dealer – Cycle & Carriage - the company that introduced Mercedes-Benz, the inventor of the automobile, to Malaysia (and Singapore).
There is no future without a past, and the future of the Mercedes-Benz in Malaysia is one that is intertwined with Cycle and Carriage – now Mercedes-Benz's largest dealer network here – which is built on a strong foundation laid by its early days in Ipoh's tin mining boom era.

Cycle and Carriage's first outlet in Ipoh, then a multi-brand dealer operating under its local branch's name Ipoh Motors. Today, the building is a furniture shop. Image: Han Chin Pet Soo Hakka Museum

Ipoh was at one time one of the richest cities in the world. At the peak of the tin mining boom between the ’50s and ‘60s, Ipoh had more millionaires per capita than Texas.


2022 Jaguar XF launched in Malaysia - Snazzy new DRLs and upgraded infotainment, from RM 498k

Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia has launched the new 2022 Jaguar XF, which highlights improved driving dynamics, and updates to the exterior and interior.
The latest model of the luxury XF sedan has a refreshed front-end design that features a new grille that facilitates lower air intake, all-LED headlights with the ‘Double J’ signature and a sleek rear bumper for a refined and modern appearance.

'Double J' DRL signature shown

Stepping into the all-new interior, drivers will be met with comfort and luxury, through a more dynamic and bold cockpit design devised with the driver’s experience in mind. The cockpit is furnished with a sportier centre console that merges with the dashboard and is equipped with a wireless device charger.


This kid found $5,000 worth of cash when cleaning family’s new used car

A boy in Indiana hit the jackpot literally when he found $ 5,000 in the used car that the family had just brought home in September. He was later rewarded $ 1,000 for his honest deed by the former owners of the car.
According to ABC, 9-year-old Landon Melvin was cleaning his father’s Chevrolet Suburban when he found a package under the floor mats.


Are wider tires better for your car or just plain stupid?

From an aesthetic point of view, wider tyres always look better. High performance cars always use wider tyres too, so the general perception is that they offer better performance as well. On the surface, upsizing to wider tyres is a no brainer (looks AND performance combined? Sign me up!).

Extra wide. Photo: autoevolution.com

You might even consider “upgrading” to wider tyres on your car. However... While the idea seems exciting, you might want to think twice before doing that.

yay or nay?

Why?


Customized for either the Mr or Mrs, the W206 Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers a fingerprint scanner

The all-new 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is here in Malaysia and among the host of improvements and updates it brought along is the inclusion of a fingerprint scanner.

Yes, the new C-Class offers a fingerprint scanner located beneath the infotainment display. It allows the car to load the appropriate profile and personal settings saved in the system, depending on driver.


Visit the CARSOME Autofair from 17-19 March, discounts of up to RM 8,000! Women-exclusive deals await

If you’re looking to get a car soon, why not check out CARSOME Autofair next weekend from 17- to 19-March 2023 at CARSOME PJ Automall?
CARSOME’s largest indoor car showroom will be opening its doors for the event from 10 am to 6 pm and customers are eligible for discounts of up to RM 8,000 if they book a CARSOME Certified Car at the Autofair.

  Click on this image to register!

On top of that, customers are also entitled to many other goodies and discounts when purchasing their CARSOME Certified Car including:


10th anniversary of Hiromu Naruse's death; Japan's Master Test Driver

The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection.
For a period of time, that was the Lexus motto. It embodied the brand’s obsession with attention to detail. This was one of the cornerstones which Lexus built their cars upon. And at the very zenith of this obsession was the LFA, still Lexus’ one and only forage into supercardom. But what a forage. One that wouldn’t have been possible if not for Hiromu Naruse.
If Lexus’ ‘relentless pursuit of perfection’ was distilled into human form, Hiromu Naruse would be that very person. His attention to detail, his obsession towards finding perfection, was matched by no one. It became his lifelong commitment, the reason he woke up in the morning.


What is ABS?

ABS stands for anti-lock braking system which as its name suggests, is a system that prevents the wheels from locking up (stops spinning) while the car is still moving. If the wheels are locked up and there’s an object in front, the car would just plow straight ahead regardless of how much steering input it receives.
If you’ve ridden a bike with well-functioning brakes and just brake really hard, chances are you’ll notice the wheel stopping/locking up especially the rear but the bike is still moving. That is because the braking force has exceeded the tyre’s ability to grip.
Same thing can happen to cars without ABS and when the wheels are locked up, braking distance is increased and the driver loses steering control. With ABS, the driver would still be able to control the car and steer it.


Priced from RM 286k, Perodua Aruz launched in Singapore

The Perodua Aruz has just been launched in Singapore, the first overseas market to receive the 7-seater SUV. The sole variant offered there is the entry-level 1.5 X; the 1.5 AV is not sold in Singapore. The Perodua Aruz is priced at SGD 92,999.

Perodua President and Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Zainal Abidin Ahmad said, “The Aruz’s arrival in Singapore marks the first seven-seater offered by Perodua in the island nation.”


Toyota to launch 4 new hybrid models in Thailand this year; reiterates multi-pathway strategy for ASEAN

Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT) will be introducing four new hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in the country this year, announced its President, Noriaki Yamashita at the ongoing 44th Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS) 2023.
"I want to share the good news that we will introduce 4 new HEV models in this year. They [will] meet the variety of Thai customers' needs further. And more importantly, they will further contribute to the reduction of CO2," he said.


Malaysia to get this BYD e6 EV taxi, available in Langkawi and KL starting 2023

Malaysia is the second country in this region after Singapore to offer the BYD e6, a brand-new electric (EV) taxi. Like the MG 5 Wagon we posted a few weeks ago, this BYD e6 is also operated by MySuri Biz Tech, an online platform operator of the TeksiKu ride-hailing app.

The BYD e6 seen here at the ongoing International Greentech & Eco Products Exhibition & Conference Malaysia (IGEM) at KLCC is the second generation model that sits on the company’s e platform 3.0 and gets an electric motor that does 95 PS and 180 Nm, powered by BYD’s Blade Battery with a 71.7 kWh capacity, allowing for a 480 km range.


We’re not joking when we say that Gran Turismo is now an official Olympic event. The announcement was made on 22 April by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that the video game will be part of their first-ever Olympic Virtual Series.
The racing game will join other virtual sports games like cycling, rowing, sailing, and even baseball.


2021 Geely Binyue: Now with FOTA, 360-deg DVR, new E02-based infotainment system, new ADAS kit

You’ve seen it up close, and now time for some specifications. Strap in, as Geely has done quite a fair bit of upgrading to the new 2021 Geely Binyue facelift.

For starters, the new 2021 Geely Binyue facelift will be adding a host of new safety features. On top of its existing ADAS suite, the new Binyue will add Speed Limit Information Function (SLIF), Remote Parking Assist (RPA), and an enhanced Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) suite.


Ora Lightning Cat spied testing in China, no it’s not a Porsche Panamera

Looks like Ora’s inspiration doesn’t just stop at the Volkswagen Beetle, the recently spied production version of the Ora Lightning Cat also had us doing a double-take to make sure that we were not actually looking at a Porsche Panamera instead.

In case you missed it, Ora is an electric vehicle (EV) brand under Great Wall Motors (GWM) that focuses on producing cars that will appeal to women, hence the cat-themed names.


