ZEEKR opens Its first showroom in Petaling Jaya News February 17, 2025 Jay Dinesh ZEEKR, the chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand, has officially opened its first showroom in Malaysia, marking an important milestone in the company’s expansion across Southeast Asia. Located in the bustling city of Petaling Jaya (PJ), the showroom is operated under Sentinel Automotive Sdn. Bhd., and it ...
BMW Vision Driving Experience – Next step in electric performance and driving dynamics News February 17, 2025 Jay Dinesh BMW is pushing the boundaries of electric performance with its latest high-performance test vehicle, the BMW Vision Driving Experience. While this prototype won’t be hitting production lines, it serves a crucial role in testing the automaker’s new “Heart of Joy”—a next-generation ...
Toyota’s trademark filing points to a high-performance GR Celica reboot News February 14, 2025 Jay Dinesh The Toyota Celica, a beloved icon among driving enthusiasts, might be making a comeback— and it seems the new iteration could come with a high-performance twist. Recent developments, including a new trademark filing for a “GR Celica” in Brazil, have ignited excitement and speculation ...
Mazda’s $150 million investment in Thailand’s EV industry: A strategic move? News February 14, 2025 Jay Dinesh Mazda Motor Corporation has announced a 5 billion baht (US$150 million) investment in Thailand to produce electric compact sport utility vehicles (SUVs). This move aligns with the company’s goal of expanding its footprint in the electric vehicle (EV) market while supporting Thailand’s ambitions ...
BYD’s Denza D9 set to launch in Malaysia soon – What to expect News February 14, 2025 Jay Dinesh BYD’s luxury MPV brand, Denza, is set to make its official entry into the Malaysian market soon, with the Denza D9 as its debut model. This move follows the announcement last September that BYD would be bringing Denza to Malaysia in ...
All-new Audi Q4 40 e-tron debuts - up to 423km range, 204PS, 165kW fast charging News February 13, 2025 Jay Dinesh Audi is reinforcing its commitment to electric mobility with the introduction of the Q4 40 e-tron, a high-range, entry-level variant of the popular Q4 e-tron series. This premium electric SUV offers an impressive range, faster charging capabilities, and enhanced ...
CKD MINI Countryman S ALL4 launched in Malaysia - RM269k, 207 PS, 300 Nm News February 13, 2025 Jay Dinesh The latest addition to MINI Malaysia’s locally assembled (CKD) lineup is the petrol-powered MINI Countryman S ALL4, priced at RM269,288. This estimated price includes sales and service tax (SST) but excludes on-the-road costs, optional features, and insurance. The price also ...
First CKD Jaecoo J7 PHEV rolls off Shah Alam production line, launching Feb 2025 News February 13, 2025 Arif Chan The first CKD Jaecoo J7 PHEV has rolled off its Shah Alam production line. Set to be launched in February 2025, it is essentially the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the Jaecoo J7 which was launched in Malaysia in July ...
2025 BMW 530i launched in Malaysia – RM430k, 258PS, 400Nm News February 13, 2025 Jay Dinesh The eighth-generation (G60) BMW 5 Series lineup in Malaysia has expanded with the introduction of the 530i M Sport, a petrol-powered variant that joins the locally assembled (CKD) 520i and 520i M Sport launched last year. Assembled in Kulim, Kedah, the 530i M Sport ...
The Proton e.MAS 7 driven – how far can it actually go on a full charge? Car Review February 12, 2025 Jay Dinesh I had the opportunity to experience Proton’s first electric vehicle, the e.MAS 7, during the Weekend SPARK Media Drive organized by Proton New Energy Technology Sdn. Bhd. (Pro-Net). As someone who has driven a few EVs before, ...