Autocar reports that Proton is "on the verge of a major global export expansion" that will see the Malaysian carmaker begin or restart sales in several right-hand drive (RHD) markets, reports UK news outlet Autocar. Quoting an anonymous source close to its CEO, Li Chunrong, the report states that the Geely-owned homegrown carmaker could return to the UK, a market the brand was in from 1989 to 2014, as well as Australia and New Zealand. The report also states that "new RHD markets" throughout Asi

Sanjay

Aug 8, 2024

Following a report by Thailand's The Nation newspaper alleging Tesla scrapping plans to build factories in the ASEAN region, including Malaysia, a source from the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) dismissed the report as unofficial. A MITI source told FMT, “This report is not an official statement from Tesla, but quotes an unnamed source. Confirmation on the report would have to come from Tesla.” In the report by The Nation, an unnamed source close to the Kingdom’s investment bod

CY Foong

Aug 8, 2024

The MINI Cooper is one of those modern classics that seems to always rank highly among enthusiasts and casual buyers. It also has the rare distinction of fitting in the Venn diagram of cars universally beloved by guys and girls. Not many cars fit into the category as both a fashion icon and a fun amusement ride but the MINI Cooper has been widely accepted by both fashionistas and enthusiasts. While many pointed out the modern MINI is not quite as small as its classic predecessor, it is as endear

CY Foong

Aug 7, 2024

Carlos Ghosn, former leader of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, expressed scepticism about the newly proposed partnership between Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Honda, reports Automotive News. Announced on 1-August in Tokyo, the partnership focuses on electric and software-defined vehicles, with joint procurement as a key area of collaboration. Nissan and Honda plan to research a new automotive software operating system over the next year, targeting deployment after 2027. Ghosn, speaking from Le

Shaun

Aug 7, 2024

UMW Toyota Motor has announced the return of the famed Toyota Vios Challenge for its 7th season. Beginning later this week, this year's series will include three rounds with a total of six races at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit. This year, the series will feature RM 630,000 in prize money and of course, the star of the show is the use of the 2024 Toyota Vios. What's happening? As usual, the Vios Challenge will feature three classes of racing: Sporting Class for amateurs and gentlemen

Sanjay

Aug 7, 2024