What Makes A Classic BMW So Desirable Even Today In our books, the classic BMW design (from 20 years

GAC AION V electric car was officially launched in Finland On September 23rd, GACs global strategic model AION V was officially launched in Finland, following its entry into Poland and Portugal. It offers a WLTP range of 510 kilometers and supports ultra-fast charging it only takes 24 minutes to charge from 10% to 80%. [] The post GAC Electric Cars Now In Finland Poland And Portugal first appeared on DSF.my .

Have You Heard Of The 2025 Hefei International New Energy Vehicle Convention Just last week on September 29, the 2025 Hefei International New Energy Vehicle Convention officially opened at the Binhu International Convention and Exhibition Center in Hefei, China. Top global automakers gathered to showcase their cutting-edge technologies and latest models, concentrating their strengths in [] The post Hefei International New Energy Vehicle Convention 2025 Was Impressive first appeared on ..

Social media this weekend has been buzzing with the PRO-NET announcement for their e.MAS 5 compact EV So, are the good people at BYD Malaysia having a meeting with their partners in relevant automotive organisations in Malaysia to work on a new compact EV like the BYD Seagull (pictured below) to rival this latest PRO-NET [] The post Did PRO-NET Checkmate BYD With A RM60,000 e.MAS 5 Price Tag first appeared on DSF.my .

The Proton X50 may be small, but it's probably the best car they sell now thanks to the upgrades. Last week, Proton handed us the keys to the new X50, gave us a room to stay in Ipoh, and asked us to enjoy the car on our own time. This gave us a proper opportunity [] The post Proton X50 First Drive: Upgraded Inside And Out first appeared on DSF.my .

There are also rebates on other Honda popular vehicles right now Just this week there is a significant selling price drop on the Honda e:N1 in Malaysia due to a new RM34,000 rebate for units registered in October 2025, reducing its price from RM149,900 to RM115,900.This rebate comes as Honda Malaysia celebrates 25 years of [] The post Honda Malaysia Drops e:N1 EV Selling Price By RM34,000 For 25th Anniversary first appeared on DSF.my .

This premium large electric Q8 asking price is hard to ignore Since its arrival in Malaysian showrooms early last year, this all electric Q8 SUV has had to compete with the BMW 1X and Mercedes-Benz EQ SUVs which have established themselves a few years earlier. So, being late to the party left Audi in Malaysia [] The post Audi Q8 e-Tron Slightly Used Event Units For Just RM259,990 Only first appeared on DSF.my .

MG Motor Malaysia has just announced new competitive pricing for its hottest all-electric hatchback, the MG4, making one of the most stylish and dynamic EVs on the market and the only rear-wheel drive hatchback in its segment more attainable than ever. Even the recently launched MGS5 EV is now offered with savings of up to [] The post MGS5 Electric Hatch Gets RM10k Reduction & MG4 Up To RM28k Savings Now first appeared on DSF.my .

Mazda, through its distributor Bermaz Motor has just dropped prices on several Malaysian models including the CX-80, CX-5, CX-8, and CX-30 this October 2025 to improve competitiveness against influx of shiny new Chinese made vehicles, to offset weakened ringgit through increased local assembly efficiency and address slowing sales and profits by reducing costs. All these [] The post Mazda Selling Prices In Malaysia Reduce To Tickle New Car Buyers first appeared on DSF.my .

The Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV arrives with lots of seats and equipment with a sweet price to match. Chery Malaysia today launched its flagship electrified SUV, the TIGGO 8 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), marking a major milestone in the brands expansion of New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) for the Malaysian market. Positioned as a premium [] The post Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV Arrives: RM159,800 And Well Specced first appeared on DSF.my .

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV arrives as the most affordable plug-in hybrid electric vehicle in Malaysia. Chery Malaysia today unveiled the much-anticipated TIGGO 7 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), strengthening its position as a leader in electrified mobility and expanding its New Energy Vehicle (NEV) offerings in Malaysia. The TIGGO 7 PHEV is powered by [] The post Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Arrives Priced At Just RM129,800 first appeared on DSF.my .

The GAC Emkoo SUV takes on the Proton X70 at a competitive price point. GAC, a major Chinese automotive player, has been expanding its presence in Malaysia with local partners Warisan Tan Chong and their latest entry aims to take on the family SUV market in style. It's the new GAC Emkoo and it's priced [] The post C-Segment GAC Emkoo Lauched In Malaysia From RM124K first appeared on DSF.my .

Tesla slashes prices again to all-time lows and this time its a RM13,000 Discount As we had mentioned months earlier in our articles and also on our weekly radio show on BFM 89.9 every Wednesday evening at 8 pm onwards, Teslas price drops are not confined to just America, Australia and China. Tesla has been [] The post Why Did Tesla DROP Its Price By RM13,000 In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

Yes, Its called FRONX and we got the spelling right Suzuki Fronx is a new- generation, compact crossover SUV confirmed for launch in Malaysia in Q4 2025 by Naza Eastern Motors. It features a bold design for the brand and a 1.5L mild-hybrid engine for fuel efficiency. Its cabin comes with advanced tech like a 9-inch [] The post Suzuki Fronx Will Be Coming To Malaysia Soon first appeared on DSF.my .

