UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has recently launched the new 2022 Toyota Veloz, and it's time to compare it with its donor car, the equally-new D27A Perodua Alza. If you are in the market for a B-segment MPV, you might be wondering which car to choose. While both cars share similarities, there are some key differences between them that might sway your decision. One of the most significant differences is the price. The D27A Perodua Alza has a price range that tops out at RM 75,500, while the Toyota Velo

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

Mitsubishi Motors has issued a statement in response to a report by Nikkei Asia saying that Mitsubishi Motors will cease developing vehicle platforms for the Japanese market, and will only use Nissan platforms. The company’s statement to the press reads (translated): “In the morning edition of the Nikkei Asia dated September 14, it was reported that we have stopped developing platforms for domestic passenger cars, and will be co-developing platforms with Nissan Motor. This is just a speculation

The Toyota Avanza and its twin, the Daihatsu Xenia might be among the most popular cars in Indonesia but they are very much due for a replacement. Besides switching drive layout from rear to front, the 7-seater MPV might be receiving a few modern features including ADAS and CVT automatic. According to Indonesian automotive sleuth, Indra Fathan on his Instagram page, he has uploaded what might be the variants of the next-gen Avanza/Xenia of which there are 17 in total! Of course, this would be ex

Toyota’s compact car specialist subsidiary Daihatsu will launch a new full-hybrid ‘kei’ (mini) car within financial year 2021, reports Japan’s Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun. The business daily also added Daihatsu’s first battery electric vehicle (BEV) will go on sale on year later, in financial year 2022. Unlike mild-hybrids, full-hybrids can accelerate from standstill using electric power alone, thus offering a smoother driving experience in stop-go traffic. The stronger electric motor also delivers bet

Honda has introduced the new updated 2021 Honda Odyssey facelift in Japan and the changes aren’t just restricted to an elegant-looking grille. There’s even tech that makes your inner Jedi come to life. Master Yoda once said that “The Odyssey practical is most indeed”. Obviously, he didn’t say that unless he moonlights as a Honda salesperson on Tatooine but salesman Yoda is right in some ways. The current fifth-generation Odyssey was launched in 2013 and was last given an update in 2017. Compared