Thailand has begun sales of the updated Neta V, which brings with it a newer, bigger battery, and a new colour, at the same THB 549,000 (~RM 71k) price point. The hatchback is now fitted with a newer 40.7 kWh lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) battery, bringing a larger capacity than the previous 38.5 kWh lithium-ion-type nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery. Range, however, remains the same – rated 384 km on the NEDC. WLTP figures aren't available yet. Neta Thailand's site still lists the older specs

Some might call it a limitation, others are of the opine that it’s the future but despite only carrying a portfolio solely comprising battery electric vehicles (BEV), Chinese carmaker BYD has collected more bookings than Ford and almost equalled that of Nissan at the recently concluded Bangkok International Motor Show 2023. Also Read: Review: BYD Atto 3 - Not without its pains, but it's probably the most complete EV SUV for RM 170k Even boosted by the massive popularity of pick-up trucks in thei

Twelve months after flood related supply issues suppressed sales at the beginning of 2022, national carmaker Proton enjoyed its best start to a year since 2013. With 11,681 units (domestic and export) sold in January 2023, sales have grown by 162.3% year-on-year, resulting in the company comfortably retaining second place in the sales table. Proton's market share for the month is estimated to be 22.9%, an improvement of more than 12% year-on year and over 3% better than its market share figure o

Nearly three months since the all-new 2022 Honda BR-V made its global debut in Jakarta, production of the new MPV has commenced at Honda’s Kerawang plant in Indonesia. The all-new Honda BR-V is assembled alongside other Honda models such as the Honda Brio, Honda Mobilio, Honda city Hatchback, Honda HR-V, and Honda CR-V. Honda Prospect Motor is also keen to point out that the all-new Honda BR-V has more than 80 percent local content. Also Read: This is the all-new 2022 Honda BR-V, full Honda Sens

Last year in June, the government announced a decision to place sales tax (SST) exemption for cars – cut sales tax on CKD cars, while offering 50% sales tax discount for CBU models as part of the Penjana stimulus package. It was supposed to last until 31-December 2020 but in a twist that brought mixed reactions in the local automotive industry, the Ministry of Finance extended the exemption to 30-June 2021. So, if you’re interested to buy a new car, now might be the right time to take advantage

Berjaya Auto Alliance Sdn Bhd (BAASB), the new distributor of Peugeot vehicles in Malaysia has announced a new management team to lead the joint venture between Berjaya Corporation and Bermaz Auto. BAASB, which is also the authorized after-sales service provider for Citroen and DS vehicles, will be headed current Bermaz Motor’s Director Dato Wong Kin Foo, who will take up the position of Managing Director at BAASB. Bermaz Motor is a subsidiary of Bermaz Auto, and is the distributor of Mazda vehi