To reduce the cost of batteries for EVs further, BMW will focus on improving its battery design and recycling to rather than mining, said finance chief Nicolas Peter in an interview with Reuters. The company's approach is different from some of its competitors, such as Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, which are investing in mines to secure control of scarce supply of minerals required for EV battery production. Volkswagen has a battery supplier subsidiary called PowerCo. The company is investing in

Following the tabling of Budget 2023 on Friday, BMW Group Malaysia is upbeat about the future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. Managing Director Hans de Visser says EV and green technology promotion measures outlined in Budget 2023 fits well into the company’s vision for the BMW Group in Malaysia. The following is a commentary from de Visser, released on Friday evening: -------------- The announcements from Budget 2023 tabled today signal a brand-new era for Electrified and Sustainable

Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd, the new sole distributor for the Kia marque in Malaysia, has opened the doors to its first flagship 3S Centre in the Klang Valley. The new Kia centre features a full-fledged facility that comprises sales, service and spare parts for a stress-free ownership experience. The centre features the new Kia Store concept corporate identity. This sees the separate areas of the showroom distinguished by a red loop across the store that connects the display area and customer are

Our inaugural WapCar Auto Show Exhibition takes place this weekend (1-3 July 2022, at Pavilion Bukit Jalil) and among the many, many things to expect then, you’ll also get the exclusive chance to view the 2022 Kia EV6 as it appears in front of the Malaysian public for the first time. The EV6 GT-Line AWD – the sole variant available here – will join the display stands alongside the Kia Carnival, as well as other models from Mazda, Peugeot, and Mercedes-Benz. And what a treat it would be to look a

EV ownership or adoption has its drawbacks but you can now experience the electrifying experience of it without the long-term commitment of a bank loan by leasing one of many EVs from Flux; a multi-brand vehicle subscription service. Also Read: Pros and Cons: 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric, possibly Malaysia's best value-for-money EV The service has charged up its fleet with the additions of some of the most exciting EV models in the market that comprise the BMW iX, BMW iX3, BMW i4, Hyundai Kona Ele

Prices have yet to be announced Up to 590 km range, enough to travel from Johor to Ipoh RWD with 340 PS, 430 Nm The BMW i4 eDrive40 has landed in Malaysia. But don’t get too excited just yet as this is merely a preview, prices have yet to be confirmed. It joins the new electric range by BMW including the BMW iX and iX3. The BMW i4 eDrive40 has a rear-mounted electric motor that generates a maximum output of 340 PS, 430 Nm. 0-100 km/h sprint can be achieved in 5.7 seconds, while top speed is 190