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China’s state-owned car manufacturer, Beijing Automotive Group Co. Ltd. (BAIC) will be restarting its entry into Southeast Asia. The brand was launched in Indonesia yesterday, with PT JIO Distribusi Indonesia, a subsidiary of PT JDI, as its distributor. Two models were previewed, the BJ40 Plus (which we have already covered in an earlier post here), and this X55 II. Unlike the off-road-ready ladder frame chassis BJ40 Plus, this BAIC X55 II uses a more family-focused, comfort-oriented monocoque c
China’s state-owned car manufacturer, Beijing Automotive Group Co. Ltd. (BAIC) has restarted its entry into Southeast Asia. The brand was launched in Indonesia yesterday, with PT JIO Distribusi Indonesia, a subsidiary of PT JDI, as its distributor. Two models have been previewed, the BJ40 Plus and X55. For this post, we will focus on the BJ40 Plus. The name is of course ‘inspired’ by the legendary first generation Toyota Jeep BJ, the original name of the first generation Land Cruiser. The BAIC B
Edaran Otomobil Nasional Berhad (EON), a subsidiary of DRB-Hicom Berhad, today inaugurated its revamped Proton EON 3S Centre in Banting, Selangor. The newly upgraded facility, which originally functioned solely as a showroom, now encompasses comprehensive 3S services—sales, after-sales service, and spare parts replacement. The facility upgrade, which involved an investment of RM 6.0 million, has expanded the showroom and incorporated digital sales and after-sales services, providing a more comfo
GAC Motor dealer Evo Cartech S.B. has just opened the doors to a new showroom in Cyberjaya, the latest of the brand's growing network in Malaysia. The new 4,434 square-foot facility houses a showroom featuring GAC GS3 Emzoom SUV models, available for public viewing and test drives starting today. The Proton X50-sized GAC GS3 Emzoom locally assembled (CKD, Segambut) starts from RM 118,900. It’s powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 177 PS and 270 Nm. Power is sent to
Porsche has announced that Singapore will be home to the 11th Porsche Experience Centre (PEC) worldwide. Strategically located just 20 minutes from Changi Airport and near the upcoming Aviation Park, the new PEC is poised to enhance the vibrancy of the Changi precinct and cater to both local and Southeast Asian car enthusiasts. The state-of-the-art 9-hectare facility next to the Changi Exhibition Centre will house Singapore’s first-ever permanent driving-focused facility will feature a dynamic h
Fuel price movements in Malaysia from 16- to 22-May 2024 are as follows: Fuel Price Update 16- to 22-May 2024 RON 95 RM 2.05 RON 97 RM 3.47 RON 100 RM 5.00 Shell V-Power RM 6.00 Diesel EURO 5 B10 RM 2.15 Diesel EURO 5 B7 RM 2.35 Follow fuel price live updates: Petrol Price Malaysia
The Jaecoo J6 will be showcased at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2024 in its right-hand drive configuration. Also known as the iCar 03, the J6 is part of Chery’s portfolio under the iCar sub-brand. For export markets, it uses the J6 name. The Jaecoo J6 features black claddings all around, which is typical for a rugged off-roader. From the rear, it does give off the Land Rover Defender vibe. It also includes electric pop-out door handles, side-hinged tailgate, and roof-mounted solar panels. The
In conjunction with the launch of the new 2024 Isuzu D-Max facelift model, Isuzu Malaysia announced a sales target of 9,500 units for the year 2024. This figure represents a slight decrease from the 9,650 units sold in 2023, a bumper year that followed a record-breaking 2022 with sales of 9,211 units. Shunsuke Okazoe, CEO of Isuzu Malaysia, commented on the challenges ahead, "This year will be more challenging due to the end of the post-Covid pent-up demand, as well as subsidy rationalisations f
BEV's market share in Malaysia stalled at just 1.3%, no further growth until fuel subsidy is removed
Between 2022 to April 2024, the number of fully electric, battery EV (BEV) models on sale in Malaysia have more than doubled, reaching over 40 different models. Last year, eye-catching news headlines were made with silly three-digit percentage growth figures for BEV sales. Data from the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) showed that BEV sales grew by 286% year-on-year in 2023, totaling 10,159 units. The low base effect was at play. When you were selling 5 units, a jump to 10 units is a 100%
China’s off-road king, the GWM Tank 300 will be previewed to the public at Malaysia Autoshow 2024 at MAEPS Serdang from 22 to 26 May. The Tank 300 was previously unveiled to the media and went on a nationwide tour at selected locations around Malaysia. The Tank 300 is China’s best-selling off-road SUV, controlling more than 50% of the segment’s market share. Its retro boxy design evokes back to when off-roaders looked macho with a go-anywhere desirability. Indeed, the Tank 300 seems capable of g