Honda Malaysia celebrates 25 years with a million Ringgit in pri

The need to push metal is more important over good after sales in todays automotive market We have seen how Malaysians and also the rest of ASEAN nations have a huge thirst for shiny new cars and little emphasis on after sales to keep the customer happy. With board room management pushing sales people hard [] The post How Many Of You Experiencing Terrible After Sales With Your New Car first appeared on DSF.my .

The government is revising the BUDI95 scheme to give a higher quota to e-hailing drivers and boat owners. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced further updates on the implementation of the BUDI95 targeted fuel subsidy programme, which officially began on 1 October. The scheme, designed to ease the cost of living while ensuring fair [] The post E-Hailing Drivers And Boat Owners to Receive Additional BUDI95 Benefits Starting Mid-October first appeared on DSF.my .

JPJ says the owner faces up to 5 years in jail and an RM20,000 fine. The Road Transport Department of Malaysia (JPJ), through its Highway Patrol Unit (UPLR), has seized an SUV after it was found displaying two different registration numbers one on the front (PRF) and another at the back (RF). According to [] The post JPJ Seizes SUV In Tanjung Malim For Using Fake Registration Number first appeared on DSF.my .

Chinas BYD has made history with its luxury sub-brand Yangwang as the worlds fastest car. The U9 Xtreme (U9X), an all-electric hypercar, reached a top speed of 496.22 km/h (308.3 mph) at Germanys Papenburg test track on September 14, 2025. The run, driven by Marc Basseng, surpassed the 2019 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ record [] The post What Tires Did The Worlds Fastest Car Use first appeared on DSF.my .

At the core of the new XPENG G6 which has just been launched in Malaysia is an industry-first upgrade to 5C lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for all trims. This next-gen battery technology offers a safer, more eco-friendly solution by eliminating the need for resource-intensive and costly minerals such as cobalt and nickel, making the [] The post XPENG G6 Supercharging Battery Upgraded From 3C To 5C first appeared on DSF.my .

The facelifted Xpeng G6 is only available with LFP battery chemistry and upgrades all around. Bermaz Xpeng Sdn Bhd, the sole distributor of XPENG in Malaysia, has officially launched the facelifted XPENG G6 now called the G6 Ultra Smart Coupe SUV. First introduced to Malaysians in August 2024, the refreshed G6 now comes with significant [] The post Xpeng G6 Facelift Model Launched In Malaysia From RM179K first appeared on DSF.my .

The Toyota Fortuner VR-Z is soldiering on in 2025 with new rivals showing up. At the end of 2021, I asked to try out the Fortuner, and Toyota gave me their latest iteration, the VR-Z. This initial review came right around the time of the major floods around the Klang area. I took the Fortuner [] The post RM240K Toyota Fortuner VR-Z In 2025: Does It Still Stack Up? first appeared on DSF.my .

The Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV and Tiggo 8 PHEV are open for booking right now. Chery Malaysia has confirmed that its next-generation Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) the TIGGO 7 PHEV and TIGGO 8 PHEV will soon make their debut in Malaysia. Both models are powered by the brands advanced Chery Super Hybrid [] The post Chery Malaysia to Launch TIGGO 7 PHEV and TIGGO 8 PHEV with Super Hybrid Technology first appeared on DSF.my .

Puspakom suggests the Bukit Kajang incident was not due to shortcomings from its own inspection. Following the tragic accident at the Bukit Kajang Toll Plaza, PUSPAKOM has issued a statement to clarify its inspection role after public debate suggested shortcomings in heavy vehicle checks. PUSPAKOM Chief Executive Officer Mahmood Razak Bahaman extended condolences to the [] The post Puspakom Rejects Blame For Bukit Kajang Incident first appeared on DSF.my .

Proton now has a DC Charging Hub in Tanjung Malim for all EV owners. Proton New Energy Technology Sdn Bhd (PRO-NET), a subsidiary of PROTON, has officially launched its first standalone DC Charging Hub at the carmakers Tanjung Malim headquarters. Unlike previous facilities run by third-party operators, this new hub is fully owned and managed [] The post Proton Launches First DC Charging Hub in Tanjung Malim, Open to All EV Owners first appeared on DSF.my .

Volvo EC40 now has a single motor variant available locally. Volvo Car Malaysia has opened bookings for the new Volvo EC40 single-motor variant, priced at RM248,888. The new option makes the fully electric crossover SUV more accessible, coming in RM40,000 lower than the current twin-motor version while still offering strong performance, range, and premium features. [] The post Volvo EC40 Single-Motor Variant Opens for Bookings in Malaysia at RM248,888 first appeared on DSF.my .

BMW issues a major fire-related recall for the US market but is still mum on whether it should extend to Malaysia. BMW has issued a major recall affecting nearly 200,000 vehicles in the U.S., after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) flagged a potential fire risk linked to the engine starter relay. The recall [] The post Nearly 200,000 BMWs Recalled in U.S. Over Fire Risk Will It Affect Malaysian Cars? first appeared on DSF.my .

