Reduced pricing on the Kia Sportage 1.6T High helps to make the case for this mid-sized SUV. Malaysians are no strangers to the Kia brand. I distinctly remember one of the teachers in my primary school driving a Sephia and know of friends and family that still own the Forte. One model that never quite [] The post Kia Sportage 1.6T High: Right-Priced Ride first appeared on DSF.my .

BMW Z3 Coupe 2.8 is one forgotten classic sports car in Malaysia The BMW Z3 coupe is a pure bred 2-seater with a snug fixed-roof body. A replacement concept was planned in 2023 and shown to the public, but it never went into production. Looking like a sibling to the 3.0 CSL it could have [] The post Look At Buying And Keeping A BMW Z3 Coupe first appeared on DSF.my .

The Proton e.MAS 5 has achieved a historic monthly delivery volume. PRO-NET, the subsidiary of national automaker PROTON, has announced a landmark achievement for the month of January 2026, with the delivery of 3,276 units of the Proton e.MAS 5. This figure represents the highest monthly volume ever recorded for a single model under the [] The post Proton e.MAS 5 Sets New Delivery Milestone with Over 3,000 Units in January 2026 first appeared on DSF.my .

Lumina 3 Sixty is a new consultancy. It was launched to support automotive industry growth. Three industry veterans have come together to form Lumina 3 Sixty, a consultancy specialising in Executive Coaching, Consultancy & Training for the automotive industry. Led by Thirumurugan Shanmugam (Thiruh Shan) formerly COO of EON, Jack Zaal (Multi Brand) and Hal [] The post Executive Coaching, Consultancy & Training For The Automotive Industry first appeared on DSF.my .

Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia has officially commenced mass production of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce. Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has achieved a major strategic milestone with the official mass-production line-off of the all-new Mitsubishi Xforce at its assembly plant in Pekan, Pahang. This move underscores the brand's commitment to the Malaysian market, transitioning the highly anticipated compact [] The post Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia Marks Milestone with Local Production of ..

Seiko is celebrating their 145th anniversary with the introduction of 4 limited edition timepieces from King Seiko, Prospex, Presage and Astron. Seiko is celebrating a remarkable milestone in its storied history, marking 145 years of horological excellence and innovation. To commemorate the occasion, the brand has unveiled four new limited-edition timepieces across its most prestigious [] The post These Four Limited Edition Timepieces Mark Seikos 145th Anniversary first appeared on ..

The upcoming Jetour T1 has been given 5-stars from ASEAN NCAP. The Jetour T1 has officially achieved a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, solidifying Jetours reputation for safety in the Southeast Asian market. Following the evaluation of the larger T2 model, the rugged compact crossover T1 underwent rigorous testing at the end of 2025 under the [] The post Jetour T1 Gets Full 5-Star ASEAN NCAP Rating first appeared on DSF.my .

Finally the BAN on power operated flushed car door handles is ON China has just officially moved to BAN hidden, electronically-actuated car door handles, a design feature popularised by Tesla and adopted by many electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers in recent years. We have commented on this since our first meeting with a power operated flushed [] The post China Has Banned Flushed Electric Operated Car Door Handles first appeared on DSF.my .

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) is currently assessing the possibility of assembling the Toyota Urban Cruiser electric version in Indonesia. This Toyota model is presently sold as a fully imported (CBU) unit from India. Incidentally, the Urban Cruiser EV is a compact electric SUV developed in collaboration with Suzuki. It is offered with two lithium [] The post Toyota Urban Cruiser EV Might Be Assembled In Indonesia And Launched In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

This might be a good time to visit the showroom and test drive the EX90 In early April last year (2025) Volvo Car Malaysia pulled the covers off its latest fully-electric flagship, the EX90 SUV. This tailpipe-less large SUV debuted alongside its newly-facelifted petrol engine equipped XC90 and was made available in a sole Ultra [] The post You Might Be Able To Get A RM30k Overtrade On The Volvo EX90 first appeared on DSF.my .

