Xpeng launches VLA 2.0 AI self-driving system – to be used by Volkswagen News March 3, 2026 Fareq Irfan Xpeng launched its Vision Language Action 2.0 (VLA 2.0) system in China. The VLA 2.0 is a second-generation, large-scale, end-to-end “Physical AI” autonomous driving model. It is a full self-driving software, allowing Xpeng vehicles to drive autonomously without human or driver ...
2026 Toyota Harrier HEV launched, RM 289k – 217 PS, fuel consumption 4.7 L/100 km News March 2, 2026 Fareq Irfan As teased yesterday from a Facebook posting by Toyota Malaysia, UMW Toyota Motor has launched the 2026 Toyota Harrier HEV with a price of RM 289,000 and features only one variant. The fourth-generation Toyota Harrier HEV has finally arrived ...
Toyota Malaysia teases new ‘Beyond Zero’ model, is it the Harrier HEV? News March 2, 2026 Fareq Irfan UMW Toyota Motor has teased that a new Toyota model is on its way to Malaysia soon via a Facebook post with a caption, “Prepare for an elevated presence. The next level of your journey awaits.” Together with the post is a ...
2026 Leapmotor C10 Plus launched, from RM 150K – 299 PS, 510km range, limited Night Edition News March 2, 2026 Fareq Irfan Stellantis Malaysia has launched the 2026 Leapmotor C10 Plus and the limited Leapmotor C10 Plus Night Edition. The D-segment SUV now features an upgraded powertrain that delivers improved charging efficiency and extended driving range with a price starting ...
Review: Proton Saga Premium – setting a higher standard for budget cars Car Reviews February 25, 2026 Fareq Irfan In Malaysia, the A-segment car market is currently dominated by our very own local car brands, Proton and Perodua. Foreign brands, such as Hyundai and Kia, the i10 and the Picanto, have shot their shot at competing in the segment but ...
The Subaru Forester 2.5i-S Eyesight at a glance: Boxer goodness just got more premium Features February 25, 2026 Fareq Irfan Here is the sixth-generation Subaru Forester that was launched in Malaysia in October 2025. The particular unit shown here is the Subaru Forester 2.5i-S Eyesight which is the sole variant of the new-generation Forester in Malaysia. Finished in Sapphire Blue ...
Proton S70 a ‘conti killer’? – Here’s how it compares to the usual C-segment sedans Buying Guides February 24, 2026 Fareq Irfan The recently launched Proton S70 MC has now been upgraded with the new 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged i-GT engine, producing 181 PS and 290 Nm of torque, sparking some interesting conversations among Malaysians. Dubbed as the ‘conti killer’ by ...
Leapmotor C10 update coming to Malaysia soon – CKD with more power and range? News February 24, 2026 Fareq Irfan The Leapmotor C10 was first launched in Malaysia back in October 2024 and is now set for a second update in Malaysia, according to Leapmotor Malaysia, with a teaser post across all its social media featuring the tagline “more power, ...
BMW M’s boss believes the manual transmission will be gone in 10 years News February 20, 2026 Fareq Irfan BMW M Chief Operating Officer, Frank van Meel, thinks manual transmission for BMW M cars will be gone entirely in the next decade. As reported by CarSales Australia, despite roughly 40 percent of M customers choosing the manual gearbox option back ...
Over 3,000 Proton e.MAS 5 delivered in first month News February 19, 2026 Fareq Irfan PRO-NET, a subsidiary of Proton, announced in its first full month of deliveries, a total of 3,068 of the Proton e.MAS 5 were handed over to customers nationwide, making it the No.1 EV model in Malaysia. The Proton e.MAS 5 also entered the Top 5 ...