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...
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...
For five decades, the Volkswagen Golf GTI has created and defined the hot hatch segment since its debut in 1976. While the base-model Golf has neither been the flashiest nor the most exciting choice by default, every generation from...
Launched in Malaysia in March 2026, the OMODA C9 PHEV by Omoda | JAECOO is arguably one of the most impressive plug-in hybrids (PHEV) SUVs around. It combines EV technology with the back-up of an ICE 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbo...
The current generation of the Toyota Vios – fourth since the model line started in 2003 - was launched in 2023 – coming after the previous generation was around for some 10 years (with an extensive facelift in 2019)....
I have always wondered how higher powered BEVs these days handle twin motors or even triple DC electric motors set up. Some advanced hybrid systems like in the Omoda C9 PHEV have triple DC motors plus a turbo-petrol engine...
In my 20+ years of doing car reviews, there are only a handful of cars which I’ve wanted to keep on driving, never mind the destination. Some are very good touring cars while others are great for stitching up...
In the past 3 years of exploring into BEVs realm and shopping for a company car, I have often received comments like: “Doc, get the Zeekr 7X, it’s the best handling vehicle from the Chinese brigade.” Also superlatives like:...
BYD, the top New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer in the world, has been involved in a controversy with MITI which will affect its future presence in Malaysia. If there is no resolution, then Malaysians will be denied of its...
The Multi-Purpose Vehicle or MPV is a rather interesting breed. When you need one for the family as a people-mover, you would probably see it as God-sent: well catered for an expanding extended Asian family with your own parents...
The Toyota Yaris G is a short and sweet little thing — a solid B-segment hatch from UMW Toyota Motor that manages to pack a lot of character into its compact frame. Much like the car itself, this quick...
I have always had a soft spot for affordable and value-for-money automobiles (battery electric vehicles or BEVs included and even more so). Of course, many will digress on this automotive preference: upscale neighbours, professional associates, sportscar club friends (fiends?),...
