The Suzuki Fronx Sport is a 2nd variant to join the line-up and comes it at a lower price than before. Suzuki Cars Malaysia has launched a new variant of the Fronx, known as the Fronx Sport. While it's mostly the same hybrid crossover as before, the new Sport variant brings a bodykit for a [] The post Suzuki Fronx Sport Launched, Original Variant Gets Price Reduction first appeared on DSF.my .

The Ford Everest Platinum is now in Malaysia with the option of a 3.0L V6 turbodiesel engine. Sime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford (Auto ConneXion-Ford), the sole distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, has officially accelerated its SUV market leadership with a major expansion of the Everest range. Unveiled at the Sime Motors Motor Expo 2026, the [] The post Sime Darby Auto ConneXion- Ford Expands Luxury SUV Line-Up With V6 Ford Everest Platinum first appeared on DSF.my .

The BYD Atto 3, one of the best-selling electric vehicles in the country, has been given facelift in Malaysia for 2026. About four years after the initial introduction of the BYD Atto 3 to Malaysia, we now get a major facelift for the 2026 model year. The BYD Atto 3 facelift was shown at the [] The post BYD Atto 3 2026 Facelift Arrives In Malaysia From RM125,800 first appeared on DSF.my .

Two siblings decided to have a street race in Kluang and tragedy ensues. A devastating multivehicle collision has reignited nationwide outrage and intense public debate over dangerous driving after five people lost their lives in a suspected street-racing incident. In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy, police confirmed that they have officially apprehended the surviving [] The post Surviving Sibling Apprehended by Police Following Tragic Multivehicle Crash in Kluang first appeared ..

The Hyundai Cup 2026 kicks off and the regional campaign for the ASEAN Championship kicks off. Hyundai Motor Asia Pacific has officially launched its highly anticipated regional campaign, Hyundai, Driving ASEAN as One, celebrating the unifying passion of football ahead of the upcoming 2026 ASEAN Championship. The tournament, officially named the Hyundai Cup 2026, is [] The post Hyundai Launches Driving ASEAN as One Regional Campaign for Hyundai Cup 2026 first appeared on DSF.my .

A locally-assembled GAC GS3 Emzoom makes history, becoming the first LHD model to be exported from Malaysia to Vietnam. WTC Automotif (M) Sdn Bhd (WTCA), the official distributor and assembler of GAC vehicles in Malaysia, has officially marked a historic milestone in the local automotive landscape. The company has commenced its very first export of [] The post WTC Automotif: Exports 1st Malaysian-Assembled Left-Hand Drive GAC GS3 EMZOOM to Vietnam first appeared on DSF.my .

The Japanese market gets just one variant of the turbodiesel-powered Toyota Hilux. The new Toyota Hilux is now available for sale in Japan as a fully- imported vehicle from Thailand. Imagine the pride some Thai engineers must feel to be able to produce a vehicle fit for export to the home country of the brand that [] The post Japan Gets Thai-Made Toyota Hilux 2.8L Diesel first appeared on DSF.my .

Quill Group teases the arrival of Hongqi with two models, the E-HS9 and the H9, to lead the charge. The Malaysian premium automotive segment is about to witness a historic shift in luxury and prestige. Quill Group has officially been named the distributor for HongqiChinas most iconic and storied automotive marque. Now, we see they [] The post Quill Group Teases Hongqi E-HS9 & H9 For Mid-2026 Malaysia Launch first appeared on DSF.my .

Bugatti Sur Mesure Completes One-of-One W16 Mistral Commission, the first since the brand was offloaded by Porsche Holdings. Bugatti has officially delivered its latest customized hyper sports car via its Sur Mesure personalization program. The one-of-one roadster, designated as the W16 Mistral 'Le Retour du Jeune Prince' (The Return of the Young Prince), was developed [] The post Bugatti W16 Mistral Le Retour du Jeune Prince Is The First Post-Porsche Vehicle Shown first ..

