Say hello to the all-new 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W214) that's just been launched in Malaysia. Now with hybrid power, two variants are available at launch with their prices as below: E200 48V MHEV : RM 355,888 E350e PHEV : RM 418,888 As before, the E-Class range will be locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, Pahang. To compare, the old E200 and E300 AMG Line (both non-electrified) were priced at RM 349,888 and RM 399,888 respectively. Biggest change: All powertrains now electrified With mild-hybri

BMW Thailand launched a trio of models in the Kingdom over the weekend and first up is the 2023 BMW X5 (G05) facelift or in Bimmer terms, Life Cycle Impulse (LCI). The updated G05 first made its debut in February 2023 and compared to the Bavarian’s recent offerings, it has a more conservative look. Given that this is just a facelift, it might even be the last time we see the X5 with a design that doesn’t shout “keyboard-equipped discussions”. Anyway, the updated X5 in Thailand only covers two va

As more car manufacturers start to give their models nomenclatures instead of names (Proton X50, Volkswagen ID.4), Volvo is going the opposite direction with its future models by giving them names. During the unveiling of the Volvo Concept Recharge which previews the successor to the XC90, Volvo’s CEO, Håkan Samuelsson, has said that the company would diverge from its long-running XC nomenclature by giving the new model “a name, like a child”. Also read: This 1,000 km range Volvo Concept Recharg

An all-new Lexus RX is due to be launched in 2022, according to information gathered by Japanese media. Before that, the current-gen model will receive a few small updates in Japan come July 2021. The current RX-series (AL20) made its debut in 2015. The model was then facelifted in May 2019, coming with additional tech and safety features, as well as a visual nip-and-tuck. Malaysians received the facelifted model in September that year. Either way, it's already a 6-year old model, and a major re

A month after its online premiere, BMW commenced production of the 2021 BMW 4 Series Coupé (G22) at its Group Plant in Dingolfing. The sports coupé starts production alongside the updated BMW 5 Series, BMW M5, BMW 5 Series Touring and BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo. Staying true to its aggressive style, the 4 Series Coupé sits on a bespoke chassis and combines lightweight construction and driver-focused options to emphasise sharp driving dynamics, handling and agility. The bonnet, front side panels a

Lexus is stepping up a notch with the celebration of traditional Japanese craftmanship. As a tribute to the takumi craftsmanship that is applied to all Lexus vehicles, the luxury brand has commissioned tattoo artist Claudia De Sabe to recreate the artistry on a Lexus UX. Lexus has always sought inspiration from Japanese aesthetics. The UX, in particular, has cabin trims that imitates washi paper-grain and designed to echo the engawa architectural features of Japanese homes with its seamless merg