Aco Tech, the company behind the Atlas infotainment head unit operating system in certain Proton models, has integrated Sarawak’s Pay & Go smart payment solution into the head unit’s software to provide seamless off-street parking payments for motorists. This first-of-its-kind partnership in Malaysia aims to enhance user convenience and elevate the driving experience for owners. The service is already available via over-the-air software updates but unfortunately, it’s only applicable for the Pro

After a couple of months since we last sat behind the wheel of one, news of the GWM Cannon pick-up truck revives after a dealer in Seremban begun advertising it (and its price) on social media. According to the dealer's posting, the pick-up truck will be sold under the Cannon name, with the sole advertised variant being the Cannon Ultra, priced from RM 127,800 on-the-road without insurance, and it comes with a 5-years/150,000 km warranty. Also read: GWM Cannon previewed, will launch in Malaysia

Compared to Malaysians, Thais are more accepting of hybrid cars probably also due to the more expensive petrol prices over in the Kingdom. While Toyota might be the brand that many around the world see as the pioneer of hybrid vehicles, Honda is the most preferred brand for Thais when it comes to getting one. In 2022, Honda is ranked number one in terms of electrified vehicles (xEV) sales in Thailand with cumulative sales of 26,660 units which translate to a 30% market share. Honda offers 6 e:HE

UMWT Toyota Motor (UMWT) has updated the Toyota Hilux, Toyota Innova, and Toyota Fortuner for 2022, with all three Innovative International Multi-Purpose Vehicles (IMV) receiving small creature comfort improvements. All three ladder-frame cars now come bundled with a new 9-inch headunit, this time bringing wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Previously, the Innova and Fortuner both had 9-inch screens, except phone connectivity was wired. Also Read: Pros and Cons: 2021 Toyota Fo

To call the all-new 2022 Honda HR-V the most anticipated model in Malaysia might be a bit of an understatement as the upcoming B-segment crossover is expected to have a long waiting list. Though bookings have been opened and a few previews were made at selected dealers, Honda Malaysia has yet to announce a launch date for the third-gen HR-V but these photos might clue in to how near that would be. A few units have been spotted on car transporters nationwide that might be on the way to dealers. T

One major highlight of the newly launched locally-assembled (CKD) 2020 Proton X70 is the adoption of a new 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that replaces the conventional 6-speed torque converter automatic. Most Malaysians would be familiar with the term DCT (dual-clutch transmission) no thanks to the Volkswagen DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) and Ford PowerShift that started the discussion of DCT reliability. Since then, DCTs have become something that consumers would actively avoid or at