National carmaker Proton announces that the company is increasing production of the updated 2024 Proton X50, following the 'significant interest' the model has received – to the tune of 8,000 bookings within the first month since its debut in June. “We are pleased with the strong booking numbers in the first month, demonstrating the 2024 Proton X50's appeal. This reinforces our commitment to delivering value and quality to our customers,” said Roslan Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer, Proton Eda

Sanjay

Jul 19, 2024

The Jaecoo J7 is now officially launched in Malaysia with two variants: front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Prices start from RM 138,800 for the 2WD variant and RM 148,800 for the AWD variant. Both variants are similarly equipped, the biggest difference being the drivetrain with multiple drive modes. The Jaecoo J7 is based on the Chery T1X platform, which is also used by the Chery Omoda 5. It is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 197 PS and 290 Nm of torque. This

Shaun

Jul 19, 2024

Indonesia is the second market in ASEAN to launch the all-new C28 Nissan Serena e-Power hybrid after Singapore but a few booths away at the ongoing 2024 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), a fellow boxy minivan rival is trying to crash its party. PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) brought in the all-new Honda StepWgn at its booth, making it the first time the sixth-generation MPV is making its official ASEAN appearance. The latest generation has been spotted around the region but thos

CY Foong

Jul 19, 2024

Great Wall Motor (GWM) Malaysia is hosting an off-road test drive event on 20- and 21-July 2024, at M4TREC, a 4WD training and experience center in Semenyih. This event celebrates the recent launch of the GWM Tank 300 in Malaysia. The fully imported (CBU) off-road SUV is priced at RM 250,000 on the road without insurance. The event offers the public an opportunity to experience the custom-designed obstacles and challenges that highlight the capabilities of the GWM Tank 300 as an off-road SUV. Pa

Sanjay

Jul 19, 2024

Indonesia was one of a few countries in the world that did not see the Toyota Hilux lead the pick-up truck segment. Instead, the leader was the Mitsubishi Triton and at the ongoing 2024 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), the all-new 2024 Mitsubishi Triton was launched in the archipelago. 6 variants comprising four double cab and two single cab variants are available in Indonesia with prices ranging between IDR 301,350,000 (~RM 87k) to IDR 525,600,000 (~RM 152k). The all-new Trit

CY Foong

Jul 19, 2024