It was a stellar year for the Isuzu D-Max in 2022 as they nearly doubled their 2021 sales figures, having delivered a record-breaking 9,211 units and climbed to third in the Malaysian pick-up segment. For 2023, they’ve clearly got their sights set on climbing higher with a slew of improvements across the entire range. The entire line-up has received some upgrades in terms of equipment with all 4x4 variants getting an electronically actuated rear differential lock as standard. Previously dubbed t

UMW Toyota Motor has confirmed that it will be adding a second hybrid model to its line-up of Toyota models for Malaysia. In a press statement released earlier today, President Ravindran K. said UMW Toyota Motor will adopt a diversified, multi-pathway approach towards carbon neutrality, and that hybrids (also known as hybrid electric vehicles or HEVs) are the most suitable option for Malaysian buyers. "We will continue to evaluate different options and introduce them as appropriate. For now, we

Just weeks after its global debut in Indonesia, India has launched the all-new 2023 Toyota Innova today. If you have watched enough Hindi movies or news clips from India, you would know that the Toyota Innova is viewed very differently over there. In India, the Innova is almost on par with a Toyota Alphard. It’s hard for us in Malaysia to understand but there’s a good reason for it. The Alphard’s lower ground clearance makes it a poor choice to deal with the frequent flash floods and poor road c

Early April, we saw the covers lifted off the all-new 2021 Toyota GR86 and its development twin, the equally-new 2021 Subaru BRZ. Apparently, that's not enough for Toyota, so they're developing a Lexus version too. Much like the Toyobaru twins, this will also sit on the Subaru Global Platform (SGP) architecture, but interestingly it'll be 235 mm longer than the GR86 at 4,500 mm, according to the source. Also read: Understanding the Forester's and XV’s Subaru Global Platform The publication also

The all-new third generation Isuzu D-Max has been spotted in Malaysia. The photo has been speculated to be taken at Pekan, Pahang, where the assembly plant of Isuzu vehicles is located. There seemed to be several units of the all-new Isuzu D-Max being tested, presumably different variants of it judging by the variation of wheels. Not expected to be launched until 2022, you say? These units are likely imported from Thailand for local parts development purposes. Trial production has yet to begin a

After Nissan and Subaru announced their online showroom program to adapt with the current extended Movement Control Order (MCO), it’s time for UMW Toyota Motor to follow similar business module. Now you can view and purchase your dream Toyota model with a dedicated online showroom page on their website. The way it works is similar too, just fill and submit the online form with the relevant information, and a dedicated Toyota’s Sales Advisor will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Also, To