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China's intense EV rivalry tests Thailand's local production...
04 July 2025
BANGKOK: Hyper-competition in China's electric vehicle sector is spilling over to its biggest market in Asia, Thailand, as smaller players struggle to compete with dominant BYD, pu...
Suzuki is top Japan importer with Made-in-India cars
04 July 2025
TOKYO: Suzuki Motor Corp. beat out Mercedes-Benz Group AG to become Japan's top car importer in June, thanks to the Jimny Nomad and another popular small SUV assembled in India. ...
Leapmotor is the top NEV start-up in China
04 July 2025
BEIJING: Leapmotor has secured the top position in total sales volume among New Energy Vehicle (NEV) start-ups in China for both June 2025 and the first-half of 2025. In June 20...
TQ Wuling Bingo EV on preview tour in Malaysia
04 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The all-electric TQ Wuling Bingo compact hatchback is on a #HelloTQWBingo Tour for public previews. The Bingo EV (electric vehicle) is billed as a stylish hatchbac...
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia honours exceptional performance
04 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Mercedes-Benz Malaysia recently hosted its annual Service Excellence Award (SEAward) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The event honoured the exceptional performance o...
BMW 218 Gran Coupé Sport: RM219K, 1.5-litre turbo, 156hp/230...
04 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The new BMW 218 Gran Coupé Sport is billed as redefining expectations in the premium compact segment, and is priced on the road, without insurance at RM218,800. Th...
BYD shelves plans to build major Mexico car plant
03 July 2025
SHENZHEN: China's top electric vehicle maker, BYD Co., has shelved plans to build a major plant in Mexico over geopolitical tensions and uncertainty stemming from US President Dona...
Rivian deliveries decline sharply as tariffs hit demand
03 July 2025
LOS ANGELES: Rivian Automotive reported a sharp fall in second-quarter deliveries on Wednesday, as demand for its electric vehicles takes a hit from stiff competition and tariff-dr...
Stellantis warns of plant closures as e-van sales stall
03 July 2025
PARIS: Stellantis may close factories in the coming months because sales of electric light commercial vehicles are not finding enough clients, its European chief warned. Jean-Ph...
Polestar to make new SUV in Europe from 2028
03 July 2025
STOCKHOLM: Polestar said on Thursday it would make its Polestar 7 SUV model at a Volvo Cars factory in Slovakia, as the EV maker shifts more production from China and tries to cut ...
Changan plans European factory, executive says
03 July 2025
LONDON: Chinese automaker Changan plans a European factory to support its future sales on the continent and is already weighing up possible locations for the plant, an executive to...
Xiaomi to consider selling cars outside China from 2027
03 July 2025
BEIJING: China's Xiaomi will only consider selling cars outside China from 2027, Lei Jun, CEO of the smartphone turned electric vehicle maker, said during a livestream. The comp...
GWM Malaysia hits a record-breaking first half
03 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: In the second half of 2025, GWM Malaysia will launch two new cars that are aimed at expanding its presence in the premium and performance segments. These include a...
Toyota showcases zero-emission mobility at Nikkei Forum
03 July 2025
MEDINI, Johor: As the Premier Mobility Partner of the recent Nikkei Forum Medini Johor 2025, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) reaffirmed its commitment to "Mobility for All". The forum ...
Porsche 911: 3 new variants, AWD, 480PS
03 July 2025
STUTTGART: The Porsche 911 is now also available as Carrera 4S, Carrera 4S Cabriolet and Targa 4S. With the debut of the new 911 Carrera 4S – as coupé, cabriolet and Targa 4S – ...
Carro's new No Drama ad a big hit
03 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: Carro has released its second ‘No Drama’ ad, as part of their campaign that spotlights their drama-free and seamless car buying and selling experience. The first ...
Kia EV3 wins at 2025 Autocar Awards
03 July 2025
LONDON: The Kia EV3 was named ‘Best Electric Car’ at the 2025 Autocar Awards. Autocar said in an exceptionally competitive category, the Kia EV3 stood out not only for its 603k...
Kia chief honoured at 2025 Autocar Awards
03 July 2025
LONDON: Kia Corp president and CEO Ho Sung Song has been honoured with the prestigious Issigonis Trophy at the 2025 Autocar Awards. Named after the legendary automotive designer...
Proton e.MAS 7 updated: New colours, Apple CarPlay, better s...
03 July 2025
PUTRAJAYA: The all-electric Proton e.MAS 7 gets new colour options (both interior and exterior) along with smarter features. The e.MAS 7 now supports Apple CarPlay (wired and wi...
Hyundai Motor Malaysia launches the Staria, Tucson and Santa...
03 July 2025
KUALA LUMPUR:  Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY), the newly-minted dealer principal for the South Korean brand, has officially launched the facelifted Staria and Tucson as well as the n...