When it comes to picking a car that transcends price points, segments, and categories to be crowned Carlist & WapCar Editors' Choice for Best Car Overall, the decision isn’t made lightly. Yet, the 2024 Honda CR-V made it almost effortless. From the moment you step inside, it feels like Honda has reminded everyone what an SUV should be – practical yet elegant, user-focused yet technologically advanced, and all without unnecessary gimmicks. Its interior is a masterclass in user-friendly design. Ph

Shaun

Nov 29, 2024

The last months of the year are often the best time to buy a car, as dealers typically offer their most attractive deals in November and December to clear inventory before the new year. Starting this Friday, 29 November, until Sunday, 8 December 2024, authorized Mercedes-Benz retailer Hap Seng Star will host its Pre-owned Year-end Bonanza carnival at its Pre-owned Centres in Balakong and Bukit Tinggi, Selangor. More than 40 units of pre-owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles will be available, featuring c

Hans

Nov 29, 2024

Fourteen brands took home 32 awards at yesterday’s Carlist.my & WapCar.my People’s Choice Car of the Year (COTY) 2024. Now in its 9th year, the People’s Choice COTY awards are unique in Malaysia as they are decided entirely by public votes. Over 3,000 votes were collected between 14 October and 3 November. Below are the category winners of the 2024 People’s Choice Awards, as voted by Malaysians: Best Entry-Level Car: Proton Saga Best Sub-Compact Hatchback: Perodua Myvi Best Sub-Compact Sedan: Ho

Hans

Nov 29, 2024

Geely seems to be reneging on a promise it made to turn Proton and essentially Malaysia as its hub for right-hand drive (RHD) markets following the launch of the Geely Galaxy E5 at the ongoing 2024 Thailand International Motor Expo. Fully imported (CBU) from China, the twin to the upcoming Proton e.Mas 7 battery electric vehicle (BEV) is called the Geely EX5 in Thailand and is offered in two variants: EX5 Pro – THB 899,000 (~RM 116k) EX5 Max – THB 989,000 (~RM 128k) The EX5’s launch in Thailand

CY Foong

Nov 29, 2024

There’s a saying among car enthusiasts: “If you don’t look back at your car after parking, you bought the wrong one.” While I agree, it’s even more important to look back and feel confident you’ve chosen the best one for your needs and budget. With over 240 SUV variants available in Malaysia, standing out requires a perfect balance of value, practicality, safety, and performance—plus that extra X-factor to win buyers over. The 2024 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TSI R Line certainly brings features and

Arvind

Nov 29, 2024