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8.6
Toyota GR Supra manual: Joy on the go
26 September 2024
Photos by LOW BOON TAT
A six-speed manual shifter in Toyota’s halo two-seater sports coupe, powered by a fiery 388PS/500Nm BMW-sourced B58 3.0-litre inline six-cylinder twin-scr...
First drive of Volvo EX30: Pocket powerhouse
19 September 2024
What do KL Base, Ikea and Grumpy Bagels have in common? They were recently visited in quick succession by Volvo’s upcoming all-new electric model.
The EX30 will launch in Malays...
Proton X90: Smooth drive for a spiky delight
12 September 2024
For a short getaway to reconnect with nature, Bentong Happy Farm appears to be the tonic for young and old alike.
It’s less than a two-hour drive to this farm in the hills of Pa...
8.0
Toyota Innova Zenix Hybrid: Family-friendly carrier
12 September 2024
THE 2.0-litre Toyota Innova Zenix with a fifth-generation hybrid powertrain is not only a pleasure to drive, but also impressively fuel economical as we discovered after spending a...
8.8
GWM Ora 07 (Long Range Ultra): Impressively luxurious, refin...
05 September 2024
Photos by RAJA FAISAL HISHAN
CHINESE automakers are quickly gaining enthusiastic customers here with cars that are attractively designed, packed with premium features and delive...
8.2
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro: Powerful, premium specs, impressive value
29 August 2024
Photos by KAMARUL ARIFFIN
THE Chery Tiggo 7 Pro 5-seater sports utility vehicle (SUV) is another impressive value-for-money offering from Chery Auto Malaysia, packing a powerful...
Honda City Hatchback e:HEV RS facelift: A delightful pursuit
22 August 2024
THE Honda City Hatchback has clearly revived an interest in such cars among younger car owners who see them as sporty alternatives to the sedans.
And with the hatchbacks offerin...
7.6
Smart #1 Brabus: Pragmatic achiever
15 August 2024
If anyone is unconvinced an electric car can be a tarmac express, all you need do is seat this doubting Thomas next to you in the smart #1 Brabus and let it rip.
Chances are all...
BFGoodrich KO3: Playing rough and tough
15 August 2024
BFGOODRICH is extremely proud of how its tyres excel on rough terrain and took pains to demonstrate that in Brisbane with its latest product, the KO3.
It was sort of a deja vu f...
8.2
Range Rover Evoque: Bringing up baby
08 August 2024
THE demand for sports utility vehicle (SUV) motoring is very much focused on the vehicle’s ability to perform in urban centres as much as being a comfortable highway cruiser.
Al...
Lexus LBX: Compact prestige
01 August 2024
LEXUS Malaysia’s LBX (Lexus Breakthrough Crossover) sports utility vehicle is its latest model that packs all of the brand’s styling and luxurious appointments in a compact package...
Mercedes-AMG Driving Experience 2024 at SIC: Ride the adrena...
01 August 2024
It was a thrilling, albeit wet and slippery experience for the lucky participants of the recent Mercedes-AMG Driving Experience 2024 at Sepang International Circuit.
A heavy dow...
7.6
Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Max: Punchy powertrain, roomy, premium c...
25 July 2024
Photos by AZLINA ABDULLAH
WE had the range-topping 1.6T Max variant of the fourth-generation 2024 Hyundai Tucson for a few days, and enjoyed the ample power on tap from its punc...
8.0
Mercedes-Benz S 580 e: Plug in to hybrid luxury
18 July 2024
It was a big deal when the Mercedes-Benz S-Class arrived in Malaysia as a hybrid in 2014. Still remember the S 400 Hybrid?
Fast forward to today, and the S 400 Hybrid is no mor...
Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV: A jaw-dropping juggernaut
18 July 2024
AS Chery Auto Malaysia, steps up its presence in Malaysia, we managed to sample its latest offering at its home base in Wuhu, China recently.
Meet the Tiggo 9 PHEV – a plug-in h...
8.2
Chery Omoda E5: Premium features, 430km range (WLTP)
11 July 2024
Photos by LOW BOON TAT
CHERY Auto Malaysia has an impressive knack of packaging its cars with premium features and thoughtful, luxurious extras to deliver machines that feel lik...
GWM Ora 07 Performance: Juiced up and ready to go
11 July 2024
GREAT Wall Motor (GWM) wasn’t going to be left behind in providing an exciting drive with its EV (electric vehicle) range by introducing the Ora 07.
The automotive industry in C...
8.0
Proton S70 Flagship X: Powerful, premium, feature-rich, valu...
04 July 2024
Photos by SS KANESAN
THE Proton S70 C-segment sedan offers an attractive blend of competitive price points and nice features, as well as draws attention for being the largest an...
Porsche World Roadshow 2024 at SIC: Speed, sound, pure drivi...
04 July 2024
THE intoxicating symphony of roaring engines and blur of speed at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) delivered unforgettable and thrilling experiences for lucky participants of the...
Trusty braking on the run
27 June 2024
HIGH-SPEED driving is thrilling but nothing beats the feeling of relief when the car is able to brake confidently at the shortest distance and avoid objects ahead.
During a rece...
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