What is the Renault Relax campaign and what does it cover?

To offer Renault customers an extra peace of mind, TC Euro Cars (TCEC) has introduced the Renault Relax campaign that offers special discounts on tyres and batteries. TCEC is also announcing an extension of Renault car warranties during the MCO period.
The Renault Relax campaign offers savings for two important components that easily suffers from wear and tear. For Renault owners who need to change their batteries, they will receive a 10 percent on purchase under the campaign. This offer only applies to Atlas BX Batteries purchased during now until 30 June 2020.
Renault’s tyre deal, however, is only valid for Renault Captur and Fluence owners. Owners can easily make their tyre purchase on the Renault E-Store from 15 April to 15 May 2020 and will enjoy a 25 percent discount on their ContiEco Contact 5 205/55R17 tyres.


In just 35 years, Toyota Indonesia has exported over 2 million cars; to begin shipping Fortuner to Australia

Toyota Indonesia has reached the 2 million export sales mark in early February 2022, 35 years after the company first started shipping cars overseas, and 4 years after surpassing 1 million cumulative exports in 2018.

President Joko Widodo (centre), with Indonesian ministers at the Karawang plant

At the same time, the company will begin exports of the Toyota Fortuner to Australia in March 2022. Indonesian president, Joko Widodo, was present at the commemorative ceremony held at the company's Karawang, West Java assembly plant.
That said, the company is also locally-assembling a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) model later this year, and this has also been earmarked for overseas markets.


Hiding underneath the cover is the next gen 2023 Mitsubishi Triton, battery EV variant included!

Mitsubishi Motors has just announced its 2023 – 2025 Mid-term business plan today, titled Challenge 2025. Hidden inside the corporate document is a glimpse of the company’s most important next generation product – the new generation 2023 Mitsubishi Triton.
The company hasn’t reveal any further details, only revealing the headlamps’ lighting signature, which appears to be an evolution of the Outlander and Xpander’s – slim daytime running lights at the top, main beams at the lower section of the front bumper.
Historically, a new generation Mitsubishi Triton will be announced at the Bangkok International Motor Show, which will once again take place later this month. Expect more details to be announced then.


Owner Review: The sporty MPV that keeps me smiling - My 2009 Honda Odyssey 2.4 Absolute RB3

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2009 Honda Odyssey 2.4 Absolute RB3


10,700 EVs registered on the road in Malaysia; 100k cars are electrified (including hybrids)

Present at the launch of the BYD Atto 3 was Dato’ Zailani Haji Hashim, Director General of JPJ, who said that there are about 10,700 units of EVs currently registered in the JPJ database.

“As of now, the number of EVs we have registered in the JPJ database is almost 10,700,” said Dato’ Zailani. “But we have another segment of electrified cars which are hybrids of petrol and diesel. For diesel hybrids, we have 2,700 units registered and for petrol hybrids, we have over 80,000.”


New 2022 Nissan Serena facelift launched in Malaysia, now with ADAS, priced from RM 150k

Revised front and rear bumpers
Updated Nissan Serena range now gains ADAS features
Larger 9-inch infotainment system

Edaran Tan Chong Motors (ETCM), the official distributor of Nissan vehicles in Malaysia, has officially launched the new 2022 Nissan Serena S-Hybrid facelift here. As before, the MPV is locally-assembled (CKD) at ETCM’s facility in Serendah.

Prices of the 2022 Nissan Serena facelift have crept up a bit, with the Highway Star starting from RM 149,888, while the Premium Highway Star is priced from RM 162,888.


Can't resist Lambang H! This guy stole a Honda Civic police car to impress his girlfriend

If you think you’ve seen it all, think again. On 25 October 2020, news that a man had successfully stolen a brand-new Honda Civic 1.8S police patrol vehicle (MPV) from Seberang Perai Utara district HQ went viral on social media. The suspects were enjoying a joyride in Shah Alam before the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) caught up with them.
A source told News Straits Times that the men who stole the MPV were brothers, aged 28 and 32. The brothers had posed as policemen from the information technology resources unit and gained access to the MPV under the pretext of inspecting its dashcam.


Kia: CKD cars in Malaysia now cost 3x more to make than 10 years ago, higher material cost and increased vehicle complexity

The cost to locally-assemble (CKD) a new model have tripled in the last 10 years, says Kia distributor Dinamikjaya Motors, whose parent company Bermaz Auto holds 33.3 percent of Kia Malaysia, the manufacturing arm of the Korean marque here.
While Kia Malaysia and Bermaz Auto declined to reveal the amount invested into local manufacturing, we understand that it is a low-mid range 8-digit sum, in Ringgit.


It's happening! Re-birth of Toyota Celica, Chairman Toyoda and CEO Sato dropped some clues

When the Toyota GR Supra was first revived in 2018, then President and CEO Akio Toyoda had expressed hopes of having ‘three brothers’ of sports cars to complete the line-up, joining the GR 86.
The MR2 and Celica were obvious candidates, but work along this direction went quiet as Toyota introduced the GR Yaris and GR Corolla.


The new 2022 Perodua Myvi is cheaper to maintain than the pre-facelift model

You read that right – it’s actually cheaper to maintain the new 2022 Perodua Myvi over a 5-year period compared to the model it replaces.
Let’s take a closer look and see how much owners of the new Perodua Myvi are expected to pay in terms of maintenance over a 5-year / 100,000-km period.

New 2022 Perodua Myvi maintenance cost

Over a 5-year / 100,000-km period, it costs RM 2,944 to maintain the new 2022 Myvi, while it costs RM 3,000 to maintain the pre-facelift Myvi over the same period.


Honda Malaysia announces recall for MY2018 Honda CR-V models

A total of 7,050 units of the Honda CR-V models manufactured in year 2018 will be recalled to replace the vehicle’s gear knob’s push button. This is a precautionary measure that the recall is limited only to CR-V models manufactured in 2018.
All CR-V models currently on sale, as well as other models sold by Honda Malaysia, are not affected by this recall.
According to Honda Malaysia, the voluntary recall is to address the possibility of customers facing difficulty with the 2018 CR-V’s transmission lever when shifting from parking position to other gear positions.


New vs Old: Can the 2020 Toyota Vios still hold off the City and Almera?

Shortly after prices for the 2021 Toyota Vios facelift were announced, we heard you ask: 'What's new? What's still the same?" These questions are what we'll be answering in this article.
Exterior - Hey there, good lookin'

Like its recently-facelifted 2021 Toyota Yaris stablemate, the redesign makes the Vios look more mature.


What’s in a name? Why the new 2022 Perodua Alza D27A won’t actually be called an Alza?

No, this isn't the new Alza. It's the work of automotive rendering wiz Theottle.

It's rumoured the new Alza will adopt a new name
The new name will signify a new, more premium look for the seven-seater
Perodua hasn't trademarked any new names, all things points toward an existing registered name

The Perodua Alza has been around since 2009 and is one of the oldest new vehicles for sale in Malaysia. Just a quick glance at its spec sheet will confirm this. Fortunately, come April 2022 the current model will cease production in lieu of a full-model change. However, it’s rumoured that it won’t be carrying on with the Alza nameplate.
Boohoo, we know. But there might be some logic in a name change for what would essentially be the Alza’s swankier replacement.
After all, even William Shakespeare posed quite a poking prose, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.” Therefore, it would appear that an Alza by any other name would be just as… practical and comfortable?
Anyways we digress. You may have noticed that we used the word “essentially” in the second paragraph. There’s a reason for it.


TnG's monopoly on tolls ending as 5 highways implement open payment system by Sept 2023

One of the biggest talking points at last weekend’s Youth Empowerment Fair 2023 was regarding the monopoly of Touch ‘n Go (TnG) on Malaysian transport payments. Days after, not only have there seemed to be discussions between the Transport Ministry and public transport agencies but talks seem to also be done between the Works Ministry and toll operators.

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has announced that highway users will be able to use their credit and debit cards to pay for tolls on 5 highways besides the sole TnG/RFID methods. These 5 toll roads are:


Diverging paths – Mercedes says FCEVs not worth the effort, BMW says can’t ignore hydrogen

Mercedes-Benz will no longer spend money on developing hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology, at least not for passenger cars, thus putting an end to over 25 years’ worth of research into hydrogen fuel cells, since the 1994 NECAR (New Electric Car).

This was confirmed by Markus Schäfer, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG, Group Research and COO of Mercedes-Benz Cars AG, at a virtual press conference yesterday ahead of the opening of the IAA 2021 Munich Auto Show.


In Brief: Perodua Bezza 2019, financial advisers will approve

Perodua Bezza 2019 | Gallery
The Perodua Bezza 2019 is an entry-level A-Segment sedan. Underneath the body panels are underpinnings that’s shared with a Perodua Axia, albeit with a larger 1.3-litre engine option thrown in.
So why would some prefer a Bezza 2019 over a cheaper Axia then? For starters, the Bezza 2019’s sedan body type offers the security of separate, lockable boot for their precious cargo. This is important especially for sales people who travel with a lot of merchandises or commercial samples.


2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB Progressive unveiled in Thailand, starts at THB 2.86 million

Thanks to our colleagues at Autofun.co.th, we have an in-depth look at the newly-unveiled, 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB Progressive. Starting at THB 2.86 million, it sits right between the GLA and GLC models.


Reports: Supply of Perodua Myvi to resume in two months, chip shortage issue to be fixed

The global semiconductor shortage has seen the Perodua Myvi losing the April 2021 sales crown to the Proton Saga, but that may not be for long.

According to Careta's report, sources close to Perodua say that the chip shortage issue faced by the carmaker "will be settled in a month or two."


New generation Toyota Mirai to debut

At the upcoming 2019 Tokyo Motor Show, Toyota will showcase the all-new Mirai Concept, which has been revamped from the ground-up.

Painted in a shade of blue called Force Blue Multiple Layers, the new fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) boasts a low and sloping roofline and large 20-inch wheels. Similar to the predecessor model, the all-new Mirai gets large air intakes up front, but with a sleeker design.


Not a traditional B-Sedan, UMWT teases AC100 2023 Toyota Vios' fastback-like styling

Ahead of the official launch of the all-new AC100 2023 Toyota Vios, local Toyota distributor UMW Toyota Motor has dropped even more teasers of its upcoming B-segment sedan.

This time around, the company has showcased the AC100 Vios’ fastback-like styling, with a sloping roofline that gives it a very upmarket design.


All-New 2021 BMW 4 Series (G22): Here's the M Performance parts catalogue

Fancy the all-new 2021 G22 BMW 4 Series with a bit more M? There will be a catalogue of M Performance Parts for the all-new 4 Series. The package consists mostly of visual & aesthetic enhancements, with carbon fibre featuring prominently.

Starting with the front bumper, you can see carbon fibre bits in the front lip, air curtains and also the canards on the side. The M Performance treatment is rounded off at the front by blacking out the iconic kidney grill - which is now a one-piece item – with carbon fibre on the edges.