Shopping for a Vios? Honda wants to give you RM5k in rebates for Honda City and BRV

Honda Malaysia today announced the Honda 1 Million Dreams Special Rebate worth RM 5,000 for the all-new Honda City and Honda BR-V in conjunction with the “1 Million Dreams Campaign”, which was launched to commemorate the company’s 1 millionth sale unit milestone.
This special rebate is an additional reward on top of the current promotion, “Honda 1 Million Dreams March Special”.
The “Honda 1 Million Dreams Special” Rebate offers Cash Rebate, Service Voucher and Spare Parts Voucher worth up to RM5,000 for customer who register the All-New Honda City and Honda BR-V from 16 to 31 March 2021.


Watch out WRX, Toyota Corolla Altis could be next to get GR treatment

Rendered image by Theophilus Chin

Less than 2 months since Toyota debuted the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla, a Japanese publication has claimed that Toyota could be applying the GR treatment to the Toyota Corolla Altis next.

GR Corolla's turbo 1.6-litre engine

According to Goo-Net, Toyota could be revealing the GR Corolla Altis as soon as mid-2023, powered by the same turbocharged 1.6-litre G16E-GTS 3-cylinder petrol engine found in the GR Corolla.
Also Read: Think the Toyota GR Corolla is too similar to an Impreza WRX? It's because President Toyoda has a Subaru


February 2023 vehicle sales up by 26 percent over previous month, slew of new models could see TIV revised

Vehicle sales for February 2023 recorded a 26 percent increase over the previous month’s numbers, coming in at 62,649 units over January 2023’s figures of 49,461 units.
Although very much early in the year, the upward trend so far coupled with the upcoming introduction of new or updated models from mainstream brands could indicate that the cautious total industry volume (TIV) forecasted by the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) might need to be revised to a higher figure.


Frankfurt 2019: VW electrifies a classic Beetle, plans to offer conversion kits

The Volkswagen Beetle is no more in production but many early generation air-cooled Beetles might get a new lease of life by swapping the original car’s flat-four engine with electric components from the Volkswagen e-up!
At this week’s opening of the Frankfurt International Auto Show, Volkswagen will be presenting a near-production version of an e-Beetle. It’s not a new generation Beetle, but a classic first generation Beetle with electric drivetrain underneath the familiar bug-shaped body.


Honda City, City Hatchback, HR-V, BR-V recalled for safety issue: 1,527 units affected

Honda Malaysia (or the Company) today announced a proactive product recall involving the City, City Hatchback, HR-V and BR-V in a precautionary safety measure. The details of the affected models are in Table 1.

Honda recalls 2022

Situation
Model
Model Year
Units Affected

A
City
2021
1,068

City Hatchback
2022

B
HR-V
2020
343

BR-V
2021
116

The recalls are for the following situations:


Farewell Honda BR-V - discontinued after 6 years, Honda exits 7-seater segments

After just 6 years, we bid farewell to the much-loved and successful Honda BR-V 7-seater MPV which will be discontinued in favour of the upcoming Honda WR-V in Q3 of this year.
At a recent media event, Executive Coordinator Mr Yujiro Sugino explained, “Basically, we see more potential in the SUV segment below the Honda HR-V, and that is why we chose to bring in the WR-V. It’s mainly due to prioritisation and that’s why we decided to discontinue the BR-V.”
Also read: Boom: Honda WR-V is confirmed for Malaysia, to launch in Q3 2023 - the next big thing


Owner Review: A beast of a family car - My story of 2019 Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription

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Rendered: This is what Hyundai's Toyota Hilux rival could look like!

Hyundai’s current line-up of cars consists of sedans, hatchbacks and many SUVs. There is only one more body-type that is missing from their line-up and that is a pick-up truck that rivals the likes of the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. What will a Hyundai pick-up truck look like? Here are some rendered pictures.

Despite how realistic the rendering looks, it really is just the imaginings of artist Enoch Gonzales. He even named the truck as the Hyundai Tarlac, after a province located in Philippines.


Indonesia set to be production hub for Mitsubishi ASX's successor, to start in Oct 2023

The Mitsubishi XFC Concept SUV made its global debut at the 2022 Vietnam Motor Show. It previews Mitsubishi’s upcoming SUV specifically developed for the ASEAN market. Production for said SUV will begin in October 2023 with Indonesia set as its production hub, according to OtoDriver.

"Indonesia will be the production hub for this car, a crossover in the same class as the Honda HR-V," explained a trusted source from OtoDriver. "The plan for its realization will be in October 2023. Mass production will likely happen at this time," the source added.


Spied: Chery Tiggo 4 Pro spotted in Malaysia, another Chinese X50 rival arriving here?

Photo credit: Leslie Jy

Well, looks like we might be seeing another Chinese brand making its way back into Malaysia. The camouflaged SUV you see here is very likely a Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, doing its testing rounds in Malaysia.
Also read: Spied: GAC's Trumpchi GS3 Power spotted in Malaysia - new X50 rival coming soon?

The original Tiggo

According to the user who posted this in a Facebook group, this SUV was spotted in Puchong. It’s interesting to hear the Chery name again after all these years.


300 PS RWD plug-in hybrid Mazda CX-60 teased, debuting on 8-March

Mazda has just dropped a teaser for its upcoming Mazda CX-60, a large two-row SUV destined for Europe and Japan. The new CX-60 will be positioned slightly above the Mazda CX-5.

According to Mazda, the new Mazda CX-60 will be the first of many new models from their Large Product Group. Other models within the Large Product Group include the Mazda CX-70, Mazda CX-80, and Mazda CX-90.


Mining materials for EVs harmful to environment? BMW aims to mitigate that

It is common knowledge that mining for raw materials to make components for EVs such as batteries and electric motor negatively impacts the environment. However, BMW intends to reduce the impact by taking charge in every part of their supply chain.

The BMW Group has taken a stake in US-based company, Jetti Resources. The goal is to foster responsible and resource-conserving copper extraction to address rising demand in a more sustainable way. Copper is an important raw material to produce electric drivetrains in EVs.


2017 Proton Preve Configurations, a Elegant Sedan with Practical Functions

There is only one model of Proton Preve on sale - Proton Preve Premium CFE CVT (2017) , a Sedan priced at RM71,317, offering a 5 years / 150,000 km warranty.
From its aerodynamic styling to its proud Proton Wings, the Preve brings style and substance to the road. Inside the Preve you’ll find its 508L boot space and spacious cabin give you plenty of options to choose how you want to fill your journey.

Here are the Proton Preve Premium CFE CVT (2017) configurations:


Proton Commerce had a record-breaking 2022, aims to be the lead financier for 2023

While Proton itself had a successful 2022 with a fourth consecutive year of growth pushed that saw total sales of 141,432 units, its financing arm, Proton Commerce, had an equally prosperous year.
Proton’s total sales saw retain second place in the local sales table with the most units sold since 2013. A lot of that success was courtesy of Proton Commerce capitalising on the growth in sales that led to a record-breaking number of loan disbursements.
Having been incorporated on 27 October 2003, Proton Commerce is a joint venture between Proton Edar and CIMB with the aim of providing financing for Proton buyers. The company posted their best results in their history for 2022.


