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Porsche Macan EV: Re-energised exhilaration

13 March 2025

It has been a decade since we last drove the Porsche Macan and that was in Leipzig, Germany as part of the pre-launch media drive programme. How time flies and we are now drivin...

All-electric Leapmotor C10 SUV ticks all the right boxes

06 March 2025

The sports utility vehicle (SUV) market has long been a hotbed for contention. And with Chinese brands with their all-electric lineup looking for what seems to be “world dominat...

New Kia Sportage: Versatile and stylish

27 February 2025

Rise and shine. It was one of those days where we had to wake up early for a day-long trip to the Selangor and Pahang hinterland. The ride of choice: the new Kia Sportage. Its d...

8.3

Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S 4Matic+: Poking the pocket rocket

20 February 2025

Photos by MUHAMAD SHAHRIL ROSLI/The Star EXCITING driving and Mercedes-Benz might seem somewhat of a mismatch but that staid perception wouldn’t hold water when AMG is in the pi...

Porsche Taycan E-xperience drive: Kuala Lumpur - Kuantan

13 February 2025

PORSCHE in Malaysia recently hosted the Taycan E-xperience drive that showcased the long-distance capabilities of its latest all-electric Taycan sports sedan as well as the conveni...

Mercedes-Benz E 350 e PHEV: Refined elegance, timeless prest...

06 February 2025

Our writer, Lee Pang Seng, drove and wrote about the Mercedes-Benz E 350 e plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) recently. His take on the Stuttgart sedan is here. George Wong als...

8.4

Mercedes-Benz E 350 e AMG Line: Best of both worlds

06 February 2025

Making that transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) to electric vehicle (EV) couldn’t be easier with the latest Mercedes-Benz E Class top variant in Malaysia, the E 350 e ...

7.9

Xpeng G6 580 Pro: Fresh and fluidic

23 January 2025

THE Xpeng G6, an all-electric C-segment crossover, has been an eagerly anticipated experience since making its Malaysian debut in August last year. After a three-day evaluation,...

Guangzhou adventures: Zontes 368 scooter and 703 Adventure m...

16 January 2025

ZONTES in Chinese might mean eloquence, gentlemanly or even a unit of measurement for agricultural products. Whatever it is meant to be, Guangdong Tayo Motorcycle Technology Co ...

7.6

Maserati GranTurismo (Mk2) Modena: Sharp and smooth operator

09 January 2025

FEW brands evoke as much admiration and prestige as one that bears the illustrious trident of Maserati. As a testament to its rich motorsport heritage, blending the finest Itali...

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N: Born rascal

02 January 2025

JUST east of the popular tourist destination Bali in Indonesia, is the island of Lombok where the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N all-electric performance sports utility vehicle (SUV) was put th...

8.8

smart #1 (Premium): Agile, engaging, roomy, premium motoring

19 December 2024

Photos by SHAARI CHEMAT After living with the smart #1 (Premium variant) for a few days, we can only conclude that the premium all-electric compact SUV (sport utility vehicle) o...

Proton e.MAS 7 impresses in quick dynamic driving exercises

28 November 2024

Photos by RAJA FAISAL HISHAN The Proton e.MAS 7 is due for a mid-December launch and to give the media a taste of its performance and road handling capabilities, the national au...

Nissan Kicks e-Power: Kicking off a new efficiency

21 November 2024

IF you are lamenting the lack of new and exciting models from Nissan, you might be pleased to know that Nissan distributor Edaran Tan Chong Motor (ETCM) has kickstarted the rollout...

6.8

Mercedes-Benz GLB 200: Measured versatility

14 November 2024

If you want to stuff 7 people into an SUV, there are a good number of candidates operating at various price points. On the luxury side, the Mercedes-Benz GLB is among those up f...

MG5: Slick and comfortable cruiser

07 November 2024

OUR perception of driving a Chinese-made car has changed a lot in recent times following pleasant on-road experiences with several newcomers to the automotive scene. The Chinese...

8.2

Kia EV9: Prime cut

24 October 2024

Kia's foray into the electric vehicle market with the EV9 marks a significant move upmarket for the brand. Launched locally in June, the EV9 is Kia’s largest and most expensive ...

8.0

Honda Civic Type R (FL5): Ride on the wild side

17 October 2024

Photos by LOW BOON TAT BUILDING on the legacy of the Honda Civic Type R badge, the current FL5 iteration delivers a ferocious driving experience for thrill-seeking drivers on tw...

Mitsubishi Xpander facelift: Expanding the reach

10 October 2024

THE Mitsubishi Xpander clearly endeared itself to Malaysian passenger vehicle owners more than its rivals to carry the boast of being the top non-national multi-purpose vehicle (MP...

First drive of Geely Galaxy E5

10 October 2024

Proton’s first electric car, the e.MAS 7, is now on a nationwide tour while completing final tests ahead of its launch by the end of this year. The e.MAS 7 shares a lot in commo...