Offering a good mix of value, performance, and practicality the Proton X50 is one of Malaysia’s most favourite SUVs, and with over 110,000 units sold since its debut in October 2020, there's little argument that it appeals to many buyers. Earlier this year, Proton introduced the X50 RC (RC for Running Change) the model's first major update. However, general expectations were perhaps not met. For many who anticipated a design refresh—and would have thought that—given the camouflaged test units re

Arvind

Dec 26, 2024

Stylish, powerful, and practical, the Volvo XC60 offers everything you need in a premium family SUV—and then some. Though not as popular as its German rivals, the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, the Volvo XC60 isn’t short on talent. It arguably delivers more value, thanks to its sublime plug-in hybrid powertrain, advanced tech and safety features, and well-thought-out interior. Priced from RM 125k today, early units of the second-generation Volvo XC60 can be had for the price of a new Honda

Arvind

Dec 26, 2024

Toyota Motor Corporation’s Chairman, Akio Toyoda, has pledged a massive THB 55 billion (~RM 7.2 billion) investment in Thailand to boost hybrid vehicle production in the Kingdom. Industry Minister Akanat Promphan announced that this investment will focus on upgrading production lines to accommodate both internal combustion engines and battery-electric motors for hybrid vehicles, Bangkok Post reports. The initiative is also expected to drive job creation, facilitate technology transfer, and enhan

Arvind

Dec 24, 2024

The sixth instalment of anything is usually the point where things get a bit too much. That's where Fast and Furious 6 started having a 'Marvel sequel or car movie?' identity meltdown, and I'll belanja you if you remember what the heck went on in Terminator: Dark Fate. Quite simply, this largely happens because they've lost track of what they should do. As it is though, you'll find similar happenings in other industries, and even in our beloved sphere of automobiles, parallels can be drawn to a

Sanjay

Dec 24, 2024

China’s car industry set another record in November 2024. Total production of passenger and commercial vehicles reached 3.437 million units, up 14.7% month-on-month and 11.1% year-on-year, while sales hit 3.316 million units, up 8.6% month-on-month and 11.7% year-on-year, according to data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM). As is typical with Chinese data, the figures should not be taken at face value. The sales numbers include cars shipped out of China that are still

Hans

Dec 24, 2024