2024 was a watershed year for Malaysia’s new car sales, as the total industry volume (TIV, the industry term for total new car sales) reached a record high of 816,747 units, marking a 2.1% increase over the previous record of 799,821 units set in 2023. However, 2025 is expected to be a challenging year for the industry. The Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA) forecasts a 4.5% reduction in sales, projecting a TIV of 780,000 units. RHB Research, an investment bank, anticipates an even steeper d

Hans

Jan 27, 2025

The Toyota RAV4, first unveiled in March 2018, is due for a successor. Previously, spy shots of a camouflaged SUV hinted at the next-gen RAV4, but now a leaked image from China reveals the complete exterior design. The image reportedly originates from a dealer meeting for GAC Toyota, which markets the Toyota Wildlander in China—a model closely related to the RAV4. Although the Wildlander is tailored for the Chinese market, it’s believed the global RAV4 will share a similar design. Key features i

Sanjay

Jan 27, 2025

If you're shopping for a large-ish BEV SUV in Malaysia, the Xpeng G6 should be right at the top of your shortlist. It may not possess brand familiarity, but it punches back with compelling advantages. Chief among them? An audio experience that could change the way you feel about daily commutes. Stepping into the Xpeng G6 feels like entering a well-orchestrated sound chamber, courtesy of its in-house Xopera sound system. With 18 speakers strategically placed around the cabin, the G6 delivers imme

Shaun

Jan 24, 2025

Bermaz Xpeng’s next new model launch in Malaysia is the Xpeng X9, a fully electric luxury minivan that is expected in the second quarter of this year. The X9 won’t be the only new model launched this year. A third model, the Xpeng G9, is slated for launch in the third quarter of 2025, according to a research note by RHB Investment Bank. The timing appears a bit optimistic though, because even in Hong Kong, Xpeng’s main right-hand drive market, the G9 is still not available. Australia, however, h

Hans

Jan 24, 2025

A sub-brand under the Chery Group, Jetour recently announced the launch of its very own luxury sub-brand in China called Jetour Zongheng. This newly unveiled brand offers a range of off-road vehicles with three new models shown at launch on 22 January. Of the trio, only the Zongheng G700 appears production ready which was initially previewed as the Jetour T5 Concept. The other two models, the F700 pickup and the G900 coupe SUV flagship were only shown as conceptual prototypes. The G700 has a rug

CY Foong

Jan 24, 2025