Volvo Car Malaysia has unveiled the Volvo EX30, the smallest battery electric vehicle (BEV) model in the Swedish carmaker’s stable. Fully imported (CBU) from China, 3 variants of the EX30 are available in Malaysia which are: EX30 Plus – RM 188,888 EX30 Ultra – RM 208,888 EX30 Ultra Twin Performance – RM 228,888 Local assembly (CKD) production for the EX30 is planned for later though initial deliveries will be CBU China. Both the Plus and Ultra are single-motor variants which are powered by a rea

CY Foong

Sep 25, 2024

Toyota Motor Corporation’s (TMC) Chairman Akio Toyoda will be flying to Seoul to meet Hyundai Motor Group’s (HMG) Chairman Chung Euisun in October, reports The Korea Economic Daily. The visit will be a first for Chairman Toyoda since 2012. Korea – which for historical reasons, is not a favourable place for Japanese brands to do business in - is not a big market for Toyota. However, the recent surge in interest in hybrids in Korea and more liberal attitudes towards Japanese cars are changing Toyo

Hans

Sep 25, 2024

The Omoda C9 SUV, also known as the Exeed RX or Yaoguang in China, has been previewed ahead of its official launch in Malaysia, slated for December 2024. Two variants will be offered, the 2WD and AWD with estimated prices starting at RM 185k (2WD) to RM 195k (AWD) respectively. Before delving into the specifics of the C9, it's important to understand its context and positioning. Omoda and Jaecoo are sub-brands of Chery, playing a key role in the company’s export strategy beyond China. Within the

Arvind

Sep 24, 2024

Sometime later this year, Proton will be launching what is termed to be Malaysia's first battery electric vehicle, the Proton e.Mas 7. This is an achievement made possible by Tanjung Malim's finest teaming up with the folks from Geely, co-developing the Geely E5 and the aforementioned in tandem. Proton is still keeping their cards close to their chest when it comes to the e.Mas 7's arsenal, though understandably so - there's still many test miles to rack up, including a nationwide tour. To give

Sanjay

Sep 23, 2024

Intrigued by Lexus’ latest baby? Here is your chance to get up close and experience the Lexus LBX as well as various Lexus models at the Lexus Roadshow in October at TRX! From 1 to 6 October 2024, from 10 am to 10 pm, you can have a closer look at the Lexus LBX at Central Exchange Ground Floor TRX. Fully imported (CBU) from Japan, the smallest Lexus SUV is developed to create an automotive interpretation of casual-wear luxury. The LBX is developed to meet the fussy requirements of Master Driver

CY Foong

Sep 23, 2024