First Singapore appearance of the Dongfeng 008 Dongfeng stepped into the spotlight in Singapore with the launch of Dongfeng Vigo, alongside a first look at three models planned in right-hand-drive for the local market. Built for urban life, Dongfeng Vigo pairs a compact body with smart space, flexible storage, and a connected cabin which is [] The post Dongfeng 008 Launched In Singapore Before Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift has been revealed with thousands of changes. In celebration of the 140th anniversary of Carl Benzs 1886 invention of the automobile, Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled the new S-Class, an icon meticulously refined in every detail to remain the benchmark of luxury. Marking the most extensive generation update in its history, more than [] The post Mercedes-Benz S-Class W223 Facelift Arrives first appeared on DSF.my .

The Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is about to kick off and tickets are on sale. The inaugural Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup is gearing up for its debut season in 2026, with major milestones recently announced regarding its expanding grid, official race format, and ticket availability. In partnership with MotoGP, this global racing series will showcase [] The post Ticket Sales Open For First-Ever Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup first appeared on DSF.my .

Malaysian pricing for these two Alfa Romeo vehicles have just been confirmed. Alfa Romeo Malaysia has officially announced the pricing for its debut models, the Giulia Veloce and Stelvio Veloce, marking a strategic milestone in the brands return to the Malaysian market. Both models are fully imported, complete built-up (CBU) units manufactured in Cassino, Italy, [] The post Alfa Romeo Malaysia Confirms Pricing For Giulia Veloce & Stelvio Veloce first appeared on DSF.my .

The Ministry of Transport is incentivizing the removal of older vehicles from our roads with up to RM4,000 in public and private funds. A few years ago, there were fears that the government would start to implement ways to discourage the ownership of older vehicles. It was thought that some mechanism would be used to [] The post Up To RM4,000 To Scrap Your 20 Year Old Car In Exchange For A New Proton Or Perodua first appeared on DSF.my .

After two weeks of racing in the Defender Dakar D7XR over relentlessly tough terrain, fellow teammates Sara Price and Sean Berriman finished in second place, whilst Mr Dakar Stphane Peterhansel and codriver Mika Metge finished in fourth position in the Dakar Rally Stock class rankings. The overall Stock class win followed Rokas and Oriol claiming [] The post Land Rover DEFENDER Rally Makes History At Dakar Rally Debut first appeared on DSF.my .

Between January and December 2025, the EU saw 10,822,831 new cars registered across its 27 member states, according to the latest data from ACEA. According to research Autovista24, of the EUs major new-car markets, Spain consistently shone as a beacon of prosperity in 2025. Buoyed by healthy electric vehicle (EV) sales, supported by effective incentives, [] The post European Electric Vehicle Adoption Positive in 2025 first appeared on DSF.my .

Honda Malaysia today announced its 2025 sales performance, totalling 72,301 units sold, representing 8.8% market share. Honda Malaysia also continued to lead the market as the No.1 brand in the Non-National Passenger Vehicle Segment for the 12th consecutive year. This encouraging sales performance is attributed to its balanced product portfolio, strong demand for hybrid technology, [] The post Honda Malaysia Sold 72,301 Units In 2025 With 8.8% Market Share first appeared on DSF.my .

The GWM Wey G9 Hi4 PHEV is the first of its kind to be locally-assembled and exported to Thailand. Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia has officially entered the luxury MPV segment with the launch of the GWM WEY G9 Hi4 PHEV. As the first Chinese luxury New Energy plug-in hybrid MPV to be assembled locally, [] The post GWM Wey G9 Hi4 PHEV Launched In Malaysia, Locally-Assembled first appeared on DSF.my .

The Toyota Vios HEV has been previewed in Malaysia and the specs and pricing is as follows. The fourth-generation Toyota Vios has officially entered the electrified era in Malaysia with the launch of the Toyota Vios HEV and the performance-inspired Vios HEV GR Sport. This finally brings Toyota's hybrid technology into the B-segment sedan market [] The post Toyota Vios HEV Previewed In Malaysia, From RM104K first appeared on DSF.my .

