Polestar starts US production, avoiding heavy tariffs
15 August 2024
SAN FRANCISCO/STOCKHOLM: Swedish electric-vehicle (EV) maker Polestar moved one step further in avoiding major tariffs imposed on Chinese-made cars on Wednesday when the automaker ...
EV battery production tainted by charges of environmental da...
15 August 2024
DUBLIN: Proponents of hybrid and electric cars say they are a greener alternative to petrol and diesel vehicles.
But the industry's supply chains could be "riddled by human righ...
Singaporeans owe RM3.5mil in Malaysia traffic fines
15 August 2024
SINGAPORE: Singaporeans make up the largest group of foreign motorists with outstanding traffic fines in Malaysia, owing an estimated RM3.5 million (S$1 million).
Out of the 51,...
Leasing model behind Europe's EV drive at risk of breakdown
15 August 2024
LONDON: Low resale values for electric cars have pushed the leasing firms that drive Europe's auto market to double prices over the last three years and some are threatening to qui...
JPJ to study system, streamline the transition of B1, B2 lic...
15 August 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) is detailing what class B1 and B2 motorcycle licence holders must do to obtain a class B license (for high-powered motorcycles).
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DRT service gaining popularity
15 August 2024
PETALING JAYA: At only RM1 per trip, the Rapid Bus Demand Responsive Transit (DRT) van service has been gaining popularity among Klang Valley commuters who are drawn to its safe an...
Second Smart Malaysia dealership for Johor Baru
14 August 2024
SUBANG JAYA: Smart Malaysia is excited to announce the opening of its second dealership in Johor Baru, enhancing access to electric vehicles (EVs) in this bustling southern region....
KGM Motors UK launches special-edition Musso Saracen Platinu...
14 August 2024
LONDON: KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, is delighted to announce the launch of the special-edition KGM Musso Saracen Platinum, an exclusive model to the UK market to celebrate t...
Sportiest electric Volkswagen: Start of pre-sales for ID.3 G...
14 August 2024
WOLFSBURG: Volkswagen is upping the ante by launching a new, even sportier version of the ID.3 GTX.
In addition to the ID.3 GTX, which delivers 210 kW (285 PS), the new ID.3 GTX...
UMW Toyota Motor sold over 9,000 units in July 2024
14 August 2024
SHAH ALAM: UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd (UMWT) achieved robust sales performance in July 2024, with a total monthly sale of over 9,000 units.
This brings the total year-to-date sale...
Aco Tech previews new Atlas OS and other next-gen mobility s...
14 August 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Aco Tech marked its fifth anniversary this year, by unveiling a glimpse into the future with the announcement of solutions developed in response to evolving user tren...
New Smart OTA update (version 1.4.1) available to optimise #...
14 August 2024
LONDON: Smart has introduced a comprehensive and free over-the-air (OTA) update for all #1 and #3 models, improving both vehicle performance and driver convenience.
With this la...
Mercedes-Benz Korea boss to meet residents after EV fire dam...
14 August 2024
Vehicles were reduced to their metal frames after the intense electric fire that broke out on Aug 1. — Reuters
SEOUL: The head of Mercedes-Benz in South Korea is meeting today res...
Rapid Bus DRT to be enhanced with 300 new vans, says Prasara...
14 August 2024
PETALING JAYA: Some 300 new vans will be procured to enhance Rapid Bus’ Demand Responsive Transit (DRT) services, says Prasarana Malaysia Berhad.
Its president and group chief e...
China’s WeRide seeks up to US$440mil in US IPO, placement
14 August 2024
GUANGZHOU: WeRide Inc., a Chinese self-driving automotive company, is seeking to raise as much as US$440 million (RM1.9bil) in a US initial public offering and concurrent private p...
Texas sues GM for allegedly violating drivers' privacy
14 August 2024
AUSTIN: General Motors has been sued by the state of Texas, which accused the automaker of installing technology on more than 14 million vehicles to collect data about drivers, whi...
Nexteer Automotive expands cost-effective, modular steering
14 August 2024
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan: Nexteer Automotive announced its Modular Pinion-Assist Electric Power Steering (mPEPS) system, which expands the company's cost-effective, modular EPS offer...
EZ-6 is Mazda's first global NEV model, launch in late 2024 ...
14 August 2024
NANJING: The Mazda EZ-6 will be the Japanese carmaker's first global new energy vehicle (NEV) to be produced in China .
Mazda will officially launch the EZ-6 in fall 2024, w...
GM cuts China jobs as it resets in world’s biggest car marke...
14 August 2024
A Hongguang Mini in Liuzhou, China. — Bloomberg
DETROIT: General Motors Co. has been laying off staff in China and will soon meet with local partner SAIC to plan a larger structur...
Chery Omoda 5 gets five-star Asean NCAP rating
13 August 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Chery Malaysia's Omoda 5 sports utility vehicle (SUV) has achieved a five-star rating in the New Car Assessment Programme for Southeast Asian countries (Asean NCAP).
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Proton e.MAS 7 impresses in quick dynamic driving exercises
Nissan Kicks e-Power: Kicking off a new efficiency
6.8
Mercedes-Benz GLB 200: Measured versatility
MG5: Slick and comfortable cruiser
8.2
Kia EV9: Prime cut
8.0
Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro: High adventure on two wheels
8.0
Honda Civic Type R (FL5): Ride on the wild side
Mitsubishi Xpander facelift: Expanding the reach
Aveta VTM 250; Affordable & Road Legal Adventure Bike
Nissan to launch affordable Vehicle to Grid technology from ...
Aveta VTM 250 hits Malaysian roads
