This week's used car buying guide centres around the 2016-2020 Hyundai Ioniq, a hybrid C-segment sedan that today can be had for prices one would pay for brand-new local hatchbacks. Keen? Read on... The Hyundai Ioniq range in Malaysia The Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid was first launched in Malaysia in November 2016, locally-assembled (CKD) in Kulim. It's also the only other plant to produce the model aside from Hyundai's Ulsan plant in Korea. Our time with it however stops in 2020, and Malaysia missing o

Korea is bringing autonomous taxi trials outside Seoul and into Jeju island. Also known as self-driving or driverless taxis, the Korean government started trials on the popular tourist island on Thursday (3-November-2022). The self-driving vehicles will operate on two routes. The first route will run along the coast of Jeju Island from the Jeju International Airport. The stretch spans 16 km and will pass through tourist attractions such as the Yongduam Rock and Iho Tewoo Beach. The second route

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) is offering an exclusive aftersales deal for Hyundai Ioniq owners. Starting 1-October-2021, Ioniq owners will get up to 25 percent discount on spare parts and 10 percent more on labour charges. They will also be entitled to a free 20-point inspection. Although the Hyundai Ioniq is no longer on sale in Malaysia, HSDM is not neglecting the upkeep of the hybrid model buyers. The aftersales campaign will run throughout October until the end of November (30/11/2021).

For many Malaysians wanting a brand-new pure hybrid car, the Hyundai Ioniq is one of the few choices for those wanting to drive green. However, it appears that the model has been dropped for the Malaysian market. A quick search on Hyundai’s website shows that the Ioniq is absent from its model line-up. Though some markets including Australia and Singapore have received the facelift, there has been no news for its arrival in Malaysia. The locally-assembled (CKD) Ioniq was unveiled here back in 20

Earlier this month, Hyundai started construction of a RM 1.22 billion, 30,000 electric vehicles a year plant in Jurong, Singapore. When completed in 2022, the Hyundai Mobility Global Innovation Center (HMGICs) will be the Hyundai Motor Group’s (which also include Kia) regional hub for electric vehicle (EVs) production and development. Out of the 30,000 EVs to be build there, about 5,000 to 6,000 units will be sold in Singapore, while the rest will be exported. The move comes as a surprise becaus

To most average Malaysians, one of the key factors in buying a car is good fuel economy and for a lot of them, the choice is obvious: Perodua. It’s a no-brainer really, they’re cheap but reliable and fuel-efficient. There’s no denying that Peroduas like the Bezza and Axia are the go-to choice for fuel-efficient automobiles but at WapCar, we want to stand out. Besides, what’s wrong with spreading out your options? With that out of the way, here are 5 brand new fuel-efficient cars currently availa