Renault, Nissan & Mitsubishi Motors announce a common roadmap that’s been a long time coming

Renault Group, Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi Motors; members of one of the world’s leading automotive alliances, have announced a common roadmap that’ll shape their directions with more cooperation towards 2030.
Better late than never right?
Also Read: Nissan Note e-Power: We drove Malaysia's most fuel-efficient car that you can't buy (yet); 2.8L/100km


The Geely KX11 has a name! It is officially the Xingyue L

Last month, Geely revealed official photos of the upcoming Geely KX11 SUV. Now more photos, including the interior, have been released and the car finally has a name! The Geely KX11 will go on sale in China in a few months time as the Geely Xingyue L.

The Geely Xingyue L will be the third CMA platform-based Geely model to use the "Xing" name prefix.


G30 2021 BMW 5 Series facelift (LCI) launched in Malaysia; from RM 334k

BMW Malaysia has officially launched the G30 2021 BMW 5 Series facelift. As before, it is locally assembled (CKD) at the Kulim plant. There are 2 variants available at launch – 530e M Sport and 530i M Sport, priced at RM 334,353 and RM 384,941 (OTR without insurance and SST, with extended warranty and service package) respectively.
The pre-facelift BMW 530e M Sport was priced at RM 333,692 while the 530i M Sport went for RM 372,061.


2021 Haval H6 debuts in China, possible competitor of the Proton X70?

China has been on the up and up when it comes to their cars. Geely’s interest in Proton has bestowed us the extremely good value, Geely Boyue-based Proton X70 for instance. But back home, the Boyue has a tough fight against the similarly-sized 2021 Haval H6.


2020 Proton X70: Got 30 units with 1.5L turbo and AWD, but you can't buy it

Prior to the launch of the Proton X70 CKD, the rumour mill was ablaze, stating that the new model would receive a brand-new powertrain in the form of the 1.5-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Well, now that the model has been launched, it’s safe to say that the rumour were partly correct – the previous China-made Proton X70's 1.8-litre turbocharged TGDi engine was carried over to the CKD model, albeit with 15 Nm more torque but the 6-speed torque converter automatic has been replaced with a more fuel efficient 7-speed dual-clutch automatic unit.


New 2020 Toyota Hilux facelift for Malaysia gets ADAS, new 204/500 Nm engine, from RM 94k

Thai-spec model pictured

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT), the official distributor of Toyota models in Malaysia has opened the order books for the new 2020 Toyota Hilux.
UMWT has yet to release photos of the Malaysian-spec model.

2020 Toyota Hilux Prices

2.4 MT
2.4 G MT
2.4 E AT
2.4 V AT
2.8 Rogue AT

RM 93,880
RM 112,880
RM 109,880
RM 134,880
RM 148,880

The new model is priced from RM 93,880 for the base Toyota Hilux 2.4 MT Single Cab variant, before topping out at RM 148,880 for the Hilux 2.8 Rogue AT 4x4.

Thai-spec model pictured

UMWT has also streamlined the Hilux line-up, introducing a new Hilux 2.4 E AT Double Cab, as well as the new 2.4 V AT Double Cab that is an upgrade over the 2.4-litre L-Edition. The range-topping 2.8 Hilux AT 4x4 takes over from the 2.8 Black Edition.


Perodua CEO drops hint of Perodua Ativa Hybrid, affordable battery EVs under study with TNB

Perodua should collaborate with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) to introduce high quality, affordable electric vehicles (EVs) for the masses, said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob at this morning’s launch of the all-new 2022 Perodua Alza.
“Tenaga Nasional Berhad is working to increase electricity generated from clean energy sources, as well as deploying enough EV charging stations. At the same time, Perodua can use this opportunity by exploring new fields such as producing high-quality EVs that [Malaysians] can afford.
“Both parties can work together to introduce affordable charging rates that can be subscribed by all.


Watch this Subaru dealer getting wet and dirty to demonstrate the CKD Subaru XV's 500 mm wading depth

It’s not often that car dealers put their money where their mouth is, but Motion Beyond, a Subaru dealer based in Setia Alam did that.
In this short video, Motion Beyond put the Subaru XV through its paces, or in this case, through a water wading course to demonstrate the XV’s 500 mm wading depth.


30 limited edition Land Rover Defender EVs to be sold, 322 km range and 324 PS

Twisted Automotive, a UK based Land Rover specialist, has announced a limited series production of 30 electric Land Rover Defenders that will only be available in the US.
The electric Defenders are based on the North American Specification (NAS) short wheelbase 90 models with soft tops. Two versions of the electric Defender will be available:

NAS-E (217 PS and 380 Nm); $185,000
NAS-E Plus (324 PS and 420 Nm), $210,000

Both versions come with the same 60kWh battery pack and are capable of 22kW AC charging. Remy Borg-Warner motors are used to propel these Defenders.


Launching in Malaysia in June, 198 PS / 265 Nm Hyundai Kona N Line teased again

A little over a month ago, Hyundai Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) unveiled the facelifted 2021 Hyundai Kona. At the tail end of the reveal, we were shown a glimpse of the hotter Kona N Line - confirming the variant's introduction here.

Now, the teaser has been reuploaded on the company's Facebook page and beyond quick glances of its exterior, the 15-second clip doesn't give much away. Its exact launch date is still pretty much a mystery, but checks with a dealer reveals that the Kona N Line will be launched in Malaysia in June 2021.


Toyota Alphard driver arrested for dangerous driving; PDRM is watching social media

The police Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department (JSPT) has arrested a Toyota Alphard driver for dangerous driving yesterday (2-January-2022) for further investigation.
According to a statement released on the department’s official Facebook page, JSPT Bukit Aman first came across the viral video on the DashCam Owners Malaysia Facebook group uploaded by Alamak Moto-Moto on 1-January-2022.

Bukit Aman then issued an order to the police traffic headquarters in Kulim to carry out an investigation on the incident. The police team in Kulim were able to trace the owner of the Toyota Alphard and summon him to the police station where he was arrested immediately.


Owner Review: The companion to baby's first rides - My Proton Persona 2019 Facelift 1.6 Premium

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Proton Persona 2019 Facelift 1.6 Premium. Purchased in June 2020


The 5 wackiest pick-up trucks that needs to be built or revived

Every now and then, the automotive world serves up some amazingly oddball selection of cars. Some even stretch the very definition of what constitutes a car. Today, we explore the weird and wonderful universe of pick-up trucks. Think Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger and the likes.
Good pick-ups as they are, the Hilux and Ranger are pretty vanilla and not unusual sights. We delve into the ones that are a bit…. offbeat and unhinged. Here are 5 examples of pick-ups that need to be built or revived;


Review: Behind the wheel of Smart #1 in Malaysia, the Mercedes EV for people who can't afford a Mercedes

One thing is for sure: there's an air of hopeful confidence among the staff of Pro-Net, also known as the people bringing the Smart #1 into Malaysia.
It's the kind of conviction that comes from perhaps keeping a trump card only they know about, or in having a genuinely good product. The former may be a killer price point; but we're all yet to know anything about that, so it's hoped that it's the second item that's proven true as we gather at Proton's Shah Alam test track for an early preview drive of this new EV SUV.
Premium aspirations

  Photos are of overseas models; for illustration purpose only

They're aiming for the big leagues with this one – benchmarking against the Mercedes-Benz EQA and Mini Electric – and as far as initial impressions go, it gets close. The cutesy bulbous look easily found fans, and the cabin is quite reminiscent of modern Mercedeses.


Volkswagen's fixing what isn't broken but fails to fix what is by trying to reinvent power window switches

People say there’s no need to ‘reinvent the wheel’ but it seems Volkswagen might have done so. In the Volkswagen ID.4 EV - which will be launched in Malaysia - there are only two switches on the driver side to operate the four power windows.

How does the driver use all four windows then? To that, Volkswagen has released a video tutorial on how to use the window opener in the ID.4.


Ratings – Honda CR-V’s fuel consumption, commendable score

The common knowledge about smaller capacity turbocharged engines is that they are fuel efficient. We’ve put the Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P through the WapCar fuel consumption test to find out if it adheres to the norm.

Powering the Honda CR-V is a turbocharged 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that makes 193 PS and 243 Nm of torque. In the 1.5 TC-P variant, drive goes to the front wheels via a CVT.


2022 Honda HR-V to launch in Malaysia in July, aimed at Toyota Corolla Cross

Honda Malaysia is expected to launch all-new 2022 Honda HR-V in July
Prices expected to go up by at least 7 to 15 percent, before SST
Likely to be offered with 3 engine options, including e:HEV hybrid and VTEC Turbo

The all-new 2022 Honda HR-V is now already on sale in Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore. Previously, we’ve already reported that Honda Malaysia is expected to launch the next generation Honda HR-V in the second half of 2022.
We have now learned that Honda Malaysia will be launching the all-new 2022 Honda HR-V in July, according to sources familiar with the matter.


Review: Continental UltraContact UC7 - The comfort touring tyre with a performance edge

There’s a common perception that tyres are all the same – after all, they’re just four rubber donuts at each corner of the car. But this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Tyres are a major determining factor in how safe, precise, fuel-efficient and refined a car is on the open roads.
For this reason, leading tyre manufacturers pour millions into R&D, engineering, testing, and producing tyres that grip just that little bit better, without sacrificing comfort and durability.


Is the Geely Binrui (Proton S50) a worthy successor to the Proton Preve?

A couple of years ago, Proton registered several trademarks, including one curiously-named S50, fueling speculations that a Proton Preve replacement model based on the Geely Binrui could happen.

The S designation would be logical for Proton to rename their next-generation sedans, as Proton did utilize the S16 name for the Saga BLM in Australia.


Proven safety as Chery Omoda 5 awarded full five-star rating by Euro NCAP

The OMODA 5, the first product under Chery's new global OMODA series, has been awarded a full five-star safety rating by the stringent European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP), scoring highly in the Adult Occupant, Child Occupant, Vulnerable Road Users and Safety Assist categories.

The SUV’s success in this test is rooted in its user-centric focus and relentless pursuit of quality, having taken into account the key demands of global consumers from the R&D and design stages.


This left-hand drive Kia K9 is probably the only one in Malaysia

This Kia K9 is one of a kind in Malaysia. Imported from Korea, this left-hand drive flagship Kia sedan is part of Kia Motors Asia Pacific’s headquarters in Malaysia’s company car fleet.
The Kia K9 was also sold as the Kia K900 in the US before the model was discontinued there earlier this year.


300 units of Perodua Ativa Hybrid handed to customers; 5-year lease, only RM 500/month

It's monumental today at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur as the first customers have begun receiving their very own 2022 Perodua Ativa Hybrid at the currently-ongoing handover ceremony.
These first owners of what is technically Malaysia's first-ever hybrid car will be participating in a two-pronged feasibility study, in which the first is to understand group driving behaviour of a hybrid vehicle in populated locations in the country, namely in the Klang Valley, Penang, and Johor Bahru.


