Prices for things we need or want naturally rise over time. Inflation, higher foreign exchange rates, and increased production costs have made new cars more expensive than in previous years. However, most modern cars are also better equipped, with more features, improved safety, and greater efficiency than their predecessors, justifying their higher prices. On the flip side, buying a used vehicle is a viable option for any budget, and you can likely find a car that offers more performance, pract

Arvind

Jun 9, 2024

Noted author Jana Kingsford once said, "Balance is not something you find, it's something you create." While this saying typically pertains to everyday life, it’s equally relevant when considering cars. Buyers are often drawn to extremes—power, size, and flashy tech—but more often than not, the best car is the one that balances everything you need. With the recent launch of the MG 4, the top-tier XPower variant garnered the most attention. And rightfully so; for RM 160k, you can own a family hat

Arvind

Jun 9, 2024

For a car that costs RM 470k, the organisers were oddly quite happy about having a bunch of us steer the 2024 Volkswagen Touareg through the mud and stones of this majorly-unknown part of Kuantan. The parts where the sharp rocks were poised to make an example of the next guy who wants to be a hero, and the branches ever-ready to swipe paint like some kind of twisted souvenir. Overview: 2024 VW Touareg 3.0 R-Line Price RM 469,990 Engine 3.0L turbo V6 Transmission 8-speed DSG Power 340 PS Torque 4

Sanjay

Jun 7, 2024

Honda Japan has announced price revisions for four of its models, the Honda N-Wgn, Honda N-One, Honda Stepwgn, and Honda ZR-V. Prices have been increased by 1.8% to 5.2% depending on the variants and models. According to Honda, the reason behind this latest price increase which will take effect from 4 July 2024 is due to the rising costs of raw materials and logistics. Japan’s weak yen against other foreign currencies also contributed to the price increase as some parts would have to be sourced

CY Foong

Jun 7, 2024

Another ‘S’ brand has fallen. Following last week’s announcement by Subaru to shutdown all local assembly operations in Southeast Asia, Suzuki has now confirmed that it will cease automobile manufacturing in Thailand. Suzuki Motor Thailand (SMT) said that it will shutdown its plant in Rayong by the end of 2025. SMT’s plant in Rayong produces the Swift, Ciaz, and Celerio. “Following the announcement of the eco-car project by the Thai government in 2007, Suzuki applied for the project and establis

Hans

Jun 7, 2024