CATL’s LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery has 1,000-km range

In the early years of EVs just 15 years ago, the cruising range on a fully charged battery was about 150 to 200 kms....

Mitsubishi XPANDER stays on top of MPV segment (non-Malaysian brands)

The Mitsubishi XPANDER arrived in the Malaysian market during the difficult pandemic period and had a quiet entry. But since the first units rolled...

Chery OMODA 5 rear axle issue – 600 units potentially affected

UPDATE ON May 11, 2024: Chery Malaysia says it has contacted 59 of the 60 units which are confirmed to have the rear axle...

MINIscape 2024 takes 200 MINIacs to Penang

200 MINI owners and enthusiasts in 100 MINI vehicles recently participated in MINIscape 2024, a weekend event which took them from Kuala Lumpur to...

Proton opens R&D Centre in China

Proton has opened its first R&D centre outside Malaysia (although it once had Lotus Engineering in the UK providing R&D services) at Hangzhou Bay...

Chery Malaysia’s statement on rear axle failure on OMODA 5

After responding to an earlier issue with the brakes of an OMODA 5, Chery Malaysia has another problem to resolve after an owner named...

Stellantis Malaysia launches Peugeot 408, priced from RM146,055

Stellantis Malaysia has launched the new Peugeot 408 as its first product since beginning operations this year. Assembled locally at Stellantis’ own factory (acquired...

Volkswagen ID. CODE shows next-gen EV design for China

The Volkswagen Group has had a presence in China for 40 years, with its Volkswagen and Audi brands having been among the first foreign...

First and largest residential EV charging hub in Putrajaya opened

Like other parts of Malaysia, Putrajaya has a growing number of EV owners and should see this trend continue in coming years. There is...

Chery introduces Tiggo 9 PHEV as flagship of SUV range

Since being introduced in 2005, the Tiggo model line from Chery has steadily evolved, with 2016 marking a major shift in design and technology...

Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi to host autonomous racing event

Even before fully autonomous vehicles (AVs) appear on public roads in noticeable numbers, motorsport competition has started for such vehicles. This weekend, at the...

Tesla cuts prices of Model 3 and Model Y by RM8,000

“Tesla embraces the mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy and commits to popularising the use of electric vehicles by implementing price...

Lamborghini Urus output boosted to 789 bhp with PHEV powertrain

With increasingly strict regulations that require reduced exhaust emission levels from motor vehicles, carmakers have no choice but to comply. They might be re-thinking...

Mazda previews 2 future EVs at Auto China 2024

The Japanese carmakers have not been as aggressive in the move towards fully electric vehicles, partly due to their belief that full electrification with...

Toyota Yaris 1.5G Limited launched, only 600 units

The Toyota Yaris, a popular B-segment hatchback in the local market, gets updates for the 2024 model which is now available in a G...

Tesla Model 3 Performance launched globally

While most carmakers usually phase introductions of new models in different markets, Tesla’s business model of selling its cars and SUVs only via its...

Concept #5 previews third model for smart EV range

Since being revitalised with Geely Holding partnering Mercedes-Benz in the new smart Automobile Co. Ltd in 2020, the smart brand that began in the...

Important advice when carrying fuel away from petrol stations

The good thing about cars with petrol or diesel engines (ICE, as they are referred to) is that if you should run out of...

smart Malaysia collaborates with DBKL at Earth Day event

We’re all aware of the need to protect the planet’s environment, not only for our current generation but also for future ones. Before, it...

ICE still dominates in the UK, but more EVs also improving air quality

Sales of electric and electrified vehicles (with hybrid powertrains) continue to grow in the UK. However, there’s still a long way to go before...
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