Malaysians have been anticipating the unveiling of the updated version of the Proton X70 ever since camouflaged units were spotted on our roads. While the most telling change underneath the cloak is a new front grille, Proton has confirmed that the updated SUV will gain new safety features. At a media briefing on Proton’s quality control performance in Tanjung Malim yesterday, the Malaysian Tiger confirmed that the refreshed Proton X70 will be unveiled this year. Aside from that, P1 has also sta

CY Foong

May 3, 2024

Porsche Malaysia has announced that its order books for the all-new 2024 (972) Porsche Panamera are now open. Boasting an updated design, improved powertrains and added digitisation, prices of the 3rd-generation Panamera model start at RM 1.3 million inclusive of additional standard equipment compared to its predecessor. For reference, the 2nd-generation model (971) Porsche Panamera was introduced in Malaysia in 2017 with a starting price of RM 890k and RM1.1 million for the base Panamera and th

Arvind

May 3, 2024

BMW Malaysia unveiled an entry addition to the U11 BMW iX1 battery electric vehicle (BEV), the BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport. The electric SUV is fully imported (CBU) from Regensburg, Germany and is priced from RM 249,800. That is around RM 30,000 less than the iX1 xDrive30 M Sport that was launched here a year ago. The entry iX1 variant has a more distinct look in front with an enclosed kidney grille design but everything else is similar to its more powerful sister. Inside, the base iX1 is equipped

CY Foong

May 3, 2024

The first Tesla V4 Superchargers in South East Asia are now in Malaysia, installed at IOI City Mall Putrajaya and IOI Mall Puchong, totalling 8 V4 Superchargers and 2 Destination Chargers. One key difference between these and the V3 chargers – apart from the design – is the longer cable on the new units, allowing greater flexibility when parking to charge. Otherwise the major points are the same: peak charging rates of up to 250 kW per vehicle, and it costs RM 1.25 / kWh to charge here, with an

Sanjay

May 3, 2024

Mercedes-Benz has officially revealed the new (W223) Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift which incorporates new tech updates as well as new safety features to further enhance its flagship model. In terms of aesthetics, the changes are minimal, introducing two new exterior paint options—Verde Silver Metallic and Velvet Brown Metallic. On the inside the S-Class facelift adds newly designed front head restraints featuring additional cushioning, ensuring greater comfort over long journeys. Also read: Rev

Arvind

May 2, 2024