The F26 BMW X4, first launched in Malaysia in August 2014, offers a blend of coupe-like styling and SUV practicality, catering to those who want a sportier alternative to the conventional BMW X3. Often described as the 'baby-X6', the F26 X4 is a niche model designed to make you stand out with its style and exclusivity while still delivering an engaging driving experience. It competes with models like the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe and Range Rover Evoque. Today, with prices starting at just under RM

Arvind

Oct 18, 2024

Zeekr’s latest MPV is called the Zeekr Mix, which is slated to launch in China on 23-October. Designed under Geely’s electric brand, Zeekr, the Mix sports a unique split-door design on the passenger side – no B-pillars and no visible door rails. The sliding doors offer a 1.48-metre-wide opening, partly afforded by the 3,008 mm wheelbase. This unconventional approach creates a wide, open space that allows easy access, while the right-side sliding doors open both forwards and backwards. At media e

Shaun

Oct 18, 2024

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares fired shots at his European peers at VW, Renault, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz for urging the European Union to delay, review, or modify the 2025 exhaust emission targets given to car manufacturers. Tavares, a protege of ex-Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn, criticised his rivals for wanting to change the rules of the battery EV (BEV) game right before the start of the game, adding that the rules were made clear to everyone since 2019. He also warned time wasted to slowdown the ent

Hans

Oct 18, 2024

Indonesia has an abundant nickel reserve, a key ingredient for battery production with outgoing President Joko Widodo wooing companies to invest in the archipelago. On Thursday, 17 October, it was announced that Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) is keen to invest USD 1.2 billion (RM 5.17 billion) to set up a battery production facility in Indonesia. The Chinese company is the largest electric vehicle (BEV) battery manufacturer in the world with a global market share of around 37% in

CY Foong

Oct 18, 2024

As the shuttle bus rolls to a stop on the wide tarmac at Mitsubishi’s Okazaki plant, a scene unfolds: a marquee tent bustling with marketing teams, engineers, and senior management, all positioned near meticulously arranged presentations. Just outside, three gentlemen stand abreast—aged but fit, their attire immaculate, offer a gentle wave to the arriving party. This is Okazaki, Mitsubishi’s premier R&D and test centre, where every new Mitsubishi is designed and developed, including the all-new

Arvind

Oct 18, 2024