It's hammer time for the new 2024 Toyota RAV4 as it adopts hammerhead lights and improved electrification

  A rendering of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 by Response.

Its appearance in Malaysia may have been brief but the Toyota RAV4’s popularity globally has made it one of the default examples of an SUV and now, renders have surfaced online of what the new model could appear like.
While it remains unclear if the renders foreshadow an update to the current RAV4 or an all-new model, one thing is for certain, it’ll adopt Toyota’s latest hammerhead front façade that’s been appearing on a number of its latest cars.

  The hammerhead design from the Prius and Crown include the integrated triple projectors for the headlights.

Japanese auto news site Response published the renders and it looks like the front end is heavily influenced by the likes of the all-new Prius and Crown with triple projectors within the headlights.
Moving around the to the sides, the exterior inherits the boxy SUV lines that make the current RAV4 a handsome thing.


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This topless SUV is not from the Chinese brand Tank, but a heavily modified Suzuki Jimny by a Chinese media

As far as modified Suzuki Jimnys go, this is probably the most over-the-top. This modified Jimny is done by Chinese automotive website Yiche, and the design is drawn heavily from the Chinese brand Tank.
If you’ve never heard of Tank before, the brand is a sub-brand under Great Wall Motor (GWM). It was originally part of another GWM sub-brand known as Wey, they decided to split the two brands so Wey can focus on luxury models while Tank will focus on rugged Jeep-like models.


Due to fire risk, shipping companies raise concern on EV transportation and storage

Concern on ferrying electric vehicles (EV) has been raised by shipping companies and ferry businesses as Havila Kystruten, a Norwegian shipping company, bans EVs on its ships, reports GoAutoNews Premium.
The company said it will prohibit EVs onboard their vessel citing as the risk EV fire is considered “too severe.” When thermal runaway (overheating) occurs in a battery, it is a chain reaction that can be rather difficult to stop once started.


Geely reiterates Proton's goal to become No.3 in ASEAN, even as Isuzu and Perodua sell 2x more

When Geely purchased a 49.9 percent stake in Proton from DRB-Hicom in 2017, the Chinese carmaker was upbeat about its goal to become the third largest automotive brand in the Southeast Asian ASEAN trade bloc by 2027.
5 years later, we are now at the midpoint of Geely’s 10-year goal for Proton. To the credit of the new team at Proton, the Malayan Tiger marque is now on a much stronger footing than it ever has since 2013. Proton ended 2022 with 141,432 cars delivered, up 23.3 percent from 2021, but that’s also because production was severely disrupted then due to Covid-19.


Here’s why Naza can’t sell you a 6-speed manual Suzuki Swift Sport

By now you would’ve read that Naza Eastern Motors, the new distributor for Suzuki cars in Malaysia, has launched the fourth generation Suzuki Swift Sport. Priced at RM 139,900, imported (CBU) from Japan, thus explains its higher price.

Enthusiasts who prefer to row their own gears will be disappointed to know that only one powertrain is offered for the Malaysian market Suzuki Swift Sport – a 140 PS / 230 Nm 1.4-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder paired exclusively to a 6-speed automatic transmission.


The smaller Toyota GR Yaris costs more than a Civic Type R

The Toyota GR Yaris is not a cheap car by any means, as it is priced from JPY 3.96 million (~RM 148k) to JPY 4.56 million (~RM 170k) in Japan.
For comparison, in Japan, the C-segment FK8 Honda Civic Type R (GR Yaris is a B-segment hatchback) costs JPY 4.5 million (~RM 167k), while the made-in-France Renault Megane RS is priced at JPY 4.48 million (~RM 174k).
But there’s a good reason to as why the little GR Yaris costs so much, as shown in the video below.


Review: The 2022 Audi Q3 Sportback is the overlooked SUV coupe that you'll ever need

The SUV coupe is the Crocs shoes/slippers of automotive design; it’s often mocked but at the same time many people find it appealing and continue to buy them despite what critics say. That’s not to say the Audi Q3 Sportback is a bad-looking car, in fact, I might start off by complimenting how inoffensive-looking it is.

But looks can be subjective and some might even find the BMW X4/X6 or the Mercedes-Benz GLC/GLE Coupe as “pretty”. I’m not a styling guru nor is my wardrobe filled with designer clothes (it’s mostly “Value Buy” Uniqlo apparel) but compared to the larger Teutonic coupe SUV rivals, the Q3 Sportback stands out better.


Owner Review: Evergreen Bimmer, Glory Days, Awesome Age — My 1996 BMW E39 523i

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1996 BMW E39 523i


Malaysians unite to foil man’s drunken attempt to hijack Honda City

Malaysians don’t just unite when it comes to sports, this incident of a car hijack proves that if someone requires help, Malaysians would also unite to throw in a helping hand. After watching a man hijacking a Honda City, several witnesses proceeded to trap the hijacker before he could escape.
According to the commentary of one of the videos, the victim, a woman, was stopped at a traffic light near NSK in Kuchai Lama when the hijacker jumped into the backseat of her unlocked car.

Shocked, she jumped out of the car to try to pull the hijacker out but the moment she exited the car, the man had climbed into the front seat.


This is your first look at the Civic-based 2023 Honda ZR-V's interior

Following its teaser earlier in May, GAC Honda has showcased the 2023 Honda ZR-V in China, this time showing off the new SUV's interior. In China, the model is called 致在.

As reported earlier, the ZR-V is a Civic-based SUV that bridges the gap between the Honda City-based HR-V and (also) the Civic-based Honda CR-V. Now, China’s ZR-V and North America’s HR-V are essentially the same model, and the model will go on sale as the ZR-V in Europe by 2023.


Since when MBSA officers offer car wash services?

If ever anything can go wrong during a car wash, it is when the carwash workers abandoned the car halfway through the wash. This Perodua Axia owner almost had to remove the suds on her own when MBSA officers decided to help her out.
According to the owner’s Tweet, the carwash workers abandoned their posts when officers of the Shah Alam Municipal Council (MBSA) arrived to raid the carwash. All the workers were foreigners and would have been arrested if they were caught.
Unfortunately for the MBSA officers, all the foreign workers managed to escape the raid and they were left with the half-washed Axia.


Proton’s epic 1 Tank Adventure draws to a close

36 finalists, 18 Proton cars and 710km later, Proton’s 1 Tank Adventure ends on a high note.
For the last leg of the 1 Tank Adventure, participants were required to drive from Kota Bharu, Kelantan all the way to Johor Bahru. This is the longest route yet for the challenge compared to their previous rounds!


Audi Singapore shows EV charging solution for condominiums, 18-month free charging

Following Tesla's hint on its supercharger location in Singapore and Hyundai's plans for a manufacturing plant for electric cars, Singapore is gearing up for further electrification.
One of the biggest challenges for electric cars in Singapore is the dominance of high-rise residence that makes charging at home difficult.
However, Audi Singapore has a solution for that. A partnership with SP Group provides Audi e-tron owners with a seamless charging experience. SP Group is a government-owned electricity and gas distribution company in Singapore.


Toyota GR Supra has just doubled its sales in USA, outsells BMW Z4 by nearly 5x

It looks like the A90 Toyota GR Supra is a far more successful, much better received product by enthusiast drivers than its non-identical twin the BMW Z4. Of course, differences in body style – coupe vs convertible - as well as the additional premium that BMW charges for what is essentially the same car underneath, is also a factor but the gap in price is not that big.

