CKD Audi Q7 begins production in Pekan, launch set for next month News April 24, 2025 Jay Dinesh Audi Malaysia has taken a major step forward with the start of local production for the second-generation, second-facelift Audi Q7 at the DRB-Hicom plant in Pekan, Pahang. This milestone marks the first time an Audi vehicle is being assembled locally (CKD) in ...
AUDI E5 Sportback launched – for China market only News April 23, 2025 Jay Dinesh Audi is launching a new chapter in its China operations with the debut of the E5 Sportback, the first model under a new premium New Energy Vehicle (NEV) sub-brand, AUDI. Unveiled at the Volkswagen Group Media Night ahead of Auto Shanghai 2025, the E5 marks ...
All-new Lexus ES debuts at Shanghai Motor Show – Hybrid & BEV powertrains News April 23, 2025 Jay Dinesh Lexus has pulled the wraps off the latest generation of its ES sedan at the Shanghai Motor Show, introducing significant updates that reflect the brand’s push toward broader electrification and a fresh design language. The new Lexus ES, entering its eighth ...
Mercedes-Benz to launch steer-by-wire in 2026, marking a shift in driving interface News April 22, 2025 Jay Dinesh Mercedes-Benz will introduce steer-by-wire technology in a production vehicle beginning 2026, making it the first German carmaker to bring the system to market. The move signals a shift toward more software-driven vehicle dynamics, as the industry increasingly distances itself from traditional mechanical ...
Hyundai unveils next-gen hybrid system with big gains in power, efficiency, and comfort News April 22, 2025 Jay Dinesh Hyundai Motor Group has revealed its next-generation hybrid powertrain system, setting the stage for a new era of fuel-efficient and high-performance vehicles. Introduced at the Group’s ‘Next-Gen Hybrid System Tech Day,’ the new hybrid setup brings major upgrades in power, refinement, ...
Chery launches “Lepas” sub-brand with 1st model, the L8 SUV News April 22, 2025 Jay Dinesh Chery is accelerating its global ambitions with the official debut of its new sub-brand, Lepas. Introduced in October last year, Lepas targets what Chery calls “next-generation urban elites focusing on family,” and its first model—the Lepas L8—has now rolled off the production line in ...
Isuzu D-Max climbs to 2nd in Malaysia’s pick-up truck segment, new market share record News April 21, 2025 Jay Dinesh The Isuzu D-Max has reached a new milestone in Malaysia’s pick-up truck market, recording its highest-ever market share and rising to the second position in the national rankings during the first quarter of 2025. According to figures released by Isuzu ...
Denza expands footprint in Malaysia with 4 new dealerships News April 21, 2025 Jay Dinesh Premium electric vehicle (EV) brand DENZA, part of the BYD Group, has opened four new dealerships across Malaysia, signalling its growing ambitions in the local EV market. The new outlets, launched simultaneously in a coordinated event livestreamed nationwide, are located at: Old Klang Road, Kuala ...
Honda Fit gets a bold new look for China News April 21, 2025 Jay Dinesh The Chinese automotive market has long been known for its unique takes on global vehicle designs, and the latest example comes from Honda. A heavily facelifted version of the Honda Fit—known as the Jazz in some markets—has surfaced ahead of its official debut in China, ...
Stellantis & Leapmotor begin local assembly in Malaysia, signalling regional push for EVs News April 18, 2025 Jay Dinesh Stellantis and Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Leapmotor have commenced local assembly operations in Malaysia, in what both firms describe as a pivotal step toward expanding electric mobility across Southeast Asia. The effort positions Malaysia as a potential hub for affordable ...