While most people announce specs followed by the pricing of new vehicles, Kia’s gone the other way around by revealing the pricing for the locally-assembled (CKD) Kia Carnival before finally unveiling the complete specifications of the MPV. Also Read: CKD 2022 Kia Sorento (MQ4) confirmed for Malaysia - Coming in 2023? The CKD version of the three-row, 7- or 8-seater is now officially open for bookings by Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd, the new distributor for the brand in Malaysa. This makes the Car

Despite Geely’s rather extensive line-up of sedans and SUVs, the one segment that they’re still exploring is pick-up trucks. Their earlier attempt at a pick-up truck was the Farizon FX, itself based off the Geely Boyue (Proton X70 to us) and had looks only the designers could love. Patent images of this purported electric (EV) pick-up truck surfaced in late-January, revealing that Geely has not given up just yet. Also Read: The all-new Geely Farizon FX is a Proton X70 with a pick-up bed! Take a

Early April, we saw the covers lifted off the all-new 2021 Toyota GR86 and its development twin, the equally-new 2021 Subaru BRZ. Apparently, that's not enough for Toyota, so they're developing a Lexus version too. Much like the Toyobaru twins, this will also sit on the Subaru Global Platform (SGP) architecture, but interestingly it'll be 235 mm longer than the GR86 at 4,500 mm, according to the source. Also read: Understanding the Forester's and XV’s Subaru Global Platform The publication also

In between everything that's going on with Kia Malaysia's ownership situation, it seems that at least one unit of the all-new 2021 Kia Sorento has landed in Malaysia. However, it might be a bit too early to expect its launch here anytime soon. You see, this MQ4-generation Sorento that was spotted in Shah Alam is actually a left-hand drive (LHD) unit. That in itself is a clue - Kia Motors Corporation has a regional training centre (for Asia Pacific) here in Malaysia, and this is very likely a tra

Volkswagen Malaysia introduced the Volkswagen Passat R-Line as a new variant on top of the Passat Elegance. It competes against the likes of Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The 2020 Volkswagen Passat R-Line is priced at RM 204,433 (OTR without insurance and SST). If you’re eyeing on the Passat R-Line, we’ve lined up the pros and cons to help with your buying decision. Pros: Excellent ride quality Effortless driving experience Spacious and upmarket interior Fuel efficient Cons: No ADAS Pricier tha

5-Years/100,000 km Warranty & Free Scheduled Service Includes parts, labour and lubricants Available for all Mazda models except BT-50 pick-up truck In January 2019, Bermaz Motor, the official distributor of Mazda vehicles in Malaysia announced that all new Mazda models (except the BT-50 pick-up) registered from 1 January 2019 onwards will come with a 5-Years/100,000 km Warranty and Free Scheduled Service. This makes Mazda the only Japanese brand in the country to offer such a comprehensive afte