The Kia Cerato is an appealing alternative to the typical C-segment sedans offered by Honda, Toyota, or Nissan. Its biggest appeal currently? The higher depreciation rate compared to Japanese counterparts. While this can be a drawback for new car buyers, it is excellent news for used car buyers who can find relatively new cars at bargain prices. The Cerato 1.6 and 2.0 were priced at RM 99,888 and RM 118,888 respectively when new. Today, used units that are less than 10 years old can be found for
Choosing an appropriate family vehicle is more challenging than you might think. While at the outset it may seem that size matters most, a family car must also be fuel efficient, safe, comfortable on the roads, and reliable. Add criteria like maintenance and running costs, and you begin to understand why it requires a lot of thought and consideration. Depending on your requirements, most of you will most likely have landed on choosing between a Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) or a Sport Utility Vehi
The 2024 Isuzu D-Max facelift has been launched. This timely update, approximately three years after its debut in 2021, includes visual and technical enhancements designed to give it a competitive edge in the hotly contested pickup truck segment. The fully imported (CBU, from Thailand) 2024 D-Max is offered in eight variants, with prices as follows: 3.0 4x4 X-Terrain AT - RM 157,938 3.0 4x4 Premium AT - RM 141,138 1.9 4x4 Premium AT - RM 134,649 1.9 4x2 Auto Plus AT - RM 109,499 1.9 4x4 Standard
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) is forecasting a sharp 15.9% increase in sales in Southeast Asia, for its current financial year ending March 2025. In its last financial year ending March 2024, the company reported a 9% drop in Southeast Asian sales, to 239,000 units. A slowdown in Thailand’s and Indonesia’s economies, which historically contributes nearly 60% of MMC’s sales in the ASEAN trade bloc, had dragged down the company’s financial results. MMC’s profit margin slipped from 7.7% to 6.
Toyota, Honda, and Mazda have had a good year. All three closed their financial years ending March 2024 (FY2024) with record high profits. Mitsubishi Motors, however, didn’t have a very good year. With a limited product line-up and over-reliance on 4x4 vehicles, it was very vulnerable to changes in market conditions. Mitsubishi Motors’ documents call its recently closed financial year as FY2023, but keep things consistent with other Japanese manufacturers, we will call it FY2024. Total sales for
Following yesterday's news of the supposedly disease-curing, lifespan-extending Skyworth EV6 and its purported arrival to Malaysia, a few right-hand drive (RHD) units have been spotted in Thailand. Car2Day shared photos of a white car, offering quite a close look at the newest Chinese battery electric vehicle to sail into the ASEAN region. The car haven't got one shred of camo on it, and curiously it's named the Fregata Ariel 8; instead of the Skyworth EV6. This, apparently, has been a thing wit
Chery Sales Indonesia (CSI) has announced a recall for 420 units of the Chery Omoda 5, to inspect the rear axle. This follows a similar announcement in Malaysia on 30-April, involving 600 locally assembled (CKD) Malaysian market cars produced at the Inokom plant in Kulim. The 420 units recalled in Indonesia were locally assembled at contract manufacturer PT Handal Indonesia Motor’s plant in Bekasi. Oddly, the announcement came two weeks after Chery Sales Indonesia's denial on 2-May 2024 that the
Renowned Honda tuner Mugen recently unveiled a range of performance and aesthetic upgrades for the (FL5) Honda Civic Type R. Initially showcased at the Tokyo Auto Salon expo in January, these enhancements are now available for order in selected markets. The highlight of Mugen's new offerings include an aero kit that significantly alters the vehicle's appearance. This kit features a striking front lip spoiler, side sills, corner intakes on the front fascia, and a rear under spoiler topped off wit
Looking at the Smart #3 in person, you might be forgiven for thinking that it is essentially a Smart #1 with a lower roofline. After all, both the #1 and #3 are built on the same platform and share the same power outputs. Smart Malaysia recently invited the Malaysian media to the Proton test track in Shah Alam for an exclusive first look and driving impression of the Smart #3. Two variants of the upcoming battery electric vehicle (BEV) were tested around the track – the Premium and Brabus varian
This is the new 2024 Kia EV6 facelift, and beneath the sharp new looks lies a few important technological updates that pertinently brings more driving range. First on the list of updates is the most obvious – Kia's new family face adorns the EV6. The triangular-motif headlights look are reminiscent of those found on the EV5 and soon-to-launch EV3, while new front- and rear bumpers complete the look. Other subtle exterior changes include new wheels, a new central positioning light, as well as a b