Ratings: 2022 Proton Persona facelift - Smoother CVT, could be a better choice against used City/Vios

Launched alongside the 2022 Proton Iriz is the facelifted 2022 Proton Persona range. Much like the hatchback, it's got an exterior nip-and-tuck, and some updates under the hood as well.

Like its twin, the Persona's line-up has been slimmed too: manual transmission is no longer an option, and all three variants on sale today are all equipped with a Punch CVT. With us on your screen today is the range-topping Premium 1.6 variant.


Review: Honda HR-V, still worth your attention over the Proton X70?

(Honda HR-V price and specs | Gallery)
The B-segment Honda HR-V was once the king of the mountain but these days, it has to contend with the new reality that the larger C-segment Proton X70 has muscled into its territory. For many consumers, it's an easy decision to make. Consumers shop by price and academic concerns like demarcation between vehicle segments and tax advantages enjoyed by the Proton, don't matter in their purchase decision.


Scoop: All-new FWD and hybrid Toyota Innova could debut in November 2022

Current-gen Innova shown

The Toyota Innova has its roots traced back to the original Toyota Kijang, a model that put Indonesia on wheels. The Innova shares the same IMV platform as the mighty Hailak Hilux and Fortuner albeit with only a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) set-up but that soon may change.

FWD Avanza Veloz shown

According to a scoop obtained by OtoDriver, the next-generation Innova could see the venerable Alphard for the masses switch to a conventional front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout. This could see the Innova following the footsteps of its smaller and immensely popular brother, the Avanza which swapped RWD for FWD in the latest generation.

Current Indo-spec Venturer shown

According to the Indonesian automotive media’s source, the all-new Innova could be launched in November 2022 with an FWD layout and an additional hybrid variant.
Codenamed Project 560B, the all-new Innova could also be ditching the diesel-powered variants. That said, the all-new FWD Innova could be sold alongside the outgoing RWD Innova which would likely be offered for fleet usage.


Haval H6 Hybrid scores a perfect 5 at the ANCAP Rating; Who says Chinese cars are not safe?

The Haval H6 continues to show its safety prowess with two more variants bagging 5-Star ratings at the Australasia New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP). Previously, it was the Haval H6 petrol variant, this time it is the Haval H6 Hybrid’s turn to nab the perfect scoring.
On top of the usual evaluation, the hybrid variant of the H6 is subjected to additional tests designed to confirm the integrity of the battery and the safety of high voltage electrical systems.


5 - 11 Aug 2021 Fuel Price Update: No changes to fuel prices

Welcome August, and here's the fuel price for the week of 5- to 11-Aug 2021. No changes for fuel prices this week. Thus, they will remain as follows:

RON 95 – RM 2.05/litre
RON 97 – RM 2.74/litre
Diesel Euro 5 B10/B20 – RM 2.15/litre
Diesel Euro 5 B7 – RM 2.25/litre


Subaru teased the current BRZ's design 10 years ago and we all missed it drooling over the BRZ SUV concept carrying it

Carmakers and their concepts should always be consumed together with all the salt the Dead Sea has to offer, in that you should always cast doubt on the odds of those concepts being turned into the reality of production cars we can actually buy.
Sometimes, they’re merely design exercises or a “Hail Mary” by carmakers in the red hoping to reignite excitement among the public.
Either way, take them all in the same conviction of a hot girl liking one of your Instagram posts… it never means she wants to hook up.


Can you save fuel by doing aero modifications?

The Honda Civic EG hatchback, or “Bullet”, is a good-looking and rather sought-after car in Malaysia. This entry has no intention of offending Civic fans.
The contraption you see in the picture above and below is a “Hyper-miler” Honda Civic EG called the “Aero-Civic”. It was built by Mike Turner, an EcoModder from USA. Pictures of his car are obtained from his webite (aerocivic.com)
Before we go on, let’s first understand what Hyper-Miling is.


Perodua takes a leaf out of Vin Diesel’s book as it welcomes the government’s “Keluarga Malaysia” initiative

In the words of Vin Diesel himself in Fast 7, “I don’t have friends. I got family,” and apparently so does Perodua as it welcomes the government’s Keluarga Malaysia initiative that sees automotive discount vouchers extended to victims of the recent flooding.
Perodua now accepts the vouchers as a form of payment at its service and sales centres. On 7-January 2022, the Ministry of Finance announced a RM 1,000 voucher initiative to assist Malaysians whose vehicles were damaged by the flood. The vouchers can be used in lieu of payment for repairs of a water-damaged private vehicle or towards the replacement of a vehicle deemed to be a total loss.
Also Read: Perodua is first to announce assistance for customers affected by recent floods


Geely explains how cabin materials and colours are decided

Deciding how the car should be shaped is just one small part of designing a car. There is also the process of deciding what colours for the exterior and interior as well as the textures should be applied on said car so it would appeal to buyers. But what are the factors and who decides which colour would fit?
Geely gave us an insight into how colours are decided in their Geely Design studio in Shanghai, China. The department is called the Geely Design China’s Colour Material and Finish (CMF) and it is led by two ladies: Director Elsa Zhang and Dana Popescu.

Left: Dana Popescu, right: Elsa Zhang

CMF oversees all that you can see and touch in a car for both the exterior and the interior. The designers in CMF play a fundamental role in writing the story and evoking an emotional connection between the buyer and the car.


Honda ZR-V hybrid confirmed, to bridge gap between HR-V and CR-V in Europe

North American market model shown

After USA and China, the larger Honda Civic-based Honda ZR-V has been confirmed to launch in Europe in 2023. The C-segment SUV will slot between the Honda City-based Honda HR-V and the (also) Civic-based Honda CR-V.
Europe’s (and also China) Honda ZR-V is essentially a North American market Honda HR-V, adapted to European regulations.
Also read: China’s Honda ZR-V is just the Civic-based HR-V with a new name, 1.5T with 182 PS and 240 Nm


Fuel Price Update 13- to 19-April 2023: RON 97 remains at RM 3.35/litre, all prices unchanged

Fuel prices for the week of 13- to 19-April 2023 are as follows:

Fuel Price Update 13- to 19-April 2023

RON 95
RM 2.05

RON 97
RM 3.35

RON 100
RM 4.70

VPR
RM 5.50

Diesel EURO 5 B10
RM 2.15

Diesel EURO 5 B7
RM 2.35

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Proton levels up East Malaysia after sales with new regional parts centre

National carmaker Proton is delighted to announce the official opening of its Regional Parts Centre in Kuching, Sarawak. As part of Company’s continuous effort to enhance after sales service in East Malaysia, the newly completed facility can reduce the lead time for parts delivery by at least 30%, ensuring a higher level of after sales service.

Proton’s new Regional Parts Centre is located at the Bintawa Industrial area and has approximately 28,000 sq. ft of floor space. It can receive up to six containers of parts on site simultaneously and is currently processing an average of 17 containers per month, fully utilising its capability to store up to three months of stock. Additionally, it is also capable of receiving direct shipments from overseas.


Nearly 12% of new cars sold in Singapore in 2022 is an EV, Tesla and BYD lead

According to the latest data from Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA), 3,634 new electric vehicles (EVs) were registered in the country in 2022. This accounted for 11.7% of all cars registered in the city island nation that year (30,939 units).

It’s a huge leap in numbers compared to 2021 when 1,740 units were registered or a mere 3.8% of total registrations. Leading the Singapore EV sales in 2022 is Tesla which continues to hold on to its crown as the best-selling EV brand in the country with 875 units sold.


LRT woes continue; videos and photos of long queues reaching station entrance go viral

The citizens of Klang Valley are all fired up with yet more complaints about the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system. For the second day in a row, train commuters were faced with long lines at high-traffic train stations and are taking to Twitter to criticise Rapid KL, the train operator, for its poor management of the trains.
Yesterday, various photos of queues leading all the way to the train station entrance started trending on Twitter. According to the captions, the photos were taken at the Pasar Seni LRT station along the Kelana Jaya (KJ) Line.


Proton X50 vs Nissan Kicks vs Honda HR-V – Which one is more practical?

Two new kids on the block versus the current king on the throne. This is the age-old banter of SUV practicality, and we have a worthy opponent to the formidable Honda HR-V: the 2020 Proton X50 and 2021 Nissan Kicks. However, thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic, Nissan Kicks e-Power will not be here till 2021, while Proton X50 launch has been delayed later this year.

2018 Honda HR-V Gallery


Toyota Corolla Altis'TNGA platform, what is it and does it make any difference?

TNGA is short for Toyota New Global Architecture. It’s a much bandied about term by Toyota’s marketers and sales staff alike. The most recent model to use TNGA is the all-new Toyota Corolla Altis 2019.
So what does TNGA really mean? Depending on which Toyota personnel that you ask, you will get a slightly different answer.
To a Toyota marketer, TNGA is a about creating vehicles with superior ride and handling, better looking designs and better safety. It’s a set of basic building blocks of a car, loosely described as a ‘platform.’


JIS vs ISO, why right-hand drive Protons have signal stalks on the left

Picture this – you were driving a Japanese car all along and recently replaced it with a more modern Proton, only to discover that the right signal has been swapped over, replaced by a wiper stalk instead, resulting in you turning on the wiper when you were supposed to be signalling.
Why do right-hand drive Proton models have flipped stalks?

Proton X50's left signal stalk

The common answer given is that it's because Proton needs to export to left-hand drive markets, but that's only half correct, because even in right-hand drive UK, all new cars are sold with signal and wiper stalks on the opposite sides.

UK-spec Toyota Corolla pictured, note the flipped stalks

Flipped stalks are a requirement in Europe, as that region follows the ISO standard, while most Japanese cars are developed to meet the Japan Industry Standard (JIS). The former requires signal stalks to be on left, regardless of whether the steering wheel is located on the left- or ride-side of the car.


Toyota Corolla Cross, Altis, Hilux GR-S planned for Vietnam, will Malaysia get them too?

Following its world debut in Malaysia late last year, the Toyota Vios GR Sport (GR-S) is also sold in a few other markets including Vietnam and the Philippines. Both countries are where the Toyota Vios and the Toyota brand itself are kings in their respective markets.

However, things aren't exactly smooth sailing for Toyota in Vietnam. The Vios’ position as the best-selling car in Vietnam was being overthrown by three different cars in the first three months of 2021.


Merdeka is around the corner, GoCar offers special 30% discount to celebrate the occasion

GoCar Malaysia, a leading on-demand mobility-as-a-service platform, is currently running the ‘GoCarLah’ campaign offering discounts for GoCar Share (Round Trips) as an affordable alternative to public transportation between now and 30 September 2022.
Rates for the GoCar regular fleet start from as low as RM12.90 per hour or RM58 per day. During the campaign, users can apply the promo code “LETSGOLAH” to enjoy an additional 30 percent discount. Note that this discount is capped at RM 60.


2022 Toyota RAV4 facelift unveiled – Angry-looking Adventure trim arrives in Europe

The 2022 Toyota RAV4 facelift has just been revealed for the European market. The Adventure variant, which has been available in other markets such as the US and Japan, is now available in Europe.

