In the aftermath of the Daihatsu safety scandal, one estimate pegs that company could suffer financial loses of up to USD 700 million taking into account plants stoppages, loss of sales and recently confirmed compensation to suppliers. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, the estimated losses also include expenses for investigations, additional safety tests, and other individual negotiations with suppliers. "Depending on the scale of the compensation, Daihatsu's losses could total JPY 100 billi

The Toyota Rush and its twin, the Daihatsu Terios are seen as pioneers in the booming 7-seater SUV market in Indonesia but with the current generation being on sale for 5 years, a replacement is due. There are rumours that the successors could wave goodbye to the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) layout in favour of front-wheel-drive (FWD) just like the Toyota Avanza/Veloz and Daihatsu Xenia. According to OtoDriver, there’s also a huge possibility that the Toyota Rush name itself might be discontinued. How

More news of the 2023 Toyota Innova trickles through our newsdesk, with this time being a naming clue that could point to the model's hybrid aspirations. The latest bit of news through Indonesian sources is that Toyota has registed the name 'Innova Hycross', which could be a portmanteau of the name Hybrid Cross. By the way, putting the 'Cross' name on an Innova shouln't sound too far fetched. The Toyota Veloz is called the Veloz Cross in Vietnam. Also read: Crossing its way into Malaysia, 2022 T

In this article, we’ll dive into the 2021 Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ and scrutinise it through the WapCar’s Ratings test. The Toyota Fortuner is a 7-seater SUV that competes against the Mazda CX-8, Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace R-Line, and Hyundai Santa Fe. 2021 Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ: Driving Performance – 30/50, strong powertrain 2021 Toyota Fortuner 2.8 VRZ - Facts and Figures Engine 2.8-litre turbodiesel 4-cylinder Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission Power 204 PS @ 3,000 - 3,400 rpm Torqu

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) kicks off 2021 by introducing the 2021 Toyota Innova facelift in Malaysia. Prices for the locally-assembled (CKD) 7-seater MPV now starts from RM 111,622, a slight increase from the previous price range of RM 110,034 (E), RM 117,364 (G) and RM 127,126 (X). The E variant is also available for taxi fleet, and that one starts at RM 97,978.00. The Innova breaks cover alongside the 2021 Toyota Fortuner facelift. Mildly refreshed exterior As expected, the exterior largely mirro

A couple of weeks ago, UMW Toyota Motor introduced its dedicated online showroom where you can book your new Toyota model. Apart from its dedicated online showroom, you can also book a new Toyota on Lazada. Booking fees start from: RM 250 (Toyota Vios, Yaris, Rush, Hilux, Avanza, Hiace Panel Van) RM 350 (Toyota Innova) RM 500 (Toyota Corolla Altis, Camry, Alphard, Vellfire) RM 1,000 (Toyota Harrier) Curiously, the Toyota C-HR isn't in the list. After paying the refundable booking fee, you will r