Baidu's Apollo autonomous vehicles granted licence to test i...
02 December 2024
BEIJING: China's Baidu has received a licence to test autonomous vehicles with its Apollo Go robotaxi service in Hong Kong as it expands its footprint outside the Chinese mainland....
VW launches Tayron SUV production amidst union tensions
02 December 2024
WOLFSBURG: Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg plant officially began series production of the Tayron SUV last week, marking a significant milestone for the automaker’s largest facility.
The...
Here's why you shouldn't use the gear lever as a hand rest
01 December 2024
MUNICH: If you have a car with a manual transmission, do you rest your hand on the gear lever while driving?
According to Matthias Strixner, an expert with German technical insp...
Lotus revises its Emira line-up
01 December 2024
LONDON: Lotus has revealed updates to one of its last combustion-powered models, with its Emira sports car.
The Emira first went on sale back in 2022 and rivals cars like the Al...
Electric Porsche Macan now in Malaysia, 4 variants priced fr...
30 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: Porsche distributor Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) has launched the all-electric Porsche Macan, with prices starting at RM430,000.
Four variants are available:...
Mercedes to use Momenta software in 4 models, accelerate Chi...
30 November 2024
Momenta's clients include BYD, SAIC and Audi in China. — Reuters
SHANGHAI/BERLIN: Mercedes-Benz is betting on China's Momenta to help it win back market share in the world's bigge...
Lane upgrade to ease NSE in Johor
30 November 2024
The Johor stretch of the NSE currently operates with two lanes each way, causing frequent traffic congestion even on weekdays and non-peak periods. — THOMAS YONG/The Star
JOHOR ...
Hyundai and Kia unveil revolutionary X-ble shoulder wearable...
30 November 2024
SEOUL: Hyundai Motor and Kia Corporation have introduced the X-ble Shoulder, a wearable robot designed to enhance worker efficiency and reduce musculoskeletal injuries in industria...
Uber and Bolt unveil women-only service in Paris
30 November 2024
PARIS: Two rival ride-hailing platforms announced on Thursday options allowing Parisian women to order a car driven by a female driver in a bid to ensure "greater safety" for its c...
Thai investigation clears BYD over discounts, say sources
30 November 2024
BANGKOK: Thailand's consumer watchdog has cleared Chinese EV maker BYD of wrongdoing over its discount practices that have prompted complaints from BYD owners and a subsequent prob...
Ministry studying need for private car passenger insurance
29 November 2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry will examine the implications of making car insurance compulsory for private car passengers, as it could, among other things, significantly imp...
UK report: Cost of using rapid EV chargers 'stubbornly high'
29 November 2024
LONDON: Prices for public rapid charging of electric vehicles (EVs) remain "stubbornly high," new figures by Britain's Royal automobile Club (RAC) show.
RAC analysis found a fal...
India to expand EV manufacturing incentives after Tesla disa...
29 November 2024
NEW DELHI: India plans to expand electric vehicle incentives to automakers building models at existing factories in the country, instead of limiting the benefits to automakers will...
Toyota Supra bids farewell with boosted power: Now packing 4...
29 November 2024
TOKYO: Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has announced the Supra A90 Final Edition, a limited-edition model marking the culmination of the current-generation Supra.
The special edition ...
Renault goes on China hiring spree to bolster EV push at hom...
29 November 2024
PARIS: Renault SA is trying to strengthen its electric-vehicle business at a time of flagging demand by building up its footprint in a country where it doesn’t even sell cars - Chi...
Chinese EV makers slip further in Europe amid tariff tussles
29 November 2024
LONDON: Chinese carmakers’ push into the European electric-vehicle market continued to meet resistance, with their share of deliveries to the region slipping during October in the ...
Are automakers trying to save the combustion engine?
29 November 2024
HAMBURG/BERLIN: Only a few years ago, it looked as if the days of the fuel-fired engine were numbered.
Now makers like Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Toyota are saying they expect to s...
Range Rover Electric seen testing in Dubai
29 November 2024
LONDON: Land Rover has unveiled a series of images of its upcoming electric Range Rover being tested in Dubai. The car itself looks almost identical to the combustion-powered car w...
Ferrari 12Cilindri lineup presented from RM4.7mil
28 November 2024
SEPANG: Ital Auto Malaysia, the official importer and distributor of Ferrari vehicles in Malaysia, has launched the 12Cilindri in hardtop and Spider variants.
After duties and o...
Mercedes-Benz teams up with top hotels to expand EV charging
28 November 2024
Two Jomcharge 22kW AC chargers have been installed at Saujana Golf & Country Club, Shah Alam.
SHAH ALAM: Mercedes-Benz Malaysia today announced a collaboration with premium ...
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