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First off, the B-segment Jaecoo J5 makes a stately impression. Viewed from the back and sideline, its Range Rover-esque aesthetics makes it instantly handsome and premium looking (think Evoque x Velar). B-segment contender With an interesting price of RM108,000 and a visually upmarket appeal, the J5 enters Malaysia’s crowded crossover SUV market to do battle […] The post Doc’s Drive – Jaecoo J5…
Bermaz Xpeng Sdn Bhd has announced a recall campaign for the XPENG X9 MPV distributed by the company in Malaysia. The local initiative mirrors a voluntary recall issued by XPENG in China for specific units produced prior to August 11, 2025. The recall is to address a technical issue regarding the vehicle’s front air springs, […] The post Recall for XPENG X9 EV to replace front air suspension…
While much of automotive news today is dominated by the Chinese auto industry and its stream of new models, the third largest auto market (fourth in production) after China and the USA continues to also advance. This is the Indian market which, in 2025, had around 4.3 million new vehicle sales. While Maruti Suzuki is […] The post Scorpio Lifestyler to strengthen Mahindra’s global presence appeared…
When Volvo Car Malaysia first introduced the EX90 to the local market in April 2025, it was the Swedish brand’s inaugural software-driven, 7-seater electric vehicle. The large 7-seat SUV set out to redefine what luxury buyers expect from a large family vehicle while maintaining Volvo’s historic emphasis on occupant protection. Soon, an updated EX90 will […] The post Evolved Volvo EX90 to be…
Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis (TCEAS), the aftersales arm of Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad, has established a new digital touchpoint on the TnG eWallet app to allow car owners to schedule service appointments and make payments seamlessly. Over 50 service centres The strategic partnership between TCEAS and TNG Digital, formalised today at a signing […] The post Vehicle maintenance bookings made…
When PROTON announced its intention to offer New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), starting initially with smart EVs, it had a long-term plan which would be more than just selling vehicles. It would take an entirely new approach to the business by establishing a new subsidiary dedicated to NEVs called PRO-NET (Proton New Energy Technology) in August […] The post PRO-NET to introduce charging stations with…
The Toyota Hilux has always been about being a tough, dependable and reliable workhorse. In ASEAN countries, the Hilux has stamped its authority as a regional favourite pick-up truck ever since being reinvented under the Toyota IMV (Innovative International Motor Vehicle) project 20 years ago, which also spawned the Fortuner SUV and Innova MPV. The […] The post Doc’s Drive – Toyota Hilux BEV…
Defender, a brand in the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) portfolio, is developing a road-legal version of its D7X-R 2026 Dakar Rally-winning vehicle. To be called the Defender Dakar, this limited-run model will bring competition-derived engineering to a product the public can buy. Motorsport-derived architecture The model will be derived from the OCTA which will get […] The post Defender to offer…
Following the end of Naza Italia’s 16-year representation of the Maserati brand in Malaysia at the end of 2025, Atlantis Automobili Sdn. Bhd. has been officially appointed (since May 19) as the importer and distributor for premium Italian brand. Atlantis Automobili, an associate company of Atlantis Motor Group, will manage local sales, aftersales support, customer […] The post Atlantis Automobili…
Isuzu Malaysia is at it again – embarking on another long-distance drive to demonstrate the exceptional fuel efficiency of its D-MAX pick-up truck. This time, a D-MAX with the latest 2.2-litre turbodiesel engine will be used for the D-MAX One-Tank One Nation Challenge. Starting from an Isuzu dealership in Balakong, Selangor, the objective is to […] The post New challenge for Isuzu D-MAX – around…
