Back in March, VinFast introduced itself to the Thailand market at the 2024 Bangkok International Motor Show with an enticing 7-car lineup. These included its current models configured in right-hand drive (RHD); Vietnam is a left-hand drive (LHD) market. Yet nearly 6 months later, the ambitious Vietnamese battery electric vehicle (BEV) maker’s plans to expand in the Kingdom hit a major snag as passenger car sales slowed down. Now, there is an even more dire rumour circulating in Thailand that th

CY Foong

Aug 30, 2024

In response to the recent dip in electric vehicle (EV) demand, Hyundai is significantly shifting its focus toward hybrid technology. The South Korean automaker plans to introduce two new gasoline-electric drivetrains, effectively doubling its hybrid offerings worldwide and expanding the technology across its premium Genesis brand. Hyundai now anticipates that its global hybrid sales will more than triple, reaching 1.33 million vehicles by 2028. This strategic pivot positions hybrid technology as

Sanjay

Aug 30, 2024

The 2024 Peugeot E-3008 has made its first appearance in Malaysia, showcased at a recent closed-door Stellantis Investor Day at the Sepang International Circuit, hinting that a launch might be on the horizon. Globally, the E-3008 offers three powertrain configurations across two trim levels, Allure and GT: A single-motor, two-wheel-drive (2WD) version with 213 PS. A long-range 2WD variant with 231 PS. A dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) version with 326 PS. The sleek, fastback roofline and a drag

Shaun

Aug 30, 2024

SAIC Motor Malaysia is expanding its MG dealer network across the country, aiming to improve customer access to its vehicles. By the end of the year, several new dealerships will open in strategic locations, including the Northern and East Coast regions and East Malaysia. This expansion is part of SAIC Motor Malaysia's broader plan to have 35 locations nationwide by the end of 2025. Currently, MG operates 14 sales showrooms and 8 service centres, with an additional 5 sales and 1 service outlet o

Arvind

Aug 30, 2024

The 5th-generation (Mk5) Volkswagen Polo Hatchback (HB) was a highly anticipated B-Segment model when it first launched in Malaysia in 2010. Priced competitively against the segment-dominating Honda Jazz, it offered an affordable entry point for buyers who wanted a continental car for the price of a Japanese model. At around RM 110k, it was the most accessible model in VW's growing lineup at the time. Though the 6th-generation model never made it to Malaysian shores, the Mk5 Polo HB remained on

Arvind

Aug 29, 2024