Malaysia ups the palm oil derived diesel content in fuel to 15% with the introduction of B15 diesel nationwide. The fuel supply crisis triggered by the conflict in the Middle East has accelerated the government's plans with regard to biodiesels. Malaysia has been progressively increasing the content of palm- oil derived biodiesel over the years with [] The post B15 Diesel Rolls Out This Month Throughout Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

The Chery KP31 might be coming to Malaysia to change the entire pick-up truck market. The mid-size pick-up truck segment in Malaysia has long been dominated by traditional Japanese mainstays. However, a massive disruption is on the horizon. The upcoming Chery KP31 pick-up truck (not its final name, still in pre-production form) is positioning itself [] The post The Chery KP31 Pick-Up Concept Could Be Malaysias Most Crucial Vehicle Launch When Production Starts first appeared on DSF.my .

Ferrari's first all-electric car, the Ferrari Luce which was unveiled on May 26, has sparked widespread controversy, primarily over its exterior design and a starting price of 550,000 (approximately RMB 4.35 million) significantly higher than Ferraris projected average vehicle price of around 440,000 for 2025. In response to external criticism, Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna publicly [] The post Ferrari LUCE Design Criticism Gets Worse first appeared on DSF.my .

Honda hybrid vehicles have loads of advantages in these times of fuel insecurity. The shift toward electrified mobility in Malaysia is accelerating rapidly especially as fuel security becomes more prevalent. While most Malaysians still arent prepared for a complete switch to pure electric vehicles, just about anyone can adopt a hybrid and at the absolute [] The post Why Honda Hybrids Are the Preferred Choice for Malaysian Drivers first appeared on DSF.my .

The New Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift Makes Grand Malaysian Debut During Historic Anniversary Tour Redefining luxury automotive benchmarks once again, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has officially given enthusiasts their highly anticipated first look at the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift. Unveiled during an immersive brand exhibition at KLCC Square, the arrival of the premium saloon marks a monumental dual [] The post Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift Previewed In Malaysia During Global Tour ..

The highly successful MG4 family is officially expanding its footprint into the high-volume crossover segment. MG has announced that its first-ever pure- electric SUV based on the acclaimed platform will be called the MG 4X. The new MG 4X EV has been shown and it's quite exciting from a tech standpoint. According to brand insights, the [] The post The New All-Electric MG 4X SUV Brings Revolutionary Tech first appeared on DSF.my .

Boon Siew Honda has launched the Honda ADV160 at the Malaysia Bike Show 2026. Boon Siew Honda Sdn. Bhd. has officially raised the bar in the premium scooter segment with the grand unveiling of the all-new Honda ADV160. Debuting publicly at the Malaysia Bike Show 2026 held at the Malaysia Agri Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS), [] The post Honda ADV160 Is Now Available in Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

XPeng's Aridge flying car division is moving fast and have a product close to production-ready in China. A couple of weeks ago, we flew to Guangzhou to have a tour of the XPeng headquarters. On the first day of our tour, we learnt about the true ambitions of this company and how it extended beyond [] The post XPeng Wants To Sell A Flying Car + Charging Truck For RM1.2M This Year first appeared on DSF.my .

The Toyota Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport takes handling and sportiness up a notch, but we're not sure who it's for. The Corolla Cross has been a remarkable success for Toyota Malaysia. This one new nameplate helped the brand bounce back in terms of passenger vehicle market share. In short, the people wanted an affordable [] The post Toyota Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport Review: Not What Your Uncle Ordered first appeared on DSF.my .

The Toyota Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport takes handling and sportiness up a notch, but we're not sure who it's for. The Corolla Cross has been a remarkable success for Toyota Malaysia. This one new nameplate helped the brand bounce back in terms of passenger vehicle market share. In short, the people wanted an affordable [] The post 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV GR Sport Review first appeared on DSF.my .

The Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 is now in Malaysia in four colour options. Royal Enfield, the global leader in the mid-size motorcycle segment, has officially launched the all-new Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 in Malaysia. Drawing rich inspiration from the sun-soaked, bohemian custom motorcycle counterculture of Goa in the 1970s and 1980s, this bobber-inspired [] The post Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 Is Now Available In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

PRO-NET, a wholly owned subsidiary of PROTON Holdings Berhad, has officially announced a massive step forward in Malaysias electric vehicle (EV) evolution. In alignment with the Governments National Automotive Policy (NAP 2020) and the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), the company is localising its entire digital ecosystem, connected services, and charging infrastructures. Backed by a [] The post Proton e.MAS Invests RM40M In Malaysias First Localised EV Platform first appeared ..