The Adventure trim gives a more rugged styling with the black grille, black surrounds on the front fog lights, silver skid plate, wider wheel arches, and new 19-inch wheels finished in matte grey.


MoF: Fuel subsidy to be reviewed, RM 28 billion subsidy cost for 2022 if no intervention

Malaysia’s current fuel subsidy which caps RON 95 petrol at RM 2.05 and Euro 5 B10 diesel at RM 2.15, will be reviewed in light of escalating crude oil prices, says Finance Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul.
Zafrul told the Dewan Rakyat today that Malaysia could be paying up to RM28 billion in subsidies for petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for 2022, as the Russian-Ukrainian war has pushed crude oil prices over USD 100 per barrel.


Proton drivers take it to the limit

1 Tank Adventure participants travel 650km on a single tank
Challenging traffic conditions deliver real world consumption figures

The Proton 1 Tank Adventure kicked off with the opening preliminary round taking place over the Malaysia Day weekend. A total of 60 participants in 30 cars, comprising of the 2019 Proton Iriz, Persona and Saga set off on an epic adventure that covered a total driving distance of 650km that took them from Proton’s Centre Of Excellence (COE) to Johor Bahru and back again.

While the objective of the 1 Tank Adventure was for Proton to showcase its newest models in a real-world setting, the difficult conditions on the first day of the event went beyond expectations. A combination of the long holiday weekend, haze and wet weather made it a real test for all participants as they battled to get to their predetermined checkpoints within the stipulated time period.


Are these patent images of the next-gen 2023 Honda CR-V? Not so simple

Over the weekend, images purporting to be patent images of the next-generation 2023 Honda CR-V have leaked. But is it really the case?

For those who are familiar with Chinese vehicles would notice that these patent images actually depict the Honda Breeze – the Honda CR-V’s twin sold in China.


Second lucky winner of Honda’s Road to 900,000th unit wins a HR-V, will you be next?

Following last month's giveaway of a Honda Civic to the first of nine lucky winners of Honda Malaysia's Road to 900,000th Unit Milestone campaign, the second winner has just walked away with a Honda HR-V.
Mr. Lim Hong Ngee from Setapak said, “I am very excited that I will be the owner of a new HR-V, which is my second Honda SUV. I particularly like the sporty exterior design and spacious interior as well as the convenience that it provides for family travel. Overall, I am very happy and looking forward to driving my new Honda car,” said Mr. Lim Hong Ngee at the Road to 900,000th Unit Milestone Campaign Second Winner Announcement Ceremony at Sri Utama Auto Sdn. Bhd.
With two winners already announced, seven more Honda models are still up for grabs for lucky Malaysians to drive home. To register or for more information on the “Road to 900,000th Unit Milestone Campaign”, customers can log onto the campaign’s website honda.com.my/microsite/900k or visit its official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/hondamalaysia/.


In Brief: Mitsubishi Outlander 2019, families should look this way

(Mitsubishi Outlander 2019 |Gallery)
It is a 7-seater SUV that first made its Malaysian debut in 2016. The Mitsubishi Outlander 2019 is the only car in the segment equipped with Intelligent 4WD as standard across all variants. It is a complete package for those looking for a people carrier with all-weather assurance.
How Much Is Mitsubishi Outlander 2019?
Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) offers two variants of the Outlander: 2.0L and 2.4L priced at RM 137,888 and RM 152,888 (OTR without insurance) respectively. Both variants are locally assembled (CKD).


Buy an Aston Martin DBX707, get bragging rights for the world's most powerful luxury SUV too from RM 1,078,000

When you’re splurging money in the millions, you’re doing to want some bragging rights to go with it. Superlatives such as the world’s best or fastest or sexist are a sure-fire way to part a man and his millions. The new Aston Martin DBX707 is the world’s most powerful luxury SUV and can be yours for RM 1,078,000 (excluding taxes).
if you're wondering why the caveat of "luxury" is in there, well it's because Dodge makes this insane thing called the Durango SRT Hellcat.
Nonetheless, Aston Martin started with the already impressive DBX and cranked everything up to 11.


How driving through floods can damage your car, and here's how to do it safely

Driving on a rainy day requires extra concentration. The roads are slippery and visibility is lower than usual. Rainy days also create unwanted puddles, which if they’re big enough, can be called floods.

Even the mighty can fall

You might have seen some cars wading through water like it’s nothing. You are tempted to do it too, sometimes. After all, water doesn’t get into your engine, right? Well, it depends on how deep the water is, how fast you drive through it, and how well your engine bay is protected.
But as a general guide, AVOID driving through water at all costs. Why? There are several good reasons for that.


This is proof that CKD production of the Mk8 VW Golf GTI has started in Malaysia

Here's the clearest indication that the locally-assembled (CKD) Mk8 Volkswagen Golf will be launched in Malaysia soon, as spy photos taken by an anonymous reader included a shot of the Golf’s vehicle identification number, or VIN in short.

The vehicle’s VIN is essentially your car’s IC number and it contains a bunch of useful information, like fitted options to the vehicle, body colour, and origin of vehicle.


Buy a VW Passat, get a luxury island getaway at Pulau Pangkor for free!

Ever wondered how you could buy a brand-new car and an island getaway at the same time? Well, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) is offering customers an indulgent island getaway with every purchase of the Passat.

From now till 30-April 2021, customers of the Passat Elegance and R-Line will receive a complimentary stay at the exclusive Pangkor Laut Resort. Additionally, the Passat Elegance comes with 1-year free insurance worth RM 5,500 while the Passat R-Line comes with 1-year free petrol worth RM 2,500.


Future Perodua Ativa rival, Honda SUV RS Concept continues testing public interest in Bandung

Introduced at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2021, the Honda SUV RS Concept is a Perodua Ativa rivalling concept car that Honda plans to take on the sub-4-metre category. The concept car went on display at the Honda Exhibition held at the Honda Bandung Centre last weekend.
The concept car is a product of a collaboration between Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co. Ltd and the Honda team. It features a unique exterior design that makes one immediately think of the front fascia design of a certain French brand.


This reckless Proton Saga takes gate-crashing to whole new level

A woman was seriously injured after the iron gate of a house that was crashed into by a Proton Saga fell on her yesterday morning, 2-August in Taman Luyang, Kota Kinabalu.
According to Utusan Malaysia, the incident involving victim Maria Jari - a 41-year-old Indonesian woman - took place around 10 am.
The Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (JBPM) Sabah received an emergency call regarding the incident at 10:25 am before six officers and two vehicles were despatched to the scene.


The latest all-new 2021 Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 – one year later and still not launched?

The most powerful Volkswagen Golf the world has ever seen was launched in late 2020, and the hype was real. Volkswagen’s latest all new Golf R Mk8 makes 320 PS and 420 Nm, and doubtless the pandemic delayed its arrival to our shores. At the moment, there is neither estimated time of arrival, nor projected price for the new Volkswagen Golf R, and god knows the superhatch’s fans are beside themselves with impatience.


The Volkswagen Arteon is a Golf R with a boot, estimated prices: RM290k – RM310k

- Successor to the Volkswagen CC returns under a new Arteon name
- Open for bookings, estimated prices RM290k – RM310k
- Only one CBU (from Germany) variant available – 2.0 TSI 4Motion R-Line


13 - 19 May 2021 Fuel Price Update: Fuel prices remain!

Another week and it's time for the weekly fuel price update. No changes this week.
The fuel prices from 13-19 May 2021 will be as follows:

RON 95 – RM 2.05/litre
RON 97 – RM 2.60/litre
Diesel Euro 5 B10/B20 – RM 2.15/litre
Diesel Euro 5 B7 – RM 2.25/litre


All-new 2023 Honda Accord teased, debuting in Nov; to get Android Automotive system just like Volvo?

You're looking at the all-new 2023 Honda Accord – a model that's set to make its debut sometime in November 2022, and comes with a couple of firsts for the brand.


Confirmed: This is the first look of the new 2022 Mitsubishi Xpander facelift!

Previously, we brought you a glimpse of the 2022 Mitsubishi Xpander facelift undergoing a commercial shoot in Indonesia. Now, here is an official photo from Mitsubishi giving us the clearest, high-resolution sight to date of the facelifted Xpander.

Image credit

The official photo is consistent with what the earlier spyshots have shown, where front-end of the new Xpander facelift gains a pair of redesigned headlights (positioned at the middle section of the front bumper, on the edges) in an inverted 'T' shape.
Also read: Spied: New 2022 Mitsubishi Xpander facelift caught in Indonesia, enough to fend off the BR-V and Avanza?


Daihatsu plants in Japan affected by Malaysian chip shortage – Production paused for 9 days

Production of vehicles around the world is affected by various supply disruptions from unrest in Guinea, which is the world’s second-biggest bauxite exporter, to the global chip shortage with semiconductor production affected in various countries including Malaysia.

Numerous Japanese manufacturers have been reportedly affected by Malaysia’s chip supply disruption including Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Adding to that list of affected carmakers is Daihatsu which has said that it will pause production on its Japanese plants for up to 9 working days.


2022 Perodua Myvi facelift shows off ADAS in latest teaser, out 18-November

As the new 2022 Perodua Myvi facelift’s debut inches ever so closer, Perodua has once again released yet another teaser video of its updated King. This time it demonstrates one of the Perodua Smart Drive Assist (PSDA) ADAS suite features which might be Lane Departure Prevention (LDP).

In the 11-second video, not only do we ADAS being featured but looking at the number plate, it is similar to the one featured in our first clear spyshot of the Myvi facelift.
Also read: Spied: Facelifted 2022 Perodua Myvi spotted, are those LED DRLs?


Soon, you can buy a right-hand drive, mid-engine C8 Chevy Corvette in Malaysia

For the first time ever, the Chevrolet Corvette is now available in right-hand drive, and Japan is the first market to launch it.

For the first time ever, the Corvette's steering wheel has been corrected to the right side.

This is good news for fans of the American icon, who in the past had to settle for a Ford Mustang. For the record, the current C8 generation Corvette is a mid-engine supercar that’s closer to a Porsche 911, Ferrari Roma or Aston Martin Vantage.

Right-hand drive Corvette's global debut at Fuji Speedway earlier last week

And if you are familiar with how the grey imports work in Malaysia, you can guess where this is going.


RON 95 and diesel in Malaysia expected to follow global market price in 2023

Road users are expected to pay more for RON 95 petrol and diesel in 2023. This is because the government is expected to scrap the current blanket fuel subsidy system, RON 95 and diesel will likely follow the global crude oil pricing.
As such, Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) warns that there will be a sharp rise in prices for RON 95 and diesel in the coming year.


The 344 PS Mitsubishi Xpander AP4 is doing what the BR-V and Aruz can't

If you thought that Mitsubishi has lost its charm by rolling out boring bread-and-butter models, think again.

This is the Mitsubishi Xpander AP4, claimed to be the first-ever MPV to enter a rally stage.


