Ford has confirmed that the current generation Ford Ranger’s line-up will be expanded in 2025 to include a plug-in hybrid. The Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will be powered by a 2.3-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol EcoBoost engine – the same power unit driving the entry variant Mustang. The confirmation came from Ford Australia and New Zealand but before you make a jump to conclude that since Australia imports the Ranger from Thailand, so the Ranger PHEV will surely be launched in Southe

The Ford Ranger will soon square off a new rival in the form of the 2023 Peugeot Landtrek, a brand-new pick-up truck by newly-appointed Peugeot distributor Bermaz Auto Alliance Sdn Bhd (BAASB). The Peugeot Landtrek is BAASB’s fourth Peugeot model to be offered here, after the Peugeot 2008, Peugeot 3008, and Peugeot 5008. The model is fully imported (CBU) from China. Two variants will be offered when the Landtrek is launched later this month, with prices estimated to start from the RM 123k mark.

For those looking for a large, upmarket people mover, the 2022 Kia Carnival is a good alternative over a recond Toyota Alphard / Toyota Vellfire with a questionable vehicle history. Or at least that is how things appear on the surface. After all, the Carnival seems to tick all the right boxes, right? With prices starting from below the RM 200k mark, yet offers 202 PS of power wrapped in an unconventional body with a well-crafted cabin, there's a lot going for the Carnival. Except for two small i

Pick-ups are the cheapest and most effective means of tackling floods Average wading depth of around 700 mm Can be had for less than RM 100k for base models Over the weekend, the floods caused by continuous rain have wreaked havoc throughout Peninsular Malaysia. It has been estimated by the government that over 21,000 people were affected across the country and if you’re amongst them, we hope you are holding up well. At the risk of patronising, perhaps it’s time to consider relocating if you liv

Hyundai relocates Asia Pacific headquarters to Jakarta While Kia Motor Asia Pacific reaffirms commitment to Malaysia For Kia, Malaysia is more attractive than Thailand One of the benefits of having multiple brands is that you can hedge your bets, which is exactly what the Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) is doing with the Kia brand in Malaysia and Hyundai in Indonesia. Earlier this year, WapCar.my broke the news that Hyundai is relocating its Asia Pacific regional headquarters in Mutiara Damansara, whi

When it comes to pick-up trucks, practically everyone’s answer is the Toyota Hilux, thanks to a solid reputation for reliability and durability it built over the years. But what about other options like the Mitsubishi Triton and Ford Ranger? Are the other trucks worth your hard-earned money? Toyota Hilux – the de-facto option for many, for a good reason For all intends and purposes, the Toyota Hilux fulfills its duty as a workhorse really well. In the event that the Hilux needs to be serviced or