Under the new BUDI95 targeted fuel subsidy scheme, Malaysians get 300L of fuel at RM1.99/L. The Malaysian government has announced that the retail price of non-subsidised RON95 petrol has been set at RM2.60 per litre, coinciding with the rollout of the BUDI95 targeted subsidy programme. Transition to Targeted Fuel Subsidies The launch of BUDI95 marks [] The post Non-Subsidised RON95 Petrol Price Set At RM2.60 As BUDI95 Programme Begins first appeared on DSF.my .

How fast do electric cars depreciate? Recently my nephew decided it was time to get an electric car and trade-in his hand me down compact petrol car which was more than 15 years old. There was nothing wrong with his 15 year old car, just that it was rather plain inside the cabin. no fancy [] The post Why Did I Lose 7 Months Salary When I Bought My New Electric Car first appeared on DSF.my .

The exceptionally track-ready road Porsche 911 GT3 makes its debut in Malaysia with an upgraded naturally aspirated 4.0-litre flat-six engine capable of 510 PS and 450 Nm, alongside a range of enhancements aimed at creating an even more emotional driving experience. In addition, the sports car comes with more extensive standard equipment and other options [] The post Porsche 911 GT3 Launched In Malaysia From RM2,290,000 first appeared on DSF.my .

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia gets a new CEO after 4 years of service from Shinya Ikeda. Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM), the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in the country, has announced the appointment of Takashi Sakamaki as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately. He succeeds Shinya Ikeda, who has led the company since October [] The post Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Appoints Takashi Sakamaki As New CEO first appeared on DSF.my .

Is this the right time to be purchasing a used electric vehicle Now, if you are really looking for an electric vehicle and worried about losing money on it after a few years, then look at a used electric vehicle. This can be a smart, cost-effective decision, especially given the steep depreciation of new EVs [] The post Should You Buy A Used Electric Vehicle In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

JPJ's Ops Luxury 3.0: Porsche owners the biggest culprits of unpaid road tax in the country. Transport Minister Anthony Loke has revealed that owners of several luxury car brands have collectively accumulated nearly RM35.7 million in unpaid road tax arrears, with Porsche leading the list. According to Road Transport Department (JPJ) statistics, 4,308 Porsche vehicles [] The post Porsche Tops List as JPJ Records RM35.7 Million in Unpaid Luxury Car Road Tax first appeared on DSF.my .

This is another horrific accident where vehicle maintenance and or driver negligence is at fault. The video from the highway operator shows the lorry not braking (it seems the brakes failed) and slamming straight into the Nissan X-Trail. The X-Trail 'stopped' the lorry from going any further and the lorry driver and also lorry owner [] The post Why Did A 12 Month Old Baby Die In This Horrific Accident first appeared on DSF.my .

Last month, BYD Sime Motors, the official distributor of BYD cars in Malaysia sent immediate compact EV rivals into late night meetings to figure out how to re-work the pricing on their soon to launch electric cars (we are talking about the EVs below RM90k) when BYD Sime Motors unveiled the RM86,500 BYD Atto 2 [] The post BYD SEAL 6 EV Shocks The Rivals Back Into The Meeting Room With RM100k Price first appeared on DSF.my .

Past couple of years we are seeing weekly reports of cars on fire, more petrol powered cars Even last week our reader shared with us a rather new compact sedan on fire along the Kesas Highway heading towards Shah Alam. This is not something unusual as we have been shared almost weekly, pictures of petrol [] The post Is Your Dashcam Starting A Fire In Your Car first appeared on DSF.my .

The Nissan Sentra gets a 9th generation model for the US market that's based on the 8th generation model. The all-new 2026 Nissan Sentra has been revealed for the US market and it has some major design changes despite being based on the existing model. It adds standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 safety technologies, a [] The post Check Out The Latest Nissan Sentra, Not For Our Market first appeared on DSF.my .

XPENG Expands Asia Pacific Charging Network with Charge Plus Partnership XPENG, a global leader in smart electric vehicles, has announced a major expansion of its fast-charging infrastructure across the Asia-Pacific region. The move strengthens XPENGs global network to over 2.4 million charging piles, supporting its flagship models like the G6, G9, and X9, all equipped [] The post XPENG Now Works With Southeast Asias Largest EV Charging Operator, Charge Plus first appeared on DSF.my .

According to the latest statistics from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, from January to August 2025, China's total auto exports reached 4.292 million units, a year-on-year increase of 13.7%. New energy vehicle exports performed particularly well, reaching 1.532 million units, a year-on- year increase of 87.3%. Did you know that China has more domestic brands [] The post Chinese Auto Exports Reach 4.2M In Just 8 Months This 2025 first appeared on DSF.my .

It has just been reported that Chinese electric car manufacturer, Li Auto is placing great emphasis on battery R&D;, particularly in the area of 5C supercharged batteries. Li Auto not only conducts in-depth independent research and development in chemical systems, structural design, and core BMS algorithms, but also demonstrates decisiveness in investment decisions. Li Auto [] The post Electric Car Manufacturer Li Auto Increases Investment in Battery R&D; first appeared on DSF.my .