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China first to produce over 10 million NEVs in a year
15 November 2024
BEIJING: China's year-to-date new energy vehicle production volume surpassed 10 million units on Thursday, making it the first country in the world with an annual production that h...
Hyundai Motor names Jose Munoz as CEO, first foreign leader
15 November 2024
SEOUL: Hyundai Motor Co. named Jose Munoz as chief executive officer, making him the first foreigner to lead the South Korean automaker as it seeks to grow outside its home country...
Jaguar previews ultra-luxury electric sedan amid brand trans...
15 November 2024
LONDON: Jaguar has released some teaser photos of its all-new electric car that is going to get even more expensive as the brand strives to move up the value chain. The upcoming...
MAA projects Malaysia's 2024 vehicle sales to increase to 80...
15 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) has projected Malaysia's 2024 total industry volume (TIV) for motor vehicle sales at 800,000 units, an increase of 35,000 u...
Malaysia sets sights on hydrogen-powered cars in the mix
15 November 2024
PUTRAJAYA: While there’s significant buzz about electric vehicles currently, three hydrogen cars are set to hit the road in Peninsular Malaysia by the first quarter of 2025. Thi...
SAIC Motor promises better MG service with new parts warehou...
15 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: SAIC Motor Malaysia announced on Thursday the opening of a new MG Motor parts warehouse in the Klang Valley to streamline aftersales support for MG owners. The fac...
VW reveals updates for 2025 Golf GTI and Golf R
15 November 2024
All pix show Golf R Black Edition. RESTON (Virginia, USA): Volkswagen of America has unveiled the updated 2025 models for its popular Golf GTI and Golf R, focusing on enhanced p...
Michelin admits changing car tyres too often harms the envir...
15 November 2024
PARIS: French tyre manufacturer Michelin has come up with some unusual advice for motorists who it says can save money and reduce air pollution and wastage at the same time. Mic...
KLIMS 2024 offers lucky draw prizes worth up to RM250,000
14 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: After a six-year hiatus, the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) is set for a highly anticipated return and dazzling display at the Malaysia Internationa...
StarCarSifu Auto Show 2024: PCM Group and Allure Auto
14 November 2024
PETALING JAYA: PCM Group and Allure Auto Sdn Bhd are bringing more varieties of cars from Japan, China and Europe to the StarCarSifu Auto Show 2024 at Sunway Pyramid, Petaling Jaya...
Miros releases safety guides for electric vehicles
14 November 2024
MELAKA: The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros) has introduced three safety guidelines for electric vehicles (EV) to improve EV safety management. Transport Mini...
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BYD Sealion 7 launched, 2 variants from RM184,500
14 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The BYD Sealion 7 performance SUV is launched today, adding to the brand's growing lineup in Malaysia. BYD distributor Sime Darby Motors is offering the Tesla Mode...
Zeekr to take control of Lynk in major Geely shake-up
14 November 2024
HONG KONG/SHANGHAI: Chinese premium electric vehicle maker Zeekr will take control of Lynk & Co, a sister brand owned by Geely and Volvo Cars, two sources with direct knowledge...
New BYD and BMW car plants in Hungary to start production in...
14 November 2024
BUDAPEST: Car plants under construction by BYD and BMW are expected to start production in Hungary in the second half of 2025, which could help boost the country's economy, Prime M...
Waymo autonomous taxis are now available to everyone in Los ...
14 November 2024
LOS ANGELES: Everyone in Los Angeles can now enjoy rides in Waymo's autonomous taxis, a service that will gradually be extended to all the city's neighborhoods. This opens up unpre...
Geely in talks for control of flying taxi startup Volocopter
14 November 2024
BERLIN: Geely is in advanced talks to take control of Germany’s Volocopter Gmbh in a deal that would save the flying taxi startup from potential bankruptcy, according to people fam...
Hyundai teases Ioniq 9 SUV’s lounge-like interior
14 November 2024
SEOUL: Hyundai Motor on Wednesday reveal initial details of the interior of its Ioniq 9, the brand’s first all-electric three-row SUV. Ioniq 9 signifies Hyundai Motor’s entry in...
CATL pushes beyond batteries into power grids, EV platforms
13 November 2024
NINGDE (China): Robin Zeng, the billionaire founder of CATL aims to reinvent the world’s largest battery maker as a green-energy provider and to slash the cost of developing electr...
Malaysia shifts gears: Now gunning to become an automotive c...
13 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia aims to transition from its long-standing role as a manufacturer of automotive components to become a key player in designing chips for the automotive indust...
Trump picks Musk, Vivek for govt efficiency effort
13 November 2024
The arrangement Trump has in mind may allow Musk to avoid resigning from his companies. - AFP WASHINGTON: Billionaire Elon Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will lead a new ...