Mercedes in-car commerce is next step up in luxury
11 November 2021
STUTTGART/LONDON: Daimler AG has teamed up with Visa to offer what it calls “native” in-car payments.
This means that entering passwords or relying on mobile devices for payment...
In China, global automakers seek clarity from a more ambitio...
11 November 2021
People walking past an ID. Store X showroom of SAIC Volkswagen in Chengdu in January. — Reuters
BEIJING: For foreign automakers, selling in China - the world's biggest car market ...
Got a B on your bonnet? Why car mascots, once beloved, are d...
11 November 2021
BERLIN: Bonnet ornaments are decidedly old-school and amid safety considerations and aerodynamic aesthetics they are becoming rarer too.
One of the most famous insignia is the M...
Mercedes-Benz showcase opens at Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala L...
11 November 2021
KUALA LUMPUR: Cycle & Carriage is holding a Mercedes-Benz Roadshow at Centre Court, Mid Valley Megamall here from now till Nov 14.
The showcase that opens daily from 10am to...
S. Korea tests system for controlling air taxis
11 November 2021
A test flight of the Volocopter 2X drone taxi at Gimpo Airport in Seoul today. — Reuters
SEOUL: South Korea demonstrated a system for controlling urban air mobility vehicles (UAM)...
First-ever online car insurance policy with interest-free in...
11 November 2021
KUALA LUMPUR: Dreamshop.com.my, an e-commerce platform that hosts more than one billion products, together with insurtech startup PolicyStreet.com have announced a first-in-market ...
Carmakers help Greek islands go green
11 November 2021
BERLIN: Volkswagen and Citroen are helping two sunny Greek islands to go green by cutting carbon emissions and focusing on sustainability.
Citroen is one of the partners for the...
UMW auto sales surge 63.8% to 36,358 units in October
11 November 2021
KUALA LUMPUR: UMW Group's automotive sales surged 63.8% to 36,358 units in October from 22,193 units in the previous month, underpinned by improved Toyota sales and a record-breaki...
Renault moves up a gear in the circular economy
11 November 2021
PARIS: After a successful first program launched last year in Flins, France, Renault is inaugurating its new Refactory project in Seville, Spain.
The concept behind the plant, b...
Radford Lotus Type 62-2 sportscar cabin revealed
11 November 2021
LONDON: British luxury coachbuilder Radford has revealed the interior design for the Radford Lotus Type 62-2 sportscar at an exclusive showcase at Bremont’s new 35,000 sq ft state-...
Solterra: Subaru unveils first EV developed with Toyota
11 November 2021
TOKYO: Japan's Subaru Corp today unveiled it first all-electric vehicle (EV), the Solterra, the result of a two-year joint development project with its biggest shareholder Toyota M...
Toyota defends skipping COP26 emissions pledge
11 November 2021
TOKYO: Toyota defended a decision not to sign an emissions pledge proposed during the COP26 climate talks on Wednesday, saying its global business would make the commitment "diffic...
VW's Diess says to remain CEO, dismisses fossil fuel phase o...
11 November 2021
BERLIN: Volkswagen's Herbert Diess said on Wednesday he was confident he would remain as chief executive into next year, dismissing speculation that he could be pushed aside.
Di...
Volvo Cars sets carbon price to assess sustainability of new...
11 November 2021
GLASGOW: Swedish automaker Volvo Cars said on Wednesday it had set a price on carbon emissions from its operations of 1,000 Swedish crowns (RM480) a tonne, part of attempts to ensu...
Opel's 'special status' will make it relevant in Stellantis,...
11 November 2021
BERLIN: Opel's status as the only German brand within the Stellantis group affords it "special prioritisation," said the carmaker's chief executive today, following concerns from u...
Renault's electric Megane set for March debut with 470km ran...
11 November 2021
PARIS: Around 10 years after the Zoe, Renault is now launching its first electric car from a completely new platform: the Megane E-Tech.
Set to be the first of many dedicated el...
VW plans farewell to legendary Santana model in China
10 November 2021
BEIJING: Volkswagen plans to stop making Santana cars in China, bidding farewell after over three decades to its first Chinese-made model that became a symbol of the country's risi...
Nov 11-17: RON97 petrol up 2 sen
10 November 2021
KUALA LUMPUR: The retail price of RON97 petrol will increase by two sen per litre, to RM3.08, from Nov 11 to Nov 17, according to the Finance Ministry.
In a statement today, it ...
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia issues recall of older Merc models ov...
10 November 2021
PETALING JAYA: Mercedes-Benz Malaysia is conducting a safety recall of some models linked to the infamous Takata airbag issue that has affected automakers globally.
Locally, aff...
Global carmakers now target US$515bil for EVs and batteries
10 November 2021
DETROIT: Global automakers are planning to spend more than half a trillion dollars (RM2.1tril) on electric vehicles and batteries through 2030, according to a Reuters analysis, amp...
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Hyundai Tucson 1.6T Max: Punchy powertrain, roomy, premium c...
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Mercedes-Benz S 580 e: Plug in to hybrid luxury
Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV: A jaw-dropping juggernaut
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Harley-Davidson Street Glide: Slick and comfortable tourer
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Chery Omoda E5: Premium features, 430km range (WLTP)
GWM Ora 07 Performance: Juiced up and ready to go
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Triumph Speed 400: Fun and easy on the wallet
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New Porsche Panamera blazes record time on Nürburgring
Maserati's Exclusive Electric GranCabrio Celebrates 50 Years...