Spied: New 2023 Nissan Serena (C28) seen in Japan, ProPilot 2.0 ADAS hinted?

Photo credit: maji_4123

Recently, spyshots of the new 2023 Nissan Serena have begun surfacing from Japan, hinting that the sixth-generation family MPV could be launching in the near future.

Photo credit: maji_4123

Codenamed C28, the new MPV will supersede the outgoing C27-generation model, one that has been on sale since 2016. The C27 Serena was only launched in Malaysia in 2018.
Also Read: Spied: Next-gen Nissan Serena C28 spotted testing in Thailand though it was never offered there!

Photo credit: maji_4123

These spyshots also give a decent look at the C28 Serena’s side profile, which seems to hint that the C28 Serena will feature an evolutionary design from the current C27 model.


Gangnam flood leads to RM 292m Gangnam style insurance claim for over 1,500 high-end cars

On Monday, Seoul experienced a record torrential rainfall causing a massive flood in the capital city’s wealthiest areas. After the flood, the country’s insurance agencies have received a record of over 6,000 flood claims with an estimated 1,500 cases made by owners of high-end luxury cars.
According to a Korea Times report, major non-life insurance companies, including Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, KB Insurance, DB Insurance, Hyundai Marine, and Meritz Fire, are estimated to pay millions worth in damages.


VW Passat as efficient as Axia? Top 5 cars tested with lowest fuel consumption - WapCar Ratings

At WapCar.my, we put every car through the scrutiny of Ratings tests. Every aspect such as driving performance, fuel consumption, or even price and maintenance are evaluated accordingly. To date, we have sampled well over 40 cars and you can check out the full Ratings list here.

In this article, we'll go through the top 5 cars with the lowest fuel consumption during our tests.


Did you know that Magneto races for Proton in Le Mans? No, not our Proton

Michael Fassbender, the man that we all know better as the “young” Magneto, will be making his European Le Mans racing debut this year in the customer squad with the Proton Competition team, a German based Le Mans Racing team (nothing to do with Proton Holdings). And Porsche has documented his entire journey in the second season of Road to Le Mans.

Fassbender in the first season of Road to Le Mans

Road to Le Mans is a web series first launched last year to document the Hollywood star’s racing journey to the 24 hours of Le Mans. The first season followed Fassbender as he navigated through the gruelling challenges in Level 2 of the Porsche Racing Experience training programme.


Geely-Volvo: RON95 is enough for your Proton X50, RON97 won’t add more power

“Are you sure that RON 95 is enough? This is a turbocharged engine leh.” That’s a pretty common phrase when it comes to ownership of turbocharged cars like the recently-introduced Proton X50, as many will tell you than RON 95 just isn’t enough for your high-performance engine.

But is it really the case?


Peugeot Inception Concept previews brand's next-gen EVs - 800V, 100 kWh, 800 km

Peugeot Inception Concept sets design direction for future EV models from 2025
Underpinned by STLA Large platform that runs on 800V architecture
Uses steer-by-wire

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) event in Las Vegas, Peugeot unveiled its Inception Concept that sets a new design direction for the brand and previews the next generation of Peugeot electric vehicles (EV).
Peugeot calls the new design language ‘feline stance’, which will be introduced on the next Peugeot from 2025.


Has BMW reached its peak with the E46 BMW M3? I certainly think so

Let’s talk BMW M3. What comes to mind when you think of post-2010 BMW M3s? Chances are, you don’t have much feelings nor opinions about them.
You know they are brilliant machines, but are they as evocative as the older M3s?


Chery is the No.1 car-exporter in China; 50k vehicles in one month

Chery is the first Chinese carmaker to export more than 50,000 units in a month
Between January to July 2022, Chery sold nearly 200,000 vehicles outside of China
Chery targets to launch NEVs in 14 countries this year

In July alone, the carmaker sold 50,614 units outside China (+90.1% year-on-year, or YoY) out of a global total of 131,533 vehicles (+57.7% YoY).
This impressive performance, achieved amidst still-ongoing challenges including the after-effects of COVID-19 and logistical difficulties, means that from January to July 2022, Chery has exported nearly 200,000 vehicles (+36.8% YoY), or about a third of its global sales total so far this year.
Also read: Now with front-view shot, Malaysia-bound 2022 Chery Omoda 5 spotted


Upcoming Toyota crossover EVs leaked via patent images, could go on sale by 2022

Photos of Toyota’s upcoming full-electric crossover have surfaced via patent filings, which includes a C- and E-segment version.

If the design of the electric crossover looks familiar, that is because Subaru showcased its version earlier this year, called the Evoltis.


Indonesians bracing themselves for up to 40% hike in fuel prices - RM 4.82 for RON 92 petrol

Despite being an oil exporting country, Indonesia is not immune to the problem is rising fuel prices. The simple reason is because, Indonesia is a nett importer of petroleum products, just like Malaysia.
Officially, Indonesia has abolished fuel subsidies since 2015 but in practice, Indonesia’s national oil company Pertamina still sells RON 90 petrol – which no other brand carries - and Euro 4 diesel at lower prices than foreign oil companies. It’s a form of indirect price control / subsidy, but unlike Malaysia, the Indonesian government sets a maximum quota of subsidised fuels to be sold every month.


Scoop: Perodua Myvi variants to be reduced - 1.3 X and 1.3 G MT could be killed

The Perodua Myvi is the reigning king of cars in Malaysia but as last month’s sales show, its time at the top isn’t exactly smooth sailing. Nor is the current chip shortage issue but there is another scoop that could see some variants of the Myvi on the chopping block.

According to Automachi, Perodua is planning to reduce the number of variants offered for the Myvi to half – from six to three. The three variants that could be culled are the sole manual 1.3 G variant and the 1.3 X variants.


When will Malaysia launch the new 2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift?

Just yesterday, Mazda took the covers off the new 2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift, improving upon an already-excellent SUV.

Also Read: New 2022 Mazda CX-5 facelift debuts with revised styling and better suspension


Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch vs A-Class Sedan; what’s different other than looks?

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has always been known to us as a hatchback. Indeed, the A45 AMG still holds the reputation of being the most powerful hot-hatch in its class, but Mercedes-Benz decided to mesh things up and unleashed a sedan version as well. What’s different other than its looks?
The answer is: not much.


Malaysian fans can expect the Toyota GR Corolla to launch after 2023 Toyota GR86

GR Corolla will sit above GR Yaris
Body shell is based on regular Corolla. In theory, prices can be same / lower than GR Yaris
Posers can look elsewhere, GR Corolla is exclusively 3-pedal, 6 MT

The next new model launch for UMW Toyota Motor will be the Toyota Veloz, which will succeed the now-discontinued Avanza but if you’ve click on this post, we are pretty sure that’s not the model that interests you. Such is Toyota's wide breadth of product range.

Core variant shown

Following this morning’s global debut of the Toyota GR Corolla in the US, we can now confirm that Malaysian fans can expect UMW Toyota Motor to launch the 304 PS all-wheel drive, 6-speed manual rival to the Volkswagen Golf R next year in 2023.
The eventual launch of the GR Corolla in Malaysia is to be expected, considering that all other GR models have already been launched / going to be launched (GR86) in Malaysia.


Smartphone margins too little, Xiaomi plans to make EVs

Xiaomi, one of the world’s largest smartphone makers, plans to make electric vehicles using Great Wall Motor’s factory. Xiaomi and Great Wall Motors have yet to announce the partnership, but Reuters has reported on the plan last Friday. Xiaomi’s stock price has gone up more than 9% since then.

Ora Good Cat, an EV by Great Wall Motors

Xiaomi’s EV will be targeted at the mass market, in line with the positioning of its electronic products. Alongside smartphones, Xiaomi makes dozens of internet-connected devices including scooters, air purifiers and rice cookers. The plan for EVs comes as Xiaomi seeks to diversify its revenue stream.

Ora Good Cat at the Bangkok Motor Show

If Xiaomi’s plan takes place, this is the first time for Great Wall Motors to offer manufacturing services to other companies. Notable EVs by Great Wall Motors are sold under the Ora brand name.


Owner review:   The "non-national" choice, My 2014 Suzuki Swift GLX

** This article is published on WapCar Community, representing the opinion of users. Click the link below to enter the community for car enthusiasts in Malaysia
https://forum.wapcar.my/

Basic information of my car:
2014 Suzuki Swift GLX


Kinabalu Park car park collapses in massive landslide

The public car park adjacent to the Kinabalu National Park has collapsed due to incessant rain over the past week. A viral video has been circulating around social media showing the extend of the damage though the 2-lane road next to it is not affected.
Located at km 20 Jalan Ranau-Tamparuli in the Kundasang highlands in Ranau, the district police chief, Sammy Newton, believed that the landslide happened earlier this morning as the police department was alerted at 7.15 am.


Owner Review: Fulfilled My First Dream! Owning My Proton Saga 2019

** This article is the personal experience of a 2019 Proton Saga owner and does not necessarily reflect the views of WapCar
Facebook: Darren Khew

 How It All Started


UMWT sold 8,486 units in November, Vios is the best-selling model

Toyota and Lexus sales mirrored the Total Industry Volume (TIV) for November 2021, which is expected to be less than October's. However, demand for the two brands remains strong and the difference was only 14 units compared to the total volume for October when the total number sold nationwide was 8,500 units.

The total sales volume for November is 8,486 units, consisting of 6,620 passenger cars and 1,866
commercial vehicles (including pick-ups).


RHB Drive: Premium & EV Roadshow 2023 at Pavilion Bukit Jalil kicks off today!

The RHB Drive: Premium & EV Roadshow 2023, powered by CARSOME’s ecosystem partners, Carlist.my and WapCar, roared to an electrifying start earlier today at the Piazza, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.

Officiated by YB Datuk Seri Haji Salahuddin bin Ayub, Minister of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living, the three-day event is held from 2 to 4 June 2023 and showcases the latest array of electric vehicles across various price ranges.


RM 15 unlimited weekend pass for Klang Valley train and bus travels coming soon

The government has introduced a new RM 15 unlimited travel pass for families to travel via trains and buses in the Klang Valley on weekends and public holidays.
The pass will go on sale from 1-December-2021 onwards and will be valid for use on the LRT, MRT, Monorail, and Bus Rapid Transit-Sunway Line.


Tesla owners feuding over charging port almost causes man to have a stroke

Looks like fighting over charging stations are becoming a common thing, a video uploaded on the Daily Mail’s Facebook page shows two Tesla owners feuding over a Tesla Supercharger fast-charging port. It is believed that the feud happened at a charging station in America.
Previously, we reported that tension was running high amongst electric vehicle (EV) owners in China. EV owners were caught in massive congestions as the city dwellers head back home during the Golden Week holiday.

Several EV owners were seen fighting over charging ports at charging stations while photos of families having to sit on the side of the road when traffic was at a standstill to save energy for the journey.


