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Global demand for new cars set to rise by 2026
20 October 2024
STUTTGART: Global demand for new cars, including electric vehicles, could rise again in the coming years, according to a recent survey by consulting and auditing firm EY. The st...
BMW recalls almost 700,000 cars in China on fire safety risk
20 October 2024
MUNICH: BMW AG is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles in China due to coolant pump defects, a fresh setback for the German carmaker that’s reeling from other vehicle faults. BMW w...
Italian autoworkers go on strike
20 October 2024
ROME: Workers in Italy’s troubled automotive sector held a national strike on Friday for the first time in 20 years, with a massive demonstration in the center of Rome. The stri...
22 locations identified for installation of automatic system...
20 October 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 22 locations have been identified for the proposed installation of the High-Speed Weigh-in-Motion (HS-WiM) system nationwide, the Transport Ministry said y...
More details on targeted RON95 petrol subsidy needed
19 October 2024
PETALING JAYA: The move to implement a targeted subsidy for the RON95 petrol fuel is welcomed, but the mechanics of its execution must be clearer.Several experts and consumers expr...
Special registration numbers' sale fund aid for underprivile...
19 October 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Part of the revenue from the sale of special registration numbers (NPI) will be used to support underprivileged groups through various initiatives, said the Road Tran...
Hyundai’s Indian stock listing to proceed as IPO fully sold
19 October 2024
NEW DELHI: The Indian stock market listing for the local unit of Hyundai Motor Co will proceed as planned, after the record offering was fully sold on the final day. The South A...
GM eyes more sources for EV minerals supply
19 October 2024
LOS ANGELES: General Motors is eyeing further North American investments in lithium and other critical minerals used to build electric vehicles after boosting its investment in a N...
Harman Kardon introduces Flow series audio systems for premi...
18 October 2024
PETALING JAYA: Harman Kardon has launched its latest Flow series car audio system, promising studio-quality sound for vehicles. The range includes top-tier models such as the Fl...
2024 Paris Auto Show: Forthing S7 global debut
18 October 2024
PARIS: At the 2024 Paris Auto Show, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor showcased two new energy vehicles from its Forthing series: the flagship luxury MPV Forthing V9 and the pure electric sed...
2024 Paris Auto Show: Alfa Romeo debuts Junior Special Hybri...
18 October 2024
PARIS: The spotlight is on the international premiere of the new 136-hp Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Speciale. The brand-new compact sports car is also available with a 156-hp elect...
RML Group unveils details on new hypercar
18 October 2024
LONDON: RML Group Ltd, the UK’s leading high-performance engineering specialist, today unveils first production details of its bespoke P39 project. Merging Le Mans Hypercar desi...
Boston Dynamics and Toyota partner for robotics research
18 October 2024
BOSTON: Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced today they will join forces, combining two of the world’s leaders in artificial intelligence and robotics. ...
CUPRA entices first-time electric car buyers
18 October 2024
LONDON: The all-electric, award-winning CUPRA Born is being offered with a UK first three-month return option for drivers who are yet to be fully convinced that an EV is for them. ...
Bentley Fragrances introduces Bentley BECOME
18 October 2024
CREWE, England: Bentley BECOME is an exciting new chapter for Bentley Fragrances, celebrating the power of authenticity. The new fragrance presents a spicy-floral scent, with a...
2024 Paris Motor Show: Skywell unveils C-segment Q hatchback
18 October 2024
PARIS: EV brand Skywell has unveiled its Q hatchback at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. The agile and athletic new model is Skywell’s first car to make its global debut in Europe. ...
Nissan Formula E Team unveils updated livery
18 October 2024
PARIS: Nissan Formula E Team is excited to unveil its updated livery for the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the squad prepared for the first campaign under the ...
Budget 2025: Targeted RON95 subsidies to be implemented from...
18 October 2024
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says a targeted subsidy plan for RON95 fuel will be implemented in the middle of next year. He said the savings made by th...
Soon-to-launch Jaecoo J7 PHEV clocks 1,300km from Guangzhou ...
18 October 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Jaecoo J7 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) managed to clock a travelling distance of 1,300km on single tank of fuel and without stopping to recharge during ...
Smart Tour Roadshow goes to Sunway Pyramid in PJ
18 October 2024
PETALING JAYA: Smart Malaysia has launched its Smart Tour Brand Roadshow at Sunway Pyramid here from Oct 16-20, showcasing the smart #1 and smart #3 electric vehicles. The event...