Love it or loathe it, the all-new 2023 Toyota Vios (D92A) has just made its world debut in Thailand where it is called the Yaris Ativ. Even before the fourth-generation is officially uncovered, we already reported that the popular sedan will be built on the DNGA platform. Yes, despite Toyota beginning with a “T”, the all-new Vios shares quite a number of parts with Doyota Daihatsu and essentially, Perodua. This is proven on the VIN plate which states that the model is “Designed by Daihatsu in Ja

To say the new 2022 Honda HR-V is garnering a lot of attention would be quite an understatement. Since orders opened earlier this month, bookings have been pouring; much to the joy of Honda Malaysia. Also Read: First impressions of the Malaysian-spec 2022 Honda HR-V with VTEC Turbo Buyers can’t get enough of the new HR-V and Honda Malaysia continues to tease and tantalise them with bits of videos on their social media, the latest being this 10-second spot showcasing the SUV’s taillight signature

Base cars of the 2021 Perodua Ativa - the Daihatsu Rocky and Toyota Raize - are reportedly getting facelifts for the Japanese market come November 2021. With that, the Rocky is set to add a hybrid model to its line-up called the Rocky e:smart, according to these leaks. New hybrid powertrain The e:smart powertrain mates a newly-developed 1.2-litre, three-cylinder engine (codenamed WA-VEX) to an electric motor. Descriptions point to it being a full-hybrid system, which means it can accelerate from

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is sees hybrid models in Southeast Asia as a key component of their electrification strategy to stay competitive in the region, Chief Executive Takao Kato told Reuters recently in an interview. While some Southeast Asian countries are promoting adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) as a way to cut carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, Kato said that conventional petrol-electric and plug-in hybrid systems are "probably a more realistic choice for the region for now"

Nissan Motor Thailand is on a hiring spree for factory workers. Riding on the back of strong demand for the all-new 2020 Nissan Almera and the Nissan Kicks, Nissan needs to add about 2,000 new hires at its production facilities in Samut Prakan, reports the Bangkok Post. "The increased production comes on the heels of growing exports, in particular for the Nissan Kicks e-Power and Nissan Navara," said Ramesh Narasimhan, President of Nissan in Thailand. "Within Thailand, we also see strong demand

UMW Toyota Motor introduced the new Vios earlier this year, refreshing its popular B-segment sedan with a completely new look and a generous dose of equipment. But does the updated Toyota Vios range have what it takes to lure buyers away from the popular Honda City? Specifications for Toyota Vios Engine: 1.5-litre, naturally aspirated, port injection, Dual VVT-i Power: 107 PS @ 6,000 rpm Torque: 140 Nm @ 4,200 rpm Transmission: CVT-type automatic, front-wheel drive Safety: 7 airbags, ESC, TRC, B