The latest Proton Saga (MC3) (the nameplate if already 40 years old) features a new 1.5L i-GT engine, upgraded Advanced Modular Architecture (AMA) platform for better safety, and improved tech like a 16-inch integrated dual screen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Key highlights include a 120 PS/150 Nm engine, 4AT/CVT options, LED lighting, and enhanced [] The post Five Reasons Presented To Consider The Latest Proton Saga first appeared on DSF.my .

Thailand's objective to grow domestic EV production In 2024, Thailand ranked as the world's tenth-largest automotive producer. Among ASEAN member states, Thailand is the region's primary automotive production hub. The automotive sector contributed approximately 12% of Thailand's overall GDP in 2024. Thailand's automotive manufacturing industry is currently dominated by foreign companies, with Chinese EV manufacturers [] The post Thailand Encouraging Local EV ..

This is the first-ever myHyundaiCare This event was brought Hyundai owners together for a meaningful day at Tiarasa Glamping Resort, Janda Baik. Sharing quality time, family moments and simple joys reminded us why staying close to our customers matters most. This is how we continue growing our Hyundai community and its only the beginning. Key [] The post First-ever myHyundaiCare event a success first appeared on DSF.my .

The Nissan Aura NISMO RS Concept shows the old brand still has what it takes to impress. Unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 earlier this month, the Nissan Aura NISMO RS Concept represents a significant evolution in the world of high-performance hot hatches. Developed as a technical validation exercise by Nissan and Nissan Motorsports [] The post Nissan Aura NISMO RS Concept Shows That Nissan Still Has It first appeared on DSF.my .

The MINI Countryman E and Countryman SE All4 now have more range. The all- electric MINI Countryman is set to redefine the compact SUV segment with a suite of technological updates arriving in March 2026. Available in two distinct variantsthe MINI Countryman E and the MINI Countryman SE All4this latest evolution combines the brand's legendary "go-kart" [] The post Electric MINI Countryman Updated, Now With 501KM WLTP Range first appeared on DSF.my .

The Genesis X Skorpio Concept debuts as a 1,100-horsepower luxury off-roader. Genesis has unveiled its most daring project yet: the Genesis X Skorpio Concept. This extreme off-road recreational vehicle represents a new chapter for the luxury marque, blending its hallmark "Athletic Elegance" with the raw, uncompromising performance required to conquer the worlds harshest terrains. Inspired [] The post Genesis X Skorpio Concept Revealed first appeared on DSF.my .

Jaecoo's parent company is now utilising the Mercedes-Benz assembly facility in Wanaherang, Bogor, West Java, as an additional production site. The increased demand from Indonesians buyers exceeded Jaecoo's initial projections, requiring an expansion of production capacity to maintain supply to consumers. Chery Group President Director Zhen Shuo stated that the Jaecoo J5 assembly process at [] The post Jaecoo J5 Being Assembled At Mercedes-Benz Facility In Indonesia Due To ..

Segambut, Seputeh and Setiawangsa main areas for abandoned vehicles Abandoned cars in mall and business car parks are a growing issue, often due to owners passing away or even financial hardship. When we say financial hardship it is mostly due to loan defaults and costly repairs which might be more than the value of the [] The post DBKLs 3 Depots Nearly Full Holding Over 2000 Abandoned Vehicles first appeared on DSF.my .

Volvo ES90 is the second electric vehicle to be locally assembled in Malaysia this year Officially launched in Malaysia on January 22, 2026, the ES90 is the brand's first fully electric flagship sedan. It is produced as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) model at Volvos assembly plant in Shah Alam. Production Facility: Assembled at the [] The post Volvo ES90 Luxury EV Is Locally Assembled In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

The price assurance scheme is over, 2026 Denza D9 models will be 15% more expensive than last year's batch. Just four days after guaranteeing the price of 2025 Denza D9 models, Denza Malaysia has now stated that stocks are running low and 2026 models will be more expensive. The upcoming 2026 DENZA D9 range will [] The post 2026 Denza D9 Pricing Is About To Increase By 15% first appeared on DSF.my .

