Neta V

Bangchan General Assembly, the contract manufacturer for the financially troubled Hozon Auto, the parent company of Neta, will be cutting 400 jobs at its vehicle assembly plant in Min Buri district. An earlier report by Thailand’s The Nation first broke the news that 400 jobs will be cut, split between the national sales company Neta Auto Thailand and contract manufacturer Bangchan General Assembly. However, a separate report by the Thai Enquirer clarified that none of Neta Auto Thailand’s emplo

The past week (or months) hasn’t been kind to Neta. In China, Neta is facing severe financial difficulties and has reportedly stopped production at its Yichun and Nanning plants. It received some reprieve when the Chinese state-owned Nanning Industrial Investment Group stepped in to provide financial support. Just as Neta found life support, it was torpedo-ed by ASEAN NCAP’s test results for the Neta V, which earned tragically comedic ‘Zero Star’ rating. As a Global NCAP-affiliated organization

According to a report released by ASEAN NCAP, the Neta V has received a zero-star safety rating under the 2021-25 assessment protocol. The Neta V scored a total of 28.55 points out of 100, with its performance broken down as follows: Adult Occupant Protection (AOP): 7.89 points Child Occupant Protection (COP): 13.51 points Safety Assist Technologies (SAT): 7.14 points Motorcyclist Safety (MS): 0 points In the frontal impact test, both the driver and front passenger faced weak structural protecti

With the potential removal of petrol subsidies on the horizon, many Malaysians are rethinking their vehicle choices. Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) present an increasingly attractive option, not just for environmental reasons but for their potential financial savings. Here's how driving electric in Malaysia can help you keep more money in your pocket, even when electricity rates are high. Electricity costs vs petrol prices Currently, RON 95 petrol is capped at RM 2.05 per litre. However, with

The battery-electric vehicle (BEV) wave is rolling through Malaysia, and for first-time buyers, it might feel like stepping into uncharted waters. While the concept of driving a BEV is straightforward, the details surrounding ownership are a bit more nuanced. This guide aims to break it all down, from charging infrastructure to everyday maintenance, so you can join the BEV revolution confidently. Charging Infrastructure: Growing but Still Evolving One of the biggest concerns for potential BEV ow

We’ve all heard it before: “Battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) might be great for some countries, but can they handle Malaysia’s tropical climate?” With scorching temperatures, high humidity, and unpredictable rainy spells, it’s a fair concern. But with the rise of BEVs in our market, like the Neta models available through CARSOME, it’s time we bust some myths and see how they truly perform in our weather. Let’s start with the big question: Can BEVs survive our relentless heat and humidity? The an