After several showings, at long last the 2024 Haval H6 is finally open for booking in Malaysia, with estimated prices for the Proton X70-class SUV to begin at RM 145,000. Preliminary specs have not been shared just yet, by brand custodians Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia have shown what will early pre-launch booking customers get: RM 3,000 deal with RM 1,000 booking fee 10 years or 1,000,000 km engine warranty (whichever comes first) 8 years or 1,000,000 km HEV system warranty (whichever comes f

Sanjay

Sep 2, 2024

The ageing Volvo XC90 is due for a major update in 2025. First launched in Malaysia in 2016, the ageing XC90 struggles to compete with the newer BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, and Lexus RX, all of which have been refreshed with new generation models. Volvo is no longer paying as much attention to the XC90 as it had in the past because the company’s focus is now on the fully electric EX90. However, the EX90 is facing delays due to software glitches, and the BEV model will be delivered to customers wi

Hans

Sep 2, 2024

Peugeot Malaysia has announced the opening of a new dealership, Peugeot Subang Jaya, operated by Allure Auto Sdn Bhd, located in Taipan USJ. This marks the first dealership launch since Stellantis Malaysia took over as the principal entity managing Peugeot's distribution, marketing, sales, and aftersales in the country. Currently operating as a 1S dealership, Allure Auto plans to expand its services with a 2S service centre, which is 70 percent complete and expected to be operational by the end

Arvind

Sep 2, 2024

With BYD's plant in Rayong, Thailand now operational, the first model to come out of this investment is the locally-assembled BYD Dolphin. To celebrate its launch, BYD does BYD things by introducing massive discounts for the little battery-electric (BEV) hatchback. Prices for the Thailand-assembled Dolphin now start from THB 569,900 (~RM 72k) for the Standard Range, and THB 709,900 (~RM 90k) for the Extended Range. It's quite a big cut, considering it was priced at THB 699,999 (~RM 93k) and THB

Sanjay

Sep 2, 2024

BMW Malaysia has introduced the new locally-assembled (CKD) 2024 BMW 520i M Sport, expanding its 5 Series lineup. This launch follows the introduction of the G60-generation BMW 520i, unveiled in May 2024. The new M Sport variant enhances the G60 520i with sportier design elements and additional features. Under the hood, things are identical to the non-M Sport 520i, powered by the turbocharged (B48) 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, aided by a 48V mild-hybrid system. Power is rated at 208 PS with 3

Arvind

Sep 2, 2024