MEXICO CITY: The Chery Tiggo 7 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) has successfully completed an extreme battery scrape test in Mexico, as part of the Chinese automaker's Global Safety Challenge. Witnessed by Isac Mosqueda Montelongo, representative of Notary Public 167 of Mexico City, industry experts and media representatives, the SUV struck a 242mm-high spherical barrier at 30kph [...]

SHAH ALAM: The new 2025 Proton X50 facelift features a world-first Malay language Voice Recognition (VR) and its chosen name is Aisyah. In a statement, Proton says this single industry-unique feature significantly enhances convenience, accessibility and safety, while providing an exceptionally intuitive user interface. Alongside its existing English support, this dual- language capability sets Proton apart [...]

KULIM, Kedah: The new Chery Tiggo Cross in both Hybrid and Turbo variants recently started rolling off the production line at Inokom, Sime Motors assembly facility in Kulim, Kedah. The Tiggo Cross is our smallest and most affordable SUV yet a modern crossover that speaks to a new generation of drivers who [...]

TOKYO: Honda Motor Co Ltd launched a teaser page on its company website to share information on the all-new Prelude, which is scheduled to go on sale in September. Visit the page at https://www.honda.co.jp/PRELUDE/new/ The all-new specialty sports model represents the unrelenting Honda sports mindset of carrying forward the joy of driving into the electrified [...]

Odenwald. KUALA LUMPUR: Michelin has appointed Florentin Odenwald as the new managing director for Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei effective July 1. Odenwald replaces Prichapakorn Dangrojana who has taken on a new role with the group in France. Odenwalds appointment reinforces Michelins commitment to long-term investment and innovation in Southeast Asia, especially in delivering sustainable mobility [...]

BANGKOK: Thailand adjusted an electric vehicle incentive policy on Wednesday to give carmakers more flexibility to meet production requirements and boost exports, amid tepid domestic demand and intense competition as Chinese brands flood the local market. Under its EV policy launched in 2022, Thailand allowed duty-free imports under the condition that domestic EV output of [...]

STUTTGART: Mercedes-Benz will pause deliveries of its EQ electric range to the US and cut prices of new EQ models there, the carmaker said on Wednesday, responding to slowing demand and high inventories at dealerships. Since President Donald Trump's spending bill earlier this month cut tax EV credits sooner than anticipated, analysts have warned that [...]

SAO PAULO (Brazil): The Brazilian trade panel known as Gecex-Camex decided on Wednesday to bring forward a tariff increase schedule for disassembled electric and hybrid vehicles imports, it said in a statement. Fully or partially disassembled vehicles, known as CKDs and SKDs, will be subject to a 35% import tax from January 2027, and no [...]

BOSCH Engineering Group is setting its sights on Malaysia as the launchpad for its expansion into Asean. This will help to bring advanced technology, motorsport-DNA and German engineering precision to a region rapidly transforming its automotive landscape. Operating under Bosch Mobility, the engineering arm is well-known for its work with high-performance vehicles and niche automotive [...]

COLOURS sometimes give a car that special hue in much the same way that clothes would define a person. It is an approach that some car companies take to give their respective models a unique sheen to exude a refreshed aura and appeal or stand them out from the crowd. Honda Malaysia took that route [...]

TOKYO: Toyota Motor Corp saw record global sales during the first half of 2025 as strong demand for hybrid vehicles in core markets helped offset headwinds from President Donald Trump's tariffs on cars imported to the US. Toyota's global sales - including that of subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co and Hino Motors Ltd - rose 7.4% [...]

NEW YORK: When Will Haseltine saw images online of a small, boxy electric pickup from startup Slate Auto this past spring, he got on the waitlist right away. The sparse interior and crank windows reminded him of the no-frills pickups he grew up around in Memphis, Tennessee - but he was most enamored with the [...]

WUHU, China: Chery Aimoga Robotics' research and development team hit a major milestone recently - its humanoid robot, Mornine, successfully performed an autonomous car door opening task. The feat was recently performed in a Chery dealership using only onboard sensors, full-body motion control, and end-to- end reinforcement learning. Rather than being programmed to recognise handles, [...]

