This week we witness the launch of two B-segment SUVs in Malaysia – one Malaysian and the other Korean, but both were virtual. Today, Hyundai Malaysia has launched the 2020 Hyundai Kona starting at RM 115,888. This is a special introductory price as the normal price is expected to start at RM 123,888.Do take note that the Kona we receive in Malaysia is the pre-facelift version. The facelifted version is only available in LHD with exception for the Kona electric. The version we get is a lit

Arif

Oct 30, 2020

Hyundai Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has officially launched the all-new fully imported from Korea (CBU) 2020 Hyundai Sonata in Malaysia after a few years of being absent from the market. This is launched alongside the Hyundai Kona.The all-new Sonata is only available with a single variant with a special introductory price of RM 189,888 inclusive of tax savings for the first 50 units. The D-segment sedan competes with the likes of the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.What are the features of the all-ne

CY Foong

Oct 30, 2020

The regular petrol-powered variants Mitsubishi Outlander has been discontinued in Japan, according to Mitsubishi Motors Japanese website. Only the Outlander plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) remains on sale there.Japan-spec Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV pictured.While it may seem like a surprise to some, this is in line with the carmakers Small but Beautiful three-year mid-term business plan (from 2020 to 2022) that focuses on strengthening the brands eco-friendly model lineup of PHEVs and EVs,

Sanjay

Oct 30, 2020

Our bonkers pals from Japan with a heart, Mitsuoka has done it again in merging the joys of retro Americana with the reliability of modern Japanese tech. Following a few attempts with the Mazda MX-5, Mitsuoka is now looking at the Toyota RAV4 and turning it into a lovable American.Thats a familiar set of wheels...In this case, the popular SUV is transformed into a Chevrolet K5 Blazer from the 1980s albeit looking smaller than the original. In fact, this is the first time Mitsuoka has turned an e

CY Foong

Oct 30, 2020

The Proton X50 has set tongues wagging since the first spyshots emerged many moons ago, and with its rather competitive price, people have been clamouring to get their names in the order books. Theres a 6-month waiting list right now.Still, buying a car is more than just affording the instalments, so lets explore the maintenance costs for this new B-segment SUV.Proton X50 roundupThe X50 was launched on 27-October with four variants to choose from. You may have observed that its prices overlap wi

Sanjay

Oct 30, 2020