In the US, the biggest market for both cars, the Toyota GR Supra is priced from USD 43,990 (2.0-litre B48 4-cylinder), while the BMW Z4 sDrive30i with the same engine starts at USD 49,700.


Stay connected anywhere and everywhere the new Ford Ranger takes you

Go anywhere, get everywhere. Ford isn’t shying away with the new Ranger’s capabilities, on and off the beaten path. After all, nobody drops a tagline along those lines without being absolutely certain about not dropping the ball when the going gets tough.
Nonetheless, Ford also firmly believes that regardless of where you take its new Ranger, you’ll need to stay connected. In this day and age, connectivity is as essential as capability, even in a pick-up truck and fortunately, the Ranger does both without breaking a sweat.


Perodua Nautica – Is the successor to the Kembara really a bad car?

It was one of the worst-selling Perodua models ever, but the Perodua Nautica wasn’t a problematic car. It was the successor to the popular Kembara and Perodua was riding on a wave of successful models then as the second “national” carmaker began to overtake Proton as the best-selling make in Malaysia.

To call the Nautica the worst Perodua model because of its lacklustre sales is pretty unfair considering what actually went wrong. But before we dive right into what went wrong with the D55L’s predecessor, we have to go back to 1985.


2020 Honda City vs 2020 Nissan Almera, which one should you wait for?

The B-segment sedan market will get interesting when the 2020 Honda City and 2020 Nissan Almera arrive here in Malaysia. Details on local specifications for both cars have yet to be divulged, so we’ll take the Thailand-spec range-toppers for both as reference in this Nissan Almera vs Honda City comparison.
Nissan Almera vs Honda City

We're not getting the turbo.

Powertrain - No turbo for us, sadly
It is unlikely for the Honda City's 1.0-litre turbo to make its way here due to cost and lack of incentives. Instead, the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine in the current generation car, which makes 120 PS and 145 Nm of torque, will almost certainly be carried over along with the CVT.


Long overdue for replacement: These 10 year old cars are still on sale in 2023

We’re now in the third week of 2023 and while the market is saturated with brand-new cars, there are some of these of the new cars are actually rather old underneath the pretty new body.
Here, we will take a look at some 10-year-old new cars you can still buy today.
2023 Proton Saga


Volkswagen CEO confirms rumour of VW Arteon's discontinuation - 2024 to be final year

In 2020, it was reported that VW will drop the VW Passat sedan and the coupe-like VW Arteon from its line-up. The news about the Passat has come to pass and VW brand CEO Thomas Schäfer confirmed yesterday that the Arteon will not be replaced.
Speaking at the company’s headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany yesterday to announce the global “ACCELERATE FORWARD | Road to 6.5” program to achieve greater efficiency and higher profits at lower cost, Schäfer said:
“The program is the number one priority for the entire Board of Management. We must build new strength for the Volkswagen brand and position it robustly for future growth, which is why we are now getting an enormous concerted effort off the ground. We need to achieve a sustainable return on sales of 6.5 percent in the Volkswagen brand. Achieving this in 2026 is very ambitious, but feasible if we pool our efforts. This will enable us to safeguard jobs, finance our future from our own resources and continue to invest in new vehicles and technologies, in the modernization of our plants and in staff training.”


Owner Problems: My Honda CR-V's Honda Sensing® system has a major flaw - It does not work in the rain

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Model: 2017 Honda CR-V 1.5TC-P
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Spied: 2021 Proton Iriz MC2 seen without camo, is that the Iriz Active?

The Proton Iriz Active that was once a concept car will be turned into a series production model real soon.  Spyshots of the purported Iriz Active without camouflage have surfaced, seemingly suggesting that Proton is preparing to introduce a SUV-fied variant of the Iriz real soon.
Also Read: Will Proton still use the Iriz Active name for new Iriz crossover?


Owner Review: Luxury meets performance - Experiencing the BMW 740Le

** This article is the personal experience of a 2018 BMW G11 740Le owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar.
Author: Kevin Wong


New 2022 Proton Saga to launch in May – improved specs to match Perodua Bezza

Launched in September 2016, the P2-13A generation Proton Saga - itself a heavily revised version of the 2008 BLM generation Saga – will soon enter the 6th year of its model life. This also means that the Proton Saga needs another round of updates for it to still meet expectations of today’s customers.
Sources familiar with Proton’s product plans say that a new 2022 Proton Saga will be launched in May.

Consistent with Proton's new corporate identity, old logo will be replaced with a new round logo

Details are scarce but typical of mid-lifecycle updates, buyers can be expect minor styling updates and a slight bump in the features list.


Perodua Ativa (D55L) – Is it an A-segment or a B-segment car? Same as Proton X50?

Depending on who you ask, the soon-to-be-launched Perodua Ativa (D55L) is either an A-segment car or B-segment car. So which is the correct answer? More importantly, what is this A / B / C segment thing?

The answer from us is simple, but others might / can disagree: The Perodua Ativa (D55L) is a (lower) B-segment SUV. And yes, you can loosely group the Ativa together with the (upper) B-segment Proton X50, keyword 'loosely.'


2020 Lexus LM 300h launched in Thailand, pricier than S-Class, available with either 4 or 7 seats

If your regular Toyota Alphard and Vellfire aren’t posh enough for your liking, you might want to pay attention to the 2020 Lexus LM 300h.

The luxury people-carrier comes in two variants, a 4-seater and a 7-seater variant. The 4-seater costs a cool 6.5 million baht (RM 874,556 in the current exchange rate) while 7 seater is 1 million baht lesser (RM 740,107).


Perak MB upgrades from Toyota Camry to Lexus ES

Perak’s Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu has upgraded from a Toyota Camry to a Lexus ES.
He was spotted arriving in the Lexus ES when he arrived at SMK Methodist (P) and SMJK Sam Tet, as schools reopened today.


GWM assures would-be buyers that spare parts availability won't be an issue in Malaysia, Thailand-supported warehouse in Klang Valley coming

After a brief hiatus, the Haval brand is now back in Malaysia, this time under a new company called Great Wall Motor Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd that was formally introduced to the Malaysian public earlier today.
The company has yet to launch any new models, that will come later, but it wants to assure would-be buyers that spare parts is a non-issue.
"We will set up a spare parts warehouse in Klang Valley to ensure sufficient spare part inventory and link up with Thailand's spare part warehouse and factory resources to ensure the timeliness of spare parts distribution", said Mike Cui, managing director of Great Wall Motor Sales Malaysia Sdn Bhd.


Confirmed: GWM to enter Malaysia with Haval H6 and Jolion, 2022 to see more Chinese brands

After successfully establishing itself in Thailand, Great Wall Motors (GWM) has reaffirmed their plans on the larger ASEAN region, with intentions to expand to Malaysia and three other countries later this year.

According to a press release by GWM, Elliot Zhang, President of Great Wall Motors ASEAN and Thailand, he said, “Currently, Great Wall Motors is officially present in 4 countries, namely Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Brunei. In an effort to expand further within the ASEAN region, we plan to launch GWM in 4 more countries, namely Malaysia, Vietnam, Philippines, and Singapore.”


