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For some time now, there's been talk of Mazda embracing a more upscale direction, termed as "Mazda Premium." However, Mazda is careful not to align itself directly with the heavyweight players in the premium segment such as BMW, Mercedes, and Audi. Vinesh Bhindi, Mazda Australia’s managing director, clarified the company's stance to the Australian publication Wheels, highlighting their commitment to remain within the mainstream market. He said that while Mazda aims to elevate its offerings in te

Whether you want to call it a deep facelift or a new generation, the new petrol-powered 2024 MINI Cooper begins production at MINI Plant Oxford. The first unit was driven off the production line by Charlie Cooper, the grandson of John Cooper, the father of the Mini Cooper. While the all-new fully electric MINI Cooper E is built in China as part of a joint collaboration with GWM, the internal combustion MINI is manufactured in the UK. All three BMW Group UK manufacturing sites contribute to the p

Sime Darby Auto Connexion-Ford (SDAC-Ford) announced that 2023 saw a new sales record for Ford vehicles in Malaysia. 8,858 units of the Ford Ranger and Ford Everest were sold across the country last year. A key contributing factor to the company’s success is SDAC-Ford’s steady expansion of its dealership network. Last year, it broke ground on the latest RM 12 million Ford Signature dealership in Penang. The 46,000 square feet state-of-the-art facility located in Jalan Baru, Seberang Prai follows

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) announced the launch of Ford Assured in Malaysia. It is a programme that offers certified pre-owned Ford vehicles with comprehensive assurance and certification. At the heart of the Ford Assured programme is a meticulous inspection and certification process that ensures pre-owned Ford vehicles meet stringent quality and performance standards. It is tailored to enhance the overall pre-owned car buying experience for customers, reinforcing Ford’s commitment to qual

In the world’s largest car market, there’s a growing consumer preference for plug-in hybrids over conventional gasoline-powered vehicles and battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). According to a report by Bloomberg, a growing number of Chinese buyers are moving towards plug-in hybrids (PHEV) which are cheaper than BEV vehicles but still offer savings on daily commutes without the range anxiety on longer trips. This shift towards PHEVs is indicative of a larger movement within China's automotive secto