With the potential removal of petrol subsidies on the horizon, many Malaysians are rethinking their vehicle choices. Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) present an increasingly attractive option, not just for environmental reasons but for their potential financial savings. Here's how driving electric in Malaysia can help you keep more money in your pocket, even when electricity rates are high. Electricity costs vs petrol prices Currently, RON 95 petrol is capped at RM 2.05 per litre. However, with

Shaun

Oct 25, 2024

PT Hyundai Motors Indonesia (HMID) officially launched the all-new fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe (MX) in the archipelago days following its booking announcement. Four variants of the Santa Fe are offered with a choice of two powertrains, 2.5-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol and 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid: Santa Fe 2.5 GDi Prime – IDR 699 million (~RM 194k) Calligraphy – IDR 784.5 million (~RM 217k) Santa Fe 1.6 T-GDi HEV Prime – IDR 786.3 million (~RM 218k) Calligraphy – IDR 869.6 million (

CY Foong

Oct 25, 2024

The 9th Philippine International Motor Show hosted the world premiere of the Mitsubishi DST Concept. The concept is the Three Diamonds’ all-new monocoque SUV that offers three-row seating for customers looking for a full 7-seater with comfort for all on board. “The Mitsubishi DST Concept is an embodiment of an all-new three-row SUV to be launched during our current mid-term business plan Challenge 2025, and the production vehicle will be rolled out primarily in the ASEAN region starting in fisca

CY Foong

Oct 25, 2024

It may be hard to believe, but the Mitsubishi ASX was one of the longest-running models sold in Malaysia, available for over 11 years—from 2010 to 2021—before being discontinued. However, the B-Segment SUV, one of the first in our market, continued to attract buyers thanks to its blend of style, comfort, dependability, and practicality. Today, with used prices hovering around the RM 30k mark, as advertised on WapCar’s Cars for Sale page, the Mitsubishi ASX presents a solid choice for those seeki

Arvind

Oct 25, 2024

Rever Automotive, the distributor of BYD cars in Thailand, has confirmed that it will launch the Denza brand on November 1, 2024. Rever did not say which model will spearhead Denza's introduction, but it’s likely to be the Denza D9—the brand’s only right-hand drive model. The Denza D9 is available with either a fully electric (BEV) drivetrain or a plug-in hybrid (PHEV).However, only the BEV variant is available in RHD, for now, so most likely BEV will be launched. The plug-in hybrid variant, mar

Arvind

Oct 25, 2024