In Brief: New Honda Civic 2019, Best-Selling C-Segment Sedan In Malaysia

(New Honda Civic 2019 Model | Gallery)
New Honda Civic 2019 iss Malaysia’s best-selling non-national C-Segment sedan. For young executives and families looking for a sporty, spacious and well-equipped sedan, the new Honda Civic 2019 is an attractive package.
What is the price of New Honda Civic 2019?
The New Honda Civic 2019 is a five-door C-segment sedan and Honda Malaysia offers three variants priced between RM 108,165 to RM 128,631.


First 2022 Honda HR-V RS e:HEV delivered to customer, 1,300 standard units already delivered

The first 2022 Honda HR-V RS e:HEV has been delivered to its new proud owner. Honda Malaysia held a special ceremony to congratulate the owner, Miss Nurul Hafida Binti Mhd Jais.
As the first customer to collect her HR-V RS e:HEV, Honda Malaysia also included gifts like Honda Authorised Accessories, Ultra Glass Body Coating, and Honda Official Merchandise valued at RM 5,700 as a token of appreciation.


Foreign worker of van in Myvi-Hilux crash bolted before authorities arrive

As social media is still reeling from the shocking accident between a Perodua Myvi and Toyota Hilux, another piece of news relating to the incident has come to light. Sinar Harian reports that one of the victims of the crash had bolted from the location before authorities arrived at the scene.

The van in question

Muar police chief, ACP Zaharudin Rasip, believes that the escapee, the driver of the green Ford Spectre van that the Hilux landed on, was a foreigner working in Malaysia without a permit and fled the scene before he could be investigated.
The terrifying accident was caused by the Toyota Hilux who jumped a red light and T-boned the Myvi. The Myvi driver (41) died at the scene while her daughter (19), who was in the passenger’s seat at the time, was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.


Watch: FK8 Honda Civic Type R splits in 2 after T-bone accident with Volvo S60

A video of a Honda Civic Type R sitting on the road in 2 pieces has gone viral overnight. The accident reportedly happened in Denver, Colorado.
According to news report statements from both the driver and the car owner’s mother, the Honda Civic Type R, driven by the car owner’s boyfriend at that time, was exiting a junction when a Volvo S60 T-boned the car.


Malaysian car sales up by 33 percent for H1 2022, prompting optimistic TIV revision to 630,000 units

Unsurprisingly, new car sales for H1 2022 rebounded strongly, no doubt boosted by the extension as well as eventual deadline of the sales tax exemption. This resulted in a total industry volume (TIV) of 331,386 units for the first 6 months of 2022, a resounding 33 percent increase over the 249,178 units from the corresponding period in 2021.
As you can see from the graph, the year-on-year (YoY) sales were consistently higher in H1 2022, except for the month of April.


Honda Jazz Hybrid And Honda City Hybrid – Here's What You Need To Know

Introduced 2 years ago, the Honda City Hybrid and Honda Jazz Hybrid are Honda Malaysia's answer to affordable, mass market hybrid models.
Malaysia is the only country in the world to locally-assemble and sell the Honda Jazz Hybrid and Honda City Hybrid.
Honda City Hybrid Specifications

Engine: 1.5-litre, naturally-aspirated, port injection, i-VTEC
Power: 138 PS (combined system output)
Torque: 170 Nm (combined system output)
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, front-wheel drive
Safety: 4 airbags, ABS with EBD, VSA, ISOFIX
Price: RM 92,172
Origin: Locally-assembled in Pegoh, Melaka

Honda Jazz Hybrid Specifications

Engine: 1.5-litre, naturally-aspirated, port injection, i-VTEC
Power: 138 PS (combined system output)
Torque: 170 Nm (combined system output)
Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, front-wheel drive
Safety: 4 airbags, ABS with EBD, VSA, ISOFIX
Price: RM 87,707
Origin: Locally-assembled in Pegoh, Melaka

Which Honda Hybrid model to buy?
Considering that Honda Malaysia offers the Honda Jazz Hybrid and Honda City Hybrid in one variant, the decision boils down to whether you want a sedan or a hatchback.


Video Review: Toyota GR Yaris, living up to the Gazoo Racing promise

All around the world, the Toyota GR Yaris has been making waves, wowing everyone who has gotten behind its wheel. I must admit, I was chomping at the bit to try the GR Yaris out for myself. Watching other motoring journos try it gave me a serious case of FOMO (fear of missing out).

Finally, the chance arrived. I could finally have a go at the Toyota GR Yaris. Better still, it will be a track and gymkhana experience in Sepang International Circuit. I was beside myself. I could not sleep the night before, thinking and thinking, "Will the hype be justified? Oh please let that be a yes."


Tan Chong to soon launch CKD GAC GS3 in Malaysia, Segambut plant to get RM 60 million in upgrades

WTC Automotif (M) Sdn Bhd (WTCA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Warisan TC Holdings Bhd, announced its Completely Knocked Down (CKD) project with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC), signifying deepened partnership for both WTCA and GAC. Warisan TC Holdings Bhd is a sister company of Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM), which is responsible for Nissan models in Malaysia.
This is a significant milestone for GAC, as this marks their first-ever CKD operation outside of China.
The CKD project, which WTCA will invest in excess of RM 60 million, involves the manufacturing of the next-generation GAC Motor GS3 model, as well as expanding its nationwide presence. The CKD project was announced approximately 18 months after WTCA and GAC International signed a distributorship agreement, appointing WTCA as the sole and exclusive distributor of GAC vehicles in Malaysia.


Losing sales to Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla Altis to be given update in Thailand soon

The Toyota Corolla Altis stands to see some updates in Thailand this year in an effort to keep up with the very hot-selling Honda Civic there.

Thai-spec Altis Hybrid shown.

Despite being newer than the Civic, the Altis isn't doing very well in the Land of Smiles. In November 2020, Honda shifted 2,046 units of the Civic - almost triple what Toyota managed to do with the Altis (702 units) in the same period.


ETCM extends your Nissan warranty by 30 days

Worry no more current Nissan owners, as Edaran Tan Chong Motor Sdn. Bhd has announced a 30 days extension to your respective vehicle warranty from the last day of Movement Control Order (MCO).

Your current warranty will not be affected, even if the scheduled service gets skipped during this period. Moving forward, owners are advised to reschedule their service appointment within 30 days after MCO ends to keep their warranty intact.


Preliminary Ora Good Cat specs for Malaysia: Priced from RM 140k, 400 to 500 km range, 143 PS

Thai-spec Ora Good Cat

Two days ago, Great Wall Motor (GWM) marked their re-entry into Malaysia, this time under new management. Business intricacies aside, fans are more excited about the brand's Ora Good Cat electric vehicle (EV), in which we have fresh, juicy, new details for you.

The two-tone green/white colour on the Thai-spec Good Cat. Photos by Autofun Thailand

Expect four variants to be introduced: Tech, Pro, Ultra, and the Ultra G. Here's a simple spec-by-spec comparison according to information we snagged from the brand's now-taken-down site:

Note that these preliminary specifications may change at any time, subject to the manufacturer's discretion. The circa RM 14xk to RM 16xk prices are also manufacturer estimates.


