WapCar News
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed it is seeking clarification from German authorities regarding the recent seizures of 4 Bugatti Veyrons, which are reportedly linked to the 1MDB scandal. Bernama reports, that the latest seizures further add to 50 other luxury vehicles seized in 2018 by Swiss authorities, which are also part of MACC’s sprawling multinational investigation into 1MDB. The first 50 vehicles seized are valued at around RM 200 million. These 50 vehicles are
At its launch in 2022, the Volvo XC40 Recharge P8 Pure Electric was the first CKD-assembled BEV in the Malaysian market. Stylish, well-built and very powerful, the XC40 P8 enjoyed a superb reception at the outset. However, with many newer models both from direct rivals such as Mercedes-Benz and BMW, as well as newer competitors like Tesla in the premium segment, the XC40 P8 has faded into the background. In addition, at RM 278k currently, it is also undercut by quite a few rivals. But how does a
At the ongoing Auto China 2024 held in Beijing, Honda launched its second set of Honda e:N Series battery electric vehicles (BEV) for the Chinese market. The Honda e:NP2 produced by GAC Honda goes on sale with a CNY 159,800 (~RM 105k) price tag. Meanwhile, its twin produced by Dongfeng Honda, the Honda e:NS2 will begin sales in June. Honda has two joint ventures in China with both brands offering twin models of each other like the Honda CR-V/Breeze and the Honda Civic/Integra. The Big H is targe
Chery Malaysia has released an official statement following the past weekend's viral social media post which apparently saw a Chery Omoda 5's had its rear lower arm snapped. It was alleged by the poster that the rear axle of the Omoda 5 had broken whilst being driven on a smooth road, without being involved in an accident. Read the statement in full below: "Chery Auto Malaysia is committed to providing safe and reliable transportation solutions, and we are dedicated to ensuring that all our vehi
Adding one more model to its expanding list, China's Neta Auto have unveiled the Neta L at the ongoing Beijing International Auto Show. Two powertrains are planned for it – it's launched as a range-extender electric vehicle (REEV), battery-electric (BEV) variants to come later – and it has its own generative AI software. The REEV variant promises a range of up to 1,070 km, combining a 1.5-litre engine with a 30.06 kWh battery, good for a combined power output of 231 PS and 310 Nm. Neta says it b
The Peugeot 408 is Stellantis Malaysia's first new model launch in the country since taking over distribution duties of the French Lion from Bermaz Auto. Locally assembled (CKD) at Stellantis Group's assembly plant in Gurun, Kedah, the Peugeot 408 is available in three variants: 408 Allure - RM 146,055 408 Premium - RM 166,055 408 GT - RM 196,055 All 3 variants are powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged PureTech 4-cylinder engine with an output of 218 PS and 300 Nm. Power is sent to the front wheel
Chery Malaysia is set to expand its production capacity with a new local assembly plant (CKD) in Shah Alam Selangor. Scheduled to open in Q3 of 2024, Executive VP of Chery International, Chen Chun Qing, confirmed this development to local media during the 2024 Chery International Business Conference at the brand’s headquarters in Wuhu, China. Currently, Chery’s local assembly operations, including models such as the Omoda 5 and Tiggo 8 Pro, take place at the Inokom facility in Kulim, which it sh
Much has been said about the longevity of batteries in battery electric vehicles (BEVs), understandably causing concern among potential buyers about future replacement costs. However, the GWM Ora 07 offers reassurance in this regard. To begin with, the Ora 07 is covered by a 6-year/150,000 km warranty for the vehicle, extending to 8-year/180,000 km solely for the battery and motor, whichever comes first. There’s also a one-to-one battery replacement is available should the battery's health dip b
