During its peak in the 1990s, Proton exported cars to every continent on the planet except North America and Antarctica. The fact that a carmaker from Southeast Asia with a nascent automotive industry is capable of exporting its models across the globe is a remarkable achievement. Proton struggled in many markets outside of Malaysia and began pulling out of most of those countries. Eventually, Proton would restart its export plans following a takeover by Geely in 2017 but after 6 years, the dest

The Honda City RS is perhaps one of the most technologically advanced B-segment sedans money can buy today, packing an impressively intricate petrol-electric hybrid powertrain in Malaysia. It made its Malaysian debut alongside its regular petrol-powered siblings back in October 2020. Pros – Excellent safety kit, miles ahead of other rivals Unlike the previous GM7-generation Honda City Hybrid that was positioned as a mid-spec model, the new generation GN3 City RS is the top-spec variant. Also Rea

2022 Honda Civic FE hybrid sedan makes world debut in Thailand 184 PS / 315 Nm possible but not confirmed, more powerful than VTEC Turbo VTEC Turbo RS variant discontinued in Thailand, replaced by e:HEV RS The 2022 Honda Civic (FE) e:HEV hybrid has just made its simultaneous debut in Europe and Thailand earlier today, with the hatchback aimed at Europe, the sedan for the rest of the world. In Thailand, order books are now opened for the Honda Civic sedan e:HEV. Two variants are available – RS an

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors (HSDM) has launched an Extended Warranty Programme for selected Hyundai models with expired manufacturer’s warranty. The approved cars must not be older than 8 years from the manufacturing date and with a travelled mileage of under 300,000 km on the fifth year from the car’s purchased date. The selected Hyundai models are the AD/MD Elantra, LF Sonata, TL/LM Tucson, DM Santa Fe, and TQ Starex. This programme aims to offer Hyundai customers peace of mind while they keep t

Information gathered by regional media says that production of the all-new 2022 Mazda 2 is scheduled to begin Thailand production in the second quarter (Q2, April to June) next year. Sources also reveal that the fourth-generation model will have a hybrid option alongside a regular small displacement engine, ensuring that Mazda gets the Thai Eco Car and Thai xEV incentives. In last November's financial results presentation, the company said that they are looking at installing Toyota Hybrid System

If you thought that Mitsubishi has lost its charm by rolling out boring bread-and-butter models, think again. This is the Mitsubishi Xpander AP4, claimed to be the first-ever MPV to enter a rally stage. Built to conform to FIA AP4 rally regulations, the Xpander AP4 features a 1.6-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that outputs an eye-watering 344 PS and 556 Nm (the regular Xpander does 105 PS and 141 Nm). A 6-speed sequential transmission replaces the regular Xpander’s 4-speed automatic, natur