LONDON: The Lotus Evija recently smashed a series of records in the definitive Autocar Road Test. The all-electric hypercar shattered multiple acceleration records, recording the quickest time for a 0-200mph sprint and covering a standing quarter-mile and kilometre faster than any car previously. The Evija was put through Autocars definitive, industry-leading road test, in which [...]

ESTORIL, Portugal: The Estoril, Portugal race circuit played host recently to the Lamborghini Temerario for its global driving launch event, with the worlds media, dealer partners and even some owners taking the wheel for the first time. Over 15 days, new Temerario super sports cars including lightweight Alleggerita versions covered hundreds of laps on the [...]

MUNICH: The new electric Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology will have its world premiere at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich (Sept 9 - 14). In a statement, the premium automaker says the all-new electric GLC is the first of a whole new series of cars with elevated Mercedes-Benz iconic design and presents a new face [...]

STUTTGART: The Brabus 1000 hybrid supercar, based on the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance, is another benchmark in electrified high performance. Its hybrid powertrain combines a 4.5-litre Brabus V8 biturbo engine with a high- output electric drive system. The result is a system output of 1,000hp and a peak torque of 1,820Nm, electronically limited to [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: E-hailing service providers Maxim and inDrive can continue operations in Malaysia, following a decision by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD), subject to certain terms and conditions. We are grateful for the opportunity to continue our operations in Malaysia under the supervision of the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD)," said Maxim Malaysia director [...]

LOS ANGELES: Unplugged Performance has unveiled its CYBRSPOKE, a 24-inch UP Forged monoblock wheel engineered exclusively for the Tesla Cybertruck. Unplugged Performance, a leader in Tesla-focused performance upgrades, said its CYBRSPOKE wheel was designed with brutalist influence. The CYBRSPOKE wheel fuses utility and design with a refined, muscular stance and elevated OEM+ fitment. Unplugged Performance [...]

LOS ANGELES: Unplugged Performance has unveiled its first-of-its-kind forged "indestructible" wheel for the Tesla Model Y, Model 3 and Robotaxi. Unplugged Performance, a leader in high-performance aftermarket upgrades for Tesla vehicles, said its UP Forged Road Warrior (UP-RW) is built for the future of autonomous mobility and the Tesla Cybercab and Robotaxi fleet. The new [...]

LONDON: In a bold demonstration of real-world range testing, Omoda UK put its flagship SUV, the Omoda 9 SHS (Super Hybrid System) to the test on a tour across nine European countries. The Omoda 9 plug-in hybrid exceeded its WLTP estimate of 700 miles (1,126km) and completing the route using the power of only one [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: After six thrilling weekends, the Volvo Padel Open 2025 came to an electrifying close recently and cemented its place as Malaysias largest and most exciting padel tournament. In its second edition, the tournament drew a record-breaking turnout with over 400 players across three categories Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced and 160 first-timers. [...]

TOKYO: The all-electric Honda N-One e ultra-compact car has been revealed in Japan, and it can deliver over 270km (WLTC cycle). Honda says the N-One e was developed as an ideal EV (electric vehicle) for Japan. It inherits the endearing exterior design, spacious interior space, and easy handling qualities of the Honda N360 classic Japanese [...]

SHAH ALAM: Puspakom has extended its vehicle inspection operations at its Glenmarie and Batu Caves centres to seven days a week, starting July 26. This extension will be implemented on a three-month trial basis, as part of Puspakoms broader efforts to enhance accessibility and service efficiency. Following the Klang Valley rollout, Puspakom is planning to [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Jetour Auto Malaysia has started local assembly operations for its popular SUV models, namely the Dashing and VT9, at the Berjaya Assembly Sdn Bhd (B-Assembly) facility in Tampoi, Johor Bahru. This milestone marks a significant step in Jetours localisation strategy and reinforces the brands long-term commitment to the Malaysian automotive market. The local [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Isuzu Malaysia has solidified its second position in market ranking, following yet another quarter of robust D-Max pick-up truck sales. In a statement, the company said the increase in volume comes on the back of its best quarterly performance in the first quarter of 2025, leading to a half- year market share of 16% [...]

KUALA LUMPUR: Over 10,000 local and international participants and spectators converged last weekend (July 26 and 27, 2025) at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC) for the third edition of Redline Fitness Games by Nissan. Following the overwhelming reception of the first two instalments in 2023 and 2024, this years event greatly surpassed [...]

