The all-new seventh-generation (G90) 2024 BMW M5 has made its global debut. Yes, the M5 is now a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), featuring an electrified powertrain known as the M Hybrid system, similar to that used in the XM. At the core of the G90 M5 is a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine producing 585 PS and 750 Nm. This engine is paired with an 8-speed M Steptronic automatic transmission and an M xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The M xDrive features a central transfer case with a multi-plate clutc

Shaun

Jun 26, 2024

The Indonesian automotive rumour mill is churning another bit of information as it appears that yet another Chinese battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand could make its way to the archipelago. Following the Geely Galaxy rumour, AutonetMagz also published another speculative report, this time on Leapmotor. According to the Indonesian automotive website, patents as well as spyshots of the Leapmotor T03 city car were sighted in the country. The publication speculated that the T03 is expected to be t

CY Foong

Jun 26, 2024

Sime Darby Motors (SDM) has introduced Drivecare, a one-stop service centre catering to all vehicle makes and models. This initiative aims to offer competitive pricing, convenience, and technical competence to customers, backed by SDM's expert technicians. Drivecare was created to tackle common issues faced by customers at many vehicle service workshops, such as inadequate facilities and workmanship, subpar customer service and a lack of comfortable waiting areas. By leveraging SDM's extensive a

Arvind

Jun 26, 2024

There is speculation that Proton's new battery electric vehicle (BEV) under the recently-revealed e.MAS sub-brand might be a rebadged version of the Geely Galaxy E5, which is being developed for both domestic China and right-hand-drive markets. In case you weren't aware, Geely is spinning off its Galaxy lineup of electric vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, into a separate brand with a distinct logo but still carry the Geely name (Geely Galaxy). The mid-range Galaxy brand will sit between the p

Shaun

Jun 26, 2024

As Proton readies itself to launch the company’s first-ever battery electric vehicle (BEV) model under the newly introduced e.Mas sub-brand, an interesting rumour is coming in from Indonesia with a direct relation to the Malaysian tiger. According to AutonetMagz, Geely could be making a return to Indonesia after an 8-year hiatus following the barrage of Chinese brands launching in the archipelago over the last few years. This follows a spyshot footage of Geely’s pick-up truck model, the Radar/Ri

CY Foong

Jun 26, 2024