At WapCar, we put all the cars tested to a 0-100 km/h sprint using the Racelogic Vbox, an internationally recognised as a quality standard in speed measurement and used in racing applications. Currently, the quickest car we’ve ever tested is the Audi RS e-tron GT, clocking 3.36 seconds. Overview: 2023 Audi RS e-tron GT Price RM 808,790 with AAP Powertrain Dual-motor AWD, with 2-speed transmission for the rear Battery capacity 93.4 kWh (gross) Charging 22 kW AC, 270 kW DC, CCS2 Range 495 km (WTLP

Sisma Auto, a multi-brand premium automotive group, has recently opened the largest BYD sales, service, and spare parts (3S) centre in Malaysia, located in Glenmarie, Shah Alam. Built at an investment of RM 5 million, the outlet is a Class-A BYD facility. The 21,527 square-foot building features a 9-car showroom, as well as 16 service bays, suitable to serve 1,000 customers monthly, according to the company. Its expansive equipment includes advanced diagnostic tools as well as climate-controlled

EVs (electric vehicles) are actually nothing new to the auto industry as there were actually thousands in use around 100 years ago. However, technology at that time was such that performance of EVs was restrained, while the cars with internal combustion engines became more powerful and had better performance. Of course, back then, there was no concern about the environment. Nissan was among the first companies in Japan to develop and sell an EV, hence it is well positioned to take a leading role

The current import and excise tax exemptions for battery electric vehicles (battery EVs) is set to expire by 31-December 2023. The Malaysia Automotive Association (MAA) is of the opinion that the exemption period, which was announced in Budget 2022, is too short to see any meaningful investments into EVs. “We seek extension of full import and excise tax exemption for CBU EVs while the market is preparing for the growth of EVs in Malaysia. We hope there will be incentives for up to 10 years,” sai

Globally, Volkswagen is one of the most active brands in the space of battery electric vehicles. Its electric-only ID series now count 5 models – the Golf-size ID.3, the SUV ID.4, and the SUV-coupe ID.5, plus the vans duo ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo. Locally however, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) and its Audi sister-company PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) don’t offer any EV models on sale yet. Grey importers have been quick to jump in and plug the gap in product offering. Westar Moto

Nissan owners in Malaysia, you are now able to give your Nissan its much-needed service, as Tan Chong Ekspres Auto Servis (TCEAS) has received approval from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) to partially resume their operations. Do note that services are limited by MITI's approval to just: service maintenance, minor repairs, and vehicle breakdown services. Owners can set an appointment either by calling their nearest service centre, DriveOn mobile app, TCEAS website or Niss