Geely's CaoCao wants to start their robotaxi programme by 2030. CaoCao Inc. has announced plans to deploy 100,000 purpose-built Robotaxis by 2030, marking a significant entry into the commercial autonomous mobility sector. The announcement, made during Geely Holding Groups 2026 Strategy Briefing, outlines a comprehensive roadmap for large-scale commercial operations both in China and internationally. [] The post Geelys CaoCao Plans To Deploy 100,000 Robotaxis Globally first ..

The Volkswagen Tayron R-Line is set to be launched in India in March 2026. Volkswagen India (officially known as koda Auto Volkswagen India) is strategically reinforcing its SUV offensive by commencing the local assembly of the Volkswagen Tayron R-Line. This new three-row SUV, expected to officially launch in March 2026, is being assembled at the [] The post Volkswagen Tayron R-Line Now Assembled In India, Will It Come Here? first appeared on DSF.my .

Porsche Studio Singapore integrates unique features to create an enhanced Studio concept Porsche has transitioned to a direct-to-consumer sales model in Singapore, which was initiated back in January 1, 2023, making it the only market globally where the manufacturer has full, direct control of its sales operations. The new sales method introduced by Porsche in [] The post Porsche Singapores New Direct Consumer Sales Method Since 2023 first appeared on DSF.my .

Will Audi in Malaysia move in the same direction Audi Singapore has officially transitioned to a direct-to-consumer sales model, becoming the first Audi market globally to fully adopt this approach. This shift, which took effect by early 2025, means the brand now manages car sales directly, bypassing the traditional dealer model for new car purchases. [] The post Audi Singapore Is NOW A Direct To Consumer Sales Business first appeared on DSF.my .

Tesla Malaysia has introduced two new variants while maintaining pricing for existing models. Tesla Malaysia has expanded its lineup in Malaysia with the introduction of the Model 3 Standard and the Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD). These additions are designed to lower the barrier to entry for premium electric mobility while offering the [] The post Tesla Expands Variant Selection In Malaysia, Absorbing CBU Duties For 2026 first appeared on DSF.my .

Ahead of its local launch, the GWM Wey G9 is being exported to Thailand from Malaysia. GWM Malaysia announced the commencement of its first Completely Knocked Down (CKD) export shipment of the GWM WEY G9 to Thailand. This milestone follows the successful local assembly of the model in Melaka and marks a strategic phase in [] The post GWM Wey G9 Now Exported From Malaysia To Thailand first appeared on DSF.my .

Suzuki has decided that Ford should be the ones to buy over their plant in Rayong, Thailand. The automotive industry is going through massive shifts. Yesterday we learnt that Nissan would be selling their South African plant to Chery. Today we learn that Suzuki is selling their Thailand plant to Ford. This particular deal was [] The post Suzuki Sells Thailand Plant To Ford first appeared on DSF.my .

Here are some photos from yesterday's A&W; PJ Drive-in Classic Car Meet organised by MYClassicCars. We were at the A&W; Drive-In Classic Car meet yesterday for a short while and snapped a few photos. We've uploaded a gallery of them here for posterity roughly organised by country of origin. Apologies as this gallery is not [] The post Photos From A&W; Classic Car Meet, January 2026 first appeared on DSF.my .

Alfa Giulia selling price is just a tad higher than the BMW 5 Series right now In 2026, if you were looking for a sports sedan and want a car with some pedigree and not forgetting performance, there would be a good chance you will be looking at either the just arrived in Malaysia Alfa [] The post Would You Buy An Alfa Giulia Or A BMW 5 Series Tomorrow first appeared on DSF.my .

Special-edition GR Yaris Sbastien Ogier Commemorates Drivers 9th WRC Title TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has just announced the creation of the Sbastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition special edition of the GR Yaris and unveiled the models currently under-development prototype at the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), Round 1: Rallye Monte-Carlo. The GR Yaris [] The post NEW GR Yaris Sbastien Ogier 9x World Champion Edition Arrives first appeared on DSF.my .