Proton has issued a statement in regards to a recent viral video, in which a Proton X70 caught fire. The particular vehicle is in the company's possession already. Further findings will be announced upon completion of investigation. Here is the statement in full, released on 13-October 2023: "Proton would like to issue a statement with regards to a video currently circulating depicting a thermal incident on a new Proton X70. We are aware of the incident and would like to thank concerned parties

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has recently raised prices of the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross. This compact SUV is the third model after the Camry and Corolla Altis to witness an increase in prices. Effective 3-January, these are the new prices of the Toyota Corolla Cross: 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross updated prices Variant Old price (RM) New price (RM) Price difference (RM) 1.8 G 128,303 130,400 2,097 1.8 V 134,429 137,400 2,971 Hybrid 139,991 142,000 2,009 The Toyota Corolla Cross is the first locally-asse

As automakers are shifting (non-existent) gears to focus on fully-electric vehicles (EV), some of your favourite models are feared to be on the chopping block. The Volkswagen Golf might be one of those models with its future currently in doubt despite still selling well. In an interview with German news publication, Welt, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Thomas Schäfer expects that combustion engine vehicle prices could rise significantly – between EUR 3,000 to 5,000 (~RM 14k - 23k) in the lead

The Geely Boyue, sold here as the Proton X70, has entered its seventh year of its model lifecycle. To keep it competitive against newer rivals like the Haval H6, a brand-new model is needed. According to a recent report out of China, Geely could be introducing a brand-new Boyue as soon as later this year, underpinned by the Volvo XC40’s CMA platform. Also Read: Geely confirms next gen 2022 Geely Boyue, to use Volvo XC40’s CMA platform As such, the new generation Boyue will likely be the third mo

The Mk8 VW Golf has arrived in Australia. At launch, the Mk8 Golf line up consists of seven variants, which include two wagons and the hot-blooded GTI. However, the line up is expected to grow to eight or nine variants when the Golf R joins the party, in hatch and wagon form. Also read: VW Golf Mk8 to launch in more RHD countries, Malaysia by 2H 2021 Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) says that the highlight of the new-generation Golf is the standard inclusion of its IQ.Drive ADAS suite, which inc

The B-segment sedan market is a hotly contested segment, ever since the introduction of Toyota Vios back in 2002. It was created specifically to be sold in the ASEAN region, and with a starting price of RM 73,600, it was the cheapest non-national car to be sold in Malaysia, up until the launch of Toyota Avanza in 2004, with a price tag of RM 55,967. Toyota Vios With the booming popularity of the Vios, it was a matter of time before their closest rival Honda to come up with a worthy opponent, and