The first units of the ninth-generation 2024 Toyota Camry have started rolling off the production lines at Toyota USA's longest-running manufacturing plant in Kentucky. The new 2024 Toyota Camry made its debut last month and highlights a hybrid-only range that is powered by the fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System (THS 5) that's mated to a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated engine. Front-wheel drive versions make a combined 225 PS. For the first time on a Camry Hybrid, there's also the op
The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is expected to be launched at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2024, marking the third model from the brand following the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro. The Proton X70 rival has an estimated price tag of below RM 130,000. Like the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro, the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro will be locally assembled in Kulim, Kedah, at the Inokom plant. In terms of design, the Tiggo 7 Pro presents a more conventional SUV appearance compared to the bold styling of the Omoda 5. Its exterior featur
Under Bermaz Motor, Malaysia is the only Mazda distributor / national sales centre in Southeast Asia to close the Hiroshima-based automaker’s financial year ending March 2024 (FY2024) on a positive note. Although Mazda closed its FY2024 account books with its highest ever operating profit, surging 76 percent to reach 250.5 billion Yen (~RM 7.63 billion), most of the success was attributed to the USA, Europe, and China. Southeast Asia is a headache for Mazda. Casual readers of business news would
Buoyed by strong demand for its new large SUVs in North America, Europe and China (yes), Mazda recorded its best-ever performance for the fiscal year between April 2023 and March 2024 (FY24), achieving year-on-year growth in sales, operating income and net income. Mazda capped off total sales at 1.241 million units, a 13 percent increase from the previous fiscal year's 1.11 million units. As a result, operating profit surged 76 percent to JPY 250.5 billion (~RM 7.63 billion) from last year's JPY
Though the itinerary on our Beijing trip with Geely stated that there would be a track session, we did not expect it to turn out like this. Lining up on the pitlane of the Goldenport Park Circuit in Beijing are 14 different models across the Geely Group umbrella for us to try out. Models from Lotus, Smart, Lynk & Co, Geely, Zeekr, Radar, and Farizon were unlocked and the powertrains running for Malaysian and European journalists to take out onto the track. This ranged from the smallest vehicle,
Neta Auto Malaysia is set to breathe new energy into our seemingly ever-expanding battery electric vehicle (BEV) market by previewing nearly the whole range of their available models. Details are still under wraps at the moment, but a video shown by Neta Auto Seremban shows the Neta GT, Aya (the Neta V facelift, actually), the X SUV, and the S sedan. These three cars are still left-hand drive (LHD), so it's not a "launch imminent" thing just yet, but rather a preview. If we were to stoke to flam
Perodua is gearing up to showcase its first electrified (xEV) powertrain technology at the upcoming Malaysia Autoshow 2024, as teased by a promotional image. This aligns with the report by RHB Investment Bank back in late 2022, which anticipated Perodua's debut of its first hybrid (HEV) in 2024. While Perodua previously introduced the Ativa Hybrid, available on a trial basis, this upcoming display promises something more substantial. Perodua mentioned that its first-ever hybrid offering will coi
Despite troubles in China, Honda has set a record high operating profit of 1.38 trillion Yen (~RM 42 billion) for the financial year period of April 2023 to March 2024 (FY2024). The figure is 77% higher than the previous financial year. Honda credits the stellar results to its well-balanced portfolio that includes the highly profitable motorcycle business (with a 17.3% profit margin), which contributed 40 percent of the company’s total profit, nearly equal to that of Honda’s automobiles division
Look, we've all seen our fair share of controversial claims in the years we've been covering the auto industry's news...but this is the first time a company declares their car can extend one's lifespan. By 30 years. And cure your diarrhea. That's what Skyworth's – also known as Skywell, with their business primarily being home appliances like TVs and air conditioners, now dabbling into cars – founder Huang Hongsheng declared at the recent Beijing Auto Show. Paraphrasing what's making waves acros
The Honda Jazz is a model that needs no introduction here in Malaysia. Over its 3 generations, it has earned a solid reputation as a practical, reliable, and well-designed hatchback that meets the diverse needs of countless Malaysian buyers. Whether you're a young executive or an untroubled retiree, there’s a good chance that the Honda Jazz is a great purchase option, and one that will hold its value even after many years of service. Unfortunately, the Honda Jazz nameplate is no longer available
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