Malaysians can look forward to at least one new electrified vehicle (xEV) from Proton annually, promises Chairman of the Geely Holding Group, Eric Li. "We will spare no effort to support Proton with new technologies, new products, new buisness models, to help Proton launch at least one new energy vehicle model (NEV) every year," said Li, who is also the founder of the Chinese carmaker. NEVs is a Chinese term to describe plug-in charging capable vehicles, usually referring to plug-in hybrids (PHE

The locally assembled (CKD) QM4 generation 2023 Kia Sorento has been launched in Malaysia with a starting price of RM 211k. Two powertrain options are available, a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated 4-cylinder paired a 6-speed automatic and a 2.2-litre turbo diesel paired to a 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Globally, there are two more electrified powertrains, both 1.6-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol – a regular full-hybrid and a plug-in hybrid, both paired to a 6-speed automatic tr

After months of looking at the Proton X90’s exterior spyshots as it wanders around our streets, we now have a very real, clearer picture of the SUV's cabin and closer details. CW Awei's tip in a Facebook group, shows the X90’s interior boasting a nice brushed metal/black interior finish. Not too many details are visible from this one picture, but at least there's a good view of the flat-bottomed steering wheel and leather seats. It's also unlikely to be a mirrored image too, as note the 'TRIP' w

The hottest and most competitive segment in Malaysia is about to get even more intensive, as 2022 will witness roughly 11 new SUV model launches, from budget-friendly B-segment sub-compact ones to massive 7-seater D-segment models. In fact, Malaysians can also expect the return of Chery and Haval in Malaysia next year, with both Chinese brands brandishing their respective crossovers. Let’s dive in. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – A cheaper rival to Proton X50? The first SUV from Chery’s product offensive is

By now, you would’ve realized that Proton is setting itself up to launch its third SUV in a row – the 2022 Proton X90. And no, Proton is not launching a new MPV model anytime soon but before you remind us about the Geely VF11 (Geely Jiaji) mentioned in the 2018 agreement with Proton, note that the model sharing agreement signed in 2018 has already expired on 31-December 2020. It is safe to say that the Geely Jiaji (Proton V70?), once touted as a more upmarket successor to the Proton Exora, is no

Fixing Kia’s broken after-sales support in Malaysia is the most important (and difficult) task for new Kia distributor Dinamikjaya, a subsidiary of Bermaz Auto, which has taken over the distributorship rights for Kia vehicles in Malaysia effective 1-April 2021. Although many Kia owners are looking forward to a better ownership experience, they have to keep in mind that it’s unrealistic to expect the new custodians of Kia to undo more than a decade of neglect and clean up the legacy issues left b