This is the Chery Omoda 7 that has just made its global debut. It sits right on top of the Omoda 5 in the family tree. Right off the bat, it’s quite a departure from the Omoda 5, but no less eye-catching design wise. Its front and rear fascia get an X motif, while the protruding Darth Vader style grille is reminiscent of the Lexus RX. The full-width light bar at the rear gets lightning bolt style graphics and round to the side, it wears a rather large set of 20-inch wheels, while the darkened D-
Neta Auto, Qualcomm, and AutoLink have unveiled the Snapdragon Ride Flex (SA8775P) cockpit-to-drive fusion platform globally, ahead of the carmaker's plans to produce vehicles with the platform within the second quarter (Q2) of 2025. Compared to existing cockpit fusion systems, the Snapdragon Ride Flex uniquely supports both digital cockpits and intelligent driving functions through a single system-on-a-chip (SoC). Meaning ADAS and autonomous driving can exist on a single chip; theoratically thi
At the ongoing Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Geely’s premium all-electric (BEV) brand, Zeekr, unveiled its latest and fifth model, the Zeekr Mix. The Mix is the first model in the Geely Group to be built on the SEA-M architecture, a derivative of the Sustainable Experience Architecture (SEA) platform. It supports a wide range of mobility products from passenger vehicles like robotaxis and MPVs to commercial vehicles used for logistics. The Mix shown at the automotive exhibition features what Zeekr
Toyota Motor Thailand has presented 12 units of the battery-electric 2024 Toyota Hilux Revo-e to Pattaya as part of the city's 'Decarbonised Sustainable City Project' that has sustainable mobility as one of its key pillars. Running from April 2024 to December 2025, this project will see the Hilux BEV serve as songthaews, or fixed-route share-taxis. They can fit more people than sedan taxis, and are a popular alternative for those looking at cheaper ways to move around the coastal city. In fact,
The deluge of Chinese automakers worldwide has shaken up the global car industry in more ways than one, and other than serving up more options for buyers, most of them have been setting up plants outside of China to keep up with demand. More so in relatively price-sensitive South East Asia, where carmakers have to contend with policies that further solidify the case for local plants. To that end, many major carmakers have started making – or at the very least, announced plans – for facilities in
The outgoing Honda City Hatchback was the standard bearer for the safest, most practical, fuel-saving, affordable family hatchback. It’s not the cheapest hatchback model on the market but it’s easy to see where the extra money went to. None of its competitors can even come close to matching Honda’s combination of fuel-saving powertrain technology and balik kampung-friendly space. Fuel-saving or power? Why not both? First, there’s the dual-motor 1.5-litre e:HEV full-hybrid, which offers a very el
Yesterday, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) introduced the 2024 Toyota Yaris G Limited in Malaysia, a (600 unit) limited-run variant of its popular B-Segment hatchback, priced at RM 99,600. For the price premium, the 2024 Yaris G Limited adds an aero kit and aesthetic updates, handling upgrades (body braces and stiffer shocks), and notably a cold air intake system that boosts power. The latter of which, is quite uncommon. What does a cold air intake do? Well to understand, let’s get back to basics. Any p
Blink and you will miss it. The Toyota Motor group (including Daihatsu and Hino) had just set a new sales record for its financial year ending March 2024, with 11,090,108 units sold, 5 percent higher than last year’s record of 10,558,230 units. Unlike other manufacturers, Toyota didn't make any grand announcement of its latest sales record. There was not even a single mention by Toyota that it had set a new sales record. In fact, the numbers were hidden in an obscure link to an Excel file. Toyot