Auto Bavaria will send a Hyundai with M livery to service your BMW

Auto Bavaria launched an initiative, called the i-Service, to provide BMW customers the convenience of having their cars serviced right at their door step.
The service can be booked using the Auto Bavaria mobile app that lets owners check their vehicle service history, view the service progress, and make payments. It can also be used to converse with the technicians to monitor the progress of the service.


2020 Proton X50 – 4 features we get that the Geely Binyue doesn’t!

Okay, settle down everyone. The all-new 2020 Proton X50 is finally here and though there are still some naysayers who wished for Proton to stop rebadging existing products, we have to admit that the car looks set to be another runaway success for Proton.

It is based on the Geely Binyue (or Coolray as it is known in the Philippines) and while some might think that, “Oh, it’s just a rebadged Chinese crossover with a few bits of Proton badging” or even more optimistically, “It’s a Volvo with a Proton badge!” (No, it's not), we’re here to break down in detail the 4 features of the Proton X50 that are absent in the Geely Binyue/Coolray.


Driver of Perodua Axia driven against traffic arrested, he wasn’t driving under influence

Over the weekend, a video of a silver Perodua Axia driven at high speeds while going against traffic went viral on social media. The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has arrested the driver following the viral video.
According to K! Online, the incident took place along Jalan Lingkaran Tengah, Taman Tasek Indah. Kluang District Deputy Chief Supt Abdul Razak Abdullah Sani told the media early investigations revealed the driver had entered the wrong lane by chance.

PDRM were able to track down the owner of the car at around 5.50 pm on Saturday and arrest the 30-year-old driver. PDRM also confirms that the driver’s urine tests returned negative for both alcohol and drugs.


The prices are out! All-new 2022 Honda BR-V will start from IDR 275.9m (RM 80k) onwards

The all-new second-generation 2022 Honda BR-V made its world debut back in September 2021, but prices for the SUV were only just revealed ahead of the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2021's opening. Prices for the seven-seater SUV will start from IDR 275.9 million (~RM 80,700) to IDR 339.9 million (~RM 99,400).
Five variants will be available on sale; the base spec 6-speed manual S, the E variant that comes with a choice of a 6-speed manual or a CVT, the Prestige variant, and the range-topping Prestige with Honda Sensing.


Price up for Honda City, Jazz, CR-V - Jazz now from RM 75k, City RM 78k, CR-V RM 151k

Honda Malaysia has announced that prices of selected Honda models will increase by about 5% to 9%, depending on the model and variant.
The price hike will come into effect today (21st February 2020), which will affect the Honda City, Honda Jazz, and Honda CR-V.

Jazz 1.5 S: RM 75,300 (up RM 5,058)
Jazz 1.5 E: RM 81,400 (up RM 5,084)
Jazz 1.5 V: RM 88,700 (up RM 5,067)
City 1.5 S: RM 78,500 (up RM 4,664)
City 1.5 E: RM 84,600 (up RM 4,645)
City 1.5 V: RM 91,600 (up RM 4,617)
CR-V 2.0 2WD: RM 151,100 (up RM 12,792)
CR-V 1.5 TC 2WD: RM 163,700 (up RM 12,708)
CR-V 1.5 TC 4WD: RM 169,500 (up RM 12,768)
CR-V 1.5 TC-P 2WD: RM 175,900 (up RM 12,709)

Ticking the White Orchid Pearl colour option adds RM 120 to the final price for the City and Jazz, while it costs RM 400 on the CR-V.


23 - 29 May 2020 fuel prices update: Up again across the board

After last week's increase, the upward trend continues this week as fuel prices are going up again across the board.
Starting tomorrow, from 23 May 2020 to 29 May 2020, the fuel prices are:

RON 95 - RM 1.38/litre (+RM 0.07)
RON 97 - RM 1.68/litre (+RM 0.07)
Euro 2M Diesel - RM 1.51/litre (+RM 0.06)
Euro 5 Diesel - RM 1.61/litre (+RM 0.06)


Watch out for these hidden charges when buying a used/recond vehicle

The used and recond car market is booming currently. In addition to a great variety of models, used/recond vehicles offer great deals at a fraction of what they cost on the showroom floor.
But beware, as enticing as advertised prices can be, they may not include hidden fees that are lumped in - sometimes adding to a further RM 3k – 5k over the list price of the car. So, let’s look into what these charges are and how much they typically cost.
Processing fees


Scare off lane-hoggers with this aggressive bodykit for your 2021 Toyota Fortuner!

The 2021 Toyota Fortuner has been unveiled in Malaysia and order books for it has since been opened. So if you're one of the few who has put a deposit down, why not take a look at a bodykit option you can slap on your SUV.

Designed by Brunei outfit ZC Car Bodykit, we think this multi-piece kit posseses just the right touch of subtlety and aggressiveness. Let's dive in for a deeper look.


“I wasn’t aware I was driving recklessly” says driver of Kia Forte in MRR2 accident

The driver of the Kia Forte involved in a high-speed accident along MRR2 claims that he wasn’t aware that he was driving recklessly before he crashed into three other vehicles.
According to Ampang Jaya district police chief Asst Comm Mohamad Farouk Eshak, the accident happened at 10.05 am on Saturday, 19-March-2022.


Right-hand drive Proton X50 leaked? Not really..

Images purporting to be a right-hand drive unit of the upcoming Proton X50 have surfaced on social media sites, but are they real?

This photo has been circulating on social media

Well, a closer look reveals that these images are actually flipped, as not only are the buttons positioned wrongly, some of the text are also unreadable. Just see the Trip button.

Almost had us. Almost

If that does not convince you, take a look at the gear lever – the P, R, N, D are all inverted. Heck, the Parking button became a q.


Watch: YouTuber tries to turn his Tesla Model S into a submarine, didn't exactly go well

The Tesla Model S is a pioneer when it comes to the modern electric car. The Plaid edition with its ridiculous fascinating steering yoke is one of the fastest production cars in the world but one owner decided to take his Model S to whole other level albeit underwater.

Inspired by the Lotus Esprit submarine in the 1977 James Bond flick, The Spy Who Loved Me, YouTuber, Cheyenne “Uncle Chet” Lord decided to turn his brand-new Model S Plaid into a submarine.


How to get authorities to fix road 101 – put a tombstone in the pothole

Photos of a Klang man planting a tombstone into a pothole in Klang has been making its rounds on social media. The abang was apparently fed up with waiting for authorities to fix the pothole and resorted to drastic measures like this to kick them into action. And it worked!

Photos of the man planting the “grave” in a very deep pothole were uploaded onto a Facebook group called Ikatan Silaturrahim Brotherhood Shah Alam. Abang even took a moment to make a prayer after he planted the stone.


