The BYD M6 was launched in Indonesia – Southeast Asia’s largest car market – in July this year. Prices range from IDR 379 million to IDR 429 million, positioning it between the Toyota Veloz (which tops out at IDR 340.4 million) and the Toyota Innova Zenix (which starts from IDR 430.4 million). As a three-row seat MPV, the BYD M6 is the kind of car Indonesians love, and the market has responded positively to its introduction. For two consecutive months since October 2024, the BYD M6 has ranked am
Proton has introduced the ProCare Smart Plan (PSP), a prepaid service package for the Proton Saga, Proton X90, and the 2025 Proton X70. The plan offers savings of up to 15% on servicing costs, with potential savings of up to RM670, depending on the model. New buyers can choose 3- or 5-year packages, ensuring fixed maintenance costs and service at Proton’s certified 3S/4S dealerships using genuine parts. The plan is transferable to new owners if the car is sold within the package period. Existing
With the conclusion of the 2024 Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) yesterday, here's a quick recap of what went on at one of the biggest stands that week - the one by UMW Toyota Motor. Multi-pathway approach to mobility With no less than 10 cars and a few other two-wheeled exhibits – Toyota's stand highlighted the company's multi-pathway approach to tackling the world's questions on the evolution of mobility. Rather uniquely however is that their stand showcased not just an optimis
UMW Toyota Motor ended November 2024 with ‘close to’ 8,400 units of Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold, said the company. It also added that year-to-date sales stood at ‘approximately’ 89,500 units. The company didn’t disclose its figures for October (JPJ registration figures are skewed by grey imports) but data compiled by RHB Investment puts it at 8,989 units, which also means that November sales are down by 6.6%. Year-to-date, sales are down 8.4%, from 97,705 units recorded in the same 11-month p
For all the news out there on China's seemingly never-ending growth of vehicle manufacturers, there's just about as many that crumble under pressure. Newest to that list is Ji Yue, a Geely-Baidu collaboration that's reportedly facing financial trouble. Highlighting the Chinese market's intense price wars and competition among car manufacturers, Reuters reports that Ji Yue is seeking to raise new funds and carry out operational adjustments to cope with this challenge. Per Sina Weibo, the battery-
The 12-day-long Thailand International Motor Expo – the largest annual car sales event in Southeast Asia – is the automotive equivalent of an Asian football cup. All major brands operating in the region see the event as a final all-or-nothing push to clear their inventory and hit annual sales targets before the year ends. Last year’s event was a rude awakening for many Japanese brands. BYD, Aion, MG, Deepal, and GWM leapfrogged Nissan, Isuzu, Mazda, and Mitsubishi. Honda struggled to stay ahead
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