These are the Toyota bZ3C and Toyota bZ3X battery electric vehicle (BEV) concepts that have just made their debut at the ongoing Beijing International Auto Show, previewing the Japanese carmaker's upcoming selection of fully-electrified vehicles. Launching in China next year, both these models were built in conjunction with Chinese partners familiar to Malaysians. The bZ3C sedan is jointly developed by Toyota, BYD, and local partners FAW. On the other hand, the bZ3X crossover is a result of shar
Tesla Malaysia has cut prices for its Model 3 and Model Y. All models / variants except for the recently announced Model 3 Performance have been slashed by RM 8k. The latest prices for Tesla Malaysia models are as below: Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive: RM 181,000 Tesla Model 3 Long Range All-Wheel Drive: RM 210,000 Tesla Model 3 Performance All-Wheel Drive: RM 242,000 Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive: RM 191,000 Tesla Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive: RM 238,000 Tesla Model Y Performance All-Whe
After months of teasers, the all-new MINI Aceman has officially made its debut. The new model is the brand's first BEV crossover and second full-electric offering after the 3-door MINI E. The MINI Aceman measures 4,076 mm or 4,094 mm in length, depending on the variant, the width is 1,754 mm, with a height of 1,515 mm. It rides on a 2,606 mm wheelbase. In terms of size and positioning, the Aceman (not a direct successor to the outgoing Paceman) will slot between the 3-door MINI Cooper and the MI
At the Beijing Auto Show 2024, Chery has expanded its Tiggo range and introduced its flagship SUV, the Tiggo 9. Sajdin Osmancevic, Technical Design Director at Chery, highlighted the design inspiration behind the Tiggo 9 Series, drawing from two key concepts: "Conquer" and "Guard.” The Chery Tiggo 9 PHEV’s exterior embodies the “Conquer” philosophy, featuring an octagonal grille called “Saturn’s Ring,” 20-inch multi-spoke wheels, and the obligatory full-width light bar at the rear. In terms of d
The latest EV Index from the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) unveils a notable shift in Australians' vehicle preferences, which despite showing a decline in traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) models, sees a continued increase in hybrid vehicle (HEV) sales, reports news portal Go Auto. In the first quarter of 2024, both battery electric vehicle (BEV) and HEV new vehicle sales surged, achieving record market shares. Petrol-electric HEV models notably retained their popularity amo
Toyota Gazoo Racing Thailand (TGRT) has announced that several cars powered by synthetic e-fuels will be racing domestically this year, in a bid to promote carbon neutrality through motorsports. The models are the Toyota Yaris, Toyota Yaris Ativ (Vios for Malaysia), and the Toyota Corolla Altis – all of which will run on synthetic fuel. While the latter two models will take part in their respective One Make Races, the Yaris and Altis will go on to compete in the Thailand Super Series and Idemits
In Malaysia, the gap between the Mazda CX-3 and Mazda CX-5 is filled by the Mazda CX-30. Why isn’t there a Mazda CX-4? There exists a Mazda CX-4, but it’s a China-only model. The Mazda CX-4 was first introduced in 2016 but it was discontinued late last year. The Mazda CX-30 is also sold in China but it’s uncompetitive the salvo of Chinese battery EV (BEV) models coming onto the market. This Mazda Arata concept is developed in partnership with Mazda’s local partner Changan, and if its sloping roo
The facelifted 2024 BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe (G24) and i4 Gran Coupe (G26) have been unveiled. Roughly 3 years after their initial introduction in 2021, both models now get a range of aesthetic and technology updates as well as a new i4 BEV variant to top things off. Starting with the commonplace updates, both models now feature a newly designed grille, with the i4 having a half-enclosed surface whilst the 4 Series Gran Coupe sports a mesh structure. Both models also feature a new headlight desig
Freshly unveiled at the ongoing 2024 Beijing International Auto Show, this is the all-new Mazda EZ-6, a product of the Mazda-Changan joint venture to take on the deluge of rivals within the Chinese market. Unmistakeably Mazda in its styling, the EZ-6 is scheduled for launch in the Middle Kingdom by the end of this year. At point of publication specification and prices are not disclosed just yet, though Mazda says it will come with a battery-electric or a plug-in hybrid (BEV, PHEV) powertrain. It