KK JDM fans, a Honda S660 owner lost 7 teeth after assault by Alza driver

A Honda S660 owner found himself missing 7 teeth and sporting serious injuries to his head and arms after a fight with a Perodua Alza driver.

Astro Awani reports that the 21-year-old had reprimanded the Alza driver for not using his turn signals before changing lanes when they were stopped at a traffic light in Jalan Kolam, Kota Kinabalu.


Mazda lets enthusiasts down by cancelling RWD Mazda 6, focuses on SUVs

Mazda Vision Coupe concept shown

Hope is a fickle thing, especially among Malaysians and car enthusiasts. Much like the revolving door of politicians claiming to be a part of “family”, Mazda is letting some of its fans down by cancelling the next-gen Mazda 6 which was supposed to be based on Mazda’s rear-wheel-drive (RWD) Large Architecture.

Rendering source (Kolesa.ru)

Over the past two years, Japanese media have been reporting rumours that Mazda is developing the next-gen Mazda 6 and it wouldn’t just have an expected pretty face. The planned successor was reportedly an enthusiast-driven sedan with RWD and power from an inline-6, just like the good old days.

Mazda Vision Coupe shown, supposedly previewing the next-gen Mazda 6

However, as the world moved on from big performance-like sedans to high-riding, electrified SUVs, Mazda has decided to cancel any further development of the next-gen Mazda 6. This was confirmed by Mazda Europe development and engineering boss, Joachim Kunz to Autocar.


BMW shifts focus off the beaver grille, reveals the first-ever G81 2022 BMW M3 Touring

Yes, this is indeed the first-ever BMW M3 Touring as there has never been a production M3 wagon. Based on the G80-generation BMW M3, the 2022 (G81) BMW M3 Touring adds practicality and a massive dose of appeal to enthusiasts, possibly enough to offset its front fascia.

Have you warmed up to it yet?

Unlike the M3 Sedan, the M3 Touring comes in only the Competition form with M xDrive all-wheel drive system. Which means the S58 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six makes 510 PS/650 Nm and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Also read: All-new G80 BMW M3 Competition introduced in Malaysia; 510 PS/650 Nm, from RM 664k


Toyota Innova Hybrid is the first hybrid to be CKD in Indonesia; will it reach Malaysia?

First electrified Toyota in Indonesia
Possible October 2022 roll-out
Could make its way to our market

Toyota has been rolling out its vehicles in Indonesia for a long time but this year marks a huge leap forward as it begins production of electrified vehicles across the straits; beginning with what could very well be the Toyota Kijang Hybrid that the Indonesian Minister of Industry let slip. The Kijang is sold here as the Innova.
During a statement addressing Toyota’s export to Australia, Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita let slip the figure of the first electrification vehicle that will be produced by Toyota in Indonesia.


Dubai Police bring little boy on joyride in Maserati GranTurismo police car

The Dubai Police went the extra mile by offering a little boy the ride of his life in one of their world-famous sports patrol cars.
Lucas Li Chao, a 9-year-old boy from China, has reportedly always had a great admiration for the Dubai Police patrol cars.


After D74A Axia, all-new Perodua Bezza to also get 6 airbags, standard VSC, coming in 2024?

  Daihatsu DN-F sedan concept; a shape of things to come?

The 2023 D74A Perodua Axia is characterised by a spec-sheet that's never-before-seen in its category in Malaysia. Never mind its powertrain, the real headliner is the rich safety features that's crammed into its tiny body.

  2023 Perodua Axia features

6 airbags, and Perodua Smart Drive Assist (PSDA) ADAS are what's fitted to the range-topping 1.0 AV model, in addition to the standard VSC (vehicle stability control) that's on every variant.
Impressive as it is that these are now available on an Axia, it also spells a future trend for Perodua cars – especially one that could be coming next year.
Also read: It's 2023 and the next-gen D74A Perodua Axia should come with adjustable steering


How far has the Hyundai Sonata come since its debut 35 years ago?

The Hyundai Sonata has been on the market for 35 years and what started as a dream to help Hyundai step into the higher-end sedan market has turned into reality. The current 8th generation Sonata is the best-looking D-segment sedan you can get on the market but it took Hyundai many hits and misses before it got to became a popular choice among buyers.

Believe it or not, the first-generation Y1 Sonata was not well received at all. Back in 1985, the Sonata was viewed as just a better equipped and updated version of the identical Hyundai Stellar.


CKD production of Proton Saga begins in Kenya

Four months after the first batch of completely knocked down (CKD) kits for 30 units of Proton Saga cars were shipped to Kenya, the country’s President Uhuru Kenyatta has officiated production of the Proton Saga at the Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) plant in Miritini, Mombasa.

Also present at the ceremony was Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho.


Spyshot: Maxus eDeliver 3 EV light commercial van, 905 kg payload capacity and 240 km range

It appears that the electrified section of the light commercial van segment here might be doubling in size soon if these recent photos are anything to go by. The Maxus eDeliver 3 was spotted recently outside Averis Tower in the Bangsar South area sporting a pair of trade plates, possibly indicating that a launch is imminent.

If all the stars and charging stations align, the eDeliver 3 should be launched by the year end and will join the only other electric light commercial van, the CAM / DFSK EC35, in this extremely niche segment.


Fed up with semiconductor shortage threat, Hyundai-Kia accelerates plans to produce own chips

Hyundai Motor Group is accelerating plans to develop its own automotive semiconductors chips. The chips will be spearheaded by the group’s parts affiliate, Hyundai Mobis.
The move is part of Hyundai and Kia's strategy to cope with the semiconductor supply shortage risks as the need for chips continues to grow amidst the transition to electric vehicles (EV) and autonomous vehicles.


To make beautiful cars, Hyundai spends time designing things you can't even see

Conventional ideas of design usually concerns what can only be seen on the surface, but this being Hyundai, their ideas can be a little bit unconventional. Case in point: their intricate designing of what's commonly invisible.

See that crease by the door jamb? That's the Gray Zone design in action

Termed 'Gray Zone Design', this is Hyundai's way of introducing some zing to areas usually unseen, like the car's floor, inner panels, intake/exhaust parts, joints between doors, and even the nuts and bolts used.
Going beyond traditional design

The mounting points and intricacies are usually filled in by the time the car reaches production

But what's the 'Gray Zone'? This refers to the process between engineering design, and the car's aesthetic design. In other words, the Gray Zone are parts that can only be seen when the door is opened, or when the trim surrounding them are removed.


A sweet Vietnamese lady lent her voice for VinFast's ViVi AI assistant

Not wanting to be left behind, VinFast is also hopping onto the voice command scene, but unlike traditional car makers, they've done so with a twist – by hiring a famous news castor Hoai Anh.

Hoai Anh will lend her voice to ViVi – VinFast's upcoming in-car AI-powered voice assistant.


Nissan's venerable SR20 engine returns in limited numbers, prepare your kidneys for sale

Everything remotely related to the JDM hype nowadays commands prices that would make you consider calling the cops on the sellers for consumption of illicit drugs because let’s be honest, substance abuse seems to be the only logical explanation for those ludicrous prices.
We know you’re yelling now “Only the poor will claim that.” But lest we forget, Japanese sports cars from that golden era of the 90s were targeted at the average Joe and Jane. They provided a tuning platform that could give more exotic machinery a run for their money.
Now though, it’s become a much more valuable commodity; something accessible only to those with deep pockets. First it was the cars. Logically; or rather illogically, next was parts. Anything from go-fast bits to even replacement components were given the dreaded JDM tax. Hell, titanium strut bars from Nismo are going for well over RM 10,000 these days.


Police open fire at desperate Proton Waja trying to escape

Earlier today a Proton Waja was caught on camera ramming into multiple vehicles at a traffic light trying to escape from the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM). The car managed to make an escape and later videos also revealed that the driver has since abandoned the car and fled on foot.

In the 45-second video, officers were seen trying to investigate the Proton Waja driver while at a traffic light in Sierramas, Sungai Buloh.
But the driver ignored both police officers and started reversing, hitting the car behind in the process, before ramming into a Perodua Myvi and what looks like a Tesco delivery truck.


India is giving out RM 12.4k to EV buyers - Tata and Mahindra immediate beneficiaries

India’s growing EV industry is rapidly gaining popularity as up to 15 states have either proposed or adopted EV policies to accelerate the adoption of EV ownership.
These state-driven policies complement national- and city-level policies, especially in automotive manufacturing hubs such as Haryana, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and the national capital, Delhi.


Ah Beng's dream X50? New 2021 Geely Binyue Pro facelift adds loud exhaust and launch control

More details surrounding the soon-to-be launched 2021 Geely Binyue Pro facelift have surfaced. This time around, Geely has confirmed that the new SUV will get launch control, an additional ‘Track’ driving mode, and an electronically-adjustable exhaust system.

Yes, this spunky-looking B-segment SUV gets features usually reserved for upper-rung SUVs. The Binyue is Geely’s second model after the Xingyue to get launch control.


2020 Mercedes-AMG A35 vs 2020 (F40) BMW M135i – Which hot hatch is spicier?

When the 2020 Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic (RM 366,785 OTR 0% SST) was launched it only had one competitor and it is the out-going and no-less fun Volkswagen Golf R. We all know that with the dated features the Golf had to offer, it doesn’t come close to the A35. But come July, with the arrival of F40 2020 BMW M135i (RM 355,646 OTR 0% SST) to our shores, the A35 now has a worthy competitor. So, how do these hot hatches compare in terms of specs?

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Over 5,000 bookings collected for 2023 Toyota Vios in less than one month

At the launch of the all-new 2023 Toyota Vios, UMW Toyota President Datuk Ravindran K. revealed that over 5,000 bookings have been collected for the 2023 Toyota Vios since order books opened on 24-February 2023.

“The response has been overwhelming with more than 5,000 bookings made since reservations opened on 24-February 2023,” said Datuk Ravindran.


Strap on some pumped up kicks for your Mercedes-Benz at Cycle and Carriage PJ's Tyres and Rims Boutique

“Wheels maketh the car.” – Confucius
Don’t always believe everything you read on the internet but Confucius was a wise man and probably would’ve shared some sage wisdom along those lines. Whatever it is, a cool set of wheels always has the largest visual impact on a vehicle’s exterior and Mercedes-Benz is acknowledging this with its first original Tyres and Rims Boutique.
Housed at the Cycle & Carriage Petaling Jaya Autohaus, the Mercedes-Benz Original Tyres and Rims Boutique there is the first and only in Malaysia. It aims to extend the aftersales service experience for customers of the marque that seek to customise their rides further.