The Geely Starray EM-i became the first car to demonstrate 'beyond-compliance' safety at France's Euro NCAP-accredited UTAC HQ. Geely Auto set a benchmark for global automotive safety this month as its Starray EM-i (a.k.a Starship 7 or EX5 EM-i) completed a rigorous dual-sided serial extreme crash test at France's Euro NCAP-accredited UTAC headquarters. The results [] The post Proton e.MAS 7 PHEV Twin, Geely Starray EM-i Goes Beyond Euro NCAP Safety Standards ..

Electric Volvo Cars will have access to Tesla Superchargers in certain regions, but not globally (yet). One of the main reasons why Tesla was able to expand and operate at a loss for so long (their first profitable year was in 2020) was because they understood that whoever pioneered the most important features of the [] The post Volvo Cars Expands Access To Tesla Superchargers In Europe, South Korea & Japan By 2029 first appeared on DSF.my .

The Lotus Emira 420 Sport arrives in Malaysia with 420PS from a 4-cylinder turbo engine. In a magnificent return to the legendary ethos of "simplify, then add lightness," Lotus has officially unveiled its most focused, dynamically advanced gasoline-powered model yet: the Lotus Emira 420 Sport with a 4-cylinder turbo instead of the naturally-aspirated V6. Positioned [] The post The Ultimate Emira Arrives: Introducing the Lotus Emira 420 Sport first appeared on DSF.my .

Finally, after decades of a complete monopoly over private vehicle inspections, Puspakom now has to compete against 6 new providers. In a major structural shift for the Malaysian automotive ecosystem, the long-standing monopoly held by Puspakom Sdn Bhd over private vehicle ownership transfer inspectionscommonly known as the MV15has officially come to an end 2 years [] The post Puspakom Finally Loses Its Monopoly Over Private Vehicle Inspections first appeared on DSF.my .

The Malaysian Harley-Davidson community embark on an international expedition. The Malaysian Harley-Davidson community has officially launched into a historic chapter of adventure motorcycling, kicking off three monumental international expeditions. Uniting local independent motorcycle clubs alongside official brand channels under the global banner of the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.), these ambitious journeys are fueled by the [] The post Harley-Davidson Malaysia Community Embarks On ..

The bZ4X Name Explained So what does bZ4X mean? Well the name breaks down into two meanings: bZ explains the nature of this battery-electric vehicle by going Beyond Zero emissions and 4X is defining it as a compact crossover SUV, where its numerical digit shared with the Toyota RAV4 which is almost the same size. [] The post Toyota bZ4X Over A Weekend Test Drive Review first appeared on DSF.my .

The long-awaited Ferrari Luce has finally broken covers and it looks interesting to say the least. More than 6 years after the launch of the Porsche Taycan, Ferrari has now entered the pure electric 4-door market with an entry of its own the Luce. Ferrari used the 79th anniversary of their first ever racing [] The post Ferrari Luce Unveiled: First Production EV From Maranello first appeared on DSF.my .

This is how large funded media houses from China come into a market and KILL the competition Let us explain. About 5 years ago a motoring website from China arrived in Malaysia with the same 'sales' format. The first email to introduce themselves to be 'partners' with you. Then they pretend to be your media [] The post Media Owners Take Note BitAuto Wants To Shut You Down first appeared on DSF.my .

Has the JAECOO J5 enough tech and features to rival segment leaders The compact SUV or otherwise known as the Crossover segment is very competitive right now . not because of having a high number or rivals but because of the price discounting and or rebates and the low level of loyalty buyers have [] The post JAECOO J5 Test Driven In Malaysia Over A Weekend first appeared on DSF.my .

