The Honda Jazz might be a sorely missed name among fans but its replacement, the Honda City Hatchback has been a healthy seller for Honda Malaysia. That said, the first-generation Honda Jazz was a game-changer when it was introduced in 2001. The Jazz would go on to become a worldwide smash hit but over in its home market, the Fit as it was called in Japan would go on to be a literal superstar for Honda. It won numerous awards including a sweep of two of Japan’s major car of the year awards in 20

CY Foong

Jul 4, 2024

Following the completion of Thai plants by GWM’s Ora and BYD, another Chinese BEV maker is set to begin operations of its production facility within this month. A GAC Aion official told Chinese automotive media outlet Autohome that its Rayong plant will be completed in mid-July. The Guangzhou-based carmaker broke ground for the factory on 26 January this year and the first of two phases of the plant is expected to be complete this month. The first dedicated GAC plant outside of China (The Segamb

CY Foong

Jul 4, 2024

Japan’s Honda Motor Co. announced it will start renting out its HondaJet small business aircraft to corporate customers later this month, reports Japan daily Yomiuri Shimbun. This HondaJet Sharing Service aims to offer companies options like luxury travel and quick transportation for their clients. Initially, Honda will manage the schedule and start with one HondaJet, with plans to add more planes based on demand. The service might also expand to individual rentals. To enhance comfort, Honda wil

Sanjay

Jul 4, 2024

Among the trio of AMG models launched in Malaysia today is the new 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 facelift. Fully imported (CBU) from Germany, the facelifted Mercedes-AMG GLB 35 retails at RM 418,888 (OTR without insurance). The new GLB 35 is equipped with an M260 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that delivers 306 PS and 400 Nm, enabling the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h. The inclusion of a belt-driven starter generator

Shaun

Jul 4, 2024

Aside from the C63S, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia has also launched the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 S 4Matic+. Prices for the fully-imported (CBU) model start from RM 539,888. Under the bonnet lies an M139 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, delivering 421 PS and 500 Nm, paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. Power is sent to all corners via the 4Matic+ all-wheel drive system. This powertrain propels the SUV from 0-100 km/h in just 4.3 seconds, with a top speed of 270 km/h, thanks to the AMG Driver's

Shaun

Jul 4, 2024