More news of the 2023 Toyota Innova trickles through our newsdesk, with this time being a naming clue that could point to the model's hybrid aspirations. The latest bit of news through Indonesian sources is that Toyota has registed the name 'Innova Hycross', which could be a portmanteau of the name Hybrid Cross. By the way, putting the 'Cross' name on an Innova shouln't sound too far fetched. The Toyota Veloz is called the Veloz Cross in Vietnam. Also read: Crossing its way into Malaysia, 2022 T

Under the newly appointed distributor for Peugeot brand in Malaysia, Bermaz Auto Alliance (BAuto), one of the two SUV models leading the way of Peugeot’s revival in Malaysia is the CKD 2021 Peugeot 5008 facelift. It goes against 7-seater SUV rivals such as the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace, Nissan X-Trail, Mitsubishi Outlander, and Mazda CX-8. Having had the opportunity to sample the 2021 Peugeot 5008 facelift, we’re bringing you our first impression of the car. To recap, the locally-assembled (CKD

Fans of Kia can expect a new compact 7-seater MPV from the Korean carmaker this year - the Kia KY - according to a leaked document. Sighted by Indian media, the leaked presentation file shows Kia's plans for 2021. While specification details are still shrouded, the KY is said to be a compact 7-seater MPV - think therabouts the size of the Perodua Alza. Meanwhile, it's been rumoured that the KY will be based on the upcoming Hyundai Staria MPV that's reportedly going to be produced in Hyundai's In

The 2021 Mazda CX-9 has just been given a facelift in the USA, it now features a brand-new infotainment screen, an updated 2.5-litre turbocharged Skyactiv-G engine, and even more comfort than before. Headlining the CX-9’s update is the 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The new larger touchscreen will replace the outgoing 7-inch touchscreen and will still be able to support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other than that, Mazda has also added a new Bose sound system that will play high-qual

Earlier today, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) launched its first-ever VW Tiguan Allspace, a long wheelbase, 7-seater (more like a 5+2 seater) version of the regular VW Tiguan. The Tiguan Allspace is available in two variants – a 1.4 TSI Highline (150 PS/250 Nm) and a 2.0 TSI R-Line (220 PS/350 Nm), the latter is basically a taller Golf GTI with seven seats, adaptive DCC dampers included. The models, all locally-assembled (CKD) in Pekan, will be sold alongside the existing 5-seater Tig

Hilux 2.8 Black Edition introduced Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on selected Innova and Fortuner variants Optional VTS, BSM, RCTA, and rear DVR UMW Toyota Motor has introduced updated version of its IMV range, which includes the Fortuner, Hilux, and Innova. Starting with the Toyota Hilux, UMW Toyota Motor has replaced the Hilux 2.8 L-Edition with the Hilux 2.8 Black Edition. As the name suggest, the Hilux 2.8 Black Edition gets glossy black paint applied to the door handles, fog light covers, s