AFFALTERBACH, Germany: The Concept AMG GT Track Sport is set to open another exciting chapter in Mercedes-AMG's performance history. With a first teaser of the Concept AMG GT Track Sport, MercedesAMG offers an exclusive insight into the development workshop in Affalterbach. Here, the camouflaged high- performance project is being finalised before it has to prove itself [...]

LONDON: Set to arrive in the UK in 2026, the all-electric Mazda6e will make its UK public debut at the three-day CarFest 2025. The Mazda6e is available in Europe with two powertrain options: a choice of 68.8kWh or 80kWh battery. The 68.8kWh version offers a range of up to 300 miles (483km) and with 200kW [...]

SHAH ALAM: Sri Maju Cergas Logistics Sdn Bhd (SMCL) has strengthened its operations with the recent addition of 12 units of the Scania Super XT G460A6X4HZ. The recent handover of 12 units and signing ceremony for 10 additional units was held at Scania Malaysia, Bukit Jelutong. This also strengthens their sustainable partnership with Scania which [...]

SHAH ALAM: Newly-formed Proton International Corp Sdn Bhd (PICSB) is aiming for export sales of 6,000 units this year, with a target to double that figure in 2026, and exceed 10 times that volume by 2030. PICSB is national automaker Proton's wholly-owned subsidiary and international arm. Currently, Proton exports to 19 countries, namely Brunei, Fiji, [...]

MIRI, Sarawak: Motul has officially appointed East Success Prolube Sdn Bhd as its authorised distributor in Sarawak. With this partnership, East Success Prolube will distribute Motuls full range of premium engine oils including the iconic 300V, Motul 8100 Power, H-Tech, Power SUV, MS-A Power, Eco-Tech, 4100, and Multipower D-Turbo lines. The portfolio also includes transmission [...]

STUTTGART: Porsche's operating profit from its core car business excluding financial services collapsed to just 154 million (RM891.4mil) in the second quarter. That is down from around 1.7 billion (RM8.42bil) in the same period last year, amounting to a fall of nearly 91%. Revenue for the brand fell by roughly 12.9% to just [...]

PARIS: Bugatti is bidding farewell to its unparalleled 16-cylinder engine with a roadster, a W16 Mistral even more tempestuous than the powerful French wind that gave it its name. During test drives, the open two-seater reached 453.9kph, securing the world record for open-top cars, the manufacturer announced. Customers can drive it up to 420kph, but [...]

BERLIN: An older car with a petrol or diesel engine that has already been produced must surely have a better carbon footprint than a brand new electric car that has to be manufactured first, right? It is an often-heard argument when discussing the green credibility of electric cars, and supporters never tire of using this [...]

PARIS: Stellantis on Friday appointed Gilles Vidal, credited with overhauling Renault's line up, as head of design for its European brands at a time when the automaker needs to better manage its sprawling portfolio. Vidal will oversee the design strategy for Stellantis' European brands, which include Peugeot, Fiat, Citroen and Opel, covering city cars to [...]

NEW YORK: In the United States, Honda has confirmed that the 2026 Prelude will feature the suspension, wide front and rear tracks, and Brembo front brakes from the legendary Civic Type R. The 2026 Prelude, the brand's new grand touring sports coupe, is set to arrive at dealers later this year. This marks the first [...]

LOS ANGELES: The California Corvette concept reimagines the Corvette with a futuristic, Southern California twist. It is the second in a series of three Chevrolet Corvette concept design studies to debut in 2025. The California Corvette concept was developed by GMs Advanced Design studios in Pasadena, as part of a global design project. Our Advanced [...]

PETALING JAYA: Darren Chan Chon Hoe has been appointed as managing director of Bosch Malaysia, effective July 1, 2025. The new role is in addition to Chans existing responsibilities as Bosch Rexroth Malaysias CEO and managing director, and the regional technology leader for industrial hydraulics at Bosch Rexroth Asean. Chan is the first Malaysian to [...]

OTTAWA: The Canadian packaging for the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N TCR Edition has been confirmed, and it offers an unparalleled driving experience and road presence for N-thusiasts. Inspired by Hyundai's dominant force in the Touring Car Racing (TCR) World Tour, the Elantra N TCR brings track-bred performance and design to Canada. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZEoIJGK3Ro N customers have [...]