The Honda City, now in its seventh generation, is now in its 2nd facelift cycle in Thailand. The B-segment gets a minor shake in India and in Thailand thanks to the introduction of a facelifted 2026 Honda City. This is the 2nd facelift of the 7th generation Honda City and it arrives in sedan form [] The post Honda City & City Hatchback 2nd Facelift Model Unveiled first appeared on DSF.my .

Stellantis to launch a new JEEP through its joint venture (JV) with Tata Motors. The move is part of the company's strategy to use India as a low-cost manufacturing and export hub for future new energy vehicles. The SUV is scheduled for launch in 2028 and will be developed on a Tata Motors platform, with [] The post Stellantis To Launch New JEEP JV With Tata Motors first appeared on DSF.my .

The Chery Tiggo 9 plans to give you a full-sized SUV with an unbeatable price. Chery Malaysia has officially taken the wraps off its highly anticipated flagship 7-seater SUV, the Chery Tiggo 9. Positioned at the absolute pinnacle of the brand's premium family vehicle lineup, the Tiggo 9 delivers a compelling blend of expansive cabin [] The post Chery Tiggo 9 Previewed For Malaysian Market: Full-Size SUV With 2.0L Turbo Under RM190K first appeared on DSF.my .

A bus carrying 17 express bus passengers including a child faced a moment of distress when the vehicle they were in suddenly caught fire at Kilometer 195.9 Highway PLUS southbound (near Malacca) on Thursday last week. It is understood that the incident happened when the rear tyre of a bus traveling from Kuala Lumpur to [] The post Express Bus Crashes And Burns Along PLUS Highway first appeared on DSF.my .

Auto Bavaria or Wearnes or Atlantis Motor Group might be selling brand new official Rolls Royce vehicles in the coming months. By now most of you 'gearheads' or elite luxury car owners might know that long time Rolls Royce brand guardian in Malaysia, Quill Motor Group is no longer handling the Rolls Royce brand. The [] The post Is It Auto Bavaria Or Atlantis Or Wearnes That Will Start Selling Rolls Royce In Malaysia first appeared on DSF.my .

Dongfeng Motor's M-Hero brand recently disclosed the official registration details of its Mengshi M817 model. The vehicle will be offered with two battery options: 51.9 kWh and 62.52 kWh. The larger-capacity battery variant delivers a WLTC all-electric range of 207 km and a combined CLTC range of up to 1,300 km. The M817 Ultimate version [] The post Dongfeng Mengshi M817 EV Offers 207km Driving Range first appeared on DSF.my .

As fun and undeniably cool as an open-top version sounds, engineering realities dictate that a drop-top e.MAS 5 is completely impossible. The recently launched Proton e.MAS 5 has successfully democratized electric vehicle ownership in Malaysia, arriving as a highly practical, affordable five-door EV hatchback. Yet, looking at its sleek proportions, it is hard for car [] The post Why We Will Never See an All-Electric Proton e.MAS 5 Cabrio first appeared on DSF.my .

Triumph Motorcycles Concludes Their Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2026 with 1,500 attendees. Didi Group, the sole distributor and importer for Triumph Motorcycles in Malaysia, has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the local motorcycling community following the successful completion of the Distinguished Gentlemans Ride (DGR) 2026. This years event once again showcased the incredible strength, passion, and [] The post Triumph Motorcycle Distinguished Gentlemans Ride 2026 ..

Some months ago a DSF.my reader shared this image of a Tesla stranded outside a workshop in an industrial area outside of Klang Valley. It seem, this white Tesla is not the only unit sitting there as there are another 2 units inside and at the side the workshop which does not seem to be [] The post 3 Different People Claimed To Own This Abandoned Tesla first appeared on DSF.my .

The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) continues to prioritize Proton (backed by Geely) and Perodua (backed by Toyota/Daihatsu) as national automakers, aiming to protect the local supply chain and over 700,000 local jobs within the automotive ecosystem. While ownership of these brands has shifted, MITIs stance in 2026 remains focused on long-term industrial [] The post We Share The MITI Letter On The New Ceiling Price For CBU EVs first appeared on DSF.my .