After launching a slew of SUVs, Chery Fulwin, the Anhui carmaker’s sub-brand that specializes in plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) in the Chinese domestic market launched its first sedan model. The Chery Fulwin A8L bears more than one similarity with the Audi namesake but is significantly smaller than Ingolstadt’s flagship sedan. Five variants are being offered, priced between CNY 109,900 to CNY 149,900 (~RM 68k-92.5k) across two engine choices. The two base variants are powered by a naturally aspi

CY Foong

Dec 19, 2024

The Volvo S60 is a compelling alternative to mainstream German models from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. It is renowned for its sleek design, impressive plug-in hybrid performance, exceptional comfort, and, of course, top-tier safety features. Therefore, if you're looking for a formidable executive sedan for the family, the Volvo S60 could be just it. With used prices starting at around RM160k today, let's take a closer look. Overview The third-generation Volvo S60 was launched in Malaysia in 20

Arvind

Dec 19, 2024

The 11th-generation Honda Civic (FE) is ending 2024 on an amazingly high note; winning multiple awards tends to have that effect. Add one more to the list as it's just been crowned Motor1's Best Car of 2024 gong as well. Described as having "genuinely industry-leading interior fit and finish with zero rattles or shakes, while physical controls and premium materials help the Civic Hybrid look and feel a class above its station," Motor 1's latest award follows the model being crowned The Drive's C

Sanjay

Dec 19, 2024

Taiwan’s Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., better known as Foxconn, has approached Nissan with an offer to acquire a controlling stake in the troubled Yokohama-based carmaker. According to Japanese business publication Diamond Online, Foxconn’s approach is being made independently of Honda, which is also in talks with Nissan regarding a potential merger. The publication further reported that negotiations with Honda were 'encouraged' by Nissan's main bank, Mizuho Bank, and Japan’s Ministry of Econo

Hans

Dec 19, 2024

Industry analysts love to harp on the virtues of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and predicted that they would conquer the automotive market. That results in legislation proposing goals that are highly favourable towards BEVs, with mixed results from both new and established brands. Still, the accelerated growth of the BEV industry is not going to completely wipe out internal combustion engines (ICE) so soon. As BEV sales began to slow, carmakers which once pledged to have a fully or mostly ele

CY Foong

Dec 19, 2024