Serving as the flagship Honda model in Indonesia, PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) has launched the all-new 2024 Honda Accord in the archipelago. Only one variant is offered, the RS e:HEV hybrid and it was previously previewed at the 2023 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS). The most shocking part of the all-new Accord’s Indo launch is the price of the sole RS variant which is IDR 959.9 million (~RM 289k). The previous 10th-generation Accord was only offered with a 1.5-litre VTEC Tur

The Perodua Axia nameplate soldiers on All variants offer ESC, and up to 6 airbags This is definitely a pleasant surprise – some bits of information have surfaced surrounding the next-gen D74A 2023 Perodua Axia and it looks to be an interesting model. Information below is correct at point of publishing and based on best effort basis. First things first, Perodua’s upcoming A-segment hatchback will still retain the Axia nameplate, albeit with revised typeface. Now, let’s dive right into the featur

The Honda WR-V is Honda’s latest small SUV. Positioned below the Honda HR-V, the WR-V made its global debut earlier this week in Indonesia. Honda Malaysia has yet to confirm if the WR-V will be launched here, neither do we expect them to. Like many companies, Honda Malaysia cannot, and won’t comment on its future product plans, at least not this early. But there is not even a slightest doubt if the Honda WR-V will be launched in Malaysia. It is coming here. You don’t need to connect too many dot

The Hyundai Avante (known as Elantra in some markets, including Malaysia) has just been given an update in Korea. As reported by The Korea Herald, the 2022 Hyundai Avante comes with enhanced sound-absorbing doors and higher-rung variants are equipped with double-glazed front windows for a quieter driving experience. Standard kit also gets a boost with options such as ‘Smart Sense 3’ that includes rear AEB and safety exit warning. Ventilated seats at the front and a 10.25-inch infotainment system

The first-generation Proton Persona is, to me, one of the best-looking Proton models ever made. My family used to own one for 10 years, so I’m definitely not biased at all. And ever since the current-generation Proton Persona came out, I just couldn’t get over the bulbous shape. The bigger drawback, personally, is the Punch-sourced clutch-based CVT. Taking off from standstill in a seamless manner is a hit or miss exercise and you’d have to adapt your driving style to it. The 2022 Proton Persona

Whether you like it or not, there's no denying that the de facto B-segment SUV in Malaysia is the Honda HRV. Until the first-ever Toyota Corolla Cross arrives next year, the Honda HR-V will likely be sitting rather comfortably on its throne. But will Hyundai fare better? We reckon that the upcoming Hyundai Kona has all the right ingredients to challenge the Honda HR-V at its own game. A quick disclaimer: for the purpose of this review, we were flown to New Zealand to sample the Hyundai Kona. As