Chery hits a new export record with almost 36k units in June 2022

It was a record-setting month for Chery in June 2022 as they sold 35,818 vehicles outside of China, marking a phenomenal increase of 50.3 percent year-on-year. All in, their total exports for H1 2022 now stands at 148,000 units, a 24.9 percent rise. Impressively, 112,000 units of their first half exports were new energy vehicles.
Of particular interest was Chery’s Brazil sales performance in H1 2022 that sees them ranked ninth overall among carmakers and their Arrizo 6 ranked fourth in cumulative H1 2022 sales with a segment share of 3.62 percent. The sedan was even awarded Best Resale Value in the intermediate segment by Kelley Blue Book and Quatro Rodas.
Also Read: Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro confirmed for Malaysia, challenger to the X70 and X90


Thailand's priciest 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor X tells D-Max, Hilux to go pound sand

Not content with letting the Isuzu D-Max and Toyota Hilux run away with the 'sales champion' gongs, Ford Thailand has spruced up the 2021 Ford Ranger Raptor X with racier styling.
Aesthetics - Now 'Over the Top'


Lexus has sold over 5 million luxury SUVs and crossovers to date

After 31 years in the luxury vehicle business, Lexus is proud to have achieved a new milestone. As of the summer of 2020, the company has since sold 5 million SUVs and crossovers globally.
The first SUV that Lexus first introduced was the Lexus LX back in 1996, but it wasn’t before the RX launched in 1998 that the company’s luxury SUV took off and quickly became a household name.


Hate Malaysia’s high car taxes? Buy a Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Triton, Isuzu D-Max or Ford Ranger then.

It is no secret that Malaysia is known for having one of the world’s highest car prices, as elaborate in our earlier post.
But how much more do Malaysians pay for a new car compared to other countries?
Well, after doing some comparison, here’s what we found.


Snubbing an Ativa? Look at used Honda HR-Vs from RM 55k: more power, greater practicality, cheap to run

There's no need for pitchforks, we still opine that the Perodua Ativa (D55L) remains a fantastic value proposition in Malaysia's new car space. It's right-sized, fairly powerful (What's that? Tekan tekan preggy?), and practical – but these are also the merits of the 2015 - 2022 Honda HR-V (RU-series).

  Carsome has about 50 on their site currently

You can snag one of these now for anywhere between RM 65,000 to RM 110,000, depending on year of manufacture, mileage, and variant. It's still competitive, smack in the middle of most new B-SUV's prices in the market today.
Overview: Once the king of the hill


Honda NSX-inspired super SUV to challenge Cayenne and Urus, out in 2025?

The Honda NSX is a legend in the automotive world. Built as a flagship sports car and a bridge between its regular passenger cars and its successful Formula One team, the NSX shook the world and kickstarted a renaissance in Japanese cars at the peak of the Bubble Era.

However, according to shocking insider reports, Honda is planning on an assault on sporty SUVs like the Porsche Cayenne and Lamborghini Urus. Based on what we’re looking at, it might be an NSX with a body style of an SUV.


Going against the EV tide - Geely and Renault form ICE and transmission joint venture, 5 mil annual capacity

As a company that operates mostly in China, where sales of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars are being overtaken by battery electric vehicle (BEV) models, you would think that Geely would be winding down its combustion engines business and ramp up investments on its BEV-only Zeekr and Geometry brands.
But the opposite is happening. Yesterday, Geely Holding Group, Geely Automobile Holdings Limited and Renault Group signed a binding 50/50 joint venture agreement to launch a new powertrain technology company. This follows the framework agreement signed in November 2022.
Last year, Renault overhauled its business, splitting the combustion engines and EV business units into separate divisions – Horse (based in Madrid, Spain) and Ampere (based in Paris, France) respectively.


Man who assaulted Bomba sentenced to 6 months in jail

The man who starred in a viral video for not only causing a massive accident but assaulting a firefighter as well has been charged guilty on 2 accounts and sentenced to 6 months in jail along with a RM 6,000 fine.
Kan Hong Kit, 33, pleaded guilty at the Kajang Magistrate to the multiple charges placed against him.


2020 DS7 SUV launched in Malaysia, CBU from France, price up by RM 60,000

Naza Euro Motors has quietly launched its 2020 DS7 SUV which is now fully imported (CBU) from France. The CBU unit replaces the previously locally-assembled (CKD) units that were introduced to the local market in June 2019.
The DS7 SUV CKD was priced at RM 199,888 however, now that it is CBU, it gets slapped on with hefty duties which skyrocketed the selling price to RM 259,888 (OTR without insurance). That is a RM 60,000 increase.


Review: 2023 Subaru WRX Sedan - The best CVT in the world?

The 2023 Subaru WRX is in a class of one, especially if you opt for the manual transmission variant. In Malaysia, there are currently no other brand-new manual sedans apart from the Proton Saga and Perodua Bezza.
Ah yes, it seems I’ve mentioned the car many have brought up alongside the 2023 Subaru WRX for their almost comical resemblance. But it gets old rather quickly so from here on out, that car shall not be brought up again.


Let us show you how much gear can fit into the 2023 Honda WR-V's 380 L boot

After much anticipation, Honda Malaysia has launched the smallest SUV to wear the H badge in the country. The 2023 Honda WR-V is a direct rival to the Perodua Ativa in terms of size but price-wise it’s close to the Proton X50.

Yet, the 5-seater SUV sibling to the second-generation Honda BR-V (which will not be coming to Malaysia) has a large boot space. At 380 litres, it’s 11 litres more than the Ativa and 50 litres more than the X50.


Tax-free EVs? MAA clarifies condition of Sales Tax exemption for EVs in Malaysia

Following the Ministry of Finance’s Budget 2022 announcement to exempt electric vehicles (EVs) from taxes, EVs are now generally referred to as tax-free.
In October 2021, Finance Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz’s Budget 2022 proposed for EVs (specifically, it’s battery electric vehicles or BEVs) to be made tax-free. Some buyers confused this to include sales tax.


Mercedes-Benz confirms production EQA to be based on a GLA-Class, plug-in hybrid variants to come

Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that the production version of the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show’s EQA concept car will be launched by the end of this year. Rather than being an electric version of the A-Class hatchback as previously thought, the production 2021 Mercedes-Benz EQA will be an electric version of the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class.

The all-new GLA 250

This makes sense as the GLA’s taller body makes it easier to package the floor-mounted hybrid battery. Remember that the EQC is based on GLC-Class rather than the C-Class.

Production EQA won't look as low as the concept

No further details have been provided but the 2017 EQA concept car was announced with a 272 PS output and 500 Nm torque, with a 0-100 km/h time of less than 5 seconds and a driving range of 400 km. Power is transferred to all four wheels.


Looking for a 6/7-seater SUV for RM 200k? The Mazda CX-8 should be your top pick

If you have a budget of around RM 200k and you’re looking for a family SUV that seats more than five, we would direct your attention to the Mazda CX-8.
To recap, prices of the Mazda CX-8 start from RM 173,038 to RM 206,465 (OTR without insurance and SST).


Owner Review: Spacious Inside, Sporty Outside - My 2017 Honda Civic 1.5 TC

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Basic information about my car:
2017 Honda Civic 1.5 TC , RM120k


Spied: Chery Omoda 5 spotted in Malaysia with Stellantis plates, what's going on?

Source: Social media

As Great Wall Motor (GWM) announces its return to Malaysia, another Chinese carmaker has been spotted making its rounds on our roads and it’s the Chery Omoda 5. Besides the obvious camouflage, one thing that sticks out on the Malaysia-bound SUV is its trade plate.

For your information, the plate on the Omoda 5 was similar to the one found on a Peugeot, suggesting that it belongs to Stellantis’ manufacturing plant in Kulim. However, checks with our sources suggested that the plate belonged to neither Chery nor Stellantis but rather a third-party company.
There’s no info on the Penang-based third-party company but it’s likely to be an engineering services or a local parts manufacturer company. Could it be Continental Automotive or Bosch?


