India probes possible misappropriation of incentives by EV m...
22 December 2022
NEW DELHI: India is investigating the possible misappropriation of incentives given to electric vehicle (EV) makers under a 100 billion rupee (RM5.4bil) programme to promote their ...
EV demand expected to soar in 2023
22 December 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: Demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is expected to grow sharply in 2023, due to tax incentives as well as potential launches of more accessibly priced EVs.
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US agency probing if Hertz rented unrepaired recalled vehicl...
22 December 2022
Cars are parked near Hertz car rental signage at John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York City on March 30. — Reuters
WASHINGTON: US auto safety regulators sai...
Genesis names new global head
22 December 2022
SEOUL: Genesis has announced the appointment of Mike (Min Kyu) Song as its global head and his promotion to executive vice president, effective Jan 1, 2023.
In addition to his n...
Nio blackmailed for millions in bitcoin by data-stealing hac...
22 December 2022
SHANGHAI: Hackers have stolen Nio Inc. user and car-sales data and are now blackmailing the Chinese electric-vehicle maker.
Nio received an email this month in which the sender ...
Indonesia considers US$320mil in incentives to boost EV sale...
21 December 2022
JAKARTA: Indonesia may allocate 5 trillion rupiah (RM1.4bil or US$320mil) from next year's budget to incentivise electric vehicle (EV) purchases, though details of the scheme were ...
Motorist Super App debuts in Malaysia
21 December 2022
(From left) Azhar, Dr Wong, Belson and Todt.
KUALA LUMPUR: An online car-selling company today launched its Motorist Super App in Malaysia to help car users in the country conven...
Ducati DesertX unveiled at RM112,900
21 December 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: Ducati in Malaysia has officially launched the DesertX versatile enduro motorcycle with a base selling price of RM112,900.
The DesertX features a new steel trellis...
GM recalls 140,000 Chevrolet Bolt EVs over fire risks
21 December 2022
WASHINGTON: General Motors Co said Tuesday it is recalling 140,000 Chevrolet Bolt EVs in North America because the carpet could catch fire after a crash where a front seat belt pre...
Ducati DesertX has arrived
20 December 2022
PETALING JAYA: The much-awaited Ducati DesertX has finally landed in Malaysia.
The all-new Ducati DesertX make its official debut tomorrow at the Ducati Petaling Jaya showroom.
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Stellantis expands use of solar power at Gurun plant
20 December 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: Stellantis, one of the world’s leading automakers and mobility provider, has partnered with Leader Energy Group to expand solar power energy generation at its plant i...
Chinese brands become the people’s choice
20 December 2022
The BYD Atto 3 was recently launched in Malaysia.
SHANGHAI: Popularity of local brands in the Chinese vehicle market is growing, according to analysts, as a result of their quick ...
Swiss Microlino reboots bubble car with electric model
20 December 2022
ZURICH: Two Swiss brothers are seeking to put their country back on the carmaking map by reviving a 1950s motoring classic with an electric twist.
Oliver and Merlin Ouboter have...
India’s top carmaker blames high taxes for low car ownership
20 December 2022
NEW DELHI: India’s biggest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., said government levies put vehicles beyond the reach of much of the population, adding to criticism of the country’s ...
Synthetic fuel-powered Toyota GR86 wins Thai race
19 December 2022
Buri Ram, Thailand: In the Carbon Neutral Power Cup category at last weekend's (December 16 to 18, 2022) Idemitsu 1500 Super Endurance race at the Chang International Circuit, two ...
Toyota GR Yaris H2 gets Thai attention
19 December 2022
Buri Ram, Thailand: The hydrogen powered Toyota GR Yaris H2 on display at last weekend's (December 16 to 18, 2022) Idemitsu 1500 Super Endurance race at the Chang International Cir...
Kia offers 5 tips for EV drivers to save money
19 December 2022
LONDON: The average electric vehicle (EV) driver could save money by making simple changes to driving style, according to a research study by Kia UK and independent automotive trai...
Ex-Volkswagen boss Diess to join chipmaker Infineon
19 December 2022
BERLIN: Former Volkswagen boss Herbert Diess is set to become chairman of the supervisory board at German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon, the company said.
Diess "is expect...
Jeremy Clarkson 'horrified' Meghan column caused hurt
19 December 2022
File photo of Clarkson. — Reuters
LONDON: British television presenter Jeremy Clarkson said today he was "horrified to have caused so much hurt" after a column he wrote in the Sun...
Audi starts production of Q8 e-tron in Brussels
19 December 2022
BRUSSELS: The first Audi Q8 e-tron drove off the production line at the Brussels plant on Dec 14, marking the start of an era for the new top model in Audi’s electric SUV range.
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