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has introduced the 2024 Toyota Yaris G Limited in Malaysia, as a limited-run variant of the popular Honda City Hatchback competitor. Only 600 units are available, priced from RM 99,600 a unit. This means prices for the Yaris range in Malaysia are now as follows: Yaris 1.5 E - RM 88,000 Yaris 1.5 G - RM 91,600 Yaris 1.5 G Limited - RM 99,600 The G Limited – a throwback name, the last time we had a similarly-named variant was in 2011 with the NCP93 Vios – comes with a host
BMW Malaysia has launched a new variant of the BMW iX3, the Final Edition variant. Priced at RM 319,600 (with 5-year extended warranty and service package), the iX3 Final Edition is RM 9k less than the iX3 Inspiring M Sport variant. Despite its name, the Final Edition variant still gets M Sport styling package. Also available are the following M Performance equipment: M Performance Carbon Mirror Caps M Performance Carbon Fibre Door Sill M Performance Rear Spoiler Adaptive M Suspension lifetime u
The second-generation 2024 Citroën C3 Aircross has officially been launched in Indonesia, as the brand's first seven-seater. Prices for the C3 Aircross start from IDR 290 million (~RM 86k), or IDR 295 million (~RM 88k) for customers opting for dual-tone colourways. Despite its capability to seat seven people in a 5+2 arrangement, the C3 Aircross is closer in dimensions to a Honda HR-V / Toyota Corolla Cross, rather than a BR-V. It measures 4,323 mm long, 1,796 mm wide, and 1,669 mm tall, all fit
This is the third model under the Geely-Mercedes-Benz joint venture brand Smart, the Smart Concept 5. It’s currently still a concept car, so some of the finer details are not representative of the production car, but the intent is clear: Smart is not limited to just small cars. The Smart Concept #5, when it enters production, will be Smart’s biggest model ever. Dimension details were not released, but Smart says the Concept #5 measures 4,600 mm long, which slightly shorter than a Honda CR-V (4,6
Fuel price movements in Malaysia from 25-April to 1-May 2024 are as follows: Fuel Price Update 25-April to 1-May 2024 RON 95 RM 2.05 RON 97 RM 3.47 RON 100 RM 5.00 Shell V-Power RM 6.00 Diesel EURO 5 B10 RM 2.15 Diesel EURO 5 B7 RM 2.35 Follow fuel price live updates: Petrol Price Malaysia
Popular Models
Popular Videos
The Proton Saga, Getting To Know Malaysia’s First Love
2024 Honda City Hatchback 1.5L V-Sensing VS RS e:HEV in Malaysia, Worth The “Upgrade”?
2024 Hyundai Winter Driving Experience, Sideways With The Ioniq 5 N & Tucson PHEV!
2024 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro 2.0T Review in Malaysia, Best Value 7-seater SUV for RM160k?
2024 MINI Countryman JCW Trim in Malaysia, Going Out With A Bang!
The Best Body Types in Malaysia
Popular Car Colors
Popular German Cars in Malaysia
- Volkswagen Passat
- Volkswagen Arteon
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- Audi Q3
- Porsche Panamera
- Porsche Taycan
- Audi Q2
- Porsche Macan
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Mercedes-Benz A Class
- BMW 3 Series
- BMW X6
- BMW X2
- Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Mercedes-Benz GLE
- BMW 7 Series
- Mercedes-Benz GLS
- Volkswagen Vento
- Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Gallery of Popular Cars in Malaysia
WapCar.my is a one-stop automotive site that provides car news, reviews, with tools to help you compare different models. All you need to find your next perfect car is here.
| Popular Cars |
|---|
| Toyota Corolla Cross |
| Honda City Hatchback |
| Perodua Ativa (D55L) |
| Cars News & Reviews |
|---|
| Good Reads |
| Reviews |
| News |
| Used Cars |
|---|
| Used Honda |
| Used Toyota |
| Used BMW |
| Tools |
|---|
| Insurance |
| Car Loan Calculator |
| Car Insurance Calculator |
| Road Tax Calculator |
| Petrol Price Malaysia |
| Partner Websites |
|---|
| CARSOME.my |
| Carlist.my |