Sometime later this year, Proton will be launching what is termed to be Malaysia's first battery electric vehicle, the Proton e.Mas 7. This is an achievement made possible by Tanjung Malim's finest teaming up with the folks from Geely, co-developing the Geely E5 and the aforementioned in tandem. Proton is still keeping their cards close to their chest when it comes to the e.Mas 7's arsenal, though understandably so - there's still many test miles to rack up, including a nationwide tour. To give

Sanjay

Sep 23, 2024

Intrigued by Lexus’ latest baby? Here is your chance to get up close and experience the Lexus LBX as well as various Lexus models at the Lexus Roadshow in October at TRX! From 1 to 6 October 2024, from 10 am to 10 pm, you can have a closer look at the Lexus LBX at Central Exchange Ground Floor TRX. Fully imported (CBU) from Japan, the smallest Lexus SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre 3-cylinder petrol-hybrid engine that makes a combined 136 PS and is built on the TNGA-B platform. Then, from 17 to 18

CY Foong

Sep 23, 2024

Following a global decline in orders for its range of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), Audi is mulling the end of production of the Audi Q8 e-tron and Q8 Sportback e-tron. The early exit of these two models would affect the fate of the Four Rings’ Brussels plant in Belgium which could see closure if a buyer isn’t found. This infuriated workers at the plant on top of announcement plans of up to 1,410 of the 3,000 employees facing dismissal in October. Belgian newspaper, De Tijd, reported on Wedn

CY Foong

Sep 23, 2024

Following the Zeekr X, the Zeekr 009 luxury battery electric (BEV) MPV is launched in Thailand. Only one variant - Flagship - is offered in the Kingdom with prices starting from THB 3,099,000 (~RM 394k). It undercuts the Toyota Alphard Hybrid which is priced from THB 4,129,000 (~RM 527k), Marketed to provide the “Ultimate first-class luxury”, the Zeekr 009 was first previewed in Thailand at the 2024 Bangkok Motor Show back in March. The Kingdom is the second right-hand drive (RHD) market for the

CY Foong

Sep 23, 2024

The C-segment SUV category is one of the most hotly contested, with options from virtually every manufacturer today. Delivering a combination of style, comfort, performance, and practicality within a relatively compact footprint, it’s easy to see why so many buyers are drawn to this segment. The Hyundai Tucson has been a longstanding player, competing alongside rivals like the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5. Though it’s less common on the roads, the Tucson offers solid value for money, strong powertr

Arvind

Sep 23, 2024