MoF: Safety and comfort also reasons behind switch from Proton Perdana to Toyota Vellfire

Safety and comfort were also the other motivating reasons behind the government’s decision to replace its fleet of ageing Proton Perdanas with Toyota Vellfires as its official cars, said Minister of Finance Tengku Zafrul at the Dewan Rakyat yesterday.
Zafrul was replying to a question by Bayan Baru’s Member of Parliament Sim Tze Tzin.


Modulo kit for 2022 Honda Civic in Malaysia: Too much, or just right?

Naturally with the launching of the all-new 2022 Honda Civic (FE) in Malaysia, there’ll be concessions for customers looking to spruce up their cars with straight-from-factory accessories.


Empowering women to take the wheel in buying a car

Data from a number of leading surveys have continuously made clear that the fairer sex forms the majority of car buyers, both internationally and locally, with that percentage climbing higher in regard to the overall decision-making in the purchase of a car.
Seeing that women quite literally hold the… key fob firmly in their grasp, it begs the question of why the car purchasing process is still fundamentally not female-friendly.


Nissan Ariya is the first production Nissan to feature new logo

By now you would have seen the world premiere of the Nissan Ariya. This is Nissan’s first all-electric crossover SUV. That said, I couldn't help but notice that Nissan also took this opportunity to show to the world its brand-spanking-new logo.There are two logos - corporate and brand. The brand logo looks unchanged at a glance, but details are different.

Nissan's new corporate logo

In line with what appears to be the current trend with car brand logos, Nissan's new corporate insignia has gone all 2D and flat, while the brand logo has been tweaked slightly from the outgoing logo. Nissan has said that its new logo signifies the company's dedication to keep innovating for new generations of customers.


VW Group opens regional parts distribution hub in Malaysia

Volkswagen Group has opened a new regional parts distribution centre in the Port of Tanjung Pelepas, Johor which will serve as the genuine parts supply chain to 21 markets across the Asia Pacific region.

At 50,000 square metres, the new regional parts distribution centre is larger than its predecessor. The centre contains around 65,000 genuine parts of the German group’s brands including Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, Skoda, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.


The Honda City, Jazz, and CR-V achieved top ranking in quality study

Honda Malaysia’s top sellers, the Honda City, Jazz, and CR-V led their respective segments in the J.D. Power 2019 Malaysia Initial Quality Study (IQS).

The Honda City scored 59 PP100 and the Honda Jazz scored 68 PP100. Meanwhile, the Honda CR-V also ranked highest in its segment with a score of 64 PP100.


Finally, VW Polo Mk5 discontinued, all-new Mk6 coming to Malaysia soon?

The VW Polo is no more in Malaysia. The Polo was the oldest model in Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia’s (VPCM) line-up and while many markets have already moved on to the MQB platform Mk6 generation Polo, Volkswagen’s Pekan plant in Pahang was still assembling the Mk5 Polo until this year.

Checks with Volkswagen’s website in Malaysia showed that the model has since been removed. The Polo’s sister car, the Vento sedan however, is still on sale.


Is the RM 342k 10-seater Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer a better Alphard / Staria?

The recently launched 10-seater Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer (CBU from Vitoria, Spain) available at Hap Seng Star competes in a sparsely populated segment.
As far Malaysia is concerned, the Vito Tourer has no direct rival, though the RM 446k Toyota Alphard 3.5L, RM 367k Toyota Vellfire 2.5L, and the RM 359k Hyundai Staria – all 7-seater vans - falls within the same shopping basket.


Buying your first car? Here’s what you need to know

First car is like your first love; you’ll get excited about it, make mistakes along the way, discover your likes and dislikes, but you’ll always remember it and depending on the situation, you’ll realise that money seems to be flowing out rather quickly.
Which is why it is important to know what you’re getting into when you buy your first car, because it's not as simple as merely paying the monthly installments and refueling the car.
Let’s start with maintenance and take the top selling brands in Malaysia like Perodua, Honda, Proton and Toyota as reference. Typical service interval is every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first.


First look at the Malaysian-spec Toyota bZ4X EV, launching in Malaysia soon

You’re looking at the Malaysian-spec Toyota bZ4X, which was seen on UMW Toyota’s headquarters. The two units displayed are fully imported (CBU) from Japan.


Carsome set to be Malaysia's first unicorn with a USD 2b valuation

Carsome Sdn. Bhd, an online used car platform in Southeast Asia, is weighing going public in the US in a deal that would make it Malaysia’s first unicorn, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

The startup is working with advisers and is seeking a valuation of about $2 billion in a listing, which could be a merger with a special purpose acquisition company or a conventional initial public offering, said the people. A deal to take the company public could take place as soon as the end of the year, they said.


Honda Connect to launch in Malaysia tonight at 8pm, City RS will follow

It looks like Honda Malaysia will be launching the Honda Connect telematics system for the Malaysian market according to its official Facebook page. The service is scheduled to be unveiled online at 8 pm on 9-March 2021.
UPDATE: It has been launched, click here to read the article.

Honda Connect is already available in Thailand since 2018 and it is fitted on selected Honda models. The service comprises three categories which are safety, security, and convenience.


Top 3 things about Nissan Serena 2.0

When the all-newNissann Serena 2.0l s-hybrid was introduced, it quickly caught the eye of many buyers. Here we offer you three salient features of the brand new Serena.
3rd. Comfort
Spacious seating and comfortable driving angles provide you with an absolutely comfortable journey covering 200 kilometers. And the new Serena 2.0l s-hybrid comes with seven USB ports that charge each passenger's device, ensuring each family member's need to recharge on long journeys.

With more hooks and movable handrails, a series of details ensure the ultimate ride, making it unmatched in comfort and flexibility. The new Serena s-hybrid features a 2.0l engine with an XTRONIC CVT gearbox and an adaptive shift control (ASC) that maximizes a smooth ride. In fact, the power-to-weight ratio is 2.8 percent higher and the fuel economy is 13 percent lower than previous models, giving it EEV status.


Smart Malaysia announces 5 more dealers, Smart #1 EV to arrive before the end of 2023

Smart’s official importer and distributor in Malaysia and Thailand, Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET) accelerates its dealership expansion by announcing 5 more new dealers in Malaysia.

The 5 newly appointed Smart Malaysia dealers are:


As the Honda Jazz leaves, we check out 12 legendary models that were once popular in Malaysia

These models are still highly regarded and missed by Malaysians.
From the popular Nissan Sunny to the infamous Proton Satria.
How many of them do you recognise?

The Honda City Hatchback’s recent launching marked the end of the Jazz in Malaysia. Malaysia's favourite tall hatchback follows the line of countless other models that were once regaled among Malaysians.

Can the City Hatchback achieve the same success as the Jazz in Malaysia?

There are numerous factors for these models’ eventual exit or demise even though they were very popular. We’ll take a look at a few of them, detailing their rise in popularity and eventual downfall. We’ve already written an obituary on the Jazz so we’ll instead begin with a model that gave rise to a Malaysian hero.
Also read: Goodbye Honda Jazz, it’s been a great run