The current-generation “Next-Gen” Ford Ranger has been on sale in Malaysia since 2022, and its line-up has quietly grown into one of the widest in the pick-up segment. It expanded again in July 2026 with
The CX-80 is the flagship of Mazda’s “Large Product Group”, built on the Skyactiv Multi-Solution Scalable Architecture: a longitudinally-mounted engine, a rear-wheel-drive layout and an in-house eight-speed automatic. It’s the kind of…
It’s on! Formula 1 announced that Malaysia will host a race at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) on October 4 this year. This marks the return of the highest class of international racing for single-seater
Cracking down on use of illegally modified bicycles, or “basikal lajak”, Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) conducted an operation. As a result, 25 basikal lajak were seized, while 24 summons were issued
Following a recent series of previews for it, the Omoda C7 is set to make its first public appearance at the upcoming Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2026, in which Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has been named the official automotive partner.…
While rewarding careful motorists with lower insurance premiums is a step in the right direction, road safety experts say that authorities must carry out stricter enforcement of road traffic regulations through the Kejara demerit points…
According to a report by NST, the government has confirmed it has received preliminary information on the possibility of hosting a Formula 1 race at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) should the Bahrain Grand Prix be replaced later…
A year after debuting the new third-generation Leaf, Nissan has rolled out the Nismo version in its home market of Japan. As with pretty much every such variant – with the exception of the actually hotted-up Z and Patrol Nismo – this trim…
The RM41.7 million restoration and upgrading of the Keretapi Tanah Melayu (KTM) East Coast Line’s Gemas-Mentakab stretch, which started in 2016, was finally completed on June 19, Bernama reports. Transport minister Anthony Loke said the…
Honda Malaysia has invested RM14 million to install approximately 8,960 solar panels across the rooftops of its Alor Gajah, Melaka plant, as well as a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to enhance the plant’s renewable energy management.…
Proton has expanded its nationwide network with the launch of 10 new outlets, some of which are dedicated to its eMas sub-brand. According to the company, these outlets represent a combined dealer investment of RM15.9 million and either…
Many a visual rendering have emerged from Theophilus Chin, who in recent years has been known for his work on producing visual renditions of alternate forms of cars that already exist. The first instance of his work published here on…
In a special enforcement operation, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) impounded 35 motorcycles and issued 174 traffic summonses. The operation targetted illegally parked vehicles obstructing public walkways and traffic flow in Bangsar South…
Remember Aletra? The L8 MPV from Indonesian national car company Aletra is interesting to us as it’s the Geely Jiaji MPV that we never got as a ‘new Proton Exora’. The Aletra L8 is essentially an EV version of the Jiaji, as it’s based on…
As expected, Honda has launched a refreshed Civic in Thailand, bringing with it a number of very mild, blink-and-you’ll-miss-them changes. There’s one big new added feature for the range-topping e:HEV RS model, however, and that’s the S+…
The Mazda 3 and CX-30 have been updated in Japan with a new mild hybrid engine that first appeared in the redesigned CX-5. That engine is from the e-Skyactiv G family and is a 2.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four petrol unit augmented…
New colours for the 2026 Honda Vario 160 scooter in Malaysia, with pricing now up RM300 to RM10,498 from last year’s price of RM10,198. New colours are Matte Black, Silver Blue and Gray Gold, while a two-year or 20,000 km warranty is…
The discussion over whether or not to impose a mandatory driving fitness assessment for elderly motorists continues, despite the government having indicated that there were no plans to implement such a move, which proponents say would help…
A person’s fitness to drive should be assessed based on their physical and mental condition through medical check-ups, Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros) chairman Wong Shaw Voon has said, reported The Star. “Such medical…
Ford Bronco Sport Remember the thing about Ford and Geely discussing a partnership that would allow the latter to use the former’s half-a-century old Valencia, Spain factory? Well, according to Autocar, it’s going ahead. There’ll be a new…
Those who live along or frequent the New Pantai Expressway (NPE) and Sungai Besi Expressway (Besraya), take note. Both highways will be temporarily closed from 11pm next Saturday (August 1) till 10am on Sunday, August 2. The road closure…
The Selangor state government will spend RM40.5 million on 39 projects as part of immediate and long-term mitigation plans to address flooding in Petaling Jaya, reports The Star. According to state infrastructure and agriculture committee…
It looks like the Iran War may have an unexpected silver lining for Formula 1 fans here – the Malaysia Grand Prix could make a shock return this season (yes, you read that right) to replace the Middle East races at the end of the year due…
Jetour UAE has revealed on its Instagram page that the 2027 Jetour T2 is now open for booking in the country. From the photos posted, it seems that all of the changes, bar one (a
The Volkswagen ID. Cross has made its debut in production form, almost a year on from the ID. Cross Concept that showcased the carmaker’s ‘Pure Positive’ design language. Based on the MEB+ architecture, the ID.
As previously indicated, Malaysia isn’t the only country in the region where the topic of safeguarding consumer interests versus developing the local automotive industry continues to be debated, with Thailand pretty much in the same
The Freelander 8 was unveiled at the sidelines of Auto China in April, and now we are getting our first proper look at the interior of this three-row SUV as it gears up for its
Jetour Malaysia has teased a new model coming our way at last night’s launch of the T1. Billed as a “premium off-road SUV” the company is understandably keeping mum on the model’s name but we’re expecting it to be the G700. If you attended…
There’s a market and music event at Stadium Merdeka this Saturday, July 25. After Work Fest 2026 is described as an annual large-scale music festival and this year’s edition has artistes from Taiwan, Japan and Malaysia performing. There…
Four new Ford Ranger variants have been launched in Malaysia – the Platinum 3.0 (RM205,888), Sport 3.0 (RM159,888), Sport 2.0 (RM145,888) and XL 2.0 (RM127,888) – all turbodiesels. Well, technically, the XL is a re-launch