Gov postpones toll rate hike plans to 2022 for 3 highways

The government has agreed to postpone plans to increase toll charges for 3 highways to 2022. The increment was previously scheduled to begin on 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2021.
Senior Minister of Infrastructure Development and Minister of Works, Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, said at a cabinet meeting that the decision was made after taking into account the current cost of living.
The 3 highways affected are:


Oceans are warming at a rate of 1.5 atomic bombs/second, BMW sets 1.5 degrees C goal

When you think of an atomic bomb, you imagine a mushroom cloud that releases enormous amount of destructive energy. Now imagine that 1.5 Hiroshima atomic bombs have been going off every second under the sea, for the last 150 years - that’s the amount of heat energy that our planet’s massive oceans have absorbed, which has now resulted in the warming of our oceans, which in turn leads to extreme weather patterns seen today, not to mention the threat to marine life and our supply of seafood.
Oceans are huge, covering more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, so it takes a lot, a lot of energy to warm oceans up to their current level.

Source: IPCC

A study published in the official journal of USA’s National Academy of Sciences said our oceans have absorbed 436 ×1021 J of heat energy since 1871. Depending on time frames used, that figure is now equal to three to six bombs going off every second today, accelerated by rising emissions of greenhouse gases.


12-18 December 2020 Fuel Price update: Diesel, petrol up!

This week's fuel prices continue its upward trend, rising 3 sen for both petrol and diesel.
The fuel prices for the upcoming week will be as follows:

RON 95 – RM 1.73/litre (+RM 0.03)
RON 97 – RM 2.03/litre (+RM 0.03)
Diesel Euro 2M – RM 1.93/litre (+RM 0.03)
Diesel Euro 5 – RM 2.06/litre (+RM 0.03)


Not the facelift yet, G07 BMW X7 M Sport introduced in Malaysia, RM 728k

BMW Malaysia has introduced a new variant for the locally-assembled (CKD) BMW X7, the xDrive40i M Sport, priced at RM 728,800 (OTR without insurance, inclusive of the extended warranty and service package) which is RM 20k more than the Pure Excellence variant.

The BMW X7 xDrive40i M Sport gets M Aerodynamics package as standard, giving it a more aggressive appearance. This is complemented by the 22-inch 758 M alloy wheels, M Sport brake and Individual exterior line aluminium.


Mercedes-AMG GT R F1 safety car gets colourful new look

After months of delay due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Formula 1 season is set to return this weekend in Austria. While fans can’t wait to see the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, and Max Verstappen returning to the track, there is one important car that helps to keep things under control when there’s an accident on the track or when the weather is bad, and that's the safety car.

Mercedes-AMG has been the official safety car manufacturer for nearly 25 years beginning with the CLK 55 AMG in 1997. The current safety car is the Mercedes-AMG GT R which has been in use since 2018.


Honda Brio – The City Hatchback’s baby brother that Malaysians never got

It’s the smallest Honda car on sale outside of Japan
It was Indonesia’s most popular car in 2020
Could the Brio really work in Malaysia?

Though 2020 was a year that saw unfulfilled visions and the whole world shutting itself down thanks to some pesky virus, over in Indonesia, the country saw a new king. Of the road that is, as Honda broke Toyota’s dominance on the best-selling car of the year with the Honda Brio.

The little hatchback, currently in its second generation, saw 40,880 units sold throughout 2020 in the archipelago. Meanwhile, with 35,750 units sold, the Toyota Avanza slipped to second place after holding on for 15 years.


2021 Ford Ranger is now more expensive in Malaysia, price up across the range

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), Malaysia's sole distributor of Ford vehicles, has revised the pricelist of the 2021 Ford Ranger. There is an RM 1.5k - RM 2k increase across the board.

Read our review of the Ranger Wildtrak here.

This update comes after the company introduced a new 5-year/160,000 km warranty for Ranger line-up earlier this week.
Here's the new pricelist in Peninsular and East Malaysia:


After re-test, Thailand confirms no fault, no recalls needed for Toyota Vios, deliveries resumed

Thailand’s road transport authority is satisfied with the results of a repeat side-impact testing of the Toyota Vios, which is sold there as the Yaris Ativ. Deliveries will resume immediately, said the company in a press statement released on Friday.
No changes or recall of existing cars on the road is necessary as the Thai authorities have verified Toyota’s claim to be true, that the part used in the production car, which although is not the same part that was used in the first side-impact test results submitted, still meets the mandatory United Nations R95 standards for side-impact protection.


Should I install strut bars on my vehicle? Is it safe? Is it legal? Is it expensive?

Surely you’ve seen the marketing from a certain strut bar company – installing aftermarket strut bars will increase chassis rigidity, thus enhancing cornering performance and giving you a safer car. It is true to a certain degree, but unlike most aftermarket mods, the results of having one of these will be immediately apparent.
Strut bars – what is it really?


Australia, the last defender of RHD MT sports cars, is giving up on 2-door cars

“Everyone desires for one, everyone has a comment on one, but nobody wants to put money down for brand new unit,” that summarizes buyers’ sentiments in the sports car world, and it also explains why most manufacturers have given up on the segment to focus on more lucrative supercars and hypercars instead – at least those buyers are putting their money where their mouth is.
In a world where sedans and sports cars are being driven out of the market place by SUVs, Australia is one of the last defence for sports cars.


2021 Toyota Fortuner facelift open for booking: 204 PS/500Nm, ADAS, from RM 173k

UMW Toyota Motor has announced that the order books for the 2021 Toyota Fortuner facelift are now open, alongside the sister-car 2021 Toyota Innova facelift.
There will be a choice between 2 variants, the 2.7 SRZ priced at RM 174,244 and 2.8 VRZ priced at RM 203,183, both prices are exempted from SST. Previously, there were 3 variants avaiable - 2.4, 2.4 VRZ and 2.7 SRZ, priced from RM 162,178 to RM 184,431.


The Blue Monster Isuzu D-Max survived the Borneo Safari

Isuzu’s new pup proved its worth in the gruelling Borneo Safari challenge and even gets given the organiser’s Special Award as a recognition of its remarkable off-road capabilities.
Right before Borneo Safari kicked off, Isuzu was proud to announce that they will be throwing the newly introduced Isuzu D-Max Blue Power 1.9-litre engine into the Borneo wild.


Bet you didn’t know that the Mazda 2 started life as a minivan!

No, you didn’t read wrongly. What we know as the stylish B-segment Mazda 2 with supreme cornering talent was first launched as a tall hatchback with minivan styling.
At least that was how Mazda described the car, but one look at the 2, or at that time known as the Demio, and you immediately see a minivan rather than a B-segment hatchback.

Mazda 2 / Demio second generation

When the name Demio was introduced in 2002, it was actually the second generation of the model. A quick search on Google will only bring you back to 2002 but the Demio actually started life in 1996 under another name.


Over 1,000 EVs registered in Thailand in 2020, MG ZS EV more popular than Tesla

A total of 1,056 pure EVs have been registered in Thailand in 2020, with the bulk of the EVs coming from MG.
Headlight Magazine reports that leading the sales scoreboard is the MG ZS EV with a total of 824 units registered, contributing to 78.03% of the total number of EVs registered.
The MG ZS EV is an affordable all-electric SUV that starts at a price of 1,190,000 baht (RM 155,354).


Buying a 2021 Toyota Innova? Here's the minimum salary required for a loan

UMW Toyota Motor has just announced the official prices of the 2021 Toyota Innova facelift in Malaysia. Prices start from RM 111,622 for the entry-level Innova 2.0 E variant and tops out at RM 129,667 for the Innova 2.0 X variant.

Although there is a slight increase in prices across the board for the updated Innova, it is justifiable as UMWT has improved the safety and features of its people mover.


Woman makes harassment report over Nilofa milk 'joke'; Policeman denies

The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) will be investigating a woman’s Twitter allegations that she was sexually harassed by a police officer at a Putrajaya roadblock.
Putrajaya district chief, ACP Mohd Fadzil Ali said in a statement that authorities have received 2 police reports from the victim and the officer involved in the case respectively.
Also read: Police officers suspended for sexually harassing women at roadblocks


Should you wait for the Perodua D55L or book a Proton X50?

I hope you’re not feeling too queasy for more coverage of the Proton X50 because well, here’s another one.
Unlike others that churn out plenty of bite-sized visual information on the hottest car to come out from the Malaysian Tiger in a day, we decided to put the spotlight on another highly anticipated Malaysian SUV, the Perodua D55L.
The battle of two Ps


Geely Haoyue debuts, 7-seater SUV with 1.5T & 1.8T, should this be the ‘Proton X90’?

Geely has officially launched its largest SUV yet, the Geely Haoyue. At launch, the Haoyue is offered as a 7-seater while a 5-seater configuration will be available in the future.
Visually, the Haoyue takes after the Geely ICON’s boxy silhouette. Familiar cues include the expanding cosmos grille, Geely inscription across the tailgate, and slim LED taillamps. Note that the rear quarter glass is fairly big to give the 3rd-row passengers an airy impression inside.


Mazda’s Hiroshima plant is now solar-powered – Even the MX-30’s batteries are charged by the sun!

As car companies approach ways to present themselves as more environmentally-friendly, Mazda is doing something a little bit different from just committing to an all-EV line-up. One of their plants in Japan will not only be powered by nature’s giant ball of light but its EV batteries will also be charged by the sun.

An MX-30 battery pack being charged by the sun

That’s right, apart from supplying electricity to the entire Hiroshima plant, the power generated by the newly-installed solar panel will also be used to charge the batteries of all Mazda MX-30 EV models produced there.
Also read: Are electric vehicles (EV) truly cleaner than combustion-engine cars?


A modern S2000, production Honda Sports EV could debut in 2022

According to a Japanese publication, the Honda Sports EV electric sports car could make its debut in 2022, five years after it was first shown as a concept at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show.

With cost-sharing being a thing, the production Sports EV will reportedly share the same rear-wheel drive, electric-only platform and powertrain with the Honda e.


Porsche #DrivingTomorrow exhibition opens at Changi Airport, until 16 January 2021

Porsche has unveiled #DrivingTomorrow, a pop-up exhibition at Jewel Changi Airport that tells the story of Porsche’s journey towards electromobility, and its futureproof solutions and innovations through the years.
“The mindset of shaping the future of the sports car, with enthusiasm and conviction, has always propelled Porsche forward throughout our history.
The #DrivingTomorrow exhibition is therefore an invitation to join us as we look back at our proudest innovations in electromobility, and unite our traditions with a sustainable future,” said Arthur Willmann, Chief Executive Officer of Porsche Asia Pacific.


Faulty LRT caused many to be late for work, Rapid KL issues apology

Many commuters were late to work yesterday morning due to a faulty train that occured at the LRT Kelana Jaya line.
A train travelling towards Putra Heights had hydraulic leaks at the Taman Jaya station at 8.16 am yesterday, causing the brakes to be applied automatically to stop it from moving.

Passengers that were redirected to the other platform at the Taman Jaya LRT Station

Rapid KL said the incident resulted in only one-track operating between Taman Bahagia and Taman Jaya stations.


2022 Volvo C40 Recharge EV charges into Thailand, from RM 350k

Over the weekend, Volvo Cars Thailand has launched the new 2022 Volvo C40 Recharge pure electric coupe crossover in the Kingdom. The C40 Recharge is Volvo’s first model that is designed as a pure electric vehicle (EV) when it made its global debut in March 2021.

