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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

Sanjay

Apr 27, 2024

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

Arvind

Apr 26, 2024

When it comes to falls from grace, millennial automotive enthusiasts would often mention one example – the death of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. From the 1990s to the 2000s, the Three Diamonds transformed an otherwise anonymous front-wheel drive (FWD) sedan into a gravel-spitting four-wheel drive (4WD) monster. The Lancer Evolution went through ten generations but throughout most of its 14 years, it was proving its excellence in the World Rally Championship (WRC). It may have only won 1 manu

CY Foong

Apr 12, 2024

Ralliart is a name synonymous with Mitsubishi Motors’ epic motorsports heritage. Its exploits on gravel, tarmac, snow, sand, and a trail mix of everything began in the 1970s and continues today. In its latest video, Mitsubishi interviewed engineers from its humble beginnings in the World Rally Championship (WRC) to the present team behind the successful Asia Cross Country Rally (AXCR) outfit. Mitsubishi’s rise in international rallies started 50 years ago when Kenyan Joginder Singh took part in

CY Foong

Apr 9, 2024

You can’t put a price on peace of mind. Amidst the myriad concerns that already occupy your mind, whether they pertain to your family, career, or general welfare, what you want is a car that functions as a reliable companion, unfaltering day in and day out. Reliability is a given, but more than that, you’d also want a car that can traverse through any terrain, offering reassurance in times of uncertainty. Picture a scenario where you embark on a brief excursion through unfamiliar routes. The roa

Shaun

Apr 9, 2024

Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the full commencement of operations at its newly established research and development facility, Toyota Technical Center Shimoyama, that aims to take a sustainable focus in developing the brand's new models. Yes, it is that Shimoyama referenced on the badge adorning the GR Yaris/GR Corolla's G16E-GTS' engine block. Also read: Review: The Toyota GR Corolla is the result of when heart and soul meets science The badge pays homage to the centre's main test track

Sanjay

Apr 7, 2024

When the Proton Satria was first introduced in Malaysia 30 years ago, the current owner of this Cherating Green Satria wasn’t around yet. Shane is a 23-year-old university student who is simply passionate and knowledgeable about all things Satria and his car has its own social media channel! Meeting him in person and learning more about Satina the Satria was worth the trip to Shane’s hometown of Ipoh. Though some might see it as just a bone stock Satria, as Shane delved in more on Satina’s histo

CY Foong

Mar 15, 2024

The automotive world is mourning the passing of one of the world’s most influential car designers, Marcello Gandini. He was 85 years old and was largely known for designing the world’s first supercar – the Lamborghini Miura. Gandini spent 14 years at famed Italian design studio, Bertone where he envisioned some of the sexiest Italian sports cars of the 1970s. Some of his famed works include the Lamborghini Countach, the De Tomaso Pantera, the Lancia Stratos, and the Alfa Romeo Montreal. The Tori

CY Foong

Mar 14, 2024

Alfa Romeo is a brand that is marked by a niche but passionate following in Malaysia, no less with a presence reaching back to the 1960s. However, it wasn’t without a chequered history of highs and lows, and a revolving door of local distributors that have all touted big plans only to fall short thereafter. The last was Sime Darby Auto Italia which dropped the brand back in 2013. With the recent establishment of Stellantis Malaysia, there are telltale signs that the brand will be relaunched in M

Arvind

Mar 10, 2024

Volvo is a name that you would either associate with cars that resemble bricks or cars that emphasise safety. The Swedish carmaker would happily acknowledge both but it has gone over the whole brick joke a decade ago with its current line-up looking like smoothened-out ice cubes instead. However, safety has been a philosophy that Volvo proudly proclaims. Since Volvo’s engineer Nils Bohlin invented the 3-point seatbelt in 1959, Volvo has been at the forefront of automotive safety innovation. It s

CY Foong

Mar 10, 2024