In Thailand, the C40 Recharge is fully imported (CBU) from China, and prices for the fully-electric coupe crossover starts from THB 2.75 million (~RM 350,000). As this is Volvo’s first proper EV model, the C40 will only be sold online through Volvo Cars Thailand’s website.


Maxus charges up the new T60 with more power

Maxus has given its T60 pick-up truck a little refresh that will undoubtedly further strengthen its position as an even better value-for-money proposition. The 2022 Maxus T60 now packs a host of new complimentary upgrades and a bold new face that’ll complement the exceptional safety kit.
For a limited time, all bookings of the refreshed Maxus T60 will be packaged with a complimentary new performance enhancement kit, creatively dubbed the Maxus Performance Kit. It bumps up power to 155 PS but more importantly, it boosts torque figures from the standard 360 Nm to an impressive 425 Nm.


UMWT confirms 2022 successor to Toyota Avanza, Veloz variant rumoured

2022 Toyota Veloz to replace Avanza in Malaysia
To be locally-assembled (CKD) alongside 2022 Perodua Alza
Unlike Rush-Aruz, the Avanza’s successor (Veloz) will be quite different from the D27A 2022 Perodua Alza

The Toyota Avanza is not going away at all, despite the impression given by UMW Toyota Motor’s (UMWT) contract manufacturer Perodua at a recent press conference, which we have to emphasize, was done with good reasons to protect UMWT’s confidentiality, more on that later.

During last week’s Perodua press conference for its 2022 outlook, the company said its planned volume for 2022’s contract manufacturing business is only about 2,000 units.


Used Honda City vs Toyota Vios - For RM 80k - Which is the best starter family sedan for you?

UPDATE for July 2023: For a limited time period, CARSOME is offering an additional 1+1 year warranty for selected units of Honda City and Toyota Vios. Find out more here.
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In the battle of the B-Segment family sedan, two names reign supreme. For well over a decade, many car buyers moving on from their first car or ones that are starting a family would’ve likely have had to pick between the proven Honda City or Toyota Vios.


2022 BMW i4 M50 EV launched in Malaysia, priced from RM 430,800

Thai-spec car shown

Following the debut of the regular 2022 BMW i4 eDrive40 EV back in April, BMW Malaysia has just launched the more powerful 2022 BMW i4 M50 variant.

Thai-spec car shown

The amped-up BMW i4 M50 variant is priced from RM 430,800, marking a RM 41,000 premium over the eDrive40 variant.
Also Read: Yours for RM 389,800 - BMW i4 open for pre-booking in Malaysia, cheaper than 4 Series Coupe

Thai-spec car shown

Powering the 2022 BMW i4 M50 are two electric motors, one on the front axle and the other on the rear axle. Combined output for both motors are 544 PS and 795 Nm in Boost mode, allowing the i4 M50 to complete the century sprint in just 3.9 seconds. Top speed is limited to 225 km/h.


Sayonara, Toyota Passo! Myvi's Japanese donor car to be discontinued

A darling in Malaysia, the Perodua Myvi’s existence wouldn’t have happened if it wasn’t for its Japanese donor, the Toyota Passo/Daihatsu Boon. While the Myvi successfully captured the hearts and minds of Malaysians for 18 years and will soldier on, the fate of its Japanese relatives seems to be reaching an end.

According to a report by Web CarTop, sales of the Toyota Passo have been slipping in Japan with most buyers instead going for the Toyota Yaris. Toyota’s Japanese website posted the status of shipment for its models and the site asked prospective Passo buyers to “contact their dealer” for more information on its delivery situation.


Owner Review: Honda Civic is too mainstream, My 2020 Mazda 3 BP

Basic information about my car:
Mazada 3 BP 2020


31 August - 6 September 2019 Fuel Price Update: RON97 1 Sen Down

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) Malaysia has announced the latest fuel prices for 31st August to 6th September 2019.
Effective tomorrow, these are the updated prices:

RON 95 - RM 2.08 per litre (unchanged, capped)
RON 97 – RM 2.50 per litre (down 1 sen)
Euro2M Diesel – RM 2.18 per litre (unchanged, capped)
Euro 5 Diesel – RM 2.28 per litre (unchanged, capped)

The price of RON 97 fuel is adjusted weekly, while prices of RON 95 petrol, Euro 2M diesel, and Euro 5 diesel are capped at their respective prices.


India is next to spy the 2023 Honda City (GN-series) sedan facelift, launching in January?

After its sudden appearance in Thailand, India is the second known country to spot a camouflaged 2023 Honda City (GN-series) sedan, which is going to be facelifted model.
As opposed to the one spotted in Thailand, the set of photos show a more obfuscated car. Usually, this hints a more thorough rework of a car's visuals – think fresh front- and rear bumpers, and perhaps new wheels.
Also read: Spied: 2022 Honda City (GN-series) facelift aims for all-new Vios, what will it gain?


Follow the speed limit this CNY, PDRM to use In-Car Radar and iCOPS to catch traffic offenders

Starting 28-January-2022, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will be carrying out the 17th Ops Selamat with the use of In-Car Radar and iCOPS vehicle plate scanning devices. The upcoming operation is held in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration.
Deputy Inspector-General of Police Datuk Razarudin Husain said that expressway mobile patrol vehicles (EMPV) will have both systems installed to easily catch traffic offenders.


Think Hyundai cars have poor resale value? HSDM wants to fix that!

Hyundai currently makes some of the prettiest-looking cars, but it is hampered by the perception of poor resale value. Globally, you would see Hyundais plying the roads and they also score very high in reliability ratings.
But here, Malaysians prefer the appeal of the mighty 'lambang H' and its Japanese derivatives to a Korean brand. So, how true is the notion of Hyundais having poor resale value? Let's find out.


Honda Malaysia appoints new MD and CEO - Hironobu Yoshimura

Honda Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. (or the Company) today announced the appointment of a new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura, who succeeded Ms. Madoka Chujo.
Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura assumed office in Malaysia on 1st April 2022. Mr. Yoshimura comes with an extensive experience at Honda, totalling 34 years and has built his expertise in the areas of Corporate Planning, Business Planning, Marketing and After-Sales Services. Having held key roles in various countries including Japan, Thailand and Pakistan, his latest role before coming to Malaysia was as President and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited.

Yoshimura's (second from right) previous position was CEO of Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited.

Commenting on his new role at Honda Malaysia, Mr. Yoshimura said, “I am excited to take up this new role at Honda Malaysia. This unique and diverse nation is truly an important market in the Asia and Oceania region for us at Honda. My predecessors have built the Honda brand to become the success that it is now in Malaysia; as the forerunner in introducing Honda’s advance technology in the region, launching exciting new models and leading the Non-National Passenger Vehicle segment for many years. Most importantly, Honda Malaysia has persevered through and overcame many challenges over the years. I look forward to leading the Company in a post-pandemic business environment and to contribute positively towards the growth of the company.”


PDRM: Lorry in Causeway accident was overloaded

Other than mechanical issues, the lorry that rammed into 11 vehicles at the Johor Causeway heading to Singapore two days ago was found to be carrying more than the permitted load limit.
According to a report by Bernama, the revelation came from Johor police chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat when he was asked for an update during Op Lancar in Jalan Tebrau.

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The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) has also raided the lorry company’s office to look for the vehicle’s maintenance record for a more complete investigation.
“Our investigations covered various aspects and we raided the office (the lorry company) to check records in terms of lorry maintenance and so on.
Also read: 33 records on lorry driver who ploughed into 12 cars on JB Causeway

“In terms of the capacity of the lorry, we found that the (permitted) weight (load of the lorry) was more (than allowed),” said Kamarul Zaman.
At the time of the incident, the lorry was carrying rock dust and heading towards Singapore when the driver lost control and ploughed into 11 vehicles, six of which were local vehicles while the other six were foreign cars.
Also read: Video: PDRM tracing woman who ripped off number plate of Toyota Alphard at the Tuas Second Link
Kamarul Zaman also confirmed that the lorry driver, who had 33 previous summonses for various traffic offences, had been remanded for three days from 8-July-2022. The remand is expected to be extended if the investigation papers are not completed.


Does this naked 2022 Honda Civic FE look less "uncle" than the Corolla?

The upcoming 2022 Honda Civic, known as the FE-generation Civic, has been spotted again in its production form. Latest images from Civic11Forum shows the Honda Civic completely uncovered.

As mentioned in the previous spyshot, the production version largely mirrors the prototype showcased a few months ago, albeit with a lightly-restyled front bumper and wheels.


"Its days are over, makes no sense to revive it" - VW CEO says no to EV Beetle, but yes to Golf

Despite the BMW Group’s success with the MINI Electric and Stellantis’ Fiat 500e being one of the best selling EVs in Europe, VW says it has no intention of following the path of its competitors in building a retro-inspired urban EV.
VW has committed to only make EVs in Europe starting 2033. This also means that some of the company’s most popular nameplates will be switching to EVs but Schafer has rubbished rumours of the company reviving its iconic Beetle nameplate into an EV-only model.


Honda Sensing 360 to pull ahead of Tesla FSD? World's first L3 ADAS to launch in China

Depending on who you ask, and how fervent of a believer he / she is of Elon Musk, you will get a different as to who is ahead in the race to put autonomous driving car on the road. Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD), despite Musk’s claims, is recognized by traffic regulation authorities in all major car markets to be no more than a Level 2 driver assistance system, meaning that it is no different from a regular Honda Sensing with Low Speed Follow (LSF).
The only internationally recognized road legal Level 3 autonomous driving technology is Mercedes-Benz’s Drive Pilot fitted to the S-Class and EQS (feature is not offered in Malaysia though, mostly due to our poor road markings).


New Honda Civic previewed ahead of Malaysian launch

Honda Malaysia today previewed the new Honda Civic ahead of its official launch later this year.

As this is just a mid-life update, changes to the exterior styling is mild. The most obvious difference is the new front bumper, which features a new front fog lamp housing. The wheels have also been upgraded from 17-inch to 18-inch, but only for highest variant. Alongside the new wheels are 235/40 R18 tires.


Proton opens the doors to its largest 4S centre in Kelantan and Terengganu

Proton has opened its 149th 3S/4S centre in the country, this one located in in Kota Bharu, Kelantan. Harima Auto Mobil 4S centre (Harima) has taken over the mantle of the largest Proton dealership in the two east coast states of Kelantan and Terengganu.
Harima isn’t new to the game. The dealership has been operating as a Proton dealer in Kota Bharu since 1986. In-line with Proton’s business direction, the company decided to invest in a new 4S centre to upgrade the customer experience, deliver better service and become a focal point for Proton owners in the state.


Covid-19: Honda Malaysia announces 30-day warranty extension due to MCO

Honda Malaysia has announced that they will offer a 30-day warranty extension for cars whose warranties are expiring during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period.
The 30-day extension will come in effect from the last day of the MCO as determined by the government